A Delightful Day in Gongju: Exploring Local Cuisine and Culture
The weather lately has felt almost like summer, even though it's still May.
Despite the warm days, the trees around are becoming increasingly lush, radiating vibrant energy this season.
After the bustling early May festivals, the tourist spots have become less crowded, allowing for a more relaxed travel experience.
To enjoy this tranquility, we specifically chose a Sunday to visit Gongju.
Many restaurants in Gongju close early on Sundays, so it's wise to plan ahead for meals to avoid disappointment.
We had a hearty lunch at 'Gongju Hanwoo Town,' a restaurant certified for its fair pricing by the Ministry of the Interior and Safety and local governments, before leisurely exploring Gongju.
Our itinerary was thoughtfully planned: 'Lunch (Gongju Hanwoo Town) ➔ National Gongju Museum ➔ Gongju Hanok Village ➔ Tomb of King Muryeong and Royal Tomb Park ➔ Gongju Fortress Market ➔ Gongju Metasequoia Road.'
Parking was available at the front of the restaurant, but since it was full, we utilized the 'Shin-gwan-dong Park Ticket Office Public Parking Lot.' Sundays are free, and other days have reasonable rates.
Gongju Hanwoo Town is known for its fair pricing.
Before entering, we could check the outdoor price listings: 90,000 won for 500g of Hanwoo beef and 15,000 won for 250g of pork ribs.
Since the Paleolithic Festival at Seokjangni in Gongju had just concluded, we were relieved to find the area less crowded.
In addition to the meats, there are also reasonably priced meal options.
We decided on pork marinated ribs for lunch.
A variety of side dishes were served first, followed by well-heated charcoal.
Next, we enjoyed warm, freshly made japchae.
The owner and staff welcomed us warmly, enhancing our dining experience.
The marinated pork ribs were perfectly balanced with the meat and seasoning.
The charcoal's heat was excellent, and the grill was well-coated, preventing the marinade from burning.
When grilling marinated ribs, avoiding burning is crucial, and the grill made it easy and stress-free.
Since it was lunchtime, we ordered cold noodles for a lighter meal.
The warm weather made cold noodles particularly appealing.
My wife ordered a bowl of rice, which came with soybean paste stew.
Our child chose scorched rice, which surprisingly turned out to be quite popular.
It was a delightful meal to enjoy with the marinated pork ribs.
After finishing our meal, the staff served us a cup of homemade sikye (sweet rice drink), which was a refreshing touch to our dessert.
The floating rice grains in the chilled drink reminded me of my grandmother's homemade sikye.
Upon heading to the cashier, we truly understood why Gongju Hanwoo Town is considered a 'fair-priced establishment.'
They accept the 'Onnuri Digital Gift Certificate' and Gongju's local currency, 'Gongju Pay,' supporting the local economy.
Not only can you participate in good consumption that revitalizes the local economy, but you can also enjoy additional discounts and incentives to make your meal even more economical.
With honest prices, transparent operations, and a warm hospitality, Gongju Hanwoo Town provided a perfect start to our journey in Gongju.
Why not embark on a delightful journey to Gongju, filled with the vibrant greens of May and delicious local cuisine?
Source :https://blog.naver.com/sinmunman/224292005485
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