December 2011 Daegu Compass by The Daegu Compass

HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM EVERYONE AT THE DAEGU COMPASS

December 2011

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p6 - Liberating Her Stories p28 - Sobaeksan National Park

seful information p34 - Perfect Smile p39 - Daegu Bank Seong-seo p42 - How to Photoshop p54 - Bright Smile p57 - Event Calendar p76 - Bar and Club guide p80 - Hotel Guide

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Novotel Inter-burgo Exco Inter-burgo Manchon Daegu Grand Hotel +more coming soon

Thursday Party 1 & 2 Greeks Kebabs Traveler’s Bar & Grill CHAMPS Sports Bar Mies (both locations) Go Go Vinyl Who’s Bob Bennigans Maldives Caliente club JEEEP Blue Ketchup The Holy Grill Take-out

Pohang Tilt Bar and Grill

Busan All Thursday Party bars

Incheon Airport Visitor Desks

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Around Daegu Camp Walker Camp Henry Camp Carroll Hami Mami’s Holy Grill Take-out Sangin Hagwons Universities All Public Schools +More

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Editor’s Notes Hi Daegu, This is the nineth issue of the Daegu Compass. We’d like to wish everyone Happy Holidays! Please remember to party responsibly. There are many different art events and New Year’s Eve parties this month. Plus, NANTA makes another Daegu appearance! Also, we are helping you with your Christmas dinner with delivering slow roasted Turkeys to you and your friends! We want to thank our Sponsors and ask you to contribute. The Compass still needs a lot of work and with your help, we can create awesomeness. Please email me: yuri@daegucompass.com Thanks, Yuri Lee and the Daegu Compass team

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Jimi Cusick Assistant Editor Creative Director Scott McLaughlin Wontak Lee Graphic Designers Scott McLaughlin Whitney Dalton

Translation Director Translators Bosun Kim,

Bosun Kim

Mina, Ha Miyong, Yujeong Lee, Jinil Kim, Suhyun Lee

Writers and Photographers Aygul Sarvarova, Britney McSweeney, Catherine Stark, Chanel Barlow, Daegu’s Time to Give, Dyren Adams, Eric Gayle, Fuzz Chucas, Gary Lynn, Glenn Lane, Greg Laychak, Hannah Starner, Ivan Broida, Jennifer Sanasie, Jeremy Taylor, Jimi Cusick, Lee Flory, Lu Johnson, Robert Dalton, Robert Williams, Sanita Saengvilay, Scott McLaughlin, SCS, Suhee Yang, urbanEVENTS, Vacquer Richard, Van Hammersly, Whitney Dalton

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LIBERATING HER STORIES

The House of Sharing is both a museum and home to former “Comfort Women” - survivors of sexual slavery at the hands of the Japanese military during the Asia-Pacific War (1932-1945). The House of Sharing is the world’s first human rights museum centred on the theme of sexual slavery. The museum opened on August 14th, 1998 to record Japanese war crimes, to restore the honor of the victims and to function as a place of historical education. ~www.houseofsharing.org

한풀이: Liberating Her Stories Interview by Scott McLaughlin / Photos by Greg Laychak

There are so many causes out there in the world today. Some people make it a habit of joining a cause without ever really understanding what it represents or means. Then there are the truly special people who embrace the opportunity to be part of something special and significant. Devoting much of their time to understanding and then sharing the message with others. I had the priviledge

of meeting and interviewing one such individual. A fellow photographer and artist, Greg Laychak. He is participating in an art exhibition in Seoul that will take place from December 10 -16th. Alongside other artists, the images depict the ongoing struggle to raise awareness for the surviving “Comfort Women” of the Japanese military occupation during the Asia-Pacific War.

Also, the exhibition will highlight international artists who are also working to end human trafficking, sexual slavery and violence against women. Greg lives in Daegu and has been honing his craft for many years. If you are planning a trip up to Seoul for some holiday shopping, be sure to check out the exhibition. Here are some sample photos. Thanks Greg, keep up the good work!

How did you get invovled in the project?

invited me to the funeral of Kim Sun Ak, a former sex slave of the Japanese army, I learned how few of these women were left, and importantly, how quickly they were passing away. At the time, Kim Sun Ak left 87 registered women in South Korea who had shared a similar fate. Now, almost two years later, fewer than 70 remain alive. In Kyeongsangbuk-do that number went from 11 to seven in the same time period. I began meeting with them, researching their histories (both personal and in a larger historical context), and

photographing them.

In December 2009, I met six of the eleven registered former Japanese “comfort women” of North Kyeongsang Province, South Korea at a fundraiser held in their honor. I was there because I was interested in finding a way to photograph their stories, but I had no access and only a vague idea of how to visually represent the issue. In the new year, the Daegu Citizen’s Forum (an organization representing the victim-survivors) 6

What did you learn during the project that you didn’t know before? I found that while their personal tragic histories are well documented, there is little material about how they are living today. The victim-survivors themselves seem to have been lost in the collective memory, which is one of a few ethno-nationalist tools being used in an ongoing political battle against Japan. I also became interested in

LIBERATING HER STORIES

the theme of identity as it relates to the former â&#x20AC;&#x153;comfort womenâ&#x20AC;?. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s arguable that many victimsurvivors have never had claim over their own identities. Poor, unmarried daughters in Korea during the occupation had no social standing (and were even sold by their parents in many cases). As sexual slaves, their identity was again stripped away. Upon their return home they were forced to hide the pain of their experience or be shamed again in their own

society. And now, finally, as their cause is taken up by the Korean activist-machine, their identities are being lost in a nationalist narrative against Japan. My work tries to reflect this by eliminating faces, with one exception: a picture of a victim-survivor dressed in a hanbok looking in a mirror and a small Korean flag barely noticeable in the corner. The picture is my favorite because it summarizes the message of Fading Voices in a single frame.

Since this is an issue many older women still have to live with, how did you approach them to make them feel comfortable while taking their pictures? With some subjects it takes a long time to get them to feel comfortable, others not so long. The halmeoni were no exception. Some warmed up to me quickly, others to my partner who was also a big part of the project. A major factor was that I took three

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LIBERATING HER STORIES

months meeting and talking with most of the halmeoni before taking any pictures. They saw that I was not just taking their pictures and running, so they were very accepting of our presence. That

said, I couldn’t have gained any one’s trust without the help of the Daegu Citizen’s Forum. They committed a lot of time to introducing us and guiding our access to the women.

- For more information please visit : www.houseofsharing.org

What: Multi-Media Art Exhibition

Where: Café Anthracite (How to get

displaying works by both local and

there: Sangsu Station (Line 6), Exit 4. Go

international artists and performers

straight 500 meters. Turn left at 7-11.

centering on the themes of sexual

Take first right and walk past a pottery

slavery, human trafficking, and violence

café. Take first left and walk to the end

towards women.

of the block.

Date: Saturday, December 10 – Friday,

Email: info@houseofsharing.org

December 16 Time: Opening Night 7:00-10:00

Call for Artists for the House of Sharing’s Art Exhibition

LIBERATING HER STORIES The House of Sharing’s International Outreach Team works to raise awareness of the issue of Japanese military sexual slavery and to support the survivors in their on-going struggle for historical reconciliation and justice. The team is composed of both foreign and local volunteers who lead English tours at the House of Sharing and works to highlight the continuing crimes against humanity in the form of sexual violence during war that women and children across the world continue to experience. The multi-media art exhibition, “ 한풀이: Liberating Her Stories” will be held at Café Anthracite lo-

cated near Sangsu Station (line 6) from December 10, 2011 through December 16, 2011. This is an opportunity for both the Korean and International communities to further engage with the ‘Comfort women’ issue and to support the continuing fight for justice. Throughout the exhibition visitors will be able to attend film screenings and workshops dealing with issues of sexual slavery, human trafficking, and violence towards women. This week also coincides with 1,000 consecutive Wednesday Protest by surviving “Comfort Women” and their supporters that has been held in front of the Japanese Embassy since 1992.

The gravity of the survivors’ experiences as well as their continued fight for justice are not often easy to capture and respond to in simple words. We believe that art, in all its myriad forms, can provide multiple channels through which to express not only the personal narratives of the survivors and emotional responses of those hearing these, but also form expressions of protest against these horrific crimes. We hope that art can be a vehicle that will inform and educate as well as stimulate people into taking action in support of this cause.

PALGONG-SAN

By Whitney Dalton

It’s already December, the year’s end is fast approaching. Before it gets too cold to even step outside, why not take one last trip up Palgong Mountain to take in the beauty of our surroundings and think about the year to come and what adventures it may bring.

Mt. Palgong is a quick getaway filled with activities for families, couples, friends, or the solo hiker. The cable car can take you right to the top of this mountain for the best view of the city and access to a peaceful bit of nature, hard to find in the hustle and bustle of the year’s busiest season. The cable car itself is seven minutes long each way and costs 8,000W round trip for an adult or 5,000W for a child. If you only want a one-way ticket (as some people choose to hike up or down) it’s 5,000W adult price or 3,000W child. You

buy your tickets at the cable car station, where you can also pick up souvenirs or snacks. Souvenirs include traditional Korean jewelry boxes, key-chains with norigae (노리개- a Korean accessory typically worn on hanboks), pencil cases, and toys for children.

Typically on the weekends, especially in the popular months like October, November, March, and April, you can expect a long line to get on and off the cable car. It’s not too long though, maybe ten minutes to board, and then you’re off! Hopefully you can go on a clear day, without fog, and then you can see all of Daegu at your feet. I’m definitely thinking about going

Photos by Ivan Broida

on a snowy day, I’m sure the sight would be breath-taking and the cable car remains open during the snowy weather. Regardless of when you go, the scene is still amazing. Being up so high with the wind blowing around you and the tops of trees at your feet, it really makes you feel like you’re on top of the world. Make sure you’ve bundled up, and I do mean scarves, woolen hats, jackets, and layers, layers, layers because as soon as you step off the cable car you’ll notice the temperature has dropped a few degrees during the ascent. Visitors can check out the view through the binocular telescopes located around the first level. From here, the trails branch off to two different areas, the first being “Love Road.” Get yourself a set of lock and keys at the Mountain Blue restaurant (first level) for

PALGONG-SAN around 3,000W and prove your love to the Guardian Tiger. Stick your hands in his stone mouth and throw the keys into his belly, if your love is true… he won’t bite your hand off! Then take the lock and choose one of the love stations along the way to lock away a symbol of your relationship. Along the trail, there are many benches off the beaten path to rest and share a cup of hot chocolate or coffee. There is also a large wooden pavilion at the end of “Love Road” in case you want to share a picnic with your loved ones. For those seeking a little more adventure, take the second route. The “Mountain Shower Road” is

a thirty minute hike rumored to cleanse your soul with a shower of fresh air and energy from the many trees in the area. Thirty minutes was a little too long a trip for me, so you’ll have to feel this one out for yourself.

After all the walking in the blistery cold, many people head to Mountain Blue, a two-level restaurant located where you exited the cable cars. This restaurant has the honor of being the highest altitude restaurant in Daegu, but don’t worry the prices aren’t that high. Typically tourist spots are known for heavily upping their prices, but not so at Mountain Blue. The menu is large with many choices including traditional Korean dishes like dolsot bibimbap (8,000W 돌솥비빔밥 a mixed vegetables and hot rice dish) or western dishes like pizza and spaghetti.

We tried the bibimbap, made with fresh vegetables grown in the mountains, and their popular anju (안주 dishes eaten with alcoholic drinks) 삼겹두부김치 (sam-gyeop-doo-boo-kimchi 10,000W) a delicious dish with

soft tofu, rich kimchi and strips of pork belly. They also serve alcohol at Mountain Blue, although it’s not recommended to drink too much due to the dangers of being on a mountaintop. Their rice wine “dong dong ju” (5,000W 동동주) is similar to makeolli but with a fresher taste and they make their own alcohol from the fruit of the Chinese evergreen tree. So if you’re wanting to make the trip up to Palgong Mountain, remember that it’s getting colder so bundle up and wear a pair of solid sneakers. The last tickets are sold at 5:10 p.m. but the cable cars run for some time after that. Parking is free if you get there early, but if it’s packed you have to park next door at the hotel for 3,000W.

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Skin Food Shea Butter Hand Cream2,900W made with Shea Butter and easy to throw in your purse.

Assorted Face Masks900W-3,000W Each beauty store has different sizes and different purposes. You’re sure to find one to tickle your fancy somewhere!

Assorted Nailpolishes1,000W-5,000W you can find nailpolishes at all the stores but remember, crackle and glitter are all the rage right now! Plus they’re more fun.

Skin Food Lavender Bath Salt2,000W for those lucky enough to have a bath! This will relax your body and mind! The Saem Ally’s Ajell Blush in Peach- 5,000W this little blush packs a powerful punch and is perfect for your makeup pouch.

The FaceShop Lovely Lip Tint4,900W this lip tint in cherryade fits perfectly on your cellphone charm! DHC Eyeshadows5,000W for three. While you can’t pick which colors, this limited sale item is well worth it! They’re normally 6,000W a piece.

Nature Republic Red Clay Face Wash Sponge- 3,000W sure it looks a little strange but it helps prevent facial aggravation from scrubbing. It also makes your product last longer by adding more foam and adds a boost since it’s made from Red Clay. Also comes in Charcoal and plain white.

