What Happens When a Chinese Run a Korean Restaurant? - Yanji London
I have been hearing a lot about Yanji from my Korean friends recently because they were doing a special discount
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Where to Get 1,000 Year Old Korean Snack, Yakgwa in London - Drago
This is day 12 of highlighting small business. Drago in London. Yakgwa is one of Korea’s oldest sweets, honey soaked with a taste between baklava, shortbread, and mochi. Drago makes it fresh in London at Market Root. It is where Korean creatives gather with food, art, and design.
How a Small Onigiri Food Stall Opened Cafe / Bar in One Year - KAIHO̅ Japanese Café/Bar
Day 11 of highlighting small businesses. KAIHO̅ started as a food stall near Spitalfields and is now a Japanese café/bar by the canal. Neat like Japan, with high ceilings, rare LPs, rice burgers, and onigiri from classic salmon to truffle salmon.
Galbitang with a Huaxi Noodle Soup Twist
I have been on a mission to make the best dishes I have eaten at restaurants at home. And I
Why Katsuro London Became the Best Tonkatsu Restaurant in London
I want to first say Katsuro Tonkatsu is THE BEST in London right now. I used to say Tanakatsu in
How Is Saudi Restaurant Hijazi Corner Just Like Korea
At Hijazi Corner, the first Saudi restaurant in Europe, meals are served on the floor around one platter. From smoky mandi and spiced kabsa to creamy saleeg and fresh tamis bread, the dishes bring Saudi culture to London.
OKKO London Menu That I Didn't Expect - Hambagu Steak That Is Gluten Free
This is day 9 of highlighting small businesses in London, and today we’re at OKKO in East London. Think handmade gyoza, miso lamb chops grilled over charcoal, and even a Japanese Hambagu steak you rarely find here. An izakaya where comfort food meets robata grilling.