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[Book Review] Yeonmi Park’s ‘In Order to Live’
A memoir full of hard-won freedom, feeling and frankness. Yeonmi Park’s story is as harrowing as it is awe-inspiring, and makes for an impactful and unforgettable read.
Korean Esports: Everything You Need to Know
Welcome to the exciting world of esports! Here’s everything you need to know about esports in Korea.
Escape to Jeju: Hiking Mt. Hallasan and savouring local flavours
Mt. Hallasan has long been on my bucket list, so I decided to seize the moment and spontaneously book a flight to tick it off my list! Here’s my Jeju travel guide, perfect for your next trip.
K-pop idols took over the fashion industry in 2024
The list of K-pop idols who are ambassadors for luxury fashion brands is now too long to name them all here.
[Book Review] Axie Oh’s ‘XOXO’
A cello prodigy meets a mysterious K-pop idol in this charming, feel-good YA novel that has you rooting for the pair’s romance from the moment they meet by chance one night in LA.
The Ultimate K-pop Christmas Gift Guide with KStars
A K-pop Christmas gift guide brought to you in partnership with KStars, Manchester UK's first and only K-pop store—the perfect excuse to use your Cherry Chu Members discount code!
[Book Review] Your next dream read: Miye Lee’s ‘Dallergut Dream Department Store’
An eccentric department store selling dreams and adventures, and an enthusiastic new hire – welcome to a world of wonder, healing, and self-discovery in Dallergut Dream Department Store.
It’s T1 time: League of Legends World Finals in London
Whether you’re an old hand in esports, purely an LCK (League Championships Korea) team fan, or just getting started – one name you’ll have heard is T1.
Greedy Scent: Perfume-making experience in Seoul
Head to Greedy Scent in Seoul for a truly unique perfume-making experience.
The best kept secrets for Korean ‘glass skin’
Here’s an in-depth look at how to achieve Korea’s famous ‘glass skin’.
[Book Review] ‘I Want to Die But I Still Want to Eat Tteokbokki’
I Will Live for Tteokbokki, and Baek Se-hee. I devoured the first one, and now I’m here to tell you that I devoured the second one too and have a huge craving for tteokbokki.
48 hours in Sokcho: What to do and where to eat
Food and travel writer, Thuy Bui, explores South Korea’s North Eastern coastline and national park.
Cake decorating class in Hongdae, Seoul
Tired of the same old café scene? Spice up your day with a cake decorating class instead!
The Playful Allure of Korean Jelly Lips
Among all the defining trends in Korean makeup, jelly lips are perhaps the most recognizable. The glossy, doll-like appearance has taken the beauty world by storm.
[Book Review] Okhui Lee’s ‘A Girl From Busan’ is a gripping tale of immigration and the American Dream
While ‘A Girl From Busan: A Mother’s Prayer’ reflects on the harsh realities of life as an immigrant, at its core this is a story of hope — with a dash of show business.
48 hours in Gangneung: Glamping and food guide
Travel and food writer, Thuy Bui, shares everything she ate during her ultimate girls glamping weekend in Gangneung.
Must-read Korean Literature
Perhaps you’re just beginning your journey into the world of Korean Literature and need guidance on where to start, or are looking to expand your Korean Literature bookshelf with something new.
Beat the Korean heat with these cold noodle dishes
Cold soup noodles are a go-to meal during summer for their cooling and refreshing qualities.
5 Korean culture shocks
South Korea is a wonderland of technological innovation, phenomenal food, gorgeous wildlife, wonderful people… I could go on forever! But, it can take a bit of adjusting once you initially set foot there.
The best rainy day Korean cuisine
Today was a rainy day, and all I could think about was what would warm my ‘Seoul’ up…