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[HanCinema's Digest] Culture Corner

Time Out has some unique dating places to try in Seoul, The Guardian looks at pornography in North Korea, dogs are being rescued from being eaten, and Eat Your Kimchi explains Korean beauty products.

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"6 unique date places in Seoul"

K-drama fans have seen countless hotspots around South Korea that make for picturesque dates. And the wonderful thing about Seoul is that there really are so many places around town that appeal to romantics of all creeds. Time Out shares their list of places to consider if you're trying to find love in Seoul.

…READ ON TIME OUT

"Ask a North Korean: can you get hold of pornography?"

Can you find pornography in North Korea? What does a North Korean sex education class look like? "If you ever came across one, they're most likely to have been smuggled and distributed on the black market. It's not like in America or South Korea, where you can go buy this month's Playboy at your nearest bookstore. In the North, the government simply don't allow it".

…READ ON THE GUARDIAN

"Dogs rescued from South Korean meat farm remain shy and afraid"
I spent nearly five years in South Korea, and while I absolute loved it, animal rights was something that I struggled to accept. From what I saw, dogs were either handbag-sized accessories or street mutts that were not looked after. Happily, that attitude is changing: "Dog meat has long been a delicacy in Korea. But a cultural shift has begun to discourage the practice".

…READ ON LOS ANGELES TIMES

"Understanding Korean Beauty Products"

The Eat Your Kimchi crew gives us a breakdown of Korean cosmetics and beauty products for those who are as confused as I am. Korea's beauty industry is big business both at home and away, so find out what all the fuss is about and put your best face forward!

…READ ON EYK

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