Life in Seoul VLOG | Christmas Makeover, Cozy home cooking & Festive cafes 🎄

I’m fully embracing the holiday spirit here in Seoul! 🎄 Since I'll be travelling in December I’m giving my home an early Christmas makeover, baking and decorating gingerbread men, and visiting some of the coziest local cafes that are perfect for winter. ❄️
Here’s what’s in the vlog:
🎄 Decorating my house for Christmas
🍪 Baking gingerbread men
☕ Visiting festive cafes and markets
🏡 Cozy home cooking - simple meals cosy meals
I love these slower, cozy days in Seoul during winter, and I hope this vlog brings you some holiday joy too. 💕 Let me know how you’re getting into the Christmas spirit this year!
Recipes:
Ginger bread man: sallysbakingad...
Finnish Salmon Soup (Lohikeitto): lacuisinedeger...
Tomato cream pasta: nofrillskitche...
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Hi there! I’m Sol, I was born in Korea but grew up mostly in Sydney, Australia! After living in Tokyo for 4 years I’ve relocated to Seoul! I love to travel, find cute cafes and document my daily life. Thanks for stopping by and I hope you enjoy!
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[@SolLife_]

It’s a bit early but Merry Christmas! Wishing everyone a cosy holiday season! ❤️

[@Amaterasu8145]

Happy Holidays!

[@cocoperez7040]

Merry Christmas 🎄🎁

[@sellyyyy1126]

Merry Christmas ❤❤❤

[@inmyrearrview]

happy holidays !! 🫶

[@HildaMurray-n6h]

Thank you for sharing the Christmas lights it's just beautiful 😍😍😍

[@wiwiwiwiwiwiwi]

Your vlogs are like therapy to me. It's never too much neitheir too long, and everything feels at place. Thank you so much for making my holliday more chill 💝

[@SolLife_]

I’m happy to hear that! 💝

[@BongTraveloholicKasturi]

I actually enjoyed the vlog. I love Christmas 🎄 This is so cozy and beautiful ❤️

[@SolLife_]

I’m glad you enjoy it! 🎄

[@user-user-yeah7521]

thank you for posting! I find your videos very comforting after a long day

[@SolLife_]

I'm glad you find them comforting! 🥰

[@HildaMurray-n6h]

Thank you for sharing the Christmas lights it's just beautiful 😍😍😍

[@roshanshrestha3836]

It's such a guilty pleasure watching your video on my giant LG oled screen. You always manage to capture the essence of Korea in your videos. The Finnish salmon soup looked so yummy 😋😋😋..I will give it a try as well. ♥️♥️♥️

[@SolLife_]

Glad you enjoy it! Please do! 👩‍🍳🥣

[@rosamariaroldan1307]

Me encanta poder viajar a través de tus vídeos, es todo tan bonito...!!! Un fuerte abrazo 💕

[@sylvievandermotte8580]

Wouaaaaa magnifique le café merciiii pour la vidéo. 👍 🇧🇪

[@dianebaker5243]

A lovely Christmas video too watch.🎄⛄

[@juansebastiangaravitoescri6094]

Love your vlogs!! So calming!!

[@SolLife_]

Thank you!! 😊

[@rockyetsx70]

Another enjoyable experience. And an interesting soup recipe. Travel safe and enjoy your December Christmas, looking forward to seeing some winter vlog content after your snowy Instagram teasers.

[@SolLife_]

Thank you for watching! Took some amazing shots of the snow! Excited to share the next one ☃️❄️

[@sumansharma-i7k]

Enjoy the winter😊Merry Christmas to u as well.😊

[@chic-moon]

차분하면서도 로맨틱있고 멋있는 음악이 흐르는영상 훌륭합니다 영상하나만드는데 엄청난 비용과 에너지를 쏟아부어야하는걸 보는내내 느꼈습니다 가끔은 편하게 음악이흐르는 집에서 간단한 요리를하는 영상이라도ㅋ😂 열정을 쏟은 영상에 박수보냅니다👍

[@luhm846]

Thank you, God, for the opportunity of traveling to Korea and having an amazing stay every time ❤❤❤❤

[@SolLife_]

🥰❤️

[@si_kor]

Thank you so much girl for this vlog keep going love u 💗💗✨

[@SolLife_]

Thanks for watching! 🥰

[@solinasora4250]

Wow, lohikeitto, greetings from Finland, looks good 🥰

[@SolLife_]

Thank you! 🤗🇫🇮

[@jenm3056]

Thank you for sharing so much beauty and fun! All of your homemade food looked AMAZING, need to try the salmon soup. 🥰🙌🏽

[@SolLife_]

