An Hye-Kyeung (left) translates the words of her father, An Heung-Chean | Credit: Jim Saunders
Mountain climber, artist An Heung-Chean’s passion is on display at a new Jeju-si gallery
Story by Marcie Miller | Photos by Jim Saunders
An Heung-Chean has painted, drawn and sketched the love of his life thousands of times. He has captured her with the morning dawn creeping across her face; with the golden rays of evening caressing her slopes, with clouds spilling over her face like a shy bride’s veil. And always, to him she is beautiful.
She is …

A market stall owner (left) looks on while Naomi Stanko samples produce on sale at the O-il Jang Credit: Brian Miller
There’s nothing like local markets for healthy, fresh produce
Story by Jessica Wallace | Photos by Jessica Wallace and Brian Miller
Although traveling in any direction on Jeju will lead you to a fresh market, the most convenient place to stock up may be the Five Day Markets in Jeju City, Seogwipo and Hallim. The O-il-jang in Jeju City is a maze beneath enormous tents, swarming with locals even during the week. …

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 …

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 …