March 14, 2013
by Mipa
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Hapjeong is known for all its super cute cafes and restaurants, but there’s also a growing artisan bakery scene there. 오븐과 주전자 Bakery (translates to ‘Oven & Tea Kettle’) is a humble little bread shop in a really calm part of … Continue reading
December 20, 2012
by Mipa
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Today I’m super excited to blog about one of my favorite bakeries in Seoul: May Bell Bakery (오월의 종)! It’s not new or anything– in fact, it’s been around for a while, but I’m excited to blog about it none … Continue reading
December 4, 2012
by Mipa
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So this past weekend I participated in this event called the ‘Window Bakery Collection.’ For a bit of background info, the WBC was created a few years ago by a group of small independent bakeries/cafes to showcase specialty artisanal breads, … Continue reading
November 14, 2012
by Mipa
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I’ve noticed in recent years, the explosion of high quality bakeries around Seoul. I think more Koreans are getting sick of the generic ‘Paris Baguette’ and ‘Tour les Jours’ chain bakeries with their generic Korean-style bread and pastries, and now … Continue reading
October 11, 2012
by Mipa
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Remember Veggie Holic bakery (old post here and here)? Well, a few months ago, they relaunched at a new location and I finally got to check out their brand new sparkly space. I was hoping they would move to a … Continue reading
June 18, 2012
by Mipa
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My San Francisco trip was so awesome and packed with yummy eats and amazing sights, that I need to split it into two parts. I’m only going to be able to share a small portion of all my photos! I … Continue reading
April 20, 2012
by Mipa
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Hidden in one of the back alleyways of Sangsu/Hapjeong area is Publique, a quaint French bakery-cafe that stands out amongst the competition. There are several notable bakeries in this neighborhood (Paul & Paulina, October, Bread 05, to name a few … Continue reading
February 27, 2012
by Mipa
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Hello my dear Aliens! Hope everyone had a relaxing weekend and got to enjoy the amazing weather. Ahhhh, looks like the worst of winter is over. I can finally smell spring in the air and it puts a ‘spring’ in … Continue reading
October 19, 2011
by Mipa
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New favorite bakery in Hapjeong: October Artisan Boulangerie! Love the interior. Reminds me of all those bakeries I visited in Pareee~ It’s got a good selection of animal-free breads and the lady at the counter is vegan-savvy in that she … Continue reading
October 14, 2011
by Mipa
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Update Feb 2012: ***BUSINESS HAS CLOSED*** Now that I’m on the west side of Seoul, I’m muuuch closer to Hongdae which is one of my favorite places in this city. Before, I only made it out to Hongdae about once … Continue reading