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13/04/2017

The fifth-tallest building in the world, the Lotte World Tower, has opened in Seoul, South Korea. The event was celebrated in a ceremony with a fireworks display that lit up the building and the sky. The 123-story glass and steel structure is South Korea’s tallest building. It rises 555 meters above the Seoul skyline. The tower features the world’s highest floor made of glass. [ 238 more words ]

http://pc2018.com/worlds-5th-tallest-building-opens-in-south-korea/

10/04/2017

At this time, 650,000 students in Korea are experiencing one of the most important periods in their lives—preparing for the college entrance examination. This period is not only special for Korean Senior students, but also means a lot for other classes of Korea. It is said that if you sleep for four hours every day, you will never be admitted into a university. [ 296 more words ]

http://pc2018.com/college-entrance-exam-in-south-korea/

10/04/2017

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon sesame oil 1⁄2 lb steak, thinly sliced 6 cups water 2 tablespoons red chili paste 4 tablespoons soybean paste 1 tablespoon hot red pepper flakes 2 tablespoons minced fresh garlic cloves 1 medium potato, thinly sliced 1 yellow squash, sliced 1/2 inch thick 2 medium carrots, sliced thinly 1 medium onion, sliced 4 green onions, sliced 2 chilies or 2 jalapenos, sliced… [ 82 more words ]

http://pc2018.com/dwenjang-chigae-spicy-beef-stew/

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon sesame oil 1⁄2 lb steak, thinly sliced 6 cups water 2 tablespoons red chili paste 4 tablespoons soybean paste 1

10/04/2017

Ingredients: fresh chestnuts 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup water 1/2 cup brown sugar 4 tbsp light soy sauce 2 tbsp peanut oil 3 tbsp sesame oil 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon 18 large, pitted red dates sliced, plus extra for garnish 2/3 cup chopped raisins 5 tbsp pine nuts 4 cups short-grain white sticky rice, soaked overnight 2 tbsp honey Directions: [ 311 more words ]

http://pc2018.com/sweet-sticky-rice-yaksik/

10/04/2017

Ingredients: thin dried rice noodles 1¾ cups kimchi, drained well and chopped ¼ cup gochujang 5 green onions, trimmed and thinly sliced 2 cloves of garlic, chopped ½ cup plain flour 1 tbsp sesame oil 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds 2 eggs, beaten well 2 ½ tbsp vegetable oil Sauce: 1 ½ tbsp honey ⅓ cup light soy sauce 2 tbsp water… [ 216 more words ]

http://pc2018.com/kimchi-noodle-pancakes/

10/04/2017

The word “culture” has never been talked about much until recently. Various patterns of lives exist together in the frame of culture. It is the characteristics of a modern society that all aspects of life become complex and diverse. However, it does not mean that a whole new society is created out from the discontinuance of the past. Therefore, there is “cultural tradition” which is breathing in the complex modern society. [ 702 more words ]

http://pc2018.com/korean-food-a-s-ymbol-of-korean-culture/

The word “culture” has never been talked about much until recently. Various patterns of lives exist together in the frame of culture. It is the

09/04/2017

South Korea secured promotion at the Women's World Championships Division II Group A tournament as they made it five wins from five in the Pyeongchang 2018 Winter Olympics test event. Ham Soo-jin's double saw the hosts overcome The Netherlands 2-0, a result which saw them finish at the top of the pile in the round-robin group. The match at the Kwandong Hockey Centre was a straight shoot-out for a place in the next tier of women's ice hockey - Division I Group B. [ 158 more words ]

http://pc2018.com/south-korea-earn-promotion-at-pyeongchang-2018-ice-hockey-test-event/

South Korea secured promotion at the Women's World Championships Division II Group A tournament as they made it five wins from five in the Pyeongchang 2018

05/04/2017

North Korean officials have reportedly declared the country's intent to take part in next year's Pyeongchang 2018 Winter Olympic Games in South Korea. Talks are said to have taken place at the ongoing International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) Women's World Championship Division II Group A tournament at the Gangneung Hockey Centre, a Pyeongchang 2018 venue. Choi Moon-soon, the governor of Gangwon Province, claimed a North Korean sports official confirmed his country will participate. [ 325 more words ]

http://pc2018.com/north-korea-gives-strongest-sign-yet-of-pyeongchang-2018-participation/

North Korean officials have reportedly declared the country's intent to take part in next year's Pyeongchang 2018 Winter Olympic Games in South Korea.