Etude House Missing U Hand Cream in Honey- 5,000W you can’t tell me these guys aren’t adorable! So stash a little mini pet in your purse and keep your hands nice and smooth this cold winter!

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CHAMPS BAR REVIEW

By: Ivan Broida

Photos by: Ivan Broida

Vintage black and white photos, screens everywhere, and sport jerseys on the wall welcome you to Champs, one of the newest bars in the downtown area, just across from Greeks. Of course, if you are looking for more traditional bar activities like darts, foosball tables and air hockey, you will also find them here. And you can drink as much as you usually do without it hurting your wallet, since Champs has “the lowest prices in the downtown area,” according to the managers of the pub. Champs is a sports bar so on Tuesdays they play NFL and NHL games on the dozen or so screens that fill the place. They also have a lot of concert DVDs so, whenever

a game is not on, they will take your requests. And on Fridays, starting at 5pm, the mike opens up for anyone who wishes to perform. Also on Fridays, from 10pm on the mike belongs to DJ Justin who plays his latest mixes. Do you have a band but can’t find a good place to practice? The guys over at Champs like the noise and are willing to let you use their drum set, keyboards and three amps while they are prepping the pub (usually between 2 and 5pm). Talk to the managers about reserving your spot. And then there’s the food. Champs recently started serving food and the menu is not as large as a regular restaurant’s but the

quality definitely makes up for the relative lack of options. You should definitely try the Jalapeño Poppers, a dish highly recommended by the chef. It is quite a simple dish: baconwrapped jalapeños filled with cream cheese and a hot chili sauce on the side. The crispy texture and fresh taste of the jalapeño blends well with the savoriness of the bacon and the softness of the cheese. The sauce just gives it that extra kick it needs to have it go from being a good dish to a great one. Another standout dish is the fish and chips. I’ve had fish and chips at other places but I have

CHAMPS BAR REVIEW never had a fish so meaty as the one I had at Champs. The generous serving of fish and heaping mound of chips are enough for one really hungry person or two slightly hungry people.

Jalapeno Poppers filled with cream cheese and wrapped in bacon make for a delicious and easy-to-eat bar food to accompany your beer. (Photo Courtesy: Ivan Broida)

I also tried the hamburger which comes with two cheeses, one being Reggiano which worked surprisingly well with the sweetness of the meat and the sauces. The meat was juicy and the buns are some of the best around (and they are an integral part of the burger). This dish also includes a large side of

homemade wedge fries. The chef made it a point to say that the ingredients are delivered fresh almost daily and the dishes are made from scratch. And donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget to ask for your free Champs membership card! It will save you 10% on anything and everything you buy at Champs.

ELYBADEN SPA

That’s SPAtastic! The Elybaden

facility in Sang-In is technically considered a “spa”, but after spending a day here it seems more like a giant, indoor amusement park. 23,000 Won will get you twelve hours of access to all the amenities in this huge, ultramodern complex. You can spend that time as leisurely or as balls-to-the- wall actively as you please. In either case, there is no way you will go home disappointed. Once you pay your entry fee you receive a locker key on a rubber bracelet. This bracelet will act as your wallet or pocketbook for the day. A sensor on it will open doors and turnstiles as well as let you charge any food, drinks or services

Written by Lee Flory / Photos submitted by Elybaden

you purchase. Head to the locker room and get a set of comfortable pajamas (jimjilbok); other than a swimsuit, these are the only clothes you may wear inside Elybaden. Make your way to your assigned locker. Now it is time to decide: pool, or everything else? If you choose to go poolside first, then put on your swimsuit and follow the signs. A series of hallways will take you to a hangar-sized pool area. The main pool is a gigantic oval. Its entire circumference is appointed with different kinds of water massage gadgetry;one could spend the entire day swimming from station to station, enjoying the unique benefits of each. With just the press of a button, water

jets might blast your back, or a whirlpool of bubbles might erupt under your feet, nearly sending you airborne. Some stations are fashioned like underwater seats, so that if you hold yourself in place using the adjacent handles a combination of jets target different parts of your body.If you dare, you can test out the supercharged showerheads located across from the main entrance. If you find them too intense, you might still be able to sucker a friend into standing underneath one and then nail them. Swim through a small tunnel at the far side of the pool and you will find yourself outdoors. The water out here acts like a riptide and will carry you around a big, looped track. Trying to swim against the current is a fun

ELYBADEN SPA challenge and great exercise, but once you tire yourself out, being taken away by the â&#x20AC;&#x153;tideâ&#x20AC;? is a pleasant sensation. There are three hot tubs in the pool area. One is attached to the main pool, so that you can crawl into the comfortable heat without getting out. Another is up a small flight of stairs. This one is cool because you can look out over the whole spread while you relax. The third hot tub, which is heart shaped, is next to the kiddie pool. This area offers plenty of goodies too, like water slides, and a small obstacle course. As much fun as there is to be had in the pool, it accounts for less than half of what you can do at Spa Elybaden. Once you change into your jimjilbok, head up to third

floor and prepare to lose yourself in a sea of options. The main room has a lineup of state of the art massage chairs and tables. For 2,000 Won you can plop yourself down in one and spend fifteen minutes

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If you need any kind of salon treatment, Elybaden has you covered. Manicures, pedicures, facials, and massages are all available. Manicures and pedicures cost between 10,000 and 50,000 Won. Facial treatments go from 20,000 to 70,000 and can last as long as an hour and a half. The strictly professional sports massages start

The third floor also has a food court. There is a noodle shop which has a nice array of ramyun and udon soups. There is a Chinese restaurant with all the standard fare like egg rolls and sweet and sour pork. If you want to keep it simple, then you can just go for fried chicken, kim-bap and beer. All the prices are fair; you won’t need to spend more than 10,000

ELYBADEN SPA Won on any individual meal. Surprisingly, there is also a decently sized movie theater in the same area as the food court and arcade. You can finish off your spa day with dinner and a movie without leaving the building! Spa Elybaden will blow your mind. With so much to do, there is no way not to have a blast. Whether you want to have a day to yourself, bring a date, or go with a bunch of your rowdy friends, good times are guaranteed. Don’t believe it? Then at least check out the Daegu Compass pool party which will be held there on December 17th. A bus will be leaving from Banwoldang exit 17 at 1pm and 2pm. The first 10 people to sign up at daegucompass.com/poolparty will get free entry, although donations are happily accepted. Happy Holidays The easiest way to get there is by car or taxi. If you want to keep travel expenses down, you can take the red line to the Sang-In stop and take a ten minute cab ride from there. Enjoy your spa day!

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24 HOUR THEATRE CHALLENGE and given a location and props to work with. Our talented and tireless writers will go home, write a ten minute play and submit it first thing in the morning. The morning of Saturday, December 17th the actors will meet and rehearse their pieces all day. That evening, we bring the finished product to the stage! The final product is a great, fun fueled 24 hours for the participants and an exciting, interesting and often unusual experience for the audience, who get to vote on their favorite play, actors and writers. To spice things up a little this year, actors will be able to sign up in groups of three or less, or individually. To gear up for the show, we will be presenting a little holiday magic in association with the Daegu Film Posse Monday, December 12th, at 10:30pm at Communes. Join us for a little holiday theatre and some classic holiday films! Written by Glenn Lane

The holidays in Daegu simply wouldn't be the holidays without staying up all night in a mad dash to meet a deadline, getting up excruciatingly early to meet with thirty other people, rehearsing all day and then putting on a show that night: for the members of the Daegu Theatre Troupe, anyway. So, we are excited to announce our second annual Holiday 24 Hour Theatre Challenge. For those of you who are unfamil20

iar with our 24 Hour Challenges, they are a great way to get involved with the Troupe or just try a little theatre on for size without making a huge commitment. We frequently have participants from other cities and hope that you, too, will join us! This year, we bring you A Very Special Holiday 24 Hour Theatre Challenge. Interested writers and actors will meet at 10:30pm, Friday, December 16th at Who's Bob. You will be put into groups

The Daegu Theatre Troupe's final show of the year, A Very Special Holiday 24 Hour Theatre Challenge, will be performed Saturday, December 17th at Buy the Book Cafe. Doors open at 8:30pm, the show starts at 9pm. Tickets are 10,000 won including a free drink. Tickets will be available at the door. For more information or to sign up to participate please contact daegutheatre@gmail.com or daegutheatre. com

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ART BEANS POSTCARD SHOW and use the space that is available. 대구에 기반을 둔 예술 그룹 아트 빈즈는 엽서 서식을 조명하기 위한 아트쇼를 연다. 아이디 어는 조지아주의 아틀 랜타에 있는 MINT 갤 러리에서 매년 비슷 한 전시회를 여는 데 에서 빌려왔다. 물체 의 단순함과 역동성 때 Written and photographed by Van Hammersly / Translated by Yujeong Lee 문에 전시회는 지속적 으로 크게 열렸다. 엽 Postcards are intimate objects. If 서라는 형식은 그 크 you’ve ever rummaged through a 기 때문에 매력적이고 도전적이었다. 작 flea market or thrift store it’s likely 은 직사각형은 예술가들이 빨리 작업할 수 있게 한 반면에, 가로 178mm, 세 you’ve seen a box or two of these 로 128mm 의 작디작은 이미지를 강요 vintage notes, sent from different 했다. 작은 사이즈는 벅찬 일을 창조적인 destinations all over the world. 일로 여기는 예술가에게 환영 받은 반면, Each one is a small snapshot of 작업을 크게 하는 예술가는 더 창조적으 previous importance. They are 로 작업하도록, 가능한 공간만을 사용하 simultaneously special and dispos도록 강요했다.

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엽서는 친숙한 사물이다. 벼룩시장이나 중고품 할인상점을 뒤져본 적이 있다면, 전세계의 다른 목적지에서 보내온, 낡은 노트들이 담긴 한 두 개의 상자를 한번 쯤은 봤을 것이다. 그 노트들은 이전에 중요했던 것의 작은 스냅샷이다. 그것들 은 특별한 동시에 일회용이기도 하다.

Art Beans, an art collective based in Daegu, is hosting an art show that will spotlight the postcard format. The idea was borrowed from the MINT Gallery in Atlanta, Georgia that hosts a similar show annually. The show was consistently a huge due to the simple dynamic of the object; the postcard format is both inviting and challenging because of its size. The small rectangle allows for artists to work quickly while constraining them to a measly 178mm x 128mm image. For artists that finds creating work a daunting task the small size is welcoming, while an artist that is comfortable working bigger is forced to get creative

Since its formation in March of last year Art Beans has been working to make art available to Daegu, both foreigners and natives alike. The group is comprised of 5 members: Rich Giles, Jess Hinshaw, Jin Hwang, Sarah Knight, and Ju Won. Each member brings a different element and talent to the group, making their shows dynamic and diverse. This show on Saturday, December 10th will be their 4th one, and their second invitational. They strive for their shows to be accessible, inclusive, and engaging. 아트빈즈는 작년 3월에 구성된 이래로, 대구에서 외국인과 내국인이 예술을 할 수 있도록 노력해오고 있다. 아트빈즈 는 리치 길레스(Rich Giles), 제스 힌쇼 (Jess Hinshaw), 황진(Jin Hwang), 새라 나이트(Sarah Knight), 원주(Ju Won)로 구성되어 있다. 각 멤버들의 각 기 다른 요소와 재능들은 그들의 쇼를 역동적이고 다양하게 만들고 있다. 12 월 10일 토요일에 열리는 이번 쇼는 그 들의 네 번째 쇼이자, 두 번째 초청전시

회이다. 그들은 쇼가 사람들에게 좀더 다 가가기 쉽고, 폭넓고, 호감이 가도록 노 력하고 있다.

The Postcard Show will be up for one night only. Beginning at 6pm, the wall will start out bare but will be covered by art by the end of the night. Works will be available for sale (if the artist chooses), making it a great way to get a handmade piece of art for relatively inexpensive. Visitors to the cafe on the night of the show will appreciate the casual feel; so many times art can feel stuffy and confusing, this show promises to be fun and comfortable. Who knows, you might even find a piece that you want to take home with you. Do you own any art made by an artist you know? 이번 엽서 전시회는 하룻밤만 진행될 것 이다. 저녁 6시에 시작해서, 전시장 벽은 비어있는 채로 시작해서 밤의 끝 무렵에 는 예술로 뒤덮일 것이다. 작품들은 (작 품의 예술가에 따라) 구매가 가능하며, 이것은 예술가의 수공예 작품들을 비교적 싸게 살 좋은 기회가 될 것이다. 그 날 밤 전시회를 보러 온 카페의 방문객들은 캐쥬얼한 분위기를 느낄 수 있을 것이다. 이제껏 수 차례 예술은 고루하고 혼란스 러운 것이라고 느꼈을 수도 있다. 하지만 이 쇼는 재미있고, 편안할 것이라고 약속 한다. 누가 알겠는가, 당신이 집에 가지 고 싶어 하는 작품을 찾을 수도 있을 지. 당신은 당신이 ‘아는’ 예술가가 만든 작품을 소장하고 있는가?

