text: This incomparable activity which I hold in such high regard is simply known as department store shopping. Groceries, household goods, clothing, these Korean one-stop shops satiate all my needs.
  There are a few renowned department stores here that are ubiquitous throughout the country, certainly in every mid to major city. Home Plus, E-mart, Lotte Mart and Shinsegae. The last two I never frequent, as Lotte Mart isn’t near me and Shinsegae is a bit more expensive.
  Home Plus and E-mart however, are two discount chains which I have the fortune of living in close proximity to. Jackpot! The former was a subsidiary of Tesco (multinational British retailer) until 2015, while E-mart holds claim to being Korea’s first discount retailer, with Shinsegae as its parent company.
  Both stores boast multiple floors with grocery, clothing, electronics, home supplies, sporting goods, etc. and are an absolute joy to shop in. Simply put, you have everything you need in one location and the prices are good! That’s all anyone ever asks for when they shop. At least I do.
  Another aspect of each that struck me at first was the amount of English labeling on the products. This is extremely helpful, particularly with groceries in the beginning, and makes the shopping much easier. I guess it’s less surprising though once you realize how many of the products being sold are actually from western companies.
  Many bathroom supplies, toiletries, and snacks I’d buy at home are available to me here. Overall, it’s a very pleasant and relatable shopping experience.
  Now there are instances when you can’t find everything at Home Plus and E-mart. Particular brands of protein powder, OTC medication, and other health supplements may not be as widely available at either. This is when you turn to online shopping at G-market or iHerb.
  Whatever you can’t find in these stores, you are just about 99% sure to find at these and more. G-market is like eBay in the sense where personal sellers have created their own online stores and distribute products throughout Korea.
  iHerb on the other hand actually operates in several countries and is a retailer of an array of products from cooking spices to health supplements. They great thing they share in common is how quickly they deliver!
  Shopping in Korea is one of the easier parts of life here because there is nothing you can’t find. The stores are modern and have new products popping up on the shelves constantly. Quite frankly, it’s just an exciting adventure to go on every time whether in person or behind the computer screen.
  By rttglobal on October 17, 2016 / Advice for Living Abroad, Teach in Korea, Teachers Abroad / Leave a comment
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  These Paleo Whole30 Barbecue Meatballs are made in the Instant Pot which makes the quick and juicy. They are cooked in a homemade barbecue sauce that is flavorful and easy. Gluten free, dairy free, nut free, egg free, and low FODMAP.
  I realize this looks like meatballs and marinara, but that’s because the sauce is homemade so It’s probably not as thin as traditional sauce. These cook for only 9 minutes!! Yes, there is some more time involved in mixing and rolling them, but it’s not bad.
  I needed to come up with a low FODMAP barbecue sauce since store bought is not an option. I used pineapple juice as a sweetener and it worked great. It’s not overly sweet and it has a nice tang. Of course garlic oil for flavor as always. It comes together quick and I will definitely be making it for more recipes. You can make this ahead and store it in the fridge so it’s ready on the night you make these, making them super quick!
  Meatballs usually have a egg and some almond flour in them, but I know a lot of people are egg free or nut free so I wanted to make these doable for everyone. I use some grass-fed gelatin as a binder. Just sprinkle it evenly over the meat and mix well and it really helps hold them together. Some barbecue sauce and coconut aminos are added for moisture and flavor. If you don’t have gelatin and don’t have a nut or egg sensitivity then you can use 1 egg and 1/4 cup almond flour in the meat.
  I made these twice in the same week to try out different meats. The first time I used ground turkey (pictured) and I thought they tasted great, but my husband thought they were a little dry. I made them again with beef and he liked those way more. So it’s personal preference what meat you use, either will work! I served them over Whole30 mashed potatoes which I highly recommend and some air fried green beans. A total comfort food meal!