05/04/2017

Ingredients: 4 cups Kimchi cut bite sized 2 lbs chuck steak Sauce: 2 cup water 1 Tbsp minced garlic 1/4 tsp ground black pepper 2 Tbsp rice wine 2 Tbsp sesame oil 2 tsp soy sauce 1 Tbsp Korean chili flakes 1 Tbsp Korean chili paste Instructions: Rinse the steak in cold running water to get rid of the blood. Pat it dry with some kitchen paper. [ 30 more words ]

http://pc2018.com/slow-cooked-kimchi-stew-with-beef/

Ingredients: 4 cups Kimchi cut bite sized 2 lbs chuck steak Sauce: 2 cup water 1 Tbsp minced garlic 1/4 tsp ground black pepper 2

05/04/2017

Ingredients: Dough 500 g sweet rice flour 80 g self-raising flour 20 g melted butter 1/4 tsp fine sea salt 2 cups hot water Stuffing 1/4 tsp cinnamon powder 180 g sweetened red bean paste (0.4 pounds) Other Some vegetable oil for deep-frying 30 g sugar Instructions: Mix the stuffing ingredients in a small bowl. Sieve the sweet rice flour and self-raising flour into a large bowl. [ 180 more words ]

http://pc2018.com/chapssal-donuts/

05/04/2017

Ingredients: 6 ounces hydrated doraji (bellflower root) 2 Tbsp coarse sea salt 1 tsp roasted sesame seeds 1 tsp green onion, chopped 1 Tbsp cooking oil Some water to boil Seasoning Sauce: 1 tsp fine sea salt 1/2 tsp sugar 1/2 tsp minced garlic 1/2 tsp sesame oil Directions: 1. Place the dried bellflower root in a large bowl and immerse in water overnight. [ 104 more words ]

http://pc2018.com/sauteed-bellflower-root/

Ingredients: 6 ounces hydrated doraji (bellflower root) 2 Tbsp coarse sea salt 1 tsp roasted sesame seeds 1 tsp green onion, chopped 1 Tbsp

04/04/2017

South Korean Olympic organizers still hope to see NHL players competing at next year's Winter Games despite the National Hockey League's insistence it won't happen. Nancy Park, a spokeswoman for the Pyeongchang 2018 organizing committee, said Tuesday there's still time for "meaningful discussions" on Olympic participation between the NHL, NHL Players' Association, International Ice Hockey Federation and International Olympic Committee. [ 202 more words ]

http://pc2018.com/south-korea-still-hoping-to-see-nhl-players-in-olympics/

South Korean Olympic organizers still hope to see NHL players competing at next year's Winter Games despite the National Hockey League's insistence it won't

03/04/2017

Ingredients: 2 chicken breasts salt and pepper 2 tablespoons cornstarch 2 egg whites 20-24 ounces baby bok choy 4-6 ounces of water chestnut, drained 4 tablespoons canola or vegetable oil for frying, divided Sauce: 4 plump garlic cloves 1 inch chunk ginger 2 tablespoons rice wine (or mirin) 1 cup chicken broth or water 1 tablespoon oyster sauce 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed in 2 tablespoons water… [ 257 more words ]

http://pc2018.com/chicken-and-bok-choy-stir-fry/

03/04/2017

Ingredients: 1 1/2 -2 lb pumpkin, seeded and peeled 3/4 C sweet rice or short grain rice 4-5 C water 3-4 Tbsp white sugar 3-4 Tbsp light brown sugar salt to taste chopped walnuts or pine nuts for garnish Directions: Rinse the rice a few times and soak in a big bowl for at least 2 hours. Slice the pumpkin and put them in a big pot with 4 cup of water. [ 140 more words ]

http://pc2018.com/korean-pumpkin-porridge/

Ingredients: 1 1/2 -2 lb pumpkin, seeded and peeled 3/4 C sweet rice or short grain rice 4-5 C water 3-4 Tbsp white sugar 3-4 Tbsp light brown

03/04/2017

Ingredients: 1 lb Korean pickled cucumbers, thinly sliced 1 tablespoon Korean chili flakes 2 teaspoon sugar 1 green onion, finely chopped 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1 tablespoon Korean plum extract 1 teaspoon sesame oil 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds Directions: Soak the cucumber slices in cold water for 10 minutes to dilute the brine a little. Drain and squeeze out the excess water. [ 33 more words ]

http://pc2018.com/pickled-cucumber-salad/

03/04/2017

Ingredients: 2 bunch spinach 4 teaspoon Korean soybean paste 4 teaspoon Korean chili paste 2 garlic clove, finely minced 4 teaspoon sesame oil 2 teaspoon sesame seeds Directions: Cut off the tips of spinach and clean thoroughly. Boil a pot of water and blanch the spinach for 1 minute. Rinse under cold water and squeeze out making a ball shape to remove some water. [ 57 more words ]

http://pc2018.com/korean-spinach/

Ingredients: 2 bunch spinach 4 teaspoon Korean soybean paste 4 teaspoon Korean chili paste 2 garlic clove, finely minced 4 teaspoon sesame

