If You Lived Here

How Annandale Evolved Into a Hub for Korean-American Culture

Annandale residents discuss how their community evolved into a hub for Korean-American culture. Over the past several decades, Korean restaurants and businesses have played a significant role in revitalizing struggling areas of Annandale and earned the community the title of Virginia's original Koreatown. Kogiya, a Korean BBQ restaurant, shows the interactive and engaging nature of Korean cuisine.

How Annandale Evolved Into a Hub for Korean-American Culture

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