Bodega Wine Bar and Restaurant
Words by by Joshua Hall and shots by Shawn Parker Spanish music, flamenco and wine in the suburbs of Seoul? No, it’s not a kimchi western but a bar called Bodega in Jamsil. And the wines are shocking—shockingly cheap! I enjoyed a great sparkling brut for W55,000 and a lovely albariño blend for W80,000 (Spanish [...]
Wine Bar Review: Sideways
If you’re looking for reasonably priced wine in a quiet backstreet near Gangnam St. (line 2), then Sideways is the place. It’s casual, relaxed, and the people are friendly. Sideways is owned by French winemaker Anthony Dufour, who spends half of the year in France and half here with his Korean family. His wine, Agapê, [...]
Wine Bar Review: Vin Ga
If you’re looking for a wine bar with style, sophistication and a wine list with breadth and depth, then this is the place for you. Sure, it’s pricey—but intelligent service, a live jazz band and Apgujeong real estate don’t come cheap. The interior of Vin Ga is designed to emulate a “wine cave” with plenty [...]
Dove Quando: Wine Bar Review
Dove Quando Wine Bistro is a reasonably priced bistro with a great atmosphere perfect for a date or a relaxed evening with friends. The place is rustic, romantic and intimate. Dove Quando’s small but friendly interior makes it better suited for meeting a friend or date than holding a business meeting. Flower-filled vases dot the [...]