03/04/2017

Ingredients: 3/4 lb sweet potatoes, cooked and peeled 2 cups rice flour 1/3 cup all purpose flour 1/3 cup sugar 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1-1 1/3 cup hot milk Oil for frying For the cinnamon sugar: 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon Directions: Combine flours, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl. Mash sweet potato and add to the flour mixture and rub together until the flours become fine crumbs. [ 139 more words ]

http://pc2018.com/sweet-potato-rice-donuts/

Ingredients: 3/4 lb sweet potatoes, cooked and peeled 2 cups rice flour 1/3 cup all purpose flour 1/3 cup sugar 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon

31/03/2017

Ingredients: 6 oz Soybean Sprouts 15 dried large anchovies for stock 1 piece of dried Kelp 4 C water 3/4 tsp sea salt 3 tsp red chili pepper powder 1 T chopped garlic 3 T chopped green onions 1 tsp or more of chopped saewoojeot – optional Directions: Make the fish stock. Add 4 C water to pot and add dried anchovies and kelp. [ 88 more words ]

http://pc2018.com/soybean-sprout-soup/

Ingredients: 6 oz Soybean Sprouts 15 dried large anchovies for stock 1 piece of dried Kelp 4 C water 3/4 tsp sea salt 3 tsp red chili pepper

31/03/2017

Russia is setting the highest possible aims for the upcoming 2018 Winter Olympic Games in South Korea’s PyeongChang in order to restore the reputation of the country’s athletes on the international arena, Alexander Zhukov, the president of the Russian Olympic Committee (ROC), said on Friday. "In light of the upcoming Olympic Games we must imply maximum of our efforts to offer the best conditions for preparations," Zhukov said. [ 397 more words ]

http://pc2018.com/russia-eyes-2018-pyeongchang-olympics-as-chance-to-revive-global-sports-reputation/

30/03/2017

South Korea's disgraced ex-President Park Geun-hye was arrested early Friday local time on charges including bribery and abuse of power, the latest chapter in a dramatic downfall for the U.S. ally, the Yonhap news agency reported. Prosecutors accused Park of colluding with a confidante to extort from big businesses, take a bribe from one of the companies and commit other wrongdoings. [ 324 more words ]

http://pc2018.com/south-korean-ex-president-park-arrested/

South Korea's disgraced ex-President Park Geun-hye was arrested early Friday local time on charges including bribery and abuse of power

30/03/2017

Ingredients: Half a package of barley malt powder 1 cup of rice 1 cup of sugar (or to taste) 12-15 cups of water pine nuts Directions: Put 1 package of barley malted powder (1/2 pound) in a large basin and mix it with 12-15 cups of water. Let it sit for 2 hours until all the dregs are sunk to the bottom of the basin. [ 281 more words ]

http://pc2018.com/sikyhe-sweet-rice-drink/

  Ingredients: Half a package of barley malt powder 1 cup of rice 1 cup of sugar (or to taste) 12-15 cups of water pine

29/03/2017

The glimmering lights, the dances, the cheering of the crazy fans and the showcasing of extraordinary set of skills is not the only side of the Olympics. Behind all this glamour and professionalism is the actual hard work, sweat, late hours and labor of the host city. The 2018 Winter Olympics are being hosted by Pyeongchang, South Korea, after winning the voting system. [ 224 more words ]

http://pc2018.com/environmental-friendly-olympic-games/

The glimmering lights, the dances, the cheering of the crazy fans and the showcasing of extraordinary set of skills is not the only side of the Olympics.

28/03/2017

Asia's fourth-largest economy grew slightly more than previously thought last year, South Korean authorities said Tuesday (Mar 28). The central Bank of Korea raised its figure for the 2016 economic growth rate by 0.1 percentage points to 2.8 per cent, saying the manufacturing sector performed better than earlier estimated. The change meant the rise in gross domestic product (GDP) was unchanged from the previous year, rather than falling. [ 122 more words ]

http://pc2018.com/south-korea-raises-2016-gdp-growth-to-2-8/

Asia's fourth-largest economy grew slightly more than previously thought last year, South Korean authorities said Tuesday (Mar 28).

