Minjung 
Want to know which Korean American actresses are big in Hollywood?
These ladies are just as comfortable throwing high kicks as they are strutting on the catwalk.
On top of acting, you can add Broadway musicals, rapping, standup comedy, directing and activism to their list of talents. (´▽`ʃ♡ƪ)
Here are some actresses you might not know were Korean!
You may have noticed that Koreans do things differently. Not all of it works, but they’re ahead of the game when it comes to diet and nutrition.
Today I’m going to talk about why Koreans are skinny and the healthy habits they have.
Most importantly, I’ll share fun ways for you to add these habits to your daily life wherever you live.
I’ll also go over:
The best part of the Korean diet is that you don’t have to suffer to lose weight.
Let’s get started!
From zombie slayers to intergalactic explorers, Korean American actors are finding more roles in major motion pictures and TV shows.
Not only are they easy to look at, many of these actors come from wealthy families and attended the top schools in the states. (✿◡‿◡)
Here are the most popular Korean American actors!
After you’ve hit the bars and clubs, there’s only one thing to make the night complete. Noraebang of course!
It’s a must-do activity on a trip to South Korea or K-town.
Whether you’re hanging out with your friends, on a date, climbing the ladder at company gatherings (회식) or simply enjoying singing by yourself, Noraebang is a deeply-rooted part of Korean culture.
Here’s everything you need to know about it!
Teachers are kind of a big deal in Korea. On top of being respected and well-paid, they also get a special day just for them. (✿◡‿◡)
Teachers’ Day is a time to show appreciation for how they shape young minds, the future of society.
But, it’s changing every year. Find out why it’s important and how it’s different now.
Parents’ Day is the “two birds with one stone” of Korean holidays.
If you want to score points with Korean parents or in-laws, you’re going to love it!
Sure, they might say you can skip it, but you should never take their word for it. never. ever. (⊙ˍ⊙)
It’s pretty convenient to have one combined Parents’ Day, so you can go all out.
Let’s get started!
Need another reason to give your kids gifts? You’re in luck, there’s a Children’s Day in Korea!
You can enjoy it with your kids or even celebrate by yourself (spoiler alert: you can until you turn 28)!
Children’s Day is like another Christmas in South Korea.
Let’s find out more!
영어, 스페인어, 프랑스어, 일본어… 외국어 공부를 결심하셨나요?
학원, 과외, 유튜브, 어플 등 다양한 학습방법이 있지만, 제일 중요한 회화, “스피킹“을 위해서는 제 경험상 어플이 제일 유용하더라구요.
저는 여행 가기 전이나 직업상 필요할 때마다 핌슬러를 사용하고 있는데, 영어뿐만 아니라 제2외국어를 공부하기에 최고의 앱입니다.
한국에서보다 외국에서 더 유명한 핌슬러!
핌슬러 어플 리뷰 갑니다.
Looking for new friends in Korea? (☞ﾟヮﾟ)☞
Get some, with Korean social media apps!
Apps are like friends, you can never have too many!
Here are the top 8 social media apps/platforms that every Korean knows and loves.
I may not have been born using apps, but I have way more of them than friends these days. (totally blaming the pandemic here)
Let’s check them out!
Tired of scrolling to the bottom of Netflix and closing it?
Here are 12 Korean streaming services you might not have heard of!
You can use them to find new Korean dramas, variety shows and movies.
They’re also great for learning the language!
Let’s check them out!
Fruit is a big part of daily life in Korea.
You might notice families eating neatly sliced giant pears after meals on K-dramas. The traditional reward for giving up your seat on a bus to an older lady is a tangerine.
The reasons for this are many. Most of all, they’re a great source of vitamins, making a yummy natural dessert after meals.
Put some nature’s candy in a basket and you’ve got the perfect gift guaranteed to please Koreans over 40.
Here are Korean fruits you must try, categorized by each season and region!
Seaweed soup, all-nighters and some playful violence (or theatrical romance), Koreans celebrate their birthdays with a twist.
This post covers:
Birthday parties are loads of fun in Korea. Here’s how we celebrate them.
Are you excited about Seollal and want to know more about the holiday?
You’re in luck! 😘
I wrote a post to cover everything that makes Seollal great!
Seollal covers a lot in Korea. It’s like Christmas and New Year’s all rolled into one with a sprinkle of Halloween (instead of candy you get money).
Let’s get started!
Want to know more about your Korean husband?
