Culips Everyday English Podcast Bonus episode #159 – Full House for Chuseok
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Oct 12, 2025 In a heartwarming tale, Andrew shares his experiences hosting his wife’s family for Chuseok, navigating the challenges of fitting eight guests into a small home. He highlights the delicious feast prepared, filled with dishes like galbi and dumplings, and emphasizes the importance of having extra food. Gift-giving turns into a playful competition with cash prizes, including a hilarious sticky-hand game. Listeners are left with insights on family gatherings and the joy of making cherished memories.
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Hosting Chuseok In A Tiny Seoul Home
- Andrew and his wife hosted eight family members in their small Seoul home for Chuseok, the Korean harvest festival.
- He describes the guests: his in-laws, his brother-in-law, his wife, and two nephews, making the gathering lively and crowded.
He Cooked Jeon While His Wife Led The Meal
- Andrew prepared jeon (Korean savory pancakes) while his wife cooked most of the meal and he handled cleaning and setup.
- He estimates he did about 10–15% of the cooking while his wife did the majority of the heavy lifting.
Creative Seating To Fit Eight People
- To fit everyone, Andrew cleared the living room and used a camping table, lawn chairs, and a low floor table as seating.
- He and his wife even sat on a folded low table used as a bench to make room for guests.
