Street Food Yum - Takoyaki Balls

A street version of the Japanese Okonomiyaki pancake, these squid (sometimes other seafood) pancake-made batter balls are topped with the flakes and sauce that will have you going bonkers. You can simply pop them in your mouth and have a Okonomiyaki-like pancake to go. Prices vary in the number of balls that you want, an average box of eight for three dollars or fourteen for five dollars. Definitely can't go wrong with that!

Takoyaki balls can be found all around town in Korea as a quick pick me up to eat. Ewha (the women's university), Kongdae (by the Konkuk University station), Gangnam, and many other centers of attractions. For those who are looking for a more filling meal, the Okonomiyaki Pancake is available in some locations as well. The pancake is usually topped with udon noodles, a filling meal for just $5.

The best thing about these Takoyaki balls is the way it is made. A batter is poured onto the circular cooking platform and the filing is added. It is then topped with more batter and as it cooks, a bubble will start to form. Keep in mind the batter pours everywhere. Once halfway cooked, two sticks are used to cut and pull the flat shaped filling into a ball like popper. It is something you have to see to believe. Descriptions does not work for the amazement of the technique. 

Bottoms Up - Bubble Pong

Located by the Ewha women's university, the area is known for their cheap shopping goods. Semi hidden in a small street by the train station from exit 6, Bubble Pong is a small bubble tea spot that is whipping up all kinds of flavors in addition to the classic milk tea and taro.

With mostly smoothie drinks that are on the recommended list, there are two sizes for the drinks that start at roughly $4.50. The recommended ones are the mint chocolate and white chocolate bubble tea. They specialize and advertise their chocolate drinks, being that it is their best seller, you definitely can't go wrong with a cup. A sweet blend of chocolate with bubbles that will help you stay cool and refreshed on any hot summer day.

Sweet Tooth Satisfaction - Ewha Macarons & Cookies

내마음의  작은선물 is one of the newest macaron and cookie bakeries to open in Korea. It is on the top of my list for its various fresh macarons. The wall of color is just too much to handle sometimes! With macarons starting at $1.50, there are a handful to choose from. The bakery incorporates a variety of flavors that are a must try: rose, green tea, cookies and cracker and the classic of caramel, pistachio and my ultimate favorite: peanut butter. 

Located by the women's university, Ewha station on the green line, it is a must visit for anyone who craves macarons the way I do. Prices for macarons are decent and it is worth every penny for its delicious taste. It does bring me back home for a moment, I am all for 내마음의  작은선물!

Sweet Tooth Satisfaction - C'lucy

One of the only chocolate cafes that I have seen in Korea that I just could not resist. Presentation and quality of goods are along the higher end of the market which explains the price as well. Although pricing is on the higher end, the interior and decor is a great place to sit back and enjoy an afternoon of coffee with the girls.

The chocolate cake on the right which is approximately palm size, has an outer coat of a thick chocolate syrup and topped with two pieces of chocolate which include the C'lucy logo as well as a thin fan designed chocolate.

For those of you who have a sweet tooth like I do, the chocolate cake which is probably the sweetest thing on the menu may not be enough. Luckily for you, there is still the options of the hot chocolate and other chocolate drinks on the menu. Korea is not known for having overly sweet desserts and items, but it does help to satisfy cravings that I have had for a long time. On average, a dessert and drink costs $5-6. I definitely suggest stopping by the Ewha, the Women's University in Korea to give this dessert a try.