Tag: Seafood

We’ve eaten many eels, prepared several ways in different countries. But we’ve never had them unmarinated and grilled as-is. That is, until a couple of months ago.

There’s no such thing as too much yuzu at Yuzugen Pontocho

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October 5, 2024October 6, 2024 Alvin Lee

Yuzu sake, yuzu daikon, yuzu kosho, yuzu gyoza, yuzu nabe, yuzu ramen. When you’re a yuzu addict, it’s never enough.

Jeolla-do grilled eel two ways at Songgang Freshwater Eel

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October 25, 2023October 7, 2024 Alvin Lee

In South Korea, jang-eo (장어) is considered a health food that boosts energy, and is especially popular during the hot summer months.

The tragic fate of the jjukkumi at Najeongsun Halmae

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October 14, 2023October 6, 2023 Alvin Lee

Somewhere in the Yongdu-dong neighbourhood, within the Dongdaemun-gu district, a brass octopus stands at attention, solemnly saluting all who walk past.

Our very first taste of ganjang gejang, courtesy of Keun Giwajip

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October 7, 2023May 10, 2024 Alvin Lee

I found out the hard way that ganjang gejang is an acquired taste. One that, unfortunately, I wasn’t able to acquire.

The hanjeongsik at Hangaram was easily our best meal in Seoul

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August 26, 2023October 7, 2024 Alvin Lee

Despite being mentally prepared for the large number of incoming items, when the food started arriving, we were hopelessly overwhelmed by the non-stop cascade of dishes.

Masan Seafood and their ugly delicious agujjim

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July 5, 2023September 3, 2023 Alvin Lee

Monkfish may possibly be the ugliest fish in the world, but it also happens to be one of the most delicious.

Manam Again - Cilantro Lime Grilled Tawa Fish 16_9

Back again at Manam for grilled fish, biryani and masala tea

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April 1, 2023March 31, 2023 Alvin Lee

There are a few restaurants that we visit regularly, and Manam is one of them. Ever since we first discovered it more than a year ago, we’ve gone back four times.