Sokcho Squid Festival is a must-visit event

One of the unmissable attractions in Sokcho is the Dongmyeong Port Squid Market. This market operates exclusively from May to September each year and is renowned as a special place where you can enjoy fresh squid in various ways. Especially, you can savor squid dishes at seaside food stalls while enjoying a relaxing time, making it a favorite spot for many travelers. 🩵 🦑 Signature Dishes to Enjoy at the Squid Market Squid Sashimi: Thinly sliced fresh squid offers a chewy texture and a subtle sweetness that is simply delightful. Steamed Stuffed Squid: Squid stuffed with assorted vegetables and glass noodles, then steamed, combines tender meat with spicy seasoning for a hearty meal. Squid Cold Soup: A summer delicacy made with chilled broth, shredded vegetables, and squid sashimi, served with ice. The tangy and sweet seasoning enhances the unique umami of squid. Spicy Squid Salad: Boiled squid mixed with vegetables and spicy sauce makes for a perfect savory and spicy appetizer. Squid Sausage: A local specialty, squid sausage is made by stuffing glutinous rice, vegetables, and meat into squid and steaming it, offering a unique texture and flavor. ✨