North Gyeongsang
안동Andong
The heartland of Confucian Korea keeps old ways at the table: soy-braised chicken, salted mackerel and a strong traditional soju.
Getting there About 2 hours from Cheongnyangni Station by KTX-Eum.
Signature dishes
Braises & stir-fries
안동찜닭Andong-jjimdak
Soy-braised chicken with glass noodles, potatoes and dried chillies, born in Andong's old market.
Chicken
Grill & fried
고등어구이Godeungeo-gui
Salted mackerel grilled until the skin crackles, a home-style set meal.
Seafood
Sweets, tea & drinks
소주Soju
Korea's clear spirit, poured in small shots to share. Pour for others, never for yourself.
Alcohol
Also look for
- 간고등어 Gan-godeungeo, salted mackerel
- 헛제삿밥 Heotjesatbap, ritual-table bibimbap