{
  "id": 12308930,
  "title": "Seoul unveils 2026 Gourmet 100 list to map out capital's best bites",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/06/seoul-unveils-2026-gourmet-100-list-to-map-out-capitals-best-bites-12308930",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-06T05:37:02.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Korea Times",
    "slug": "the-korea-times-koreatimes",
    "url": "https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/lifestyle/people-events/20261006/seoul-unveils-2026-gourmet-100-list-to-map-out-capitals-best-bites"
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  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Seoul has unveiled its 2026 Gourmet 100 list, a comprehensive guide to the city's best dining establishments. The guide, launched by the Seoul Metropolitan Government, spans seven distinct categories: Korean, Western, Asian, grill, vegetarian, cafe and dessert, and bars and pubs. A panel of 60 Korean food experts selected the 100 restaurants and food establishments, with 25 newcomers joining this year's list.\n\nThe categories are diverse, ranging from fine-dining Korean pillars to Western cuisine, Asian flavors, Grill establishments, Plant-Based eateries, and Bars & Pubs. The newly expanded Cafe & Dessert section showcases the city's sweet treats. The 2026 selection highlights both high-end gastronomy and casual neighborhood spots across the capital, offering international travelers a curated path through Seoul's culinary landscape.",
  "summary": "From hidden neighborhood eateries to trendy dessert spots, Seoul is offering international travelers a curated path through its culinary scene with the launch of its 2026 Gourmet 100 guide and an expanded citywide food festival. The Seoul Metropolitan Government said Tuesday that 100 restaurants and food establishments were selected across seven categories — Korean, Western, Asian, grill,…",
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        "outlet": "The Korea Times",
        "title": "Seoul unveils 2026 Gourmet 100 list to map out capital's best bites",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/06/seoul-unveils-2026-gourmet-100-list-to-map-out-capitals-best-bites",
        "published": "2026-10-06T04:32:04.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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