The Must-Visit List at Garosu-gil

1. "Jeong-Deun Jib" - Fish cakes and other light fare, makgeolli and saké

A favorite of local residents with a long list of regulars, Jeong-Deun-Jib serves up Busan fish cakes ("odeng"), saké, makgeolli, and other light fare, in a comfortable and intimate setting. (Inquiries 02-3443-1952)

2. Garosu Mansion Café

If you're longing for something more familiar while away, you may want to repose at Garosu Mansion, a café that bakes home-made cookies (and serves your usual café menu - coffee, tea, sandwiches and the like) decorated vintage-chic. A result of collaboration between four reknown Korean interior desigers, this is a great place to assemble all your photos of Seoul that you'll be putting on Facebook. (Inquiries 02-3447-6945)

3. Flow + Hiroshi - Apparel

For those of you who are fashion-conscious, stop by Flow + Hiroshi, where Korean celebrities may frequently be spotted. (Inquiries 02-515-8056)

4. Yeh Gallery - Art

A veritable landmark, the Yeh Gallery has exhibited both Korean and international artists such as Nam June-paik and Picasso, as well as talented up-and-coming artists.