27/03/2017

Local rice company Cheorwon Odae-ssal have become the latest partner of the 2018 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games in Pyeongchang after they signed a deal with the Organising Committee in Cheorwon County today. Cheorwon Odae-ssal have been attributed to the "packaged raw rice" category and become an official supporter of Pyeongchang 2018. The company will provide financial support to Pyeongchang 2018 to assist with their preparations for the Games. [ 254 more words ]

http://pc2018.com/pyeongchang-2018-add-rice-company-to-list-of-official-supporters/

Local rice company Cheorwon Odae-ssal have become the latest partner of the 2018 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games in Pyeongchang

24/03/2017

The Michelin food guide unveiled its first Seoul edition on Monday, with two upscale Korean restaurants receiving the coveted three stars, but recognition also for a more humble diner serving up vegetarian temple food. A total of 24 restaurants in the South Korean capital received Michelin stars, reflecting the city's ambitions as a fine-dining hub and the emergence of Korean cuisine from the well-established shadows cast by those of Asian neighbors China and Japan. [ 308 more words ]

http://pc2018.com/3-michelin-star-restaurants-discovered-in-seoul/

24/03/2017

Ingredients: 250 g ground chicken or other meat 1 egg white 2 Tbsp spring onion, chopped 2 Tbsp carrots, chopped 2 Tbsp mushrooms, chopped 1/2 tsp chilli garlic paste 1 Tbsp soy sauce 1/2 chicken stock cube, crumbled Black pepper and salt, to taste 1 Tbsp sesame oil 1 Tbsp ginger, chopped 1 tsp castor sugar 2 Tbsp ginger juice… [ 78 more words ]

http://pc2018.com/steamed-cabbage-dumplings/

Ingredients: 250 g ground chicken or other meat 1 egg white 2 Tbsp spring onion, chopped 2 Tbsp carrots, chopped 2 Tbsp mushrooms, chopped

23/03/2017

You must be wondering who is responsible for organizing the most wanted and loved sport festival, the Olympics. Indeed, managing a 16-day event and facilitating the participants from 200 nations is a daunting task. Behind the huge event is the International Olympics Committe (IOC), which takes care of everything, from start to finish. In fact, it is always at work, even between Olympics. [ 307 more words ]

http://pc2018.com/ioc-international-olympics-committee/

22/03/2017

Four members of the family who control South Korea's troubled retail giant Lotte, including its 93-year-old founder, went on trial Monday (Mar 20) for embezzlement, tax evasion and fraud. The proceedings against company chairman Shin Dong-Bin, 61, his brother, sister and father - plus the patriarch's mistress nearly 40 years his junior - come as the South's fifth-biggest conglomerate endures a barrage of condemnation from China. [ 517 more words ]

http://pc2018.com/south-koreas-lotte-family-owners-go-on-trial/

Four members of the family who control South Korea's troubled retail giant Lotte, including its 93-year-old founder, went on trial Monday (Mar 20) for

14/03/2017

South Korea is expected to host the 2018 PyeongChang Winter Olympics successfully regardless of the recent impeachment of its president, former French Culture Minister Fleur Pellerin said Monday, vowing to contribute to the hosting as the ambassador representing French-speaking countries at the international sports event. "Some 700-strong staff of the PyeongChang Organizing Committee are working hard in preparation. There could arise complex situations in terms of administrative affairs on the South Korean government side," Pellerin said of potential impact of the impeachment of Park Geun-hye on the Pyeongchang Olympics. [ 293 more words ]

http://pc2018.com/success-of-pyeongchang-olympics-would-not-be-affected-by-impeachment-pellerin/

South Korea is expected to host the 2018 PyeongChang Winter Olympics successfully regardless of the recent impeachment of its president, former French Culture

10/03/2017

National Hockey League (NHL) commissioner Gary Bettman has claimed there are no meetings scheduled between his organisation and the International Olympic Committee (IOC) regarding the participation of players at Pyeongchang 2018. The appearance in South Korea of NHL players has been an ongoing dispute, with negotiations proving particularly fractious following the IOC's decision to stop covering the cost of transportation and accommodation fees. [ 407 more words ]

http://pc2018.com/nhl-commissioner-reveals-no-progress-on-pyeongchang-2018-participation/

National Hockey League (NHL) commissioner Gary Bettman has claimed there are no meetings scheduled between his organisation and the International Olympic