Are you looking for the best desserts near Osan Air Base? Here are ten spots that international residents often vote for in the Pyeongtaek Food & Fun poll each year. Where is Osan Air Base? Osan Air Base is a US Air Force Base located in Singjang-dong, Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea. The area may also be called Songtan by both international residents and many Koreans who work with international residents. However, when people reference Songtan they may also be referencing Seojeong-dong, Jisan-dong, or parts of Godeok as well. Clarifying locations with exact addresses becomes important when sharing information for locations in this area. What Dessert Options Are Available? There are many dessert options to choose from near Osan Air Base. Businesses offer choices from cakes, donuts, and cookies to homemade macarons. Whether you are looking for a cozy cafe to enjoy a date night dessert or a quick stop to pick up donuts to share at the office, there are many great places ready to indulge your sweet tooth. Korean desserts often feature flavors that might not be as sweet as their American counterparts. Additionally, Korean desserts may come in flavors that are not as common in the states such as sweet potato or injeolmi. It is always fun to try some new flavors and check out the old favorites that might have a new spin on them. Consequently, you might find new options to order on future visits. However you choose to satisfy your need for sweets, you will find sweet treats to delight your senses. Best Dessert Spots Near Osan Air Base Keep in mind that these spots are the ones most commonly recommended by international residents who participate in the Pyeongtaek Food & Fun group. Therefore, this is not a scientifically sound survey based on empirical evidence. Above all, try each of these dessert spots near Osan Air Base and let us know your favorites. KimchiRednecks Reviews Two Local Favorites Learn about desserts near Osan Air Force Base on our YouTube channel! Final Notes From KimchiRednecks In conclusion, we have a serious sweet tooth and obsession with desserts (at least Melissa and Christy do!) As a result, the only downside to all of these dessert options is that we must exercise more to treat our habits! Therefore, if you are in the Osan Air Base area, we highly recommend checking out some of these fabulous options. If you are looking for a sneak peek prior to your visit, you can check out some of our videos on the KimchiRednecks YouTube channel. (There are many reviews in our Restaurant Reviews Playlist!) Finally, let us know about the dessert locations you find and love in the Pyeongtaek Food & Fun group. We enjoy learning about new places and seeing everyone’s fabulous food adventures! Location Clarification for this List While some of the dessert recommendations provided exist within walking distance of Osan Air Base Main Gate, other locations may require a car. In this blog post, South of Seoul provides its address and phone numbers. However, use this information in either Naver Maps or Kakao Maps for the best results. Such apps help you figure out how far each restaurant might be from you. How to Source Additional Information about Locations If you have questions about things like business hours, you can use the free foreigner support app/phone number 1330. Join the Pyeongtaek Food & Fun Facebook Group You are also welcome to join our Pyeongtaek Food & Fun Facebook Group. The South of Seoul moderated community of active and friendly Pyeongtaek international residents makes moving to Pyeongtaek easier. Volunteer with South of Seoul Interested in working with a fun team of talented volunteers? The South of Seoul volunteer team is always looking for other like-minded folks to research information, compile blogs, and edit content. KimchiRednecksAbout Melissa Edwards-Whittington & Chuck Whittington (KimchiRednecks) Chuck and Melissa—also known as the KimchiRednecks—have been living in Korea since 2017 and documenting their life abroad since launching their YouTube channel in 2018. Originally created to share their adventures with friends and family back in the U.S., KimchiRednecks has since grown into a vibrant and dynamic platform that reflects their love for Korean culture, food, travel, and everyday life. From foodie explorations and recipe experiments to gaming, tech, and car projects (especially the BRZ), their content offers a fun and honest window into expat life. Chuck Whittington is a graduate of Francis Marion University with a degree in Information Systems Management. With over two decades of experience in IT, Chuck combines his technical expertise with a long-standing fascination with Korea—having visited many times before moving permanently. He’s the tech-savvy side of KimchiRednecks and brings a love for innovation, gaming, and cars to the channel. Melissa Edwards-Whittington holds a degree in Bible with a minor in Elementary Education from Mid-Atlantic Christian University. She has worn many hats over the years—working in customer service, marketing, and now also serving as a volunteer Co-Editor and Social Media Marketing Manager for United on the RoK Magazine. Her writing and digital work focus on building community and supporting military-connected and expatriate populations in Korea. Melissa also volunteers with South of Seoul, where she helps manage online social media groups, supports local language exchanges, and creates original content to assist newcomers and long-term residents alike. Together, Chuck and Melissa share their lives with their three beloved Shih Tzu daughters—Minion, Sookie (forever in their hearts), and Mayhem—who are frequently featured in their videos and social media posts. Whether they’re sipping coffee at a neighborhood café, exploring hidden corners of Korea, or experimenting with homemade whiskey and brandy on their second channel, Shining with KimchiRednecks, Chuck and Melissa are passionate about sharing the real and ever-evolving journey of life abroad. One of their greatest joys is cooking, and they frequently document their culinary adventures—especially their experiences learning to prepare Korean dishes and other global cuisines—on their YouTube channel, inviting others to celebrate food, culture, and connection alongside them. 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You will love spending a day visiting Cafe Culture Street in Bojeong with you date (or family). Plenty of romantic restaurants and cafes near many different outdoor activities like skate board or a climbing wall.

