A Banquet in Jeonju
We had another of our eating extravaganzas in Jeonju last weekend. Jeonju is one of my favourite places to visit
Read MoreWe had another of our eating extravaganzas in Jeonju last weekend. Jeonju is one of my favourite places to visit
Read Moreupdated Aug 2018 Jeonju 전주 is the home of King Taejo, the first king of Joseon. Jeonju has lots of history
Read MoreShin Saimdang (1504-1551) is one of the most famous women in Korean history. And she was the model of Confucian values in the Joseon period. So it’s not surprising that her family home is suitably understated and tasteful. It’s a modest hanok set in a garden of black bamboo in Gangwon Province.
Read MoreA fabulous exhibition at the Seoul Museum of Calligraphy Art (Seoul Arts Centre) is showcasing the work of 23 Korean Master Calligraphers of the 20th century.
Read MoreWhen I watch Korean historical dramas, so many questions pop up! I’ve tried to find the answers to them. Here’s
Read MoreFor a trip away from Seoul, Onyang hot spring town is only a couple of hours away. It’s possible to get
Read MoreThe first English translation of the records from the reign of the founder of Joseon. So it’s a fantastic opportunity to really get a sense of the first few years of the new dynasty in the late 14th century.
Read MoreWell, Kognamul gukbap soybean sprout soup with rice is said to be the best food to cure a hangover. The soybean
Read MoreThis week we went to Dadam 다담 a Korean restaurant with a more swanky, sophisticated menu and atmosphere than the
Read MoreIt’s a rocky start to the Joseon period with nine kings in just over 100 years! And THREE of them
Read MoreFrom warriors, bookworms, and ladies men, to tyrants, usurpers, and cowards. In this guide to the kings of Joseon find
Read MoreThe modern buildings in Gangnam encroach on the Royal Tombs of the Joseon world. But for me, the juxtaposition of old and
Read MoreYes, it’s time for another epic 50 episode sageuk drama directed by Lee Byung Hoon. The last one was
Read MoreAdd to the growing list of Korean historical dramas and Joseon Kings
Read MoreFor anyone interested in portraits in the Joseon period, this book Great Korean Portraits by Cho Sun Mie is a
Read MoreThis post was inspired by a question I was asked about where we can find portraits of the Joseon kings. And in particular, King Sukjong and his concubine Suk-bin (Dong Yi).
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