• Food and wine

The other KFC: How Korea created one of the world’s greatest fast foods

Korean chicken is an adaptation of classic American fried chicken, though with a unique cooking method that results in a shatter-crisp skin and juicy interior.

• Ben Groundwater

• Seoul

The next Japan: The hot new destination Aussies are flocking to

The number of Australians flocking to this exciting Asian country has surged 35 per cent compared to before the pandemic.

• Chris Tharp

• ★★★★
• Train journeys

First class is a bargain on this modern bullet train

If you’re a fan of Japan’s bullet trains, you’ll love exploring South Korea on board its version.

• Kristie Kellahan

• ★★★★½
• Airline reviews

Airline review: Rare jumbo jet’s economy class feels more like premium

I can’t remember the last time I wanted a flight in economy to last a bit longer.

• Kristie Kellahan

• Air travel

Airfares dropping as Aussies flock overseas to surprising destinations

The number of Australians travelling overseas has surpassed pre-pandemic levels for the first time, with some surprising countries experiencing booms in Aussie visitors.

• Sue Williams

• Culture holidays

A Netflix-famous monk is taking on a nation of meat lovers

Can meatless menus work in a country known for bulgogi beef and fried chicken? Jeong Kwan, a Seon Buddhist nun and chef, thinks so.

• Kristie Kellahan

• Food and wine

This now-global food is one of the world’s greatest side dishes

It’s a huge honour for a country to create a food that goes global and this one is good for you too.