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Cooking »

[9 Jan 2009 | One Comment | ]

Dave Patton helps prepare | Credit: Breeana Hill
Savory crepes are great for any meal
Story and photos by Breeana Hill
When I think about crepes I think sweet. Most people eat crepes with fruit, maple syrup, and powdered sugar. I thought it would be nice to tweak the recipe so that I could use crepes like a tortilla, and fill it with meat, veggies and other various ingredients. So instead of adding vanilla and sugar to my crepe batter, I decided to add salt, pepper, and green onions.
Making the perfect crepe …

featured, Jeju & Korean Culture, Things to Do »

[7 Jan 2009 | One Comment | ]
Still Crazy About Starcraft, Jeju, South Korea

10-year-old video game is a national fixation in South Korea
Story by Alex Cybulski

Love is like the Protoss, Zerg and Terran duking it out | Credit: KBS Broadcasting
It is not unusual to turn on the television and see this commercial: decked out in matching leather jackets, with clear skin and perfectly groomed hair, a group of teenage boys pose for the camera. Punk pop plays in the background, telling of their youthful virility. Who are these heartthrobs? With their sponsors labeled on their motorcycle jackets ranging from Shinhan Bank to Samsung, …

Things to Do »

[27 Dec 2008 | No Comment | ]

New Halla Library has books in English
Story and photos by Jenie Hahn

The new Halla library | Credit: Jenie Hahn
Are you a book lover? Do you have that insatiable craving where you want to read more books but don’t really have the money or know a place to buy new books in English? Well, here is the best news ever for all English-speaking book lovers out there. A brand new Western style library opened in Jeju-si recently, nestled in a serene forest setting.
Library offers wide range of media
The basement contains mostly …

Coffee Shops »

[26 Dec 2008 | 2 Comments | ]

Seogwipo bean master roasts his own premium coffee
Story and photos by Brian Miller

Take your pick at OZB | Credit: Brian Miller
One great thing about living on Jeju is the absolute abundance of coffee shops. But you may often find yourself trying to find a shop that breaks the mold, a shop that offers its customers more than just the average cappuccino or Americano. If you want more from a cup of coffee than just a caffeine buzz then you’ll want to check out OZB in Seogwipo.
OZB offers a wide …