Written by hand, not generated. Dishes, markets, timing and prices for Sejong.
Sejong was created as an administrative capital in 2012, so it has newly built commercial districts rather than inherited local dishes. What actually shapes eating here is the old market town of Jochiwon, its orchards, and farmland that runs right up to the edge of the new downtown.
A summer fruit from the sunny low hills, sold at direct markets and roadside stands through July and August.
With farmland adjoining the city, vegetables picked in the morning are on sale at direct-sale stores the same day, along with tofu and fermented pastes.
A government-office district, so tables turn over fast around noon and prices sit within a narrow band.
The older food of the pre-2012 town centre.
The oldest market in the city, and unmistakably different in feel from the new downtown.
The new downtown restaurant strip, busiest at weekday lunch and dinner.
Cafes and brunch places along the walking paths.
Several outlets across the city where nearby farms deliver the same day.
Cafes and restaurants scattered along the riverside path.
What it costs — A weekday lunch set meal typically runs KRW 9,000-11,000.
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