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Pumpkin Spice Lovers, we’ve got your back. It’s pumpkin spice season in Pyeongtaek and we have a list of lattes to try. (updated September 2023) About Pumpkin Spice Lattes in Pyeongtaek US ex-pats are very lucky in Pyeongtaek because a few coffee shops cater to our weird fixation with pumpkin spice by creating their own homemade recipes. Each pumpkin spice recipe is a little different and all of them are pretty darn tasty. These lattes are not going to taste like Starbucks. Instead, they are rich and sweet concoctions that have been taste-tested and tweaked for each cafe’s customers’ taste. I think you are going to love them. Culture Points About Pumpkin Spice Lattes Please remember “Pumpkin Lattes” are NOT the same as “Pumpkin Spice Lattes”. Pumpkin lattes are full of flavor and a wonderful Korean fall treat. They are pumpkin and milk with no coffee and no spices. I get them at Starbucks and have them add coffee. Try Pumpkin Lattes but don’t confuse them with Pumpkin Spice Lattes. Indie Cafes v Starbucks Indie Cafes make better pumpkin spice lattes in our opinion. In 2021 Starbucks began offering US-style pumpkin spice lattes in Korea. However, the Korean Starbucks version tended to be weak in spice flavor and high in sugar. It felt boring and too sweet after years of magical homemade versions. Pumpkin Spice Lattes in Pyeongtaek Thank you for coming to my ‘pumpkin spice season in Pyeongtaek’ latte TED talk. Hopefully, I have helped bring a little basic joy into your life during this beautiful fall. Fall in Korea brings with it cozy flavors and seasonal favorites, and few are as beloved as pumpkin spice. Our friends at United on the RoK Magazine—a community-focused publication that highlights local life, culture, food, and resources for military-connected families and expats in Korea—shared some perfect fall reads. If you’re craving a taste of home, check out their guide to Pumpkin Spice Lattes in Pyeongtaek. For those who love baking, their Pumpkin Bread Recipe is a cozy must-try here. And if you want something savory, warm up your kitchen with Homemade Pumpkin Ravioli here. Join Cafes in Korea Don’t forget to join the Cafes in Korea group. You can explore coffee and cafe recommendations across Korea. Lanae Rivers-Woods, MAITLanae Rivers-Woods moved to Korea in 2011 where she lives in the countryside with her family, friends, and puppies. She holds a BSSW (Bachelor’s of Science in Social Work), a MAIT (Master’s of Arts in International Teaching), and registered by the Pyeongtaek Korean Times with the Korean government as a Cultural Expert. Ms. Rivers-Woods used her 15 years experience as a social architect, UX/UI designer, and technology consultant to found South of Seoul in 2015. South of Seoul is a volunteer organization that leverages technological tools to mitigate cultural dissonance in multi-cultural communities. Through South of Seoul, Ms. Rivers-Woods works with independent volunteers, non-profit organizations, businesses, local & federal government, universities, and US military organizations to develop solutions to support English speaking international residents in rural South Korea. Additionally, Ms. Rivers-Woods founded the South of Seoul smart phone app available for Google Play and iPhone. The app provides information a resources for those living and traveling in South Korea. When she isn’t in South of Seoul development meetings or working her day job, Ms. Rivers-Woods loves to be outside at skate parks, the beach, or playing in the mountains. www.southofseoul.net

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