Korean “Sambok”: The Three Hottest Days of Summer and How to Survive Them Like a Local

If you’re living in Korea or just visiting during July and August, you might be surprised to find certain restaurants suddenly packed and conversation turning toward special dates called “Chobok,” “Jungbok,” and “Malbok.” These are more than just random days—they mark Sambok (삼복), a unique Korean tradition for coping with the hottest time of the … Read more