Thank you! Please do! 👩‍🍳

[@CDEFGAB-us9cr]

Thanks for the video. Beautiful as always!! The Manhole coffee was very interesting :)

[@SolLife_]

Glad you enjoyed it! 😊

[@maicacorralcalvete7828]

Me encantan tus vídeos. Qué bonito todo. 🎄

[@SolLife_]

🥰❤️

[@jennyholt2184]

Everything looks so pretty ❤🎄🎄☃️you live such an amazing life take care wishing you safe travels and Merry Christmas to you as well 🎄☃️

[@SolLife_]

Thanks for the well wishes! Merry Christmas to you too!🎄❤️

[@lifewithuroosa277]

Your vlogs are so cozy and calming.. Sending all the love from Pakistan😊

[@SolLife_]

Thank you so much 😊

[@BibbleCandyPopcorn]

I gave this video a LIKE, because 1) the beautiful intro 2) the cute things you bought 3) using spring onions in the salmon soup (I was thinking of doing this, but was afraid to substitute the leeks, now I will go ahead and make this soup with spring onions)

[@SolLife_]

Worked great with the spring onions!

[@marinabayomandu]

Sol, what a beautiful video! I got excited when I saw you visiting Modern House, it is of my favourite shops too, everything is just so nice! (: and yes, you feel more hungry now because temperature in Korea goes well beyond freezing so, you need more calories to keep yourself warm. Additionally, if you get a chance to visit a Dore Dore, do not miss the strawberry cream cake, it is awesome! I think you will like Dore Dore because their cakes are beautiful and delicious too.

[@SolLife_]

Strawberry cream cake is my favourite! I’ll definitely try when I visit 🍰💕

[@melodyiqian]

Just came back from Korea and I miss traveling there already 🥹 This vlog is so cozy and calming~ 🎄

[@SolLife_]

Hope you had an amazing trip! 🥰✨

[@sylvievandermotte8580]

Je vous souhaite un très joyeux Noël ✨️

[@Itsfaiza95]

Your videos are so beautiful, aesthetic ❤❤❤ 😍😍😍

[@SolLife_]

Thank you so much!!

[@kimnadeen_]

Merry christmas our sol. This week has been hard on me. Until now, I feel lethargic and have no energy to do anything for myself. I also feel empty inside, even though we have started the month of December, my favorite month, and the atmosphere of December, snow, music, pastries, hot drinks, and of course Christmas. Every year I look at the atmosphere of my favorite month via KZbin. I haven't actually experienced Christmas. Here, in the place where I live and the surrounding environment, it does not allow me at all to live and experience the feeling of Christmas, so I just look and fill my eyes with everything related to it, My favorite month. when I saw the library in the vlog and how they made the Christmas decorations look so magical, I couldn't stop my tears from falling. I don't know why, but I felt warm inside for a short time and I liked it. Hope you the best everyday ♡

[@abdulhaque6365]

Go for shopping durring chrismas in South Korea is not good for my wallet. Everything looks so beautiful 😍

[@SolLife_]

Definitely 💸😂

[@MagicGreenSquid]

That flyer peeled off the wall with perfect timing :-)

[@SolLife_]

I’m glad you noticed 😂

[@bdctrans70]

There is no such thing as too early for Christmas! Lol! I loved the variety of your video; I can feel the Christmas excitement within you! I have that Jazz record, and it is played every day! Thank you for sharing your wonderful video with us!

[@Usha67]

Beautiful as always❤ I really liked the Christmas decorations you did at your home( Simple and cosy). Please share the detail recipe of ginger bread. It looks very attractive so I will try to make it once.

[@SolLife_]

Oh thanks for reminding me! Added the recipes to the description 🥰✨

[@mariajohnston6888]

Wow that soup cooking compilation reminded me of Studio Ghibli! I love your videos, I showed my family them during some holiday gatherings this year and they loved your channel. I’ve been watching your videos for a while now and I adore them!! Thanks so much for posting for the holiday season. Merry Christmas from Ohio in the U.S.A!

[@shewalkscreator]

Thank you so much for showing us Seoul Chritmas! Looks truly beautiful and magical! ⭐ Also loved your Christmas buying and the Christmas tree 🎄

[@aishwaryabahurupe6030]

Yay!!! Finally 😍😍😍 I was waiting for Your christmas vlog ❤ It's really beautiful vibe 😍 Please visit night Christmas market if possible 💖

[@SolLife_]

Thanks for watching! I will try to visit the Christmas market for next year! 😊🎄❤️

[@aishwaryabahurupe6030]

@@SolLife_ ❤️

[@yaqeenjkbts]

One day I will leave France and live in Korea ❤❤

[@LetsFlyBluebird]

Living in South Korea can be challenging due to its high cost of living, intense work and study culture, language barriers, and societal pressures. But korea is beautiful no doubt about that.