The spot that Art Beans has chosen is perfect for the show. The cafe is already known for hosting art from local artists, recently hosting the work of up and coming Daegu artist Sada. If you haven’t been to The Design Factory yet, the Postcard Show will give you the perfect opportunity to check it out. Boasting two floors with both upstairs and downstairs outdoor deck seating, The Design Factory is one of the better coffee shops

ART BEANS POSTCARD SHOW I’ve been to in Daegu. Artistically put together, the cafe is comfortable and open. In addition to an ample coffee menu they stock plenty of select teas and desserts, as well as a discriminating beer list to round out their offerings. 아트 빈즈가 선택한 장소는 쇼를 위한 완 벽한 곳이다. 그 카페는 이미 미술 전시 회를 여는 곳으로 지역 예술가들에게 알 려져 있고, 최근에는 떠오르는 대구 예술 가 사다(Sada)의 작품을 전시한 곳으로 알려져 있다. 아직 디자인 팩토리에 가본 적이 없다면, 엽서 전시회가 좋은 기회 가 될 것이다. 1, 2층 모두 야외 데크 좌 석을 자랑하는 디자인 팩토리는 내가 대 구에서 가 본 가장 좋았던 커피집 중 하 나이다. 예술적으로 지어진 카페는 편안 하고, 열려있다. 충분한 커피 메뉴와 함 께 메뉴를 더 풍성하게 하는 안목 있는 맥주 리스트, 많은 차와 디저트류도 갖 춰져 있다.

Getting there is easy. In between Banwoldang and Jungnangno Sta-

tions, The Design Factory shares the same street as Vinnie Roo, Vinyl, The Holy Grill’s previous location, and Kraze Burger. Keep walking past Kraze Burger towards Gulliver’s Restaurant and you’ll see it on the other side of the street, on your right. 가는 방법은 쉽다. 디자인 팩토리는 반 월당과 중앙로 역 사이에 있는데, 비니 루, 예전 홀리그릴이 있었던 자리와 크라 제 버거와 같은 골 목에 있다. 크라 제 버거를 지나 걸 리버 여행기 쪽으 로 걷다 보면 그 맞은편, 즉 오른쪽 에 있다.

If you are an artist, you should participate! If you aren’t, you should attend!

December 10th at The Design Factory promises to be a great way to see what is going on with the art scene in Daegu without any pretension. See you there. 당신이 예술가라면 당연히 참가해야 한 다! 예술가가 아니라 하더라도 참석해야 한다! 12월 10일, 디자인 팩토리는 대구 미술계에서 일어나고 있는 일들 그대로 를 확인할 수 있는 멋진 장소가 될 것이 다. 그 곳에서 만나자.

BEAUTYFULL KOREA A guide to Korea’s beauty scene

By: Whitney Dalton

Photos by: Robert Dalton

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BanilaCo is the best place to go for highquality make-up. I recommend going here for eyeshadows and lipsticks with as much punch as Urban Decay or Makeup Forever.

It’s Skin prides itself on being a dermatologist tested, clinical skin solution with alcohol free products. They specialize in skin products, especially for sensitive skin.

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DHC, a Japanese skincare store with locations in Korea, the US, and England, concentrates on “age-defying” deep cleansing products. Their products are based on Spanish olive oil, simple yet effective.

The Saem has the best prices for everyday beauty products like blush for 5,000W or their best-seller: lip tint for only 4,000W. Check here first for all your basic needs.

Food Therapy! All of Skin Food’s products include a food as their main ingredient: avocado, fresh milk, honey. Basically any food meant to keep your body healthy can be directly applied to skin to maintain youthful beauty for ages.

Innisfree promises an eco-friendly product. Their product design is clean and simple like their ingredients. They are currently promoting products from Korean island Jeju, using the volcano’s red clay properties.

BEAUTYFULL KOREA Moving to a new country also means leaving behind your favorite make-up stores. While you can always find the big name brands like MAC and Clinique at Department Stores across Korea, you’re going to be paying at least twice the amount you once did. If you’re looking to give your wallet a rest without giving up on quality, don’t worry. Korea’s best selling product is beauty and there are plenty of stores to go to. Here’s a brief description of some of them located on the main shopping strip downtown. Grab some friends and sample them all. Now’s the best time with all the pre-holiday sales, so go and get your beauty on!

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Missha recently reinvented itself and is now geared towards the 25 and up ages. They specialize in “Time Revolution” skincare, to turn back the years.

The FaceShop has been around since 2003, and is one of the most trusted make-up and skincare brands in Korea. One of their most popular skincare product “Arsaint Eco-Therapy Extreme Moisture” uses bamboo extract instead of water. No watered-down products here.

This giant pink dollhouse may seem intimidating but don’t write it off as a little girl’s playhouse just yet. While it is aimed towards the early twenty-year-olds, this make-up store has quality products at reasonable prices.

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Nature Republic is relatively new on the Korean make-up scene but has since anchored itself as a fan favorite, selling quality products at dirt cheap prices! Their best-selling face cream, “Super Aqua Max” has won awards in Allure Beauty Magazine Korea and is only 10,950W.

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Tony Moly’s concept is chic, urban, stylish & modern. That may explain why many teenagers flock to this store. It’s prices are reasonable but their products have won many awards on popular Korean beauty show “Get It Beauty.”

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Shopping at Aritaum may actually break the bank, but because of it’s amazing products

needed to be added to the list. This multi-brand shop sells all the brands under the Amore Pacific umbrella including Laneige, Iope, and Mamonde. If you don’t want to spend all your cash on an unknown product, I recommend buyng one of their 1,000W face masks to get some samples.

A CHIC ESCAPE

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Written and photographed by Lu Johnson

Name: Jase Bar & Lounge Price: $$$$ Atmosphere: Jazz/Date Night/Celebrations/Girls Night Out/Groups Address: Novotel /Daegu City Center (Ground Floor, towards the right side of “Gloria Jean’s Coffee”, down the steps on the ground floor) Train: Red Line/Line 1 to Jungangno (walk to Novotel hotel, directly across the street from Memorial Park). Hours: Mon~Sat: 7pm—2am Menu: “England Pub Style” When to Go: Live jazz performances every Wednesday & Friday night. The first performance is at 10pm and the second at 11pm. Know Before You Go: The only drinks served by the glass are western cocktails (e.g. Jack & Coke, Black Russian, Gin & Tonic, Martini, etc)—10,000won/glass. Beyond the cocktails, patrons are only offered bottles—wine & liquor. Every bottle purchase comes with an appetizer tray. What is Jase Bar/Lounge? In short—it’s a chic escape for a special night out, or when you just want to treat yourself to a luxurious evening. Relatively undiscovered, sensual and cozy, Jase offers a sultry décor with private booths and an intimate layout. In this elegant wonder, patrons can appreciate wine, liquors, beer and cocktails. Prices range from 10,000 won, for cocktails, to 50,000 won for a bottle of wine and upwards to 200,000won for liquor. As the prices are a little steep, this is a great gathering spot for groups, or pairs. I split a

terrific bottle of chardonnay with a friend, paying 25,000 won each, and our bottle was accompanied with delicious appetizers that paired nicely with the wine. Besides wine, Jase Lounge offers a nice selection of liquor, and a group of 5 could easily share a bottle at 20,000 won each, which is accompanied by a pre-selected tray of appetizers, juice, tonic and other little fixings. The food options offered are potatoes, cheese, salad, sausage, steak, fruit and more. In the words of the host, “the menu is England

pub style.” While, I have yet to order anything from the food side of the menu, beyond what already comes with the drinks, the descriptions definitely appeal to the palate. Whether you want to vibe to some jazz with a bottle wine, or toast to the good life with your friends or treat a special someone to a plush date, this hidden gem is a great gathering spot for a decadent grown and sexy evening. Enjoy a cocktail at the sleek bar, or grab private booth and sip the night away—make it a celebration!

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SOBAEKSAN AND DANYANG PARKS

Sobaeksan National Park and Danyang Written and photographed by Britney McSweeney / Translated by Jinil Kim

As much as I love trekking over Korea, wandering from one national park to the next, I know that somewhere, someone is reading my articles and getting exasperated. Some of my readers might be sick of the parks or even the hiking. I don’t blame you, because it wasn’t that long ago that I couldn’t be pulled - kicking and screaming - to a hiking trail. For these readers and for the sake of variety, I will detail Danyang’s paragliding and limestone caves. 내가 한국 전역의 국립공원을 두루

여행하는 것을 즐기는 것만큼 어딘 가에서 누군가가 나의 글을 읽고 분 노할 것이라는 것 또한 안다. 몇몇 독자들은 공원이나 심지어 하이킹 에 싫증이 났을지도 모른다. 그러나 나는 그들을 탓하지는 않는다. 왜 냐하면 나 또한 지인의 권유에 마 지못해 하이킹을 끌려간 것이 그다 지 오래 전 일이 아니기 때문이다. 그러한 독자들을 위해 변화를 주고 자 이번에는 단양의 패러글라이딩 과 석회동굴에 대해서 자세히 다루 고자 한다.

Paragliding is a perfect mix: the initial rush and adrenaline slide gently into peacefully floating through the world around you. If you haven’t experienced it yet, Korea is a great place to try it. Not only are there plenty of stunning natural sights to see, but it is relatively cheap and going tandem requires no experience or training.

패러글라이딩 은 완벽한 조 합이다. 처음 의 돌진과 아 드레날린 후에 부드럽게 미끄

러지며 주위에 펼쳐지는 평화로운 세계로 떠오른다. 만약 당신이 그러 한 경험이 없다면, 한국은 패러글라 이딩을 하기에 매우 좋은 장소이다. 대단한 자연경관이 펼쳐질 뿐만 아 니라 가격도 비교적 싸고, 전문가와 함께 2인으로 하기에, 따로 경험이 나 훈련이 필요 없다.

Dan Yang Club is a fantastic paragliding company. Located near to the national park, their course has a beautiful view (all the sights from hiking without any of the work!). In typical Korean fashion, their employees were kind, helpful, and did everything they could to work around the language barrier. It cost 80,000 won per person, and they even provided a free video camera to record the 5-6 minute trip Make a reservation by calling 010-9072-4555, though I suggest having tourist information confirm your appointment just in case. They picked us up straight from the Danyang bus terminal as soon as we called and told them we had arrived. As a bonus, they dropped us off at our next location - Gosu Cave. 단양클럽은 환상적인 패러글라이 딩 업체이다. 국립공원 근처에 위 치하여 아름다운 전경의 코스를 가 지고 있다. (하이킹을 통해 즐길 수 있는 모든 풍경들을 힘 하나 들이 지 않고!) 한국인들이 보통 그러하 듯, 직원들은 친절하고 도움을 주 며, 언어의 장벽에 대한 차선책으로 할 수 있는 모든 것을 해주었다. 가 격은 일인당 80,000원이며, 5~6 분 정도의 비디오 촬영도 무료로 제 공된다. 예약은 010-9072-4555 로 할 수 있지만, 반드시 사전에 예

SOBAEKSAN AND DANYANG PARKS breaking through them - tiny roots destroying ancient rocks impress me. Needless to say, Gosu Donggul, a natural limestone cave, brought my appreciation to the next level. Although it isn’t exactly exploring uncharted territory, since there is a nice set path with staircases and guard rails, the cave is kept reasonably true to nature, because it lacks the florescent neon lights usually displayed in Korean caves. There are large caverns mixed in with narrow passages; it is a fairly long walk through its entirety. Some parts are labeled, be sure to look for the hokey names - from the Octopus Rock to the Fairies Bathing Pool.

약을 확인하길 바란다. 그들은 우리 가 단양 버스터미널에 도착하여 전 화를 하자마자 최대한 신속히 우리 를 데리러 왔다. 보너스로 그들은 우리를 다음 장소인 고수동굴로 데 려다 주었다.

Over a year into living here, I still can’t get over the rocks that form in Korea. I think the colors are mind blowing, full of delicate twists and turns of various shades. The shapes always surprise me and more than that, the plants

나는 이 곳에서 1년 넘게 살면서도, 여전히 한국의 바위에 놀란다. 색은 감동적이며, 다양한 음영의 섬세한 굴곡으로 가득하다. 그 모양들은 항 상 날 놀라게 하며, 그보다 더한 것 은 바위를 뚫고 자란 식물들이다. 작은 뿌리로 오래된 바위를 깨는 모 습은 내게 깊은 인상을 준다. 말할 필요도 없이, 천연석회동굴인 고수 동굴은 나의 감상을 다음 수준으로 이끌었다. 비록 정확히 미지의 영토 를 탐험하는 것은 아니지만, 그곳에 잘 만들어진 계단과 가드레일이 설 치된 이후, 동굴은 자연의 모습 그 대로 유지되고 있다. 왜냐하면 이곳 은 한국의 동굴에 주로 보이는 환 한 네온조명이 설치되어 있지 않기 때문이다. 좁은 통로로 이어지는 큰 동굴도 있다. 끝까지는 한참을 걸어 야 하는 거리이다. 몇 군데에는 이 continued on next page

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SOBAEKSAN AND DANYANG PARKS

름표가 부착되어있으며, 문어바위, 선녀탕과 같이 감상적인 이름이 붙 여진 곳들도 꼭 살펴보길 권한다.

