(this article was published in the November issue of Groove magazine)
Flo
Nestled in the Rodeo Drive area of Apgujeong is a frozen yogurt paradise. Although the “fro yo” craze is in full force in the United States, Flo Gelato Dolce is new to Korea. Jae Kim opened up the first Korean location about 3 months ago. I met with Jae and he walked me thru the process of self-serve frozen yogurt.
After choosing a cup size, you select from 8 different flavors of frozen yogurt and gelato. Want to mix and match? No problem, that is the beauty of self-serve! Once you have your cup filled, you move over to the table housing 33 amazing toppings. There are no limits- if you want all 33 toppings and you think you can fit them in your cup, go for it!
(And then send me a picture because that would really be something to see!)
While some of the toppings are fairly standard- sprinkles, nuts, strawberries- others are unique. I was excited to see such choices as kiwi, watermelon, and rock candy in the mix.
You pay by weight, and for two loaded
down cups of frozen yogurt and toppings, my dining partner and I paid
under $10,000 KRW.
Flo works hard to use the best ingredients in their yogurt and gelato and the it pays off with a rich pure taste unlike any frozen yogurt I had growing up.
Flo also serves bottle water and
coffee, but I don't think you are going to have room for anything
else after you've had their yogurt. If you are like me, you'll think
its worth it to go back and order up a 2nd round!
Flo Gelato Dolce is located off of the
Rodeo Drive are in Apgujeong. The main archway entrance to the Rodeo
area is across from the Galleria Mall. Go three blocks down and turn
right at Banila co
(It's right across from Puma). Flo is a few
shops from the corner. It's a bit of a hike from the closest subway
station, so I would suggest sucking it up and taking a cab. It's
totally worth it.
Flo Gelato Dolce
02-548-1356