[@yaqeenjkbts]

@@LetsFlyBluebird France is also very expensive and at least I will live in a clean country. In France there are also high costs. The only barrier is the language. Otherwise, comparing Korea and France, Korea is undoubtedly better. There is respect and there is no big racism like in France.

[@astroyosei]

And korean idols fancy paris so much:D people always want what they dont have

[@si_kor]

U can fo it girll don't worry

[@yaqeenjkbts]

@@astroyosei Because quite simply we are human beings and our tastes are different and I respect all tastes and opinions, but when I compare France and Korea, for me Korea is much better and I repeat, for me this is my taste

[@МаргаритаРусина-с3ж]

Мне понравилось. Атмосферное и уютное видео 🤩🎄

[@meat_loves_wasabi]

Saw Seoul had heavy snowfall few days ago… Currently exploring Kyushu area and only had rain.. on bright side still can see so many trees still having green, yellow & red leaves in end November

[@SolLife_]

The snow was amazing! But Japan also seems to be just entering autumn now!

[@kimberlywhelan8304]

That delicious soup you made is called a "chowder" in the U.S. Merry Christmas!

[@SolLife_]

Merry Christmas! 🎄

[@pennytinker2356]

your christmas tree is lovely

[@ilu8409]

Another enjoyable video. I find it happy, calming, creative, and satisfying. Not to forget inspiring! Thank you Sol for sharing your vlog. I'm looking forward to the next episode.

[@SolLife_]

I'm so happy to hear that! 😊

[@AnkDao969]

After watching all of your vlogs, I have learnt a lot of valuable things such as being alone. You still have your best life when you are alone, that's beautiful!!! I'm quite curious about your career, hope you will share more about it ❤❤

[@iyap.l9425]

I am tired right now, but seeing your video is really my therapy sol😭☘💟

[@SolLife_]

I hope it brings you some peace! 🎄❤️

[@jayasudhamudaliyar6630]

Watched your vlog for the first time and already in love with your vibe😍 P.S. Subscribed Immediately, need more amazing vlogs like this....Love you and Merry Christmas to you and your Family❤

[@luhm846]

I've never been this early. I'm still catching up on old videos as I'm a month old here🎉❤

[@SolLife_]

Welcome to the channel! Hope you enjoy!😉❤️

[@luhm846]

@SolLife_ I love your videos so much, I'm literally watching them like my kdramas 💕♥️

[@usamamalik420]

Sol you make my weekend absolutely superb with your timely vlogs ❤❤😊

[@SolLife_]

Aw I’m happy to hear that! ❤️

[@usamamalik420]

@SolLife_ I'll always support you and your work ✌✌😊

[@MagalyMendoza-u1b]

So pretty Christmas decorations

[@gabiscully]

What a beautiful, cozy and inspiring video! Thank you ❤

[@SolLife_]

Thanks for watching! 🥰

[@shahzadrani9497]

Thank you for this enchanting journey ...Christmas is beautiful anywhere ...😊

[@SolLife_]

It really is!🎄

[@sylvievandermotte8580]

Bonjour de la Belgique. Moi aussi j'ai fais mon sapin c’est plus gaie car il fait vite nuit et j’ai besoin de lumière 😊 Ton sapin est très beau. 👍

[@AngelKen-bq2kz]

Nice video. Christmas seems to be nice time to visit Korea.

[@atventurejournal]

Such a cosy vibe! I want to try that chestnut tiramisu 😊

[@serinakhor2727]

Sending love ❤️ from Malaysia! The Manhole Cafe was interesting 😊Take care because I saw the news that Korea was snowing 🌨 thick

[@rizowalla_]

Adorei o vídeo! Não sabia que tinha tantas decorações de Natal na Coreia do Sul. Uma mais bonita que a outra. 😊

[@AICarols]

I've made some excellent Christmas songs but they still don't have this beautiful feeling. Congratulations!

[@lizaahmed1031]

yay i'm early today , i'm pretty sure the vd is gonna be calmimg. my exam is going on so in these hectic days your video will be my comfort ❤❤

[@SolLife_]

I hope this video brings you some peace! 🎄❤️

[@lizaahmed1031]

@@SolLife_ take love

[@Chiisanabatta]

Christmas stuff and decorations 2 or 3 months in advance already made me so tired of it… is not even December yet 😅 feels like just buy buy buy season

[@zombiescanbuynsellygotamark666]

[@Stellaris556]

Came back from both Seoul & Busan trip 3 days ago. Also I was there at Starfield Gangnam.

