2017 Travels-- Seoul, South Korea

Travel Journal

A Quick Seoul Escape: Dining and Shopping in South Korea

*A brief, relaxing journey through the flavors and malls of Seoul*

4

Days

4

Delivery Meals

1

Shopping Mall

Table of Contents

• ①Section I — Flight to ICN
• ②Section II — Day 2: The Delivery Party
• ③Section III — Day 3: Lotte Mall & Dining
• ④Section IV — Return Home via ICN

Section I

Section I — Flight to ICN

I recently took my last international trip of the year, visiting Seoul, South Korea, via Incheon Airport (ICN). It was a brief visit, lasting a few days, during which I stayed with relatives. The trip was uneventful in the best way, filled with relaxation, shopping, and enjoying various restaurants around town. I flew in economy class, and I must say the service and amenities were quite good. Free beer, free movies, and a palatable meal made the journey enjoyable.

• →Chicken and Rice Combo — The main meal, which warmed up nicely. The Kochujang sauce was a brilliant addition, making it quite delicious.
• →Shin Ramen — Served later in the flight. It was my first time having it on a plane, but I found it too salty. I ended up just eating the noodles and skipping the soup.
• →Beverages — I stuck with more beer during the flight!

 

Section II

Section II — Day 2: The Delivery Party

This day was dedicated to a delivery food party. We stayed in and ordered four different meals, although I only remembered to snap a picture of the Tonkatsu Bento.

 

• →Chachamyun + Tansuyok — Black bean noodles and sweet and sour pork.
• →Fried Chicken & Beer — Often referred to as "ChiMek."
• →Cheesy Pizza — A heavy, cheese-laden pie.
• →Tonkatsu Bento — A Japanese-style breaded pork cutlet box.

Section III

Section III — Day 3: Lotte Mall & Dining

To escape the expensive air conditioning at home, we spent the day at the shopping malls. I lost track of where we ended up but think it was a Lotte-branded mall.

Dining Experiences

Lunch featured Mexican food, which felt a bit odd but tasted decent. For dessert, we tried Patbingsu (Green Tea Style) and a refreshing citrus/green tea drink. Dinner featured fried pork, which brought back memories.

   

Note: While it was interesting to have Western-style foods with a Korean spin, I sometimes crave that traditional Korean cuisine. This meal, although not traditional, was heavy on protein and tasted excellent.

Category	Item	Impression
Lunch	Mexican Fusion	Decent
Dessert	Patbingsu	Refreshing
Dinner	Fried Pork	High Protein

Section IV

Section IV — Return Home via ICN

As my trip came to an end, I took my time at the airport. I had about an hour to relax, but I was too tired and just waited by the gate.

 

A relaxing final international getaway for the year.