The First Paris Baguette in Toronto opens!

To the delight of pastry lovers across the city, Paris Baguette, a popular South Korean bakery chain, recently opened its doors in Toronto. The new location, located in the heart Yonge/Sheppard offers a variety of delicious baked goods and treats. Entering the bakery, customers are greeted with an array of tempting pastries. The selection is

Broker breaks into Canada

The 2022 South Korean drama film, Broker (브로커) was screened at numerous national cinemas across Canada in January 2023. The film was written and directed by the Japanese filmmaker Hirokazu Kor-eda and explores the complex issues around baby boxes and the ‘adoption black market’.  The film touches on numerous social problems facing South Koreans, not

New Year, New Adventures

SeoulTheJourney wants to start by saying – it is a delight to be back! We missed you! We enjoyed 2022, a year exploring all things Korean across Canada and Europe – let’s not forget South Korea. We took a break over the new year period and even had the chance to enjoy the chilly weather

WINTER BREAK

SEOULTHEJOURNEY IS TAKING A VACATION & WILL RETURN IN THE NEW YEAR! WE ADMIT, a visit to Korea is great at anytime! But…December is a great time to visit Korea, as the country is in the festive mode with decorations and lights, making for a magical atmosphere. Top of the bucket list, The Hyundai Seoul

The Art Scene of Korea

SeoulTheJourney loves the art vibe offered by Seoul and South Korea. Without a doubt, the MMCA, and the Whanki gallery are among our favourites. The art scene in Seoul, South Korea is diverse and vibrant, with a mix of traditional and contemporary art on display throughout the city. The National Museum of Modern and Contemporary

별+다방 A Unique Starbucks

Over twenty years, Starbucks has become a leader. For many consumers, the taste of that morning brew is the winner, and for others in South Korea, it is the atmosphere created by a unique design to the social space of a Korean Starbucks. One of the many new locations that opened in 2022, is Starbucks

Five Things To Get You Started In Seongsu-Dong

SeoulTheJourney is addicted to Seoul, the coffee shops, the art galleries, and endless things yet to be discovered! Seongsu-Dong is a vibrant neighbourhood served by Ttukseom Station (뚝섬역) and Seongsu Station (성수역) on the Seoul Metro network, and it is a neighbourhood that is super accessible. It was named the ‘The Brooklyn of Seoul’. SeoulTheJourney

The Hyundai Seoul Is More Than A Department Store

The Hyundai Seoul opened back in 2021. It was in good view for fans of Penthouse that filmed in the trendy Fairmont Hotel and for shopping fans, art fans, foodies, coffee addicts, the arty type and everyone – a great place to check out! SeoulTheJourney recommends visiting the Hyundai Seoul for a coffee, pizza or

FOUR AWESOME THINGS TO DO IN JONGNO!

SeoulTheJourney wants to give you a lovely day in and around Jongno, a few ideas in a neighbourhood that is easy to find even more things to do! We start with the first stop exploring Jongno with a treat at the trendy cafe, MOLTO（몰토). The cafe is located just opposite the iconic Myeon Dong Cathedral

Tempting Vegan Treats, Temple moments & KIM WHANKI

Earlier this year, Starfield COEX welcomed a brand new restaurant to the Gangnam shopping mall for vegan consumers. During a recent trip to South Korea, SeoulTheJourney was excited to have the opportunity to visit the new restaurant, let alone to try a handful of Pulmuone products available at stores across the country. Could it be