[@SolLife_]

That’s a great place to visit! Hope you had an amazing time🥰✨

[@nadiarahman0115]

So happy to see your video ❤😊

[@SolLife_]

Thank you so much for watching! 🥰

[@areareare9953]

You have to go back for the Vince Guaraldi Christmas album!! Everyone pretty much was raised on that one. I'd love to find a snow-covered Hanok to decorate my tree with. ❤

[@SolLife_]

Will have to go back for it next time! 😍

[@あかお-e1m]

14:02 Must be watching Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban:)

[@itchifeet]

Snow globe!! ❤❤❤😍😍😍🫶🏼🫶🏼🫶🏼

[@SolLife_]

😍😍😍

[@janicelinett3702]

Very, very pretty tree you did great

[@wolfco47]

I share your cheese to pasta ratio preferences. That looked delicious! Thank you for sharing your adventures.

[@SolLife_]

Just the right amount! 😂🧀

[@guddyvsv2551]

Enjoying your vlogs still a lot to catch up ❤❤

[@SolLife_]

I'm so glad you're enjoying them! 💖

[@Taeya_.10]

Thank you for your beautiful videos 🎀❄️🤎

[@choonkeatteoh3214]

Of course, Starfield library must be visited

[@renerivera9715]

Amazing ❤

[@SolLife_]

Glad you enjoyed it!🎄

[@aungnaingoo6333]

Thank you

[@Cliffyboyy]

This was a very beautiful video

[@SolLife_]

Thank you 🥰

[@TrungNguyen-ul8gm]

Merry Christmas in Da Nang December ?!

[@chelle.chelle]

Nobody does Christmas trinkets better than South Korea and Japan!

[@SolLife_]

Would have to agree! 🎄😍

[@t6lx__19]

I really enjoyed with this video 💗💗💗🙂‍↕️

[@SolLife_]

Thank you 🥰❤️❤️

[@KillerTacos54]

Amazing

[@SolLife_]

Thanks for watching! 🥰

[@AlexandraKovacs-dn4sm]

Hi Sol! May I ask what amplifier you use for your vinyl record player? I bought one myself not long ago, but it turned out that it is so quiet because mine also needs an amplifier... so I am now looking for a solution.

[@SolLife_]

Hmm my one connections to my Bluetooth speakers and the sound seems fine. Not sure about amplifiers!

[@choonkeatteoh3214]

Gosh, was that your first shot of your side angle? Lol

[@Jion_jungkook77]

Oh my dream

[@lawngaiyi]

Real tree makes the house smell fresh in the winter. Plastic wedding flower is not a good sign. Take caution. ♈♏♊ But I really love the christmas tree candle. 💯🤗

[@mersmonilla]

Team early bird ❤

[@SolLife_]

Yay! 🥳

[@Fu4neral]

Would love to live in a city like seoul

[@SolLife_]

Amazing city!

[@graceturnip8256]

Twoo,happyy

[@SolLife_]

❤️

[@ferielfifi8880]

❤❤❤❤

[@SolLife_]

❤️

[@bettykwong3369]

🎄

[@naifawahidi]

Gorgeous

[@rockyetsx70]

Just reading about the whole situation with the political fight over martial law being declared in South Korea, things sound quite bananas and more than a bit scary. Stay safe out there.

[@olgkorin8874]

о уха с черным хлебушком :)

[@TK0523]

❤

[@KKIuu-nx8tx]

first!

[@SolLife_]

🙌

[@DarioushAryan]

bravoo

[@cheltbabe]

Are you ok over there, just seen that Marshall Law has been declared?

[@flyergowest]

🇨🇦👍

[@Dawn_LR]

No clue why it is called Holiday Season? when nobody goes on a holiday. Nobody I know has a holiday or goes away, ir affirds lavish trips lols! Personally, I don' t actually celebrate Christmas. But I guess people buying things is their version of celebration. I just like watching others videos lols! 😊not everybody has a family or reason to be happy at this time. If you do that is good to know. Christmas is about Jesus coming into the world, not about ibdulging and gifts. Odd people forget this fact. 😔💖

[@elainecooper169]

Wish I could move to another country and never come back to US.

[@adyaaa]

just heard about the martial law whilst watching your video... please stay safe

[@melinaknox5680]

I love your videos, but wish there was less cooking. Have a great day!

[@hachistrawberries]

Yay! new video, therapy time 🩷. my dream is to spend Christmas in Seoul, it's such a decorated place and full of entertainment attractions at this time of year

[@SolLife_]

Love all the decorations here! Hope you can visit sometime 🥰

[@hachistrawberries]

@@SolLife_ thank you so muchh!