Always in season: super delish Korean ice cream Touchdown in Incheon International Airport. The 16-hour of flight was manageable, thanks to six free movies, half a book, and two hours of sleep... My first time at home sweet home in five years! Mom cooking my absolute favorite classic dish of hers, Kim-Bop (seaweed rice stuffed with healthy, yummy ingredients). Yes, Kimchi (pickled vegetables) completes me. Visiting my late grandmother's tomb with splendid flower bouquets, soju, and her favorite kind of rice cake, followed by our traditional Korean bows My very first visit to Chung Gae Chun (Streamlet), a controversial but hugely successful urban renewal project. Date with my parents? Priceless :) Touching base with my roots: I definitely suggest visiting Chang Duk Gung, the second Palace of the Chosun Dynasty King and Queen. The architecture is beyond! King's chair indeed Loving the colors and details––go ancestors! Han-Bok, traditional Korean clothing, for women and children. Today, it's only worn on national holidays or special occasions like weddings. One of my favorite neighborhoods, Garosu-Gil (meaning Tree-Lined Street). Go there to find European-style cafes, restaurants, and shops. My best friend Cathy resting after walking around the neighborhood non-stop My friend's café/gallery, Miehl, which lets you work up an appetite as you browse pieces from an international assortment of artists The best souvenir shopping is definitely at Ssamji-Gil, which houses antique, designer, and cultural novelty shops with a unique taste for decoration. Located in Insadong. The display at Boon The Shop. One of the main shopping districts, Myeongdong, is like Times Square 24/7 Delicious and adorable snacks: warm bread with sweet red bean paste inside The extremely yummy Korean BBQ at Galbi/ Bulgogi is a must This warm sweet red bean soupy dessert, Patjuk (with chestnut and rice cakes) is to die for. It especially hits the spot in the colder months. And finally... The Olympic Stadium where the 1988 Opening Ceremony was held!