Korea Joongang Daily
Korea JoongAng Daily

You can now use the Karrot app to find your nearest bungeoppang vendor

Danggeun, the operator of major online secondhand marketplace Karrot, has rolled out a map service that will allow users to find bungeoppang (fish-shaped pastries).

2024-11-26

Bungeoppang: A Comforting Embrace of Tradition [Photo Essay Contest]

Nestled within the streets and snow-covered landscapes of South Korea you can often find vendors selling Bungeoppang. This delectable treat is a culinary treasure that goes beyond a snack, embodying the past, symbolizing resilience, and creating...

2023-12-08

Even the street vendors are giving up as inflation bites

Some street vendors are giving up altogether and closing their humble businesses as inflation erodes what little profit they make and the pandemic decimates foot traffic.

2021-12-20