A visitor takes a picture of "samgyetang," a kind of chicken soup, during an event at Hansung University in Seongbuk District, Seoul, July 14. Yonhap
For years, Korean food tourism has largely revolved around familiar favorites: Korean barbecue, fried chicken and spicy tteokbokki. But a different trend has emerged across online communities and platforms, including TikTok, Reddit, Instagram and travel blogs.
From comforting bowls of pork soup to sweet and savory snacks and creative convenience store hacks, more international visitors are moving beyond the obvious tourist picks, seeking out the foods locals enjoy every day.
Drawing on recent food trends spotted across social media and travel communities, as well as dishes frequently recommended by visitors, here are seven Korean foods worth searching for.
"Dwaeji gukbap," or pork and rice soup, served with side dishes / Courtesy of Busan Metropolitan City