As for the hiking, Sobaeksan does not disappoint. I elected to start from Huibangsa (accessible from Yeongju) and hike 3.5 km up to Yeohwabong. The course was not especially strenuous, excluding a 200 m stone staircase, and it could be completed in under 4 hours. If you’re looking for a longer trip, you can continue to Birobong, the tallest peak. The biggest draw for this course is that it passed by the largest inland waterfall in Korea. At 28 m high, the falls are memorable even in this dry season. An added bonus, there are little streams and rivers cutting through the beginning of the trail and several quaint bridges to scamper over. It truly is a picturesque place. 하이킹을 하기에도 소백산은 실망스 럽지 않다. 나는 (영주에서 가까운) 희방사에서 시작하여 연화봉으로 가 는 3.5km 코스를 꼽는다. 그 코스

는 200m의 돌계단을 제외하고는 특히 힘들지 않으며, 4시간 안에 끝 낼 수 있다. 좀 더 긴 여행을 원한 다면 가장 높은 봉인 비로봉까지 갈 수 있다. 이 코스에서 가장 큰 매력 은 한국에서 가장 큰 내륙 폭포 옆 을 지나간다는 점이다. 28m 높이의 폭포는 요즘 같은 건조한 시기에도 기억에 남을 정도이다. 또한 작은 시내와 강이 등산로의 입구와 몇몇 기묘한 다리들을 가로 지른다. 그곳 은 진실로 그림 같은 장소이다.

Although my friends and I did all of this in one weekend, I am already considering a second trip in the spring. I am interested in checking out Danyang’s white water rafting, the remaining (though less famous) limestone caves, and the two fortresses. Furthermore, the sights are magnificent, and it’s a quick weekend trip to escape the hustle of Daegu. 비록 것을 봄에 나는

나의 친구들과 나는 이 모든 1주일 만에 했지만, 벌써 나는 두 번째 여행을 올 생각이다. 단양의 맑은 물에서의 래프팅

과 유명하지 않더라도 남아있는 석 회동굴과 두 요새를 살펴보고 싶다. 뿐만 아니라, 전경도 매우 훌륭하여, 복잡한 대구에서 잠시 벗어나 주말 여행을 즐기기에 안성맞춤이다.

Getting to Sobaeksan: Take a 1 hour 50 minute bus from Bukbu Terminal to Yeongju, then take a 40 minute city bus to Hibangsa or Samgadong 소백산가는 방법: 북부정류장에서 영주까지 1시간 50분동안 버스를 탄 후, 40분 정도 시내버스를 타면 희방사나 삼가동에 갈 수 있다.

Getting to Danyang: Take a train or bus from Dongdaegu, though they run less frequently than the ones to Yeongju. Alternatively, take an hour bus from Yeongju to Danyang. 단양 가는 방법: 영주행보다 운행회 수가 적지만, 동대구에서 단양행 기 차나 버스를 타면된다. 외에도, 영주 에서 1시간정도 버스를 타면 단양 에 도착할 수 있다.

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MUSIC IN MOTION

MUSIC in MOTION Written and photographed by Robert Williams

Daegu Capoeira Cooperative is a

group that took on its current form in the summer of 2010. Before that time, the group was under the direction and leadership of another instructor whom was very well-versed in Capoeira and was under the affilitation of a worldwide Capoeira organization. However that instructor moved to Seoul, and although I had only had a few months of training up until that time, Capoeira was something I was very interested in and not willing to give up. Although I have many years of experienced teaching Taekwondo and well versed in that art form, Capoeira was something that was almost completely new to me, so I was in no position to proclaim myself as a “teacher” of Capoeira, but rather simply share what I had learned with others while at the same time continuing my own exploration and improvement of Capoeira. As time went on, new members joined the Cooperative who had much more experience in Capoeira than myself, adding their knowledge to the group for the benefit of anyone who wished to learn and for the betterment of the local Daegu community. This is the whole purpose of our group, to simply share with others what we have learned, and to learn from each other. The first question many people have when either hearing about our group from a friend, or seeing an invitation to our group on one of the Daegu related facebook 32

pages is often “What is Capoeira?” This can be a tricky question because putting a label on Capoeira is nearly impossible. While it does have martial arts techniques, the goal of Capoeira training is not to learn to fight. While it does have a rhythmic pattern of movement, the goal also is not to dance. As one of our most senior member once said, “It is essentially a conversation of movement; where one partner “speaks” with “X” movement, and the other partner “replies” with “Y” movement. In the end, what we strive to do is play a ritualistic game with our group members in which we converse with various attacks,

evasions and escapes, while keeping with the rhythm of the music being played and expressed by the non-playing members. Sessions begin with a warm up and stretching before moving on to basics practice as a group. Once a good deal of time has been spent on reviewing past session material and basic movements, we move on to the lesson of the day and partner practice. All levels are mixed together so that everyone gets the chance to work with other participants and build a connection with the fellow group members. Toward the end, we all come together in the circle to play in a “roda” (game) which is the

MUSIC IN MOTION functions, outdoor Capoeira sessions and cookouts along the river, and most recently had an “open session” held at “Buy the Book” café in which perhaps 15 new people attended to get their first taste of Capoeira.

heart of the session and the point in which the spirit of Capoeira comes to light. While several members play the traditional musical instruments of Capoeira, and the rest form a circle and clap, we all sing the Capoeira songs together as two members enter the circle to play a game. This game is the “conversation” spoken of earlier, in which the players use what they have learned in past sessions as well as the session that day to either attack or evade the attacks of the opposing player. Although Capoeira uses kicks that could be dangerous, the goal is not to actually kick the partner, but rather to show that you could. In a way the game may be described as a game of “one upmanship”

Over the course of 18 months, our group has grown quite a bit, and boasts a rainbow of nationalities with members from Korea, Brazil, Latvia, United States, Canada, Japan, South Africa, Belize, Netherlands, Australia, China, Spain, Vietnam, and England all coming together twice a week to enjoy the spirit that Capoeira instills. This year we have had opportunities to have demonstrations at dance festivals, church

Anyone wishing to get involved with the Daegu Capoeira Cooperative may contact us through our facebook page. Class sessions are held each Wednesday at the Daegu YMCA from 7pm – 9pm, and Saturdays on the campus of Kyungpook National University from 11am – 1pm. All classes are, and will always be completely FREE. Nothing is required other than loose, comfortable clothing, and a willingness to explore something new. Whether you already have some idea of what Capoeira is and want to get involved, never heard of it before and are curious to give it a try, or otherwise simply want to mingle with a diverse group of people, all are welcome and encouraged to join us.

Capoeira can be a great exercise for the body building flexibility, mobility, strength, and stamina. However aside from the physical aspects of practicing Capoeira, most people enjoy the camaraderie of the group, the excitement of the game, and the spirit felt by the music.

PERFECT SMILE

Perfect Smile

By Dr. Sangdon Joo / Translated by Bosun Kim

Not having white and even teeth can make you smile awkwardly and lose your confidence, which may lead your personal relationship to be worsened. When you smile, bright and even teeth count for more than 70-80% of your first impression. In the past, straightening teeth was needed to have nice and even teeth. But it took a lot of time. With inconvenience of braces, there were many people who gave up the treatment.

To have even teeth, wearing braces for one or two years works for straightening teeth. But, recently laminate, which can make your teeth even just in two weeks, meets with a favorable response. With its one simple procedure, laminate can solve all your worries such as undersized teeth, broken teeth, teeth with the gap, or discolored teeth. Laminate is the procedure that an artificial tooth out of ceramic material is affixed to the tooth with problems after being trimmed a little bit. Putting an artificial tooth is just like putting an acrylic nail. Compared to having the tooth with the problems crowned which is an existing prosthetic supplement procedure, laminate has many merits. With laminate, your tooth will be trimmed less and have more natural color. The reaction with the gum after the procedure

is excellent as well. Also, lately CEREC laminate which uses CAD/CAM surpassing the weaknesses of existing laminate has higher durability and resistibility of fracture than the previous one. With a great deal of clinical experience and expertise on dental aesthetic procedures, Daegu Ye dental clinic will be the great choice for those who want to have the laminate procedure. In addition, Daegu Ye dental clinic is designated as the first national CEREC center and Dr. Sangdon Joo is the certified CEREC trainer who tries his best to make CEREC come into wide use. -Dr. Sangdon Joo from Daegu Ye Dental Clinic--대구예치과 주상 돈박사-

DISC GOLF

DISC GOLF Written by Gary Lynn / Photos submitted by The KPDGA

On the 22 of October in the city of Chun Cheon and on the island of Jung- Do the Korean National Disc Golf Championship was held. This is about four hours north of Daegu. There were kids as young as 10 - 12 years old being introduced to the sport. Well over 50 enjoyed playing and tossing disc for the first time. Many were inspired to continue learning more about the game. There were approximately 100 participants from across the nation, some from as far as Busan . There were even players from Japan. On this island resort, men and women played 18 holes ( or pins ) which were along bike paths, tent lined camping grounds, over hill and though trees. The players were divided into five groups - men & women beginners ( using only one disc ), men & women amateur masters ( using more

than one disc), and pro. During the first round of 18, there was a pro or a master on each card that took score. Then a Korean lunch was served at the island restaurant , Bi Bim Bop ( a hot bowl with beef , rice & vegetables) . A great meal had by all. The second round started with players matched by score. Once the final round was completed, there was a distance competition. When it was all said and done, the players from Daegu had won five of the ten awards. Team Daegu won 1st & 2nd distance toss (pro) Eric Fitzsimons and James Pearson, 1st distance toss (amateur masters) Tom Kunneke , 3rd and 4th for the event (amateur master) Tom and Gary Lynn. We had fun and

made new friends. The KPDGA ( Korean Pro Disc Golf Assocition ) and Team Daegu are trying to get a permanent course here in Daegu.

To make Daegu a national host for the annual event and to have a sport for men, women and children that's local, affordable and fun for everyone. If interested in disc golf, please contact me at 19Garylynn63@gmail.com or anyone on Team Daegu would be happy to help get out there. Eric Fitzsimons and Tom Kunneke speak Korean and are on facebook. As well as Team Daegu. Our leader James Pearson is a relentless player. He will play rain or shine , even in the snow. He's very passionate about the game. Also a great ambassador for the sport of disc golf. Please show your support and tell your friends.

TWO GALLANTS INTERVIEW

An Interview with Two Gallants:

New Sound, Places and Food. It was easy spotting the members of Two Gallants, Tyson Vogel and Adam Stephens. These long bearded foreigners don’t have the typical look of an English teacher or military personnel in Korea. Named after a James Joyce’s story in Dubliners, Two Gallants were able to unite a mixed crowd whom either already knew the band for their honest lyrics and bluesy folk sound, or simply came to experience music truly inspired by great literature. After being on hiatus for three

Written by Sanita Saengvilay / Photo by Fuzz Chucas (www.chrischucas.com)

years, the best friends from San Francisco are back with a revamped sound that was the most natural movement for the maturing and changing band. The new album’s production had just been wrapped up prior to the East Asian tour, but details about its release (on Saddle Creek Records) are yet to be announced. One of the new songs, “Winter’s Youth,” begins with lyrics, “In the winter of your youth with a string tied around your tooth, your mother slammed the door, she’s gone forever more,” crooned by Tyson’s raspy voice. Their current sound seems to speak more in the realm of Americana rock, but the lyrics still remain inspired by life and lost love.

Was this an intentional transition or a natural process for the band? Tyson responded that, “maybe it was a little bit of both, I think that the time we spent doing a lot of different things, both taking a break. It helped us as individuals, as musicians to approach music to achieve what one can achieve.” Adam said, “We just focused on different stuff that kind of was already there on a different way.” This wasn’t a new sound, it was merely a band that has grown and lived through the same trivialities that life had to offer. Assuming that touring in East Asia isn’t common for any Western, English speaking band, what would a band want a non-English speaking concert attendee to get from their music? Adam jokes,

TWO GALLANTS “Our good looks.” Then continued, “I don’t know, but I think it does say a lot about a band if it can appeal to people that don’t understand the lyrics at all, but are moved by just by the sound. It’d be so awesome to appeal to a crowd universally even though they didn’t understand.” Tyson hoped, “that they feel the genuine intention we have for performing and playing especially the movement.” Many people probably wish that touring and traveling the world was their occupation, so one wonders, what is the best thing about touring? Adam said, “I feel really fortunate to be able to see the world and do something we really love through the process.” Tyson gave some insight on the life of a touring artist, “We don’t really tour for touring sake, but to be able to play shows every night, we constantly have to be on tour. It’s a mixed blessing because obviously you want to travel and see the world, but if your vocation is constantly taking you away from home and familiarity and people you know, it’s difficult. I’m not complaining. I think we’re pretty lucky.” Although they had only played one show in Cheonon the night prior, what advice did they have for other artists wanting to tour East Asia? The guys were exhausted because they had arrived the same day and were schedule to perform hours later after landing. The guys both agreed that the best advice was “don’t do Korean barbeque at 3 in the morning right after performing a show or schedule a show the same day of landing.” Tyson stated, “Yeah, it was really good, but we didn’t go to bed until 5 a.m.” Many people might say that eating Korean BBQ until 5 a.m. might be a rite of passage when visiting Korea. I hope the guys had a great time in Korea. More information about Two Gallants’ music, album releases, or tour dates can be found at http://www.twogallants. com/. Thanks to SUPERCOLORSUPER for putting on the show, more info on upcoming shows can be found at supercolorsuper.com/.

