Potato's Travel Diary

Almost anywhere you go in the world has it's very own recipes and dishes featuring chicken in some way, shape, or form. The US is no exception! One thing that can be said for the American cuisine is that is is made up of dishes that are based off of a lot of other cultures. All over the Us you can find Italian, Chinese, German, Japanese, Indian, Korean, British cuisines and many many more, but it we are also known for dishes or variations that originated in America! It can sometimes be difficult to find dishes that originated in the US. Because there is such a widespread culture in cuisine, even if something was created in America, is was likely curated from a dish that is similar to that in another part of the world. Here is a look at some of the chicken dishes that were created in America and are most popular! Chicken Pot Pie Although this dish can be traced back to its origins in Greece, where ingredients were places in an open pastry shell and baked, the Pot ...

< Aquafield Goyang Spa and Sauna Experience >  Located inside the Starfield Mall in Goyang, is the tranquil bliss known as Aquafield Spa and Sauna. Both locals and travelers alike come here to experience absolute relaxation in this high end facility. If you are looking for a clean and comfortable place to unwind and relax, consider visiting the Aquafield Spa.  Aquafield Spa has a variety of different pools and saunas for guests to enjoy as well as an outdoor foot spa with a wonderful view and a rooftop pool for guests to enjoy seasonally.  Source: KKday Source: KKday This facility offers gender separated changing rooms and baths, as well as designated areas for families/children, food and beverage, and overnight stays. Upon entrance to the Spa, boys and girls will go to their prospective locker rooms to receive their spa clothes to wear while there. Lockers are provided to store your belongings while in the spa. and You will receive a bra...

< Thanks Nature Cafe > Right in the heart of downtown Hongdae, Seoul, there is this adorable little cafe that serves a variety of delicious coffee drinks and desserts in a welcoming atmosphere with natural plants, twinkly lights, adorable decor, and.... SHEEP! That's right, Hongdae has its very own Sheep Cafe where you can interact with two lovely sheep named Tom and Jerry. Downtown in a bustling city is the last place you would think to find sheep, but they seem to be very content with their current setup and lots of adoring fans! Customers are asked to purchase food/drink items first before heading out to the sheep pen, but there is no order minimum, and the prices are relatively fair! Item menus include both hot and iced coffee and tea beverages, desert items like honey bread, bingsu, decadent homemade waffles, and so much more! Once you have placed your order, you are allowed to play with and interact with the sheep all you want. We recommended that you tr...

Photo from KKDAY < Custom Valentine 's Day Ring Making Experience > Looking for a great last minute Valentine's Day gift idea? Look no further <3 Take your sweetheart to a Custom Ring Making Class in Hongdae or Myeongdong with Ring University! Create your own custom sterling silver rings with the help of a professional instructor, and have a unique way to remember your Valentine's day in Seoul! Here is what your class will look like - ❥ Choose your favorite ring model from the selection of samples ❥ Measure your ring size ❥ Carve your own designs and choose words, patterns, or even your birthstone. ❥ Shape the ring yourself using tools and guidance that the university provides ❥ Weld the ring yourself ❥ Mold and shape the ring to your desired design and texture ❥ Polish the ring to make it shine ❥ Take it home in a lovely ring box provided by Ring University (or wear your new masterpiece!) What better way t...

Fried chicken culture in South Korea is absolutely massive! It is not unusual for you to find dozens of chicken restaurants in any given area, and there are roughly around 50,000 chicken restaurants in the country! This huge boom is a relatively new one, in fact it developed around 20 years ago during the Asian financial crisis. When many men were laid off and without jobs, they all decided to start opening chicken restaurants as a way to make income.  It is believed that this trend came from the fact that opening a chicken restaurant had relatively low overhead costs, and you didn't need to have a culinary background or even know how to cook to get by. It was an easy thing for a lot of people to jump on board with. So now all of a sudden there are these chicken restaurants opening, and people needing jobs and people also needing to eat. Here is where the chicken craze begins. The first thing that may come to mind when you think "fried chicken" may be thos...

< NAMSAN  SEOUL TOWER TICKETS>  With Valentine's Day right around the corner, take a trip up to N Seoul Tower to leave your very own love lock for all to see! Spread the love this valentines day and treat your sweetheart to a romantic date  <3  Marvel at the breathtaking views of Seoul and Namsan Hill from the communication and observation tower. Go up nearly 500 meters to the the N Seoul Tower Observatory and take Instagram-worthy 360 degree shots of the city. At night, see Seoul li t up and laid out below you. On the trek up to the tower, join hundreds of other star crossed lovers and add a love lock to the displays on the Roof Terrace. What a unique and romantic valentines day treat to spend with the one you love. Don't forget to visit the Love Padlock Garden and take a photo in the Love Chair while you are there! Locks can be purchased at the tower if you don't bring your own with you. All that walking, loving, and sightseein...