Songjeong Beach Makguksu in Gangneung
Dessert first, then off for a proper meal at Songjeong Haebyeon Makguksu. Why makguksu? Well, we were in Gangwon-do, and tofu was already on the menu for the next day, so this was the pick. And you know what, …
Dessert first, then off for a proper meal at Songjeong Haebyeon Makguksu. Why makguksu? Well, we were in Gangwon-do, and tofu was already on the menu for the next day, so this was the pick. And you know what, …
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