DATE NIGHT

DATE NIGHT Written by Jennifer Sanasie

As we move from fall to winter and the nights get colder, old and new couples in Daegu are looking for places to snuggle up, get away from the cold, and have fun on their date nights. “I just moved to Daegu, I know where all the bars are, but I don’t know where the quieter , cooler places are, you know where you can just chill,” says Cindy Monit, an English teacher who moved to Daegu with her husband.

Although Daegu has a collection of unique, fun places to hang out in with friends, boyfriends and girlfriends, Rachael Brownell, says, it’s easy to see how people get stuck in a going out routine. “There have been so many nights when I find myself out at the typical foreigner bars, doing shots, because it’s cheap and easy.”

Venturing outside of your regular “going out routine,” is a lot easier than you think, and there are people in Daegu who are discovering fun new places to go on dates. The Romantic Date If you’re looking to go on a romantic first date, or bring a little romance in to your relationship, check out The Inventive Multi-

Cultural Space. This wine bar does romance to the max. Guests are seated in their own private well and can enjoy a bottle of wine from their great selection. Christopher Hodgson, a Hagwon teacher in Daegu, says this is his go to bar for romantic date nights. “It is so cozy, you sit in the well and stare up to see the opening of the well lined by candles.” The restaurant is lit only by candle light, and as the candles burn the wax overflows and drips down the brick walls to create a truly unique and intimate private space. This restaurant is creative and provides you with a tranquil get away in the heart of the city. It is located downtown in between Champs and Who’s Bob. On a cold night this is the perfect place to cuddle up with someone you love and have a glass of wine. The Smoker’s Date Are you a smoker? Are you dating a smoker? If you want to make a night out of getting your nicotine fix, and not end up smelling like smoke by the end, why not take continued on next page

DAEGU BANK - USEFUL INFORMATION Service [Baro Baro automatic overseas transfer], offering the best financial service to the foreign workers.

Daegu bank Seong seo branch opens for the foreign workers who can’t visit a bank during the weekdays from 10AM to 4PM on Sundays since February, 2011. We have our foreign staff who’s fluent with Indonesian, Chinese and English for our customer’s convenience. Since last June, we’ve expanded the range of transactions to opening account, issuing check cards and cash cards, deposit and withdrawal, etc. We’ve also started Real-Time Overseas Transfer

The most advantages of this service are an exemption of transfer fee (only 8,000won for cable charge), and 30 percent discount for exchange rate. We offer two methods of transfer for customer’s preference: an automatic real or reserve time transfer. You can set balance transfer, which the entire balance in your account will be transferred when you deposit, or you can set reserved amount transfer on the scheduled date. You can visit Seong seo branch to open a transfer-only account and register for the information about the recipient. How easy is it!!!

But don’t forget to bring your ID or passport  We, Daegu bank, want to contribute to foreign community within industrial park and offer more comfortable and pleasant service for foreign workers. Hope to see you ASAP on Sundays at Seong seo branch. Come and visit us at Daegu bank Seong seo branch on Sundays!

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DATE NIGHT appetite, you may want to skip this if you had dinner, or plan ahead and have a small dinner.) This date is fun! It gets you out of the house and let’s you enjoy a movie, while still having some privacy! Street food snacks are fun because you can mix and match what you eat, and not break the bank! The Hiker’s Date

your date to Field of Flowers – Hookah wine bar. “This place is awesome,” says John Allen, an English teacher at a public school in Daegu. “It is a great place to relax and smoke some shisha.” Field of Flowers has 10 different flavours of shisha and an extensive drink menu. The theme is very “Arabian Nights.” You can sit in a private booth, or at a table, the restaurant is very dimly lit, and the music provides an ambience comparable to no other atmosphere in Daegu. Sunggle up on the floor with some blankets and enjoy the smell of burning incense, while you are surrounded by colours and patterns reminiscent of rich Middle Eastern culture. This bar is beside the club, G2. The Fun Date/ Budget Date Stevie Baker lives in Daegu with her husband, and when they want to get out of their house and have a little fun with each other they head to Kyunpook National University area and do a small tour that starts with dinner! (If you are on a budget – skip the dinner – there will be a chance to eat later) Across from Kyungbook National University’s north gate 40

there is a plethora of restaurants to choose from, both Korean and Western. Some notable restaurants include Maya Indian Cuisine, and Tim’s Cuccina. Next Stevie and her husband Ed, grab some bottles of soju and beer from the Family Mart and hit a DVD room. “I love to go to the DVD room with Ed, because it’s nice to get out of the house, and watch a movie on a nicer TV than we have at home,” Stevie says. She adds that DVD rooms are also a great place to watch Korean films, because the DVD room staff can turn on the English subtitles. After watching a movie, Stevie and Ed hit the many street food vendors that line the sidewalks across from the North Gate. (Depending on your

Dress warm for this one, and pack some snacks. If you’re feeling adventurous and it’s not a cold night, head up Apsan for a night hike. Pick a clear night, when the moon is bright, and expect the hike to take about 45 minutes to an hour depending on how fast you walk. The nights are not that cold yet, and there is no snow, so get this one in before it gets too cold. Walk up the mountain handin-hand, you will hear the leaves crunching under your feet, while you listen to the peaceful sounds of the mountain at night. The bottom and top of the mountain are lit, and if you have bad night vision, you may want to bring a flashlight. From the platform at the top of the mountain you can see the entire city, lit up! Enjoy the view of the city skyline, the moon and the stars.

HOLIDAY FAMILY

Holiday Family Written by Eric Gayle

I’m not a big fan of Christmas. Now, I’m not a ‘bah humbug’ type; I just don’t get too excited about commercialization, corporate greed, and children (or childish adults) getting their proverbial panties in a wad when they don’t get exactly what they want. Personally, I like Thanksgiving. Yes, it’s my favorite holiday. Thanksgiving is about nothing more than getting together with family and friends, eating and napping, perhaps playing some games, and overall, just relaxing. Last year, however, was the first year in I suppose 34 years that I was not able to spend with my family. I haven’t always been able to see them on Christmas, or even Christmas Eve. But, at least some time during the holidays, I would make my way from Austin to Houston and be with them for ‘holiday time’. I would make my regular visits to see my family, of course, but Christmas time

was still always special. My mom would be even more goofy and lively than normal. My dad always seems a little more playful. Everybody is (normally) in a nice mood. Well, I’m sure nobody wants to read about my family, so I will move on. For many people who come to Korea to teach English, it will be their first time away from family. Some people handle this differently than others. While it will be a time of celebration for some (yay, no family!), it will be a difficult time for others. For those who struggle with homesickness, it’s a good time of the year to evaluate where you are and what you have in your life. Korea has so many wonderful places to visit, and for those with longer vacations, it’s a good time to get away from Korea and see other marvelous Asian wonders. Some other fun activities include snowboarding and

taking a mountain hike. While it’s a little cold, the views from the mountains in the winter show the beautiful shape of the land, as well as a plethora of persevering evergreens. Some of the best Christmas activities, as I have found, are done with those closest to us. Since we define ‘family’, many of us learn to redefine the term while we’re in Korea. Last year, I celebrated with my close friends at my apartment with a gift exchange. A little juvenile, perhaps, but it was a lot of fun to be with those who are now considered family.

HOW TO PHOTOSHOP - CONTENT AWARE

Content Aware

Panorama Shot By Jimi Cusick

Ever since Adobe introduced Photoshop to the public back in the late 1980’s, photographers and graphic designers have been able to use the program to significantly cut down the time needed in post production of their photos and artwork. Simple shortcuts and an uncomplicated interface have allowed inexperienced users to quickly learn how to alter their images for the desired finished product. The newest version of Photoshop, CS5, has one of the most exciting and time-saving shortcuts the company has released to date. Named “Content-Aware,” this new feature allows the user to remove any unwanted objects from their photos in a fraction of the time it would take to do manually. Another useful application of the Content-Aware feature is that it can manufacture missing pieces of pictures. This works really well when piecing together a few pictures for a panorama shot. 1. Click FILE>Automate>Photomerge. Click browse and select all of the pictures you want to make up your panorama shot. Press Ok.

2. After a few minutes of working, Photoshop will piece together your photos into a panorama shot. You will notice that the picture is missing some edges and isn’t a perfect shape. My picture looked like this. Notice that I am missing a big piece of the sky. 3. Merge all of your photos together by clicking Layer -> Merge Layers. This will allow Photoshop to work on all of the pictures in the panorama at the same time. To select the area you want to fix Hold CTRL and click on your image in the thumbnail. After the image is selected, press Select-> Inverse and the missing parts of the picture will be highlighted. 42

HOW TO PHOTOSHOP - CONTENT AWARE 4. Click EDIT-> FILL or simply press SHIFT+F5. Under the section labeled Contents, use the scroll down menu to select the Content-aware feature. Under Blending, make sure that the mode is set to normal and the opacity is set to 100%. Press OK. 5. Content-Aware will look at the surrounding pieces of the picture and fill in the missing parts. Press CTRL+D to deselect the fixed area and look at the final product. You are finished.

SPOTLIGHT PHOTOGRAPHERS

SPOTLIGHT PHOTOGRAPHERS This is a new series the Daegu Compass plans on running. We will be profiling individuals or groups who have that certain “eye” for capturing life around us behind the lens. This month we have TWO great pictures by Chris Chucas. Want to show off your photo skills? Get published! Contact photos@daegucompass.com Thanks!

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Can’t be home for Christmas? Spend Christmas Eve at Daegu’s home away from home and join Daegu’s biggest Pajama Party ever! Drink specials for those wearing pajamas. Live DJ so come dance your socks off.

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Break out your best outfit and be seen at Daegu’s biggest New Year’s Eve Bash. Live DJ playing music and helping you ring in the New Year. All your friends in one place celebrating the arrival of 2012. Champagne specials. Arrive early for dinner.

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CHRISTMAS IN KOREA

CHRISTMAS IN KOREA Written and photographed by Hannah Starner

Every Christmas I find myself wondering what to send to my family back home. Luckily, my parents aren't big on gift-giving, so they're never offended when they just get some Skype time and the promise of a good retirement home. Still, it's nice to send a little something every once in a while. But what? Here's a guide to what Daegu has to offer. Requirements: Cheap. You're going to have to pay for shipping, so don't over-spend on the gift itself. Light. Again, shipping. The lighter it is, the cheaper it is to send. Useful. This is negotiable. Non-perishable. Dduk is out. Dried squid is in! Remember, what you see on a weekly basis and consider “normal” will probably be unique and special to someone back

home. Think back to those first few months in Korea when everything was new and exciting. What caught your eye? Cellphone bling? Excellent. A giant hairbow? Perfect. A panda hat with mittens attached? Now we’re getting somewhere.

Chopsticks. After eating with metal chopsticks day after day, it’s easy to forget how beautiful they can be. Chopsticks of varying quality are available in everywhere, but for something really special, check out the tea shop near the main entrance to Seomun Market. A hand-carved pair cost around 7,000 won. For children back home, you can find training chopsticks decorated with cartoons at places like Homeplus and Daiso.

Socks. Korea has the world beat when it comes to socks. From The Simpsons to Barak Obama, you can find something for everyone. Couples socks are also a great way to share some Korean culture. To make the gift a little more special, buy something that has Korean on it, have a friend translate for you, and wrap the translation with each pair. You can find gems like “No Lovers symbolize the isstrength of ” Farting” and “This my gochu. their love by placing locks along the Daiso, HotTracks, and many other Pont des Arts, a custom which has © Hannah Starner stores carry socks, butathead to been imported to Korea places like Seoul's Namsan Tower and Daegu's Suseong Lake. Locks are available for purchase on the bridge, but plan ahead and take your own to save a bit of cash. 46

CHRISTMAS IN KOREA sparkle and notebooks that can have some pretty interesting (or at least mangled) English sayings on them. HotTracks (under Kyobo downtown) offers one of the best selections of gifts in the city. While there are many items that appeal to children, teens, and young adults, there are also gifts for the older folks in our lives. Watches, wallets, and key chains are typical Christmas gifts, but sometimes it’s nice to go with the tried-and-true. Traditional Items. Pouches, bags, and pencil cases made of traditional fabrics are well-received at home. Check the gift shops at temples or Seomun Market (District 4, first floor, stall 722). © Hannah Starner

Sock Street (near the Seomun Market subway station) for some of the more raunchy varieties. Expect to pay about 1,000 per pair. A Mosquito Racket. The novelty of swinging a racket and zapping a mosquito lasts much longer than the batteries needed to use these miracles. While winter isn’t the easiest time to find them, a few are still around Seomun Market and bigger stores like Homeplus. Ask for 모기제로 (Mo-gi-jae-ro) while making a swinging motion, and someone is bound to point you in the right direction. They cost around 10,000 won. Beauty Products. Take advantage of the many cosmetic stores in Daegu when looking for gifts. Opt for brands that are hard to find back home, such as Skin Food and Innisfree. While both companies offer natural cosmetics and skin care products, Skin Food

includes directions in English on nearly all labels. At about 3,000 won, facemask sheets make great gifts since they are cheap, light, and not common in the West. Stationary, etc.. Pens, pencils, and other useful supplies are plentiful in Daegu. Korea’s stationary stores carry pens that

Snacks and Food. That ramyeon you ate for the 7th time this week might not be delicious to you, but to people back home, it’s exotic. Look for traditional snacks, shrimp flavored chips, or dried ddukboki. For your more adventurous relatives, pick up some dried squid or fish. Happy Shopping!