Being married takes a lot of work, even with someone from the same culture.
This post will share ways to get along with your Korean husband. 🙂
Let’s find out
Want to have a good relationship with your Korean wife?
Living a happy married life can be challenging, even with someone from the same culture.
I’m writing this post to help you get along with your Korean spouse. 🙂
Let’s find out
Thinking about dating someone from Korea? Go for it!
Dating a Korean is a fun, eye-opening and sometimes frustrating experience for westerners. The rules for Korean guys and girls are super different from what you’re used to. It helps to know how to play it cool and spot red flags in Korean dating culture.
This post will give you Korean and expat perspectives on dating dos and don’ts in Korea and abroad!
Need to learn basic Korean quickly?
Here are answers to the most common questions English speakers have about Korean. They’ll help you communicate in any situation.
You’ll learn how to:
I’ve worked for 10 years as a translator, and can help you express yourself as an English speaker with Korean words you need to know.
Let’s get started!
Need help with your Korean in-laws?
Korean in-laws can be stressful at times, but they’re full of jeong and will help you when you need it.
Meeting them can be nerve-racking, so I want to walk you through what to expect in each situation.
I’ll cover:
Let’s get into it!
Have some time on your hands?
This post covers the best Korean webtoons you can enjoy from the comfort of your phone.
I’ve been reading webtoons on the reg since they were first created, and I’m tired of pretending I don’t^^
Here are the top Korean webtoons categorized by genre and platform.
Let’s check them out, spoiler free!
Need some cultural Korean gift ideas that are sure to please (or maybe something yourself ^^)?
This post will help you find the right gift for Koreans and anyone interested in their culture.
I grew up in South Korea and have been known to give a gift or two.
I’ll cover what to give in each situation by age group and gender.
Let’s get started!
Getting ready for your first doljanchi?
In a culture with fun celebrations for babies, doljanchi is the big one.
Whether in the US, UK, Canada or Korea, make the most out of the special day with tips from a doljanchi veteran!
This post includes:
I’m a Korean female in my 30s so I’ve been going to my share of doljanchi lately.
Find out how to do it right!
Want to know what it’s like to be someone’s hoobae in South Korea? Not sure how to treat hoobae at work and school?
You’re in luck, I’ve been in both situations!
I’ll go over its meaning and give you cultural context here.
Find out how to use hoobae and the pros and cons of having one.
Let’s get started!
Not sure why some men are called samchon instead of ajeossi in Korea?
Find out what it means and how to use it below!
We also cover:
Let’s get started!
Want to get double the Christmas and Birthday gifts this year?
Hahm is the quirky party that makes it happen with just a box!
I’ll explain:
Hahm is more of nostalgia for Koreans, but some are keeping it alive and well.
Let’s find out more!
When you want to give a gift that’s sure to make an impression, Etsy is the place to go.
They have authentic items handmade by independent creators to wow any lover of Korean culture.
I checked out the entire Korean gift catalogue on Etsy and found the best ones.
Let the gift giving begin!
Want to make an impression without breaking the bank?
Korean fashion offers versatile outfits that are sure to turn heads.
For a timeless look, modern Korean hanbok can be worn on every occasion from Sunday brunch to Monday meetings at the office. Best of all, they wrap to fit your body, so anyone can wear one!
Etsy has a surprising amount of handcrafted Korean clothes by independent creators.
I checked out the entire Korean outfit catalog for the hidden gems.
Find out which ones made the cut!
Not sure why Koreans call some women emo (이모)?
Find out its meaning and how to use it below!
We also cover:
I’m lucky enough to have 4 biological emo who are super nice.
Let’s get started!
Coming-of-age day is a big event that not many outside Korea know about.
I’m going to explain how to celebrate it right.
Use these tips to fully enjoy your college life and make that once-in-a-lifetime event more special!
I’ll cover:
Let’s find out more!
Want to know how Korean age works?
You’re not alone!
This post includes:
I’ve spent hours explaining Korean age to non-Koreans.
Here’s the simplest explanation I can come up with!
Want to do something special for your parent’s 60th birthday?
Make the most out of that once-in-a-lifetime event with some tips from a hwangap veteran!
I’ll cover:
Hwangap janchi is a fun part of celebrating Korean heritage.
I’ve been through two of them. Here’s how they went!
Not sure when to call someone sunbae and how to treat them?
This post goes over its meaning and gives you cultural context.
