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Jeil Market dakgangjeong shop in Uijeongbu: park picnic at Dalgom's

Dalgom's is a dakgangjeong (sweet crispy fried chicken) shop on Simin-ro 143beon-gil, inside Jeil Market in Uijeongbu, Gyeonggi. The writer ordered the three-person size with three flavors — sweet, cheese seasoning (ppuringkeul) and plain fried — took it to go and ate it at a nearby park with a baby along, alternating between sweet, salty cheese and plain so no bite felt repetitive. Dalgom's makes a satisfying takeout snack to carry out while browsing Jeil Market.

Written Sep 15, 2026Sponsored

PlaceYangju, GyeonggiRestaurants

Baby-friendly Korean BBQ in Okjeong, Yangju: Mat Chandeul

Mat Chandeul Wang Sogeum Gui Yangju Branch is an aged pork belly restaurant in the central commercial district of Okjeong in Yangju, Gyeonggi. The writer visited with a baby and ordered pork belly and steamed egg, and the staff grilled the meat right at the table, so there was no need to watch the timing. With basement parking and daily hours from 11:30 to 23:30, Mat Chandeul is a place worth returning to for a family meal.

Written Sep 10, 2026Sponsored

PlaceUijeongbu, GyeonggiCafés

Uijeongbu café with a full-length mirror photo spot: Forerest

Forerest is a large café and dessert spot on Nogyang-ro in Nogyang-dong, Uijeongbu, Gyeonggi, with its own parking. A full-length mirror at the entrance makes for an easy mirror shot, and Forerest's plum tea and vanilla latte came alongside matcha and chocolate Basque cheesecakes for a side-by-side taste. Open daily until midnight, Forerest is a relaxed Uijeongbu café just outside the city bustle.

Written Sep 14, 2026Sponsored