소녀방앗간 – Sobang Life

Chanced upon 소녀방앗간 [Romanji: So-nyeo-bang-at-kan] or translated as Sobang Life on my way to Cafe Seongsu to meet my language partner. Was particuarly drawn in to their minimalistic interior and they only have 2 items on their menu at a time. So I had the Wild Edible Greens Rice (산나물밥 6,000won) that was fixed on their menu, and the other times I visited I chose the other variation which was the Stir-fry Pork (제육볶음 9,000won) and the. best. ever: Mentaiko Bibimbap (참명란비빔밥 10,000won)*. I mean seriously, We’re talking Mentaiko here, with scallions, seaweed and a raw egg yolk all mix in one yummy harmony. I honestly went right back the next day for it. I love the integrity of the whole place and how they source for local natural ingredients and carry its flavour to the plate. Its also always exciting to see what three side dishes you’ll get each time you visit! You can purchase their in-house soybean paste and other fermented products in store.

*Sobang Life has other outlets that varies their menu differently.

Meal°

Meal° or Meal-do is a small bakery located near Ttukseom station and is by far my favourite bakery in Seoul. Even though its a fairly new bakery, it is really popular with most of its bread selling off the shelves even by 4pm. I suggest going early at 12noon or making a reservation with them especially for their well known cube breads and loafs. If you’re lucky or patient enough, they will replenish the stocks so ask them! The custard cube is my favourite as its filled right to the brim with custard and cream. When I’m craving for something savory, I go for its curry cube that’s filled with Japanese curry. The chestnut loaf was super moist and still hot when I bought it.