Find out how to use sunbae in different situations and its pros and cons.
Let’s get started!
This post covers what hokangseu means and how Koreans are enjoying it to the fullest.
It includes:
Hokangseu has been one of my guilty pleasures for a while now.
Let’s find out more!
Want to know what’s going on with ajeossi?
Find out what it means and how to spot one!
We also cover:
Let’s get started!
After surviving war, dictators and economic collapse, ajumma are fresh out of hoots to give.
If you’ve been jostled by one at a grocery store, you know what I mean.
Find out the origin of the word and how to spot one here!
We also cover:
Let’s get started!
Former Basketball players and rappers, and a superhero group, Korean male models come from all walks of life. Many of them are making moves into acting or fashion design as well, so they’re more than just a pretty face.
Here are the top 19 Korean male models and:
Let’s get started!
Looking for the perfect Korean tea to start your day or unwind in the afternoon?
There are at least 45 to choose from!
Tea is kind of a big deal in Korea. Locals have been boiling random roots, leaves and berries for centuries and have gotten pretty good at it.
We’ll explore the flavors and benefits of Korean tea and:
I grew up drinking Korean tea (it’s considered water here), and recently did a green tea plantation tour all across the country.
Here’s what I’ve learned!
Dongsaeng are the proverbial “low man on the totem pole”. This can be good or bad depending on who’s above them.
This post explains the word dongsaeng from a Korean perspective.
It covers:
I have a lot of experience being dongsaeng since I’m the youngest in my family.
Let’s get started!
Not sure when to call someone unnie?
Find out its many meanings and how to use them below!
We also cover:
Unnie can like or dislike you regardless of what you do. Good ones are fun female friends who have your back in tough times. Some will treat you like their own younger sister.
Let’s get started!
This post goes over the meaning of hyung from a Korean perspective.
It covers:
Having a good hyung in your corner can make or break your time in Korea.
Let’s dive right in!
Oppa is the chameleon of Korean words. You can call the same guy oppa and the meaning changes based on your relationship.
You’ve heard women scream “oppa” in K-dramas and Psy rap it in Gangnam Style.
This guide explains what oppa means in each situation and how to use it.
After reading this post, you’ll be able to use oppa properly, and also have a deeper understanding of Korean culture.
We also cover:
I grew up with an actual oppa and met many throughout my life.
Let’s get into it!
Noona can be a hot older woman or a cool female friend you hang out with.
This post covers the different meanings of noona from a Korean perspective.
It includes:
Noona can be tricky to use because of societal norms in Korea.
Let’s get started!
Glitz, glamour and sometimes tragedy, Korean female models are some of the most popular in Asia.
With appearances in Vogue and ad campaigns with famous brands like D&G, Louis Vuitton and Chanel, they’re making waves all over the place.
Here are the top 21 Korean female models from the past 25 years and:
Let’s get started!
Modeling in Korea as a local or foreigner can lead to tons of unique opportunities. You get to try on stylish clothes for a living and meet all sorts of interesting people from around the world. Best of all, modeling agencies are always looking for new talent in Korea.
But with opportunity comes risk. We’ll cover how to avoid pitfalls and:
Let’s get started!
Are you working in Korea?
Then, you’re probably eligible for 4 major insurances (4대보험).
These are automatically deducted from your salary each month.
Let’s check out what they mean and how much they cost!
This post covers recent changes in gender conflict in Korea.
It also includes:
Let’s get started!
This guide shows how to save hundreds of dollars shopping in South Korea.
It includes:
I grew up haggling in South Korea.
Here’s what I’ve learned.
Can’t find enough Korean music you like on YouTube?
Here are the 8 most popular Korean music apps.
You can use them to find new Korean music in genres like K-pop. They’re also great for learning Korean or practicing some new dance moves!
I’ll highlight the unique features of each app too.
Let’s get started!
Onomatopoeia are tons of fun. You can find them in children’s stories, comic books and in everyday conversation. As any parent knows, kids really love them.
You just have to be young at heart to enjoy them.
Korean onomatopoeia (의성어) are even more fun for English speakers. It’s hilarious to compare what a cow sounds like in the USA vs Korea.
Here are a list of Korean onomatopoeia and animals sounds that are sure to brighten up your day.
Here are the newest expressions guaranteed to impress your Korean friends.
Some of them are a little inside, so we made sure to explain them clearly.
I started with my favorites and the most common slang first.
Let’s check them out!
