It is no longer the rebellious RVLT of old. Revolution has matured gracefully, just like many of us who have been following Ian's journey all these years.
Some dining experiences are worth the effort, and Sek Tong Gai is certainly one of them.
Shao continues to be one of those places I am always happy to return to whenever a proper Teochew feast is in order.
Some restaurants serve good food. A rare few become part of your family's story. Wing Seong Fatty's belongs firmly in the latter.
In a dining scene where many restaurants chase trends, Man Fu Yuan's refreshed menu feels refreshingly grounded.
Manbae Arirang specialises in bossam, where pork belly is slowly simmered until incredibly tender.
Nothing felt overly complicated or designed for social media. It was simply honest Korean food prepared with care.
We walked into Jangeo Sidae (장어시대) near Namdaemun Market expecting a simple grilled eel lunch.
No visit to Busan feels complete without a bowl of dwaeji gukbap, and for many locals, Jeongjitgan (정짓간) is one of the best places to have it.
Corduroy Fellaz is not just one of the best cocktail bars in Busan. It is one of the most thoughtful and inspiring bar experiences I've had anywhere.
We ended our day in Busan with dinner at 부산선옥 (Busan Seonok), a popular Korean BBQ restaurant known for its Jirisan Black Pork and generous spread of homemade banchan.