Water and simple cooking
From hot water and basic cooking
On the day of arrival, start with hot water before cooking. Begin with an electric kettle.
I quickly run out of containers to put leftover side dishes in.
After just one grocery shopping trip, the amount of side dishes increases quickly. If you store them in square containers with tight-fitting lids, you can neatly stack leftovers without worrying about refrigerator odors.
Lock & Lock BisFree Modular Square Airtight Container, 1 Pack, 4 Pieces
- ✓It does not leak even when placed on its side filled with kimchi or broth.
- ✓The container remains intact even if you heat the side dishes as is.
- ✓They are the same size, so they stack in the refrigerator like Lego.
Lock & Lock Top Class Rectangular Airtight Containers, 6 Pieces, 1L
6 x 1L rectangular containers, great for soups and stews
Comet Domestically Produced BPA-Free Airtight Container 10-Pack Set, 1 Set, 2 x 400ml + 4 x 600ml + 2 x 900ml + 2 x 1300ml
10 Sets by Size at Once (Organize the Entire Refrigerator)
If you put kimchi in a plastic container, it absorbs color and smell.
If you put kimchi in plastic containers, the red liquid seeps in and the smell lingers, making you reluctant to put other side dishes in them. Stainless steel containers do not absorb color or odor, so you can even put seasoned vegetables in the same container the next day after emptying the kimchi.
Casabeni Polish-Free Stainless Steel Kimchi Container, 2.8L, 1 Piece
- ✓Even after emptying the kimchi, no red liquid or smell remains.
- ✓It comes without abrasives, so you just need to wash it and use it right away.
I don't have a gas stove, so I can't boil anything.
Many studio apartments in Korea are induction-only or have no burners at all. If you place a slim single-burner stove on the sink, you can cook ramen, stew, and even fried eggs all in one day.
Tefal Everyday Slim 1-Burner Induction Range, IH2108, Standard Type
- ✓It fits perfectly in the narrow space above the sink.
- ✓I feel safe even in my studio apartment because there are no flames.
- ✓The heat is strong, so the water boils quickly.
Cuchen Slim 1-Burner Induction Cooktop, CEO-F160, Standard Type
Domestic brand single outlet (button type)
Magic Chef Mini Induction Cooker Electric Pot, MER-IR600W
Mini cooker with attached pot (for 1 person)
There are knife marks on the cutting board, so I'm worried about germs.
Cutting boards with knife marks retain moisture and odors in the crevices, leaving a lingering unpleasant feeling no matter how much you wash them. This cutting board does not easily get knife marks, and its surface remains smooth, making it easy to maintain.
Dobble Score-Resistant Antibacterial Cutting Board, Salmon, 1 Piece
- ✓It doesn't leave marks easily even when sliced with a knife.
- ✓The surface is moderately firm, so materials do not slide.
Angel Cook Multi-purpose Double-sided Stainless Steel Cutting Board, Mixed Colors, 1 Piece
Water-resistant double-sided stainless steel cutting board
Dobble Knife-Scar Resistant Cutting Board Set, 1 Set, Large Cutting Board Burgundy + Medium Dried Rose + Small Salmon + Stand
Large, medium, and small sets for sharing meat and vegetables
I want to get a discount for using a tumbler at the cafe and also get some water.
Korean cafes give you a discount of a few hundred won if you bring your own tumbler. With just one insulated tumbler, you can save on coffee costs and carry water with you.
Lock & Lock Metro Mug Tumbler, Old Town Ivory, 600ml, 1 piece
- ✓The coffee poured in the morning stays warm until the afternoon.
- ✓Ice water stays cold even after a day.
- ✓It has a handle, so I carry it around without a bag.
Glasslock Sporty Handle Tumbler, Beige, 350ml, 1 piece
Lightweight handle type 350ml (fits perfectly in a bag)
I didn't bring any cutlery or dishes.
There isn't even a single set of cutlery in the empty room. With just one 4-person set, I can set the table right away, whether I'm eating alone or a friend comes over.
Snail Living Cuisine de Maman Pure 4-Person Cutlery Set, Cream White + Brown + Pink + Gray, 4 Spoons + 4 Chopsticks, 1 Set
- ✓The colors are different, so I can pick my spoon at a glance.
- ✓The weight is just right, making it comfortable to hold and easy to eat.
Bane Cutlery Silent Portable Lunch Cutlery + Cutlery Case Set, Green, Spoon + Chopsticks + Cutlery Case, 1 Set
Portable lunch spoons that even come with a case
Maison Objet Cier Parve 1-Person Set, White, Spoon + Chopsticks + Fork + Knife, 1 Set
A full set for one, including a fork and knife
It is a hassle to cook fresh rice every time.
Living in Korea, where rice is the staple food, having a rice cooker makes meals incredibly convenient. Once you cook a batch and keep it warm, you can enjoy warm rice for several days.
Cuckoo Electric Egg Rice Cooker 6-Serving Size, CR-0675FW
- ✓Even if you live alone, it seats 6 people, so it's spacious enough when guests come over.
- ✓The rice doesn't dry out even if kept warm for two days.
Cuchen Mycom Creamy Mini Rice Cooker 3-4 Servings, CJE-CD0302, WHITE
Mini 3-4 person size, perfect for 1-2 people
<26 Years Latest Model> Pochen 5-Minute Scorched Rice Cast Iron Pressure Rice Cooker 1.6L Wooden Full Set 3~4 Servings PNR-C1600, PNR-C1600/3~4 Servings(1.6L)
Mini pressure rice cooker that even makes scorched rice
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