We are pleased to announce that Seoul’s leading purveyor of fine cigars  cigar accessories, Maska’s, has joined AroundSeoulCard as a Gold Merchant.  AroundSeoulCard holders (and Eat-A-One cardholders) can receive 10% off all purchases at Maska’s.  

If you are looking for fine cigars, or gifts for a cigar smoker in your life, head to Maska’s at the Marriott Hotel and don’t forget to bring your card for a valuable 10% discount!

As you may have noticed, we are currently rebranding Eat-A-One.  The new name is the AroundSeoulCard.  We feel this new, broader more inclusive name will help us find our members a wider range of discounts than before.  We are currently looking for new member merchants offering authentic food, unique products and excellent services around the city.  If you have any recommendations, please do not hesitate to contact us at eataone@gmail.com, or at seoulcard@gmail.com.  Also, please check out our general info site, AroundSeoul.com

And please note, your current membership cards will be honored until the date of expiry on the back.  Stay tuned for further info here and via emails!

For those of you who have been on vacation or keeping warm in your apartments during the Korean winter,  central Itaewon is undergoing a bit of “mallification”.

The first floor of the old Burger King, whose second floor morphed into a Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf outlet last summer, is now host to a Quizno’s sub shop and a Cold Stone Creamery.   Meanwhile, across the street, the Hard Rock has partially opened.  T-shirts are available, but no burgers yet.

The Cold Stone Creamery might be an ideal dessert after having an authentic delicious meal at one of the many Eat*-A-One member restaurants…..

Cafe T8 , a wonderful little cafe in Kyongnidang (Itaewon-2-dong) has joined Eat*-A-One as a Gold Merchant. Eat*-A-One members and one guest can enjoy 10% off all meals and beverages at CafeT8. Authentic espressos, cappuccinos and other caffeinated creations made with Illy coffee accompany freshly made sandwiches. My personal favorite, the Tofu Sandwich is highly recommended. Wine and imported beers are also available.

Kabinett, Itaewon’s first and only authentic wine bar, has joined as a Gold Member merchant of Eat*-A-One. Enjoy an amazing selection of wines in a casual yet sophisticated atmosphere. To accompany your wine, a fine selection of entrees, appetizers, and after-dinner plates are available. Eat*-A-One members receive 10% off all wine and food at Kabinett.

The Orange King, inspired by the famous Seattle restaurant of the same name, has joined Eat*-A-One as a Gold Merchant.  Eat*-A-One members and one guest can enjoy 10% off all meals, seven days a week, at Orange King.  The menu is faithful to its Seattle cousin, Teriyaki, Hamburgers, Steaks, and Barbecue in a sophisticated, yet casual environment.

Expat web designer Jared Mitchell is offering Eat*-A-One members a free one-time consultation on website design.  If you or your organization is in need of advice or help on your websites, you can contact Jared at the following address, jared@ecominsites.com.  More info at the following  www.ecominsites.com.

Gold merchant  CasaLoca has begun to feature live Mariachi Band music at both locations.  In addition to the 15% discount, you can enjoy authentic Mexican music at their Yeoido Branch at both lunch and dinner, Tuesday to Thursday, and at their Apkujeong branch, Friday through Saturday.

Announcing a very generous offer from gold merchant Italonia is offering Eat*-A-One Members 50% off all meals during the month of July. Note that this offer is good only for individual Eat*-A-One Cardholders. Italonia is a good place to avoid the rain as they have onsite parking, conveniently located in the Lexus building near Noksapyeong. If you visit Italonia maybe twice this month, you will most likely pay for your year-long membership!

This month, we have a new gold merchant, La Plancha, where you can enjoy the finest in roasted meats, tapas, paella, as well as a great weekend brunch. Eat*-A-One members and 1 guest can enjoy 10% off their meals lunch, dinner, and
brunch, 7 days a week.