Thanksgiving is fast approaching here in the states, but did you know that Korea celebrates its own harvest holiday? Called Chuseok in Korean, this holiday falls on the 15th day of the 8th month of the lunar calendar — September… Read More
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Make Delicious Korean Bibimbap from Home
Bibimbap is a tasty Korean dish that literally translates to “mixed rice”. The dish consists of a large bowl of rice topped with an array of vegetables and beef, and served with Korea’s favorite seasoned red chili paste, gochujang. Bibimbap… Read More
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The Value of Having Truly Fresh Produce
When it comes to eating healthy, you can never be too careful. Most people understand that eating fresh foods is “better” for them, but why is that exactly? In addition to eating healthier, fresh produce can help boost your immune… Read More
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The Best Korean Snacks You Must Try This Halloween
While Halloween is mostly a western phenomenon, the spooky holiday is increasingly finding its way into other parts of the world. And no Halloween celebration is truly complete without an opportunity to binge on all the tastiest of treats. Here… Read More
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Secrets to Shopping at an Asian Market
While your local supermarket might have its own international aisle, nothing quite beats the variety, price and freshness you can get by visiting an Asian market. If you’re planning to try some of your own favorite Asian dishes at home,… Read More
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Don’t Miss the Grand Opening for our Rockville Location – October 14th!
Lotte Plaza Market is proud to announce the grand opening of our new Rockville location this coming Friday, October 14th 2016! As the premier Korean and Asian grocery supplier in the Maryland and Virginia region, Lotte Plaza Market’s goal is… Read More
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Foods that Help Prevent Breast Cancer for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
The National Breast Cancer Foundation recognizes October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual campaign help increase awareness of the disease. Our dietary choices can make a huge impact on the potential risk of breast cancer and other similar diseases…. Read More
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Chè, the Delicious Vietnamese Dessert
Although Vietnamese cuisine is thought of as one of the healthiest in the world, they aren’t without their own delectable sweet treats. The most well-known of which, Chè, involves a wide variety of sweet beverages/puddings that often incorporate fruit, glutinous… Read More
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The Origins of Kimchi
As Korea’s national dish, Kimchi is one of Korea’s most iconic foods, but how did this healthy and delicious fermented dish originate? Let’s take a journey through time to find out.
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How to Make the Perfect Sticky Rice
Do you love the sticky, glutinous rice you get at a restaurant, but aren’t sure how to make it yourself? The key is in buying the right kind of rice and cooking it correctly. Here’s how you can make delicious… Read More