DODO MANSHOWN

By: Whitney Dalton Photos by: Scott McLaughlin

Located at the top of a hill, in a quaint area next to an elementary school, Dodo Manshown doesn’t look much like a restaurant. It looks more like a handsome twostory house. Actually, it was just that, until owner and chef Kim Do-Gwan remodeled the interior and turned it into a restaurant. Mr. Kim studied interior design in college and he’s outiftted the restaurant in Danish style. They completely took out the second story except for a small section used for the office, giving the restaurant a wide-open feel with a high ceiling. The trademarks in traditional Denmark houses are the old furniture pieces in a clean, airy environment. At DodoManshown you won’t find two chairs a like. Their old vintage style is quite charming. On each table you’ll find a clear vase with some sprigs of fresh flowers and when it’s warmer the patio doors are open for fresh air. You can also dine outside on the patio amidst the garden. True it is getting colder now, but the patio contains a huge

boiler to keep customers warm. The restaurant’s name “Dodo” means high-maintenance or arrogant in Korean. While you could probably bring a high maintenance significant other and they’d be quite satisfied, the name is sort of a misnomer. The restaurant and its two workers, Kim Do-Gwan and his girlfriend Ms. Choi, are inviting and warm. Maybe the suggestion lies in their sophisticated, high class menu. Mostly French and Italian items, Dodo Manshown serves food not typically found in simple cafe style restaurants in Korea. Yes, they have pizza and pasta but they also have stews and steamed mussels. And they use organic ingredients. Mr. Kim studied under a Le Cordon Bleu chef and his dishes are fantastic. His girlfriend Ms. Choi handles the drinks. Together, they make an unforgettable experiences you’ll want to tell all your friends about.

The first thing to arrive at your table in all Korean restaurants is a small pitcher of water. At Dodo, this pitcher contains a sprig of jasmine and is ice cold. I was pleasantly surprised right at the beginning of my meal. The taste reminded me of spring water in Maine, so clean you can almost taste the minerals and remarkably fresh. This was followed by appetizers. They had the regular Korean sweet pickles but the standout item were the slices of french baguette. Warmed and slathered in sweet butter with sprinkles of seasoning on top, this bread took me right back to when I used to live in Belgium. It reminded me of the after-school snacks my Dutch best-friend’s mom used to make us, slices of heated baguette with chocolate sprinkles. This appetizer truly got my appetite going and I was ready for the maincourse. We ordered a white wine mussel stew for 12,000W. These were real French style mussels steamed with lemon zest and

DODO MANSHOWN garlic in a white wine. They came with baguette slices for dipping into the stew. Apparently this restaurant was intent on giving me flashbacks of my days in Europe because this took me right back to France. I was in middle-school then and finally I’ve rediscovered the taste of those buttery, succulent mussels in Korea, what a surprise! This dish was quite large too, with lots of mussels for sharing. The menu actually had a good assortment of stews, which is pretty uncommon in Korea. They even had an apple stew. They have a “Today’s Stew” which is Chef ’s choice but you have to order a day ahead of time and it’s 20,000W. After how delicious the white wine mussels came out to be, I’m determined to try this chef ’s choice

stew though. While we were eating the mussels, the second entree came out. The chef ’s own creation, Kimchi Cream Pizza (12,000W medium size). Admittedly, I was a little hesitant about this fusion food but I’m not one to shy away from a new flavor so we tried it out. It’s the restaurant’s best seller, it had to be good! And so it was. The two flavors went together beautifully. The tartness of the kimchi and the thick cream placed on top a thin crust were born to be eaten together. It’s mild but spicy at the same time. It’s pretty much ingenius. DodoManshown also makes their own sodas. I got a blueberry soda

made from milk, carbonated mix, and fresh blueberries. The taste was similar to Milkus. It also comes in raspberry and other fruit flavors. For dessert you can choose from some teas or coffees. This is the standard at Korean restaurants but I was more than happy when it also came with two squares of pure chocolate that melted on my tongue. This secluded restaurant, tucked away in the midst of Apsan, is well worth the effort of finding it. I was happy all the way from the jasmine water to the chocolate squares at the end. This couple really understands the little things which made for a great experience.

Directions Take the subway to Hyeoncheong-ro Leave through exit 2 Go straight and when the street veers, go left Hike up hill until you reach a restaurant named “Gook Su” Take a left and keep going straight DodoManshown is on your left.

Hours Open 12 pm - 11 pm Saturday 12 pm - 12 pm Closed Wednesdays Call 053-657-6112 to order today’s stew (24 hours advance notice)

DAEGU’S TIME TO GIVE As the festive period fast approaches and the countdown to the end of the year begins, it is important for us to remember those less fortunate than ourselves. There are a number of orphanages in the Daegu area who need our help and this time of year is always harder for the children and young people who reside in them. Our new organisation, Daegu's Time To Give, is asking for your help in our end of year appeal. 크리스마스가 다가오고 연말을 향한 카운트 다운이 시작 되면서 우리보다 어려운 사람들에 대해 생각해보는 것은 의미 있는 일이 될 것입니다. 대구에는 우리의 도움을 필 요로 하는 고아원이 많이 있는데 특히 연말연시는 그곳 의 어린이와 청소년들에게 늘 견디기 어려운 시기입니다. 우리의 새로운 단체인 ‘대구의 나눔의 시간’이 연말연 시에 여러분들의 도움의 손길을 기다립니다.

Written by Bea, Sara and Becca / Translated by Suhyun Lee

Coming to South Korea and working sometimes leaves us with time to kill and many people choose to put their time and effort into volunteering. Volunteering is a wonderful way to give back to the community we live in, learn more about the Korean culture and really make a difference. Our organisation, Daegu's Time To Give, was set up with the ultimate aim of creating sustainable projects to improve the lives of disadvan-

ALDAEGU’S TIME TO GIVE

taged children in the Daegu area through fundraising, volunteering and raising awareness. We want to involve the ex-pat community in local projects which will improve relationships and engage with the local community, so no matter how big or small your contribution is we are all striving to achieve the same goal. 우리가 한국에 와서 일을 하다 보 면, 때로는 하릴없이 시간이 남을 때가 있습니다. 이때 많은 이들이 자원봉사에 수고와 시간을 들이기도 합니다. 자원봉사는 우리가 살고 있 는 지역사회에 기여하고, 한국 문화 에 대해 더 많은 것을 배우며, 사회 에 변화를 일으킬 수 있는 멋진 방 법입니다. ‘대구의 나눔의 시간’ 은 기금모금, 자원봉사, 나눔에 관한 인식을 높이는 여러 활동을 통해 대 구 지역의 어려운 형편의 아이들의 삶을 개선시키도록 지속 가능한 프 로젝트를 실천해 나가는데 궁극적인 목표를 두고 있습니다. 우리는 국외 거주자(외국인)들이 지

역사회를 위한 프로젝트에 참여하기 를 바랍니다. 이것은 우리와 지역사 회와의 관계를 더 돈독히 하며 이 웃들과 어울릴 수 있는 방법입니다. 여러분들이 기부를 많이 하든 적게 하든지 간에 우리는 모두 같은 목표 를 향해 노력하고 있는 것입니다.

Our first project, the GIVE A GIFT APPEAL, is easy, fun and really rewarding. Anyone can get involved, it takes hardly anytime and most of all you will be making a difference in a child or young person's life. The idea is simple: many disadvantaged children do not receive what we take for granted at this time of year and it can often be a lonely time for them. We have set up the appeal in order to give the children a small token for the end of the year, bring a smile to their faces and remind them that there are people out there who care! 우리의 첫 번째 프로젝트인 ‘선

물기부’행사는 쉽고 재미있고 정 말 보람된 일이 될 것 입니다. 누구 나 참여할 수 있고 시간도 거의 걸 리지 않으며 무엇보다도 여러분들 은 한 어린이나 청소년의 인생에 변 화를 줄 수 있을 것입니다. 이 행사 의 의도는 간단합니다. 많은 어려운 형편의 아이들은 연말연시에 우리 가 당연한 것으로 여기고 즐기는 것 들을 받지 못하며, 심지어 이들에게 연말은 때로 그저 외로운 시기입니 다. 연말 연시를 맞이하여 이 어린 이들에게 작은 선물을 주어 웃음짓 게 하고, 또 세상에는 그들에게 관 심을 가지는 사람들이 있다는 것을 알려주기 위해 선물기부행사를 마 련했습니다.

We are working with 3 orphanages and we want to give a gift to every child. There is such a large number of foreigners in Daegu and we would love for you all to help so this should not be a problem! We provide the gift bag and do the delivering so all you have to do is provide the gifts! continued on next page

DAEGU’S TIME TO GIVE 우리는 세 개의 고아원에 있는 모든 아이들에게 선물을 주려고 합니다. 대구에는 정말 많은 외국인들이 살 고 있기에 여러분들의 도움으로 이 번 기부행사를 문제없이 성공 해낼 것이라고 생각합니다. 우리는 여러 분들께 선물 가방을 나눠드릴 것이 며, 나중에 그 선물이 담긴 가방을 전달할 예정입니다. 그러니 여러분 은 선물을 사서 가방에 넣어주시기 만 하면 됩니다!

Give a Gift Appeal instructions: 선 물기부 방법

1) Come to one of our designated meeting times and pick up a gift bag which will include instructions and the age and gender of the child you have been matched with. 지정된 모임 시간 중에 한번 나와서 선물 가방을 가져가세요. 가방 안에 는 여러분과 짝지어진 어린이의 나 이와 성별, 구체적인 설명이 들어 있습니다.

2) Take the bag away and fill it with gifts. 20,000 won spending limit to make it fair for all children. Think things like pens, pencils, socks, jewelery, candy, toys etc. Just be considerate of the child's age and gender. 가방을 가져가서 선물을 담아주세 요. 모든 어린이들에게 공평하도록 선물은 20000원이 넘지 않도록 해 주세요. 펜이나 연필, 양말, 액세서 리나 사탕, 장난감 같은 것들을 생 각해보세요. 어린이의 나이와 성별 을 꼭 고려해주세요.

3) Return your bag to us at another meeting time! We will deliver the gifts to the children over the festive period. 선물을 담은 가방을 다른 모임 시간 에 돌려주시면 우리가 크리스마스 에 고아원의 어린이들에게 전달할 예정입니다.

Meeting Points: 모임 장소 You can pick up a gift bag or drop it back off at any of the following times and places. Just look for the 3 girls in triplet clothing and bows on our heads! 아래의 장소와 시간에 방문하여 선물가방을 받아 가거나, 선물을 담아 돌려주세요. 같은 옷을 입고 머리에 리본을 단 세명의 아 가씨들을 찾아주세요.

Facebook: Daegu's Time To Give (search for us!) Email: daegustimetogive@gmail.com Twitter: twitter.com/daegustime2give Phone: Rebecca Baker - 010 3545 0029 Bea Howells - 010 6394 3862 Sara Fayaz - 010 7673 5263

COLLECT, FILL, RETURN. Simple. 선물가방 받기, 선물 담기, 돌려주 기. 간단하죠?

We hope many readers will be interested in our project and look forward to seeing you soon! 우리 프로젝트에 대한 독자 여러분 의 많은 관심을 부탁 드리며 곧 만 나길 기대합니다.

For more information, to meet the team and to keep updated on any further projects and volunteering opportunities, please check out the following: 더 많은 정보를 원하시거나, 저희 팀과 함께 앞으로의 프로젝트나 자 원봉사 기회에 대해 계속 알고 싶으 신 분들은 아래의 방법을 통해 연 락주세요.

Downtown (Travelers) - Saturday 19th November, Saturday 26th November, Saturday 10th December, Saturday 17th December (LAST DROP OFF POINT). 시내(트레블러스) – 11/19(토), 11/26(토), 12/10(토), 12/17( 토-선물가방 반환 마지막 날)

Manchon (Angel in Us Coffee. Take exit 2 out of the subway station and you won't miss it). - Thursday 17th November, Thursday 24th November, Thursday 8th December, Thursday 15th December. 만촌(엔제리너스 커피: 만촌 지하철역 2번 출입구로 나오면 바로 찾을 수 있음.) – 11/17(목), 11/24(목), 12/8(목), 12/15(목)

Yongsan (Homeplus Dunkin’ Doughnuts. Exit the subway station and enter the Homeplus up the escalator. Turn right and you will see Dunkin’ Doughnuts. Easy peasy). - Monday 21st November, Monday 5th December, Monday 12th December. 용산(홈플러스 던킨도넛: 지하철에서 내려 홈플러스로 올라가 는 에스컬레이터를 타고 오른쪽으로 돌면 보임. 식은죽 먹기!) – 11/21(월), 12/5(월), 12/12(월).

ORGANIC LIVING

BRIGHT SMILE

Bright with and Beautiful Eyes and mouth are important factors to affect the first impression. Especially, beautiful smile is considered the most important factor for an attractive first impression. In this article, treatments to help you get the bright and beautiful teeth back which plays the greatest role on your gorgeous smile will be introduced. Tooth whitening

Professional whitening is the treatment that dentist make your teeth whitened by using a whitening material with high concentration and special light at the dental clinic. The effect of tooth whitening lasts 1~3 years. If you frequently eat food that easily stains teeth, the duration of the whitened teeth will be shortened. So, you can get it

Even and clean teeth are the most important factors for a beautiful smile. It is recommended for those who want to make teeth white and clean. Tooth discoloration and tooth whitening Tooth discoloration is caused when some staining materials such as coffee, nicotine and green tea penetrate the organic substance of dentin which is the internal substance of tooth.

