The 5-Day Market


We are slowly getting to know our surroundings. Our closest town is called Moseulpo, which is only a 20-minute bus ride for us. Each town has a five-day market on different days and for Moseulpo, our market is on the days that end in 1 and 6. Last weekend, we got a bus reprieve and some very kind coworkers volunteered to drive us to the five-day market. It is a place to buy just about everything, but we bought a lot of grains and fruits. They also sell a lot of delicious freshly made food, and even clothes and live chickens. When we were done, we also stopped by the Ole Center and bought our Ole passports, but that is for another blog. Most prices are listed and haggling does not seem to be a thing, which is really nice for us. All of the merchants are very kind and patient. The grocery stores here are very nice (a lot like the U.S.), but the markets are fresher, cheaper, and have a different selection. 



Squid (so much squid, and so many squid boats) 

Fresh fish

The older ladies seem to have a smaller selection, but it seems like you should buy from them. Here is Twyla exploring some new greens.

Peppers are a big part of the diet. I am a big fan. Some of these bring the heat. 

Kimchi

Tangerines are the island's mascot. So many tangerines. 

Dried fish is a big thing. Not sure for what yet, but I am sure it is in more things than I know. 

More fresh fish. Not sure what these guys are, but it is fresh. 

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