SEOUL · SOUTH KOREA

Far from the buzz of Myeongdong and Gangnam’s neon lights, Seoul unveils its most intimate side in Bukchon, where traditional hanoks become sanctuaries of reflection and sophistication. In one of these century-old, beautifully restored houses lies Nu Restaurant, a temple of contemporary Korean haute cuisine. Here, the deep flavors of jang, sesame, and the sea are elevated into edible art through a tasting menu that honors culinary heritage with modern grace. Surrounded by zen gardens and fragrant wooden walls, the experience becomes a quiet dialogue between past and present—reserved for those who seek the extraordinary.