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Jan 29, 20181 min read

Drinking Vessel Crafted from the Body of a Squid - Jumunjin, South Korea

Updated: Dec 4, 2018

A most unusual find at the market today ㅡ this curio is an "O-jeok-byeong" #오적병(五賊甁 ), a drinking vessel made with the body of a squid.


By what process are cephalopods transformed into these "healthful" drinking vessels? (Hoping to follow-up on this angle.)

I've been told the o-jeok byeong is an ideal gift for fans of the green-bottle spirit.


To enjoy soju from this cup, the spirit should be poured into and allowed to sit in it for a few minutes to become infused with the aminos and flavors of the squid. After drinking its contents, repeat the process a few more times before eating the vessel itself as anju (it can be enjoyed as is or grilled).


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"If you’re twenty-two, physically fit, hungry to learn and be better, I urge you to travel - as far and as widely as possible. Sleep on floors if you have to. Find out how other people live and eat and cook. Learn from them - wherever you go."

Anthony Bourdain's unmatched relish for adventure and humble approach to food, cultures, and humanity left an indelible impression on my younger self. Imparting on me the courage to veer into the unknown, he inspired me to embrace my vulnerabilities and seek adventures and growth beyond the comforts of home.

 

In July of 2017, I boarded a one-way flight to Seoul, South Korea. Within the first week of arrival, I signed a lease for an apartment and by the end of August, I had accepted a job offer that relocated me to Pyeongchang and Gangneung, where the Winter Olympics were soon to be held. From there, I had the rare opportunity to explore much of the greater Gangwon Province's beautiful mountainous and coastal regions and their distinctive foods. Once or twice a month, I'd return to Seoul or travel to an unfamiliar region to poke around alleyways, markets, and mountains in search of more good eats and adventures.

 

By Way of Korea is a storytelling project inspired by the food, places, and faces I encountered throughout Korea. By sharing my fondest memories, notes, and images of Korea, I simply hope to play a small part in piquing greater curiosity about Korean food and culture in my readers.  My content will heavily spotlight, but not be limited to Korean food and culture. 

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