Saturday, March 5, 2011

5 best teahouses in Seoul

Though South Korea has been embracing the coffee culture in recent years (a new Starbucks seems to spring up every week) the country hasn?t entirely forgotten its traditional tea roots.

Whether it?s warming up during the insanely cold winters or chilling out with friends on the terrace under cherry blossoms in spring, Seoul has a handful of great teahouses worth exploring. 

 

Gul

Who says tea can only be enjoyed sitting down? Gul, the Korean word for honey, is a great little take away hut that serves up sweetened teas made from fresh honey. It also sits right in the heart of Ssamziegil Square, a funky shopping area.

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