Korean food, halal, vegan, restaurants, ordering, and tipping.
Korean food, halal, vegan, restaurants, ordering, and tipping.
Use the KTO Muslim-friendly travel pages rather than random map labels when planning meals. Learn the four KTO categories so you can distinguish full halal certainty from partial accommodation.
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Not every dish is spicy, but many are boldly seasoned, so ask for non-spicy or mild options when needed. Some meals are designed for sharing, but plenty of soups, noodles, rice bowls, and set meals work well for one person.
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Vegan and vegetarian travel is possible in Korea, especially in Seoul and other major cities, but preplanning helps a lot. Use map apps, saved restaurant lists, and translation tools before mealtimes rather than searching while hungry.
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