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A mandarin orchard that was converted into an art space

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A quiet, organic specialty cafe based in a mandarin orchard

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A small café with a citrus-based menu near Sinyangseopji Beach

A shot of vitamin C: Jeju Island’s citrus cafes

During the winter season, Jeju is overflowing with a variety of delicious and healthy citrus crops. About 99% of Korea’s mandarin yield comes from Jeju. From the end of October, its orchards burst with bright orange fruit which hang heavy on the branches of the trees. The nutritional benefits of its citrus crop are well known. Among other things, its alkaline properties promote calcium absorption and the vitamin C boost helps you recover from fatigue and makes your skin healthier. So here we’re introducing a few of the island’s citrus cafes, so you can enjoy these delicious, healthy home-grown beverages and foods for yourself!

Savor a fresh experience: Jeju mandarin orchard cafes

There are many kinