Flavors of Seoul

The flavours of Seoul, a journey through Korean cuisine

The Seoul audio-guided tour invites you to a gourmet break, for it is impossible to discover the capital without tasting its many culinary specialities. Rich in flavours and textures, Korean cuisine holds fine surprises for visitors, in the streets as in the restaurants of the city.

Emblematic dishes

Among the best-known specialities, bibimbap combines rice, kimchi, that fermented and marinated cabbage omnipresent in Korea, sautéed vegetables, beef and a fried egg. Bulgogi consists of thin slices of meat cooked over the fire, served with rice and a sauce of soy, onions and sugar. For lovers of spicy dishes, taktori tang combines braised chicken and hot chilli paste. Soups, such as naengmyeon, complete this rich repertoire.

What there is to discover

Seoul gastronomy can be enjoyed as much in the street food of the markets as in the traditional restaurants. Korean barbecue, where you grill the meat yourself at the table, is a convivial and highly prized experience. Desserts, such as patbingsu, a shaved ice topped with sweet red beans, offer a refreshing touch. Each district has its own addresses and specialities to discover along the walk.

Practical information

Seoul specialities can be enjoyed throughout the city, from the street food stalls of the markets to the restaurants of the Insadong or Myeongdong districts. Opening hours and prices vary from one establishment to another. It is a discovery to be experienced according to your mood, all along the walk.

Which dish should you try first in Seoul?

Bibimbap and bulgogi are among the most emblematic dishes, easy to find and representative of Korean cuisine.

What is kimchi?

It is a fermented and marinated cabbage, omnipresent in Korean cuisine, which accompanies very many dishes, including bibimbap.