Wednesday, July 16, 2008

들다

On the 4th, and 9th days of every month (14th, 29th, etc), there is an open air market in Sangnam dong. Amongst the neon lights and strangely modern shops, the open air market seems to be the last vestige of a simpler world, and the special keeper of the most exquisite grapes I have ever tasted.  

While the grapes are by far the best food I've had in Korea, Gimbap is by far the worst. I've learned that the "ham" is often SPAM, and even when it isn't, I still don't like it. I'm sort of disappointed in myself for the failure of my tastebuds, especially since gimbap is the cheapest meal in town.

Don't worry, I do eat more than grapes. Korea has an excellent variety of Korean, Chinese, Japanese, and American foods. Besides my almost daily intake of Kim Chi, I've also eaten at a KFC, and TGI Fridays (where Kim Chi is still served on the side). 

4 comments:

Unknown said...

You must have truly gone native for "Kim Chi" to appear capitalized. :)

Carrie Ann said...

meh

Katherine said...

mmmmmmmmmmmmmm, kim chi. Wait, what's kim chi? I feel like it's something I should know after watching countless episodes of Anthony Bourdain.

Carrie Ann said...

Anthony Bourdain failed to teach you about kimchi?That truly is tragic! Kimchi is a spicy pickled cabbage dish that is served with every meal (including breakfast) in Korea.