Gyeongbuk Delicacies Pilgrimage — Jjimdak, Hwangnam Bread, Snow Crab
Since the route connects Andong, Gyeongju, Pohang, and Yeongdeok, a 2-day, 1-night course by car is suitable. In the Jjimdak Alley of Andong Old Market, the portions are generous at every restaurant, so a medium size is sufficient for two people. For Hwangnam Bread, it is best to buy it fresh out of the oven at the main store; since it has a short shelf life, purchasing it right before returning home is recommended. The peak season for snow crab at Ganggu Port in Yeongdeok is from November to April, so be sure to check whether the steaming fee is included when negotiating.
Andong Old Market Jjimdak Alley
Andong Old Market Jjimdak Alley
Hwangnam Bread Main Branch
Hwangnam Bread Main Store
Pohang Jukdo Market
Pohang Jukdo Market
Yeongdeok Ganggu Port Snow Crab Street
Yeongdeok Ganggu Port Snow Crab Street
Punggi Ginseng Market
Punggi Ginseng Market
Andong Old Market Jjimdak Alley
Andong Old Market Jjimdak Alley
The original Andong Jjimdak alley. It features a soy sauce base with plenty of glass noodles, and you can freely adjust the spiciness and add extra noodles.
Hwangnam Bread Main Branch
Hwangnam Bread Main Store
Gyeongju's representative specialty bread filled with red bean paste. At the main branch, you can watch the baking process and purchase individual pieces, making it a great place to try.
Pohang Jukdo Market
Pohang Jukdo Market
The largest fish market on the East Coast. Gwamegi (winter) and mulhoe (summer) are the signature dishes, and the sashimi alley is structured so that you haggle over the price and then move to a table setting restaurant.
Yeongdeok Ganggu Port Snow Crab Street
Yeongdeok Ganggu Port Snow Crab Street
A street lined with restaurants specializing in Yeongdeok snow crabs along the harbor. Visit during the peak season (November to April) to ensure the crabs are plump and meaty, and compare prices per kilogram at two or three shops before making your selection.
Punggi Ginseng Market
Punggi Ginseng Market
A specialized ginseng market in Punggi, Yeongju. Direct sales of fresh and red ginseng are the main focus, and there are also food items such as fried ginseng and ginseng makgeolli.