Therefore, an adequate use of teeth whitening material, efficient treatment time, and the practitioner's expertise are vital factors for a successful teeth whitening.

checked every six months by visiting the dental clinic. If needed, a professional whitening can be done again. If someone wants to get a more effective result for the whitening, you can also do the self-whitening while having the professional whitening. During the day or while you sleep, you can do the self-whitening for yourself with the whitening kit made by the dental clinic by applying the whitening material to the whitening kit.

Professional whitening

Damage to teeth

The principle of tooth whitening is to oxidize staining materials with application of tooth whitening material whose main components are H2O2, and carbamide peroxide.

hite Submitted by MAC Dental Clinic Proofread by Suhyun Lee

You may be afraid that teeth whitening might make your teeth be weakened or sensitive. If you use untested whitening materials, you may experience such things. However, you don't have to worry about it with the professional whitening because dentists use safe and verified whitening materials only. Laminate Laminate is the odontoplasty that dentists slightly trim the surface of your teeth and attach thin porcelain plate on it. That is to say, laminate is the very cosmetic treatment that recovers damaged, deformed and stained teeth by attaching thin porcelain plate on the tooth surface. Since the laminate is the porcelain plate, with little discoloration, you can get the shape and color that you want for your teeth, which is the very aesthetic odontoplasty. Laminate is needed for following: -Small fracture of anterior teeth -Unfavorable tooth color; severe yellow or grey -Unusual tooth shape -Diastema; gap between anterior teeth -Overhang or rotation of only one or two anterior teeth All-ceramic, zirconia crown

BRIGHT SMILE All-ceramic is a way to naturally recover severely damaged teeth due to decay or abnormal shaped teeth. Unlike laminate which is the thin porcelain plate, it is the porcelain veneer, which fully covers trimmed teeth. In addition, in a variety of cases, it can be applied broadly. However, you should be aware that the teeth are required to be trimmed more than laminate. So it's better to decide after having enough consultation with your dentist. Advantages of all-ceramic crown -Aesthetically excellent; it is very similar to natural tooth because the light can be passed through it. -Little change in color and shape although time passes. -Good strength just as natural teeth -Custom-made teeth with suitable shape and color that you want Gingivoplasty There are people who have bright and harmonious teeth, but a forced smile. This can be caused by abnormal gum shape. Harmonious gum morphology is as important as beautiful teeth. The dentist can make gum be in an appropriate shape and so that the patient may have beautiful smile and satisfaction. Gingivoplasty is a procedure that dentist cuts gingiva with blade and give the patient beautiful and natural gum line. Recommendations for people. -Person whose gum is largely exposed when he (or she) smiles -Person who has asymmetrical gum line of anterior teeth area -Person who has short tooth crown because gum covers tooth surface excessively -Person whose gum is swollen during orthodontic treatment Confidence acts as the one of the most important factors in social life. Bright smile helps not only oneself to be confident, but others to be pleased. All members of MAC dental hospital think patients are my family. Also, when patients are satisfied with a bright smile after the treatment, that is the happiest moment for us.

CHRISTMAS 12.24-25 WEEKEND

Turkey time! Slow Roasted Turkey + Gravy +Stuffing + Cranberry sauce

The Daegu Compass would like to help you enjoy a great holiday feast. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll provide the slow roasted turkey (feeds 8-10ppl), gravy, stuffing and cranberry sauce. All you have to do is grab some friends, mash some potatoes and ask mom for that green bean casserole recipe. Turkeyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s are limited and will be sold quickly. Visit our website to reserve your Turkey today!

We deliver all over Daegu!

Reserve NOW!

99,000w - Dec. 1 - 8th 109,000w - Dec. 9 - 18th (Limited supply) delivery charges apply : 10,000w (20,000w Chilgok) more info : hami@daegucompass.com

www.daegucompass.com/turkey

EVENT CALENDAR

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December 2011

This is an overview of our July events. For more information on events in our calendar, check out the next two pages or email : events@daegucompass.com. Please email us your event information by December 15th for our January 2012 issue.

4 Korea National Ballet <The Nutcracker> @ Suseong Artpia

FRI

3rd Busan Christmas Tree Festival 12.1-1.9 @ 부산광복로일대

10 Art Beans:The Postcard Show @ Design Factory

The King’s Singers @ Suseong Artpia

3 Korea National Ballet <The Nutcracker> @ Suseong Artpia

4th SAFA (Seoul Art Festival Association) @ JW Marriott Hotel

SAT

Liberating Her stories @ Café Anthracite

17 Compass Christmas Charity Party @ SPA Elybaden, Champs Bar 24 Hour Theatre Challenge @ Buy the Book

VIA TRIO Goodbye 2011 Concert @ Suseong Artpia

Non-Verbal Performance NANTA @ Suseong Artpia 12.21-12.25

24 Christmas Day Turkey Delivery

Traveler’s Bar and Grill Pajama Party JEEEP CLUB PARTY

25 Christmas Day Turkey Delivery @ Reserve : http:// www.daegucompass.com/turkey

YeongDeok New Year Festival @ 삼사해상공 원 12.31 Pohang New Year Festival @ 호미곶 광장 12.31

30 BBoy & Ballerina @ Suseong Artpia 12.30-12.31

31 Traveler’s Bar and Grill New Year’s Eve Party JEEEP CLUB PARTY New Year’s Eve Party

EVENT CALENDAR OCTOBER 2011

Event Calendar December 1 - 17 SAT-SUN 12.3~12.4 Korea National Ballet <The Nutcracker>

MON 12.5 The Kingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Singers

THU-MON 12.10 Art Beans: The Postcard Show

SAT 12.17 24 Hour Daegu Theatre Troupe Challenge

SAT 12.17 Compass Charity Christmas Party

Time: 5:00PM Price: VVIP:100,000w / VIP:70,000w / R:50,000w / S:30,000w Place: Suseong Artpia Ticket: 053-668-1800 http://www.ssartpia.or.kr

Time: 8:00PM Price: VVIP:110,000w / R:80,000w / S:50,000w / A:30,000w Place: Suseong Artpia Ticket: 053-668-1800 http://www.ssartpia.or.kr

Time: 6PM - 10PM Price: FREE Place: the Design Factory Ticket: Facebook: Art Daegu

Time: 8:30PM Price: 10,000w Place: Buy the Book Ticket: daegutheatre@gmail.com

Time: 2:00PM Price: 10,000w Place: SPA Elybaden, CHAMPS BAR Ticket: Sign up Here! www.daegucompass.com/ poolparty

EVENT CALENDAR OCTOBER 2011

December 18 - 31 Event Calendar Time: 12.21, 22, 238:00PM / 12.24, 25-3:00, 6:00PM Price: R:60,000w / S:40,000w Place: Suseong Artpia Ticket: 053-762-0000

FRI-SAT 12.21-12.25 Non-Verbal Performance NANTA

http://www.ssartpia.or.kr

Time: 12.1~1.9 Price: Free Place: 부산광복로일대 Ticket: http://bctf.kr

Time: 12.31 Price: Free Place: 삼사해상공원 Ticket: http://www.yd.go.kr

Time: 12.30-8:00PM / 12.31-3:00, 6:00PM Price: VIP:60,000w / R:50,000w /S:40,000w Place: Suseong Artpia Ticket: 02-2266-3767

DEC-JAN 12.1~1.9 3rd Busan Christmas Tree Festival

SAT 12.31 YeongDeok New Year Festival

FRI-SAT

(토)~2012. (일) 기간 :: 2011. 2011. 12. 12. 31 31(토)~ 2012. 1. 1. 11(일) 기간 장소 장소 :: 영덕 영덕 삼사해상공원 삼사해상공원 일원 일원 주관 주관 :: 영덕군관광진흥협의회 영덕군관광진흥협의회 주관방송사 주관방송사 ::

12.30-12.31 BBoy & the Ballerina

http://www.ssartpia.or.kr

Time: 12.24-9:00pm / 12/31-9:00pm Price: FREE Place: Traveler’s Bar and Grill Ticket: 010-4591-4869 http://www.travelersbar.com

WED 12.24 & 12.31 Christmas Pajama Party & New Year’s Eve party

DAEGU ART VENUES

How to > Get there bring the Compass with you and show the taxi driver your destination

This is a guide to all the art centers in Daegu. Various art centers play a range of art performances: from musicals, nonverbal performances, operas, and classical plays. Check out our event calendar on p57 for some of the events playing this month. 61

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2. Ganga (Indian)

4. Pita Bono (Sandwich)

7. Japanese (Sushi)

3. Tasting Table (Italian)

1. Napoli (Italian)

5. Business Bar

6. Bin (Italian)

9. Africa (Pasta & Coffee)

8. Hai Long Bay (Vietnamese)

Minature Golf

10. Long Bar

Cafe Francessco

La Bella Cucina (Italian) Dusan Ogori 두산오거리

Suseong Lake Suseong Land (Amusement Park)

New York New York (Steak)

Suseong Lake area is one of the classiest places in Daegu. A perfect date area. After taking your sweetheart out to a nice meal, I’d recommend Napoli, Ganga, La Bella Cucina or New York New York, take a stroll around Suseong Lake until you come upon the famous ‘duck boats’ and paddle your way into each other’s hearts. Next, swing by the minature golf course and Suseong Land. Thanks to the photogs who took the great pics you see here. Aygul Sarvarova, Jeremy Taylor and Chanel Barlow. Photos by Aygul Sarvarova, Chanel Barlow and Jeremy Taylor

Suseong Lake area offers a change of pace to the hustle and bustle of downtown. Suseong Lake also boasts an amusement park (Suseong Land) reminiscent of those carnivals you went to with your parents at the local fair ground. There’s something to be said when you are on the back of the seahorse with a safety bar that barely locks you in place as you float for a few brief seconds in mid-air before being plunged back down in your seat. Thrilling, exhilarating are just a few choice words to descrribe the experience.

Seomun Market is Daegu’s biggest market. There are multiple areas dedicated to similar products. BARGAIN, it’s challenging, but fun. We hope you have an awesome time and try to enjoy and see as much of the market as possible. We would like to thank Dyren J. Billups-Adam for his photos of the different areas. Thanks bud!

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Food Court

Knicknacks, clothes, food

Textiles, Blankets, Leather goods

Women’s Clothes

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Main Entrance (5min walk to subway)

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You can find DoDo Manshown on your left if you turn left at the corner of above “Gook Su” and go straight 100m into Nammyeong elementary school. It's a little bit out of the way, but well worth the walk, especially on a pleasant spring afternoon when you can sit outside. The owner of DoDo and his girlfriend renovated two story house and turned it into a restaurant by themselves. DoDo’s most popular menu is “Kimchi Cream Pizza” and “chicken breast Pasta seasoned with soy sauce”, which are so called fusion dishes. There are different varieties of Pizza and Pasta available. Perfect place for dating for couples eating good food, watching the world go by.

Nam Gu Daemyeong 9Dong 486-19 / 053-657-6112 / Open 12:00pm~11:00pm(Sat.12:00am) / Wed. Close

You can spot this place on your left side opposite the Sleepless Seattle when you get off around 50m going toward Apsan from Nammyeong three way road. It reminded me similar small restaurants in Italy, with Firenze style T-bone Steak and Spaghetti Menu. Especially meat quality of T-bone Steak is quit good as using only 한우. Price is reasonable compared to others serving steak using imported meat at much higher prices. 350g T-bone Steak of 37,000won is enough portion for a couple. The tender meat was best to with red wine. Napoli pizza is also recommended menu. It was served with topping of fresh ingredients and thin soft dough at cost only 14,000won.

Nam Gu Daemyeong 9Dong 493-32 / 053-625.135 / Open 12:00pm~10:00pm Last order ~09:30 Break Time 3~5:00pm

ESPRESSO&COMPANY is on your left when you turn left from Hyunchungno Station. You should take exit 2. This restaurant opened this year in March. The owner, Tristan, used to work at the headquarters of Hand's Coffee; a popular Korean coffee franchise. With a variety of coffee beans to select from: Kenya, Brazil, El Salvador, Ethiopia, Colombia, Costa Rica, Guatemala and Papa New Guinea, ESPRESSO&COMPANY is not your typical coffee shop. Oh, they also have the premier espresso machine, La Marzocco, which is Italian made and costs about as much as a new car. There are only a handful of these machines in Korea and Daegu is lucky to have one. Tristan believes that quality coffee starts with the farmers, the delivery people, the baristas and finally you, the customer. Stop by and try the best coffee in Daegu at ESPRESSO&COMPANY.

Nam Gu Daemyeong 9Dong 493-40 / 053-621-8251 / Open 12:00am ~11:00pm(Sat.12:00pm) / Wed. Close

Bruch Studio is on your left when you turn right at Nammyeong three way road and go straight 50m. This restaurant was opened three months ago in May and the owner was a chef in a hotel. All white painted walls of there make interior bright and let me feel comfortable like home. Also brunch menu seems to be like what mom used to cook for me. And they do not use MSG at all. Their motto is to make good food. Highly recommended menu here is â&#x20AC;&#x153;Brunch Setâ&#x20AC;? consisted of Grilled Sausage, Bacon, Fried egg, Green salad, Soup, Baked potatoes, Toast, Americano coffee. Apple chutney flat bread is also popular menu.

Nam Gu Daemyeong 9Dong 509-2 / 053-202-3456 / Open 11:00am~11:00pm / Mon. Close

DOWNTOWN RESTAURANT GUIDE

Downtown Eats Drinks

Photos by Ivan Broida, Vacquer Richard, Fuzz @ www.chrischucas.com

The Daegu Compass and it’s volunteers have come up with this comprehensive guide to the bring you the best places to enjoy the night in beautiful downtown Daegu.

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\ Won’t break the bank \ Who cares, hav’n funz \ \ \ \ Millionaire Club

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Definitely a date place. Everyday 11am – 9pm Pasta, Handmade Pizzas

Bennigan’s

Map on p62

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053.424.8200 Everyday 11:30am – 10:30pm Western American Food

Berkeley

Map on p62

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053.421.8577 Everyday 11am-2am Pasta and Coffee

Bulzip

Map on p62

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053.257.2220 Everyday 11:30am – 10:30pm Samgyeopsal - thick slices of pork belly

Map on p62

Burnham’s Burgers \ \ 053.254.3320 Everyday 10:30am – 11pm Burgers and Milkshakes

Caliente

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053.426.2268 Everyday 11am – 4am Mexican & Bar

Chinese

Map on p62

(쨔쌰)

Map on p62

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Great for large groups! Everyday 11am – 3am Chinese Food

Map on p62

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Club That 010.8247.3939 Everyday 6pm – 4am Burgers, Mojitos, Wine

Map on p62

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Design Factory Awesome outdoor deck!

Everyday 11am – 9pm Coffee and Desserts

Map on p62

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The Holy Grill Take Out 053-255-4048 11:00am-10:00pm Sandwiches

Map on p62

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Dijon 053-422-2426 11:30am-9:30pm French Mediterranean

Map on p62

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Japanese

(웅)

Very busy on the weekend. Everyday 1pm – 2am Saki and Japanese Steak

Map on p62

KoKoChon

(꼬꼬촌)

Double cheese and ramen! Everyday 11am – 9pm Fried chicken and rice

Map on p62

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Lazy Diner

Interesting interior

Everyday 11am – 10pm Burgers and Breakfast

Map on p62

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Little Italia Chef studied in Italy.

Map on p62

Everyday 11am – 10pm Pasta and Wine

DOWNTOWN RESTAURANT GUIDE

Mies Container

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Electronic music and Bacon Pizza Everyday 11am – 2am Pasta, Pizza, Salad

Mies Factory

Map on p62

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One of the busiest restaurants downtown. Everyday 11am – 2am Pasta, Pizza, Salad

Quiznos Subs

Map on p62

Fuzz @ www.chrischucas.com

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Near Banwoldang for all your sub needs. Everyday 11am-9pm Subs and Sandwiches

Map on p62

Samcho-(Shovel Samgyeopsal)

053.252.1266 Everyday 3pm – 3am Samgyeopsal - thick slices of pork belly

Seoga & Cook

Map on p62

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053.254.9989 Everyday 11:00am – 11pm Korean Western Fusion

Seorae

Map on p62

Fuzz @ www.chrischucas.com

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053.255.8970 Everyday 4pm– 4am Galmaegisal - Korean BBQ

Map on p62

Traveler’s Bar & Grill \ 010.4591.4869 Weekdays 5pm–CL Weekends 12pm-CL Burgers, Hot Wings, Beer

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Fuzz @ www.chrischucas.com

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Camapkaha

9’s, 7’s ~ great beer!

Everyday 11am – 9pm Uzbekistan & Russian Food

Map on p62

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Vin

Great lunch specials Everyday 11am – 2am Pasta, Coffee & Desserts

Map on p62

What!

Different flavored Samgyeopsal.

Map on p62

Everyday 11am – 1am Samgyeopsal - Korean BBQ

DOWNTOWN BARS AND CLUBS GUIDE

Downtown Bars & Clubs

Photos by Ivan Broida, Vacquer Richard, Fuzz @ www.chrischucas.com

Daegu thrives at night. Downtown is loaded with bars and clubs to meet everyone’s drinking and partying needs. Challenge yourself and try out places you’ve never been.

Apple Lounge

\ Won’t break the bank \ Who cares, hav’n funz \ \ \ \ Millionaire Club

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Great interior and good drinks. Everyday 6pm – 4am Cocktails, Electronic music, Wine

AU Lounge

Map on p62

Fuzz @ www.chrischucas.com

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Upscale and good for large groups. Everyday 6pm – 4am Bottle service, trendy

Map on p62

Billi Bow & Dart

Fuzz @ www.chrischucas.com

Lots of Dart Machines and Pool Table Everyday 6pm – 4am Western food, on 2FL of Lotte Cinema

Blue Ketchup \

Map on p62

Fuzz @ www.chrischucas.com

053.286.1000 Everyday 6pm - 3am / Fri, Sat 6pm - 5am Korean fusion food

Bus Bar

Map on p62

Theme bar, fun atmosphere. Everyday 6pm – 4am Korean fusion food

Champs Sports Bar

Map on p62

Fuzz @ www.chrischucas.com

New bar in town ~ They came to play. Everyday 8pm – 4am Beer Pong, Darts, Air Hockey, Live Music

Map on p62

Communes \ Longest running bar in Daegu. A must go to. Everyday 8pm – 4am Beer, Trivia Night, Sports

Map on p62

Fuzz @ www.chrischucas.com

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Flower Bar Apple is the best!

Everyday 6pm – 4am Wine and Hooka Bar

Map on p62 Fuzz @ www.chrischucas.com Fuzz @ www.chrischucas.com

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Club Frog

4am~headed to Frog? Everyday 9pm – 4am Hip-hop / Dance / Party

Map on p62

Gold Label

Good for large groups who drink.

Fuzz @ www.chrischucas.com

Everyday 6pm – 3am Top 40 hits / Good Beer

Map on p62

Fuzz @ www.chrischucas.com

Go Go Party

Everyone’s favorite bag drink! Everyday 7pm – 4am Party / Hip-hop / Dance

Map on p62

Fuzz @ www.chrischucas.com

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Club G2

Upscale club, 17,000w cover. Everyday 9pm – 4am Party / Hip-hop / Dance

Map on p62

Fuzz @ www.chrischucas.com

Club JEEEP 010.7527.4879 Everyday 8pm – 4am Party / Hip-hop / Dance

Map on p62

Kush

Party all day, party all night. Everyday 8pm – 4am Pure Electronic Music

Map on p62 Fuzz @ www.chrischucas.com

Makgeoli

You should experience it once.

Fuzz @ www.chrischucas.com

Map on p62

Everyday 6pm - 3am Traditional Korean Tavern

DOWNTOWN BARS AND CLUBS GUIDE

MF Bar

My Favorite bar ~ owners are cool! Everyday 7pm - 4am Darts / Music Requests / Cheap Booze

Old Skool

Map on p62

Fuzz @ www.chrischucas.com

Ghetto blaster!

Everyday 7pm - 4am Hip-hop / Dance / Pool

Club Pasha

Map on p62

Fuzz @ www.chrischucas.com

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3 : 1 Women to men ratio, always. Everyday 9pm - 4am Large Club / Banging House Music

Teum Lounge

Map on p62

Fuzz @ www.chrischucas.com

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Classy lounge with a sexy, futuristic atmosphere. Everyday 7pm – 3am Electronic Music

Thursday Party I

Map on p62

Fuzz @ www.chrischucas.com

The best of the best go here.

Everyday 7pm – 4am Beer Pong, Darts, Danc’n

Thursday Party II

Map on p62

Fuzz @ www.chrischucas.com

053.252.1266 Everyday 7pm – 4am Beer Pong, Shuffle Puck, Darts

Urban Club & Lounge

Map on p62

Fuzz @ www.chrischucas.com

Live Music on the weekends.

Everyday 7pm – 4am Live Music, Darts, Hip-hop

Who’s Bob

Map on p62

Fuzz @ www.chrischucas.com

The Bob.

Everyday 8pm – 4am Beer Pong, Dart Machine, Pool

Map on p62

Fuzz @ www.chrischucas.com

RESTAURANTS AROUND TOWN

Compass Connoisseur

Check out these other great eats around town.

Suseong-gu

Indian

Ganga - http://www.ganga.co.kr

A cuisine worthy of Shiva. This upscale Indian restaurant has great curries. There naan is quite exquisite as well. You can even order samosas! Wash it down with a nice mango lassi and you have yourself an aroma massage for your stomach! Check out the Suseong-gu Compass map on p65 for directions. Lunch : 11:30am ~ 3:00pm Last Order 2:30pm Dinner: 17:30 ~ 22:00 Last Order 21:30 Weekend Hours: 11:30 ~ 22:00

053.768.3610

Kyungpook Uni. area

Indian

Indo Bang Rangi - 3F Restaurant

Sanjay welcomes you! Renovated and redesigned last year, this Indian restaurant is famous for it’s curries. The chef is from India and speaks English very well. Plus, he’s super friendly and will answer all your existential Indian food questions. The restaurant is located on the 3rd floor right across from Kyungdae Buk Moon (north gate). Check the Kyungdae Compass map on p64 for directions. 11am - 10pm everyday (except major holidays)

053.956.9940

Maya - 2F Restaurant

A wood-fired tandoor oven seeps into your senses as you enter the door to this fantastic Indian/Nepali restaurant. Relatively new to Daegu, about 2 years old now, this restaurant is a great escape from the retro-urban decor that most Daegu restaurants display. A cozy interior with exotic tapestries of the far east adorning the walls. Reasonable prices and great Thali sets round out this establishment. Check the Kyungdae Compass map on p64 for directions. 11:00am to 11:00pm everyday (closed Mondays)

Nepalese/Indian

053.214.1916

Sang-in Dong The Holy Grill Take-out - Delivery in Daegu

Western

The Holy Grill has taken it’s talents South. Well, the south part of Daegu that is. The Holy Grill Take-out store will deliver anywhere in Daegu as well. This is a fresh reminder that The Holy Grill will be part of Daegu for many more years to come. And coming soon, The Holy Grill Take-out downtown store will open, making it easier for you to enjoy their famous sandwiches. 11:00am to 10:00pm everyday

053.633.6665

HOTEL GUIDE

HOTEL HOTEL GUIDE GUIDE Welcome to the Daegu Compass hotel information guide. We will also be adding a guide about motels soon. Daegu is very spread out, and not all the hotels will be convenient for you. We hope our hotel guide will help you with making your decision on where to rest your weary bones for the night.

Downtown Area Hotels Novotel Daegu City Center Add : 대구광역시 중구 문화동 11-1번지 Tel : 053-664-1115 Website : http://www.novoteldaegu.com Email : rsvn@novoteldaegu.com

Eldis Regent Hotel Add : 대구광역시 중구 동산동 360번지 Tel : 053-253-7711 Website : http://www.eldishotel.com/ Email : eldishotel@hanmail.net

Nam Gu Area Hotels Hotel the Palace Add : 대구광역시 남구 봉덕3동 688-1번지 Tel : 053-471-9911 Website : http://www.hotelthepalace.co.kr/ Email : no - online reservation system

Prince Hotel Add : 대구광역시 남구 대명2동 1824-2번지 Tel : 053-628-1001 Website : http://www.princehotel.co.kr/ Email : prince@princehotel.co.kr

Near the nightlife Room rates start at 150,000won Fantastic all you can eat buffet!

Room rates start at 100,000won Close to Hyundai and Dongha Shopping

Near Camp Walker Room rates start at 99,000won Near Camp Walker Clean and Friendly

Room rates start at 105,000won Western and Korean rooms available

HOTEL GUIDE

Suseong Gu Area Hotels Daegu Grand Hotel Add : 대구광역시 수성구 범어1동 563-1번지 Tel : 053-742-0001 Website : http://www.taegugrand.co.kr Email : concierge@daegugrand.co.kr

Hotel Inter-burgo Add : 대구 수성구 만촌동 300번지 Tel : 053-6027-171, 173 Website : http://hotel.inter-burgo.com Email : feel20c@inter-burgo.com

Hotel New Young Nam Add : 대구광역시 수성구 두산동 888-2번지 Tel : 053-752-1001 Website : no Email : nynhotel@nynhotel.com

Hotel Ariana Add : 대구광역시 수성구 두산동 200-1번지 Tel : 053-765-7776 Website : http://www.ariana.co.kr Email : arianahotel@nate.com

Dong Gu Area Hotels Hotel J’s Add : 대구광역시 동구 신천4동 326-1번지 Tel : 053-756-6601~10 Website : http://hotel-js.com/ Email : http://hotel-js.com/

10 min from Dongdaegu station

Room rates start at 240,000won One of the top hotels in Daegu

Room rates start at 330,000won Daegu Casino is open! Great beer! 2FL MICRO-BREWERY

Room rates start at 110,000won

Across from Dongdaegu station Close to Express Bus Station

Room rates start at 160,000won Walking distance to KTX & Express Bus

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