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Of course. I'd like to discuss mealtime in Korea. Similar to other countries, we typically have three meals each day: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Nonetheless, some individuals frequently skip breakfast and practice intermittent fasting to maintain their desired body weight. Personally, I opt for small snacks like cereal bars or a banana.

Among these meals, I believe dinner holds the utmost importance. It's a significant time when family members can come together and converse.

Regarding customs, in Korea, it's customary for younger individuals to wait until the oldest person starts eating. Additionally, it's considered impolite to use smartphones while eating.

How about your country? Are there any unique customs or rules you follow during meals?

Unforgettable meal? Well… I must admit, I don't have a particularly remarkable experience to share. However, how about I recount a time when a dining experience didn't meet my expectations?

Let me tell you about it. I visited a renowned restaurant on Jeju Island. This place was famous for its raw fish dishes and came with a hefty price tag of around $100 per person. Quite astonishing, isn't it?

So, I decided to try their chef's special raw fish set meal, expecting something exquisite. But unfortunately, it turned out to be a culinary disaster. The salmon sushi was not only unappetizing but downright unpleasant. I struggled to finish it, feeling nearly queasy. I couldn't fathom why this dish had garnered any positive reputation.

Initially excited about indulging in fresh raw fish, my excitement was met with a stark letdown. This experience left such an impact that I still remember it vividly. It taught me a valuable lesson – not to rely solely on online reviews.

I use food delivery services quite often these days because delivery platforms have made the whole process so much easier and more convenient.

But things weren’t always like this in the past.

Of course, delivery services existed, but they were nothing like what we have now.

Back then, we had to call restaurants directly to place an order, and it wasn’t always easy.

Sometimes, I had to wait on hold for five or even ten minutes, especially during busy hours.

And the options were pretty limited too — mostly Chinese food, pizza, or fried chicken.

Now, things have completely changed.

We no longer need to make phone calls or wait endlessly on the line.

With just a few taps on an app, we can order almost any kind of food we want, whenever we want it.

Thanks to this kind of technology, life has become much more convenient.

Personally, I often use a platform called Delivery People, and honestly, I think I’m gaining weight because of how easy it is to order food these days.

So as you can see, the way we order food has changed drastically, and I think it’s a perfect example of how technology continues to shape our daily lives.

I've definitely noticed a big change in the way people do their food shopping.

Let me walk you through it step by step.

In the past, the only way to get groceries was to visit markets in person.

Even when people wanted to buy things in bulk, they had no choice but to carry everything home themselves.

This was especially difficult for those without a car.

Let me share a personal memory.

When I was a kid, I loved watermelon.

But buying one was always a challenge because carrying it home was no joke.

I used to say I had to sacrifice my arms just to enjoy that one fruit.

But now, things are completely different.

Online grocery shopping has become the norm.

I regularly use platforms like Coupang and Market Kurly, and they make everything so convenient.

All I have to do is scroll through my phone, pick what I want, and place an order with a simple tap.

If I want a watermelon now, I don’t need to carry it. I just need a finger tap.

So as you can see, there has been a huge shift in shopping habits.

I no longer have to sacrifice my arms to get what I want.

And honestly, I’m not complaining.

Wow, this topic is a bit overwhelming.

Honestly, it feels like rocket science to me, and I wish I had a moment to think about it.

Nothing really comes to mind right away.

But actually, I do remember watching a short video clip a few months ago that completely shocked me.

In the video, a man was seen urinating inside a brewery, and to my surprise, it turned out to be the facility of Qingdao Beer, one of the most famous beer brands in China.

This incident quickly went viral, not only in Korea but across the globe.

Everyone around me was talking about it.

I also saw a news report that said the company’s sales dropped by 30 percent after the video went public, and their stock value reportedly fell by over a billion dollars.

Personally, I love Chinese food, and Qingdao beer used to be my go-to drink whenever I had something greasy or spicy.

But after seeing that clip, I haven’t touched it since.

It really changed the way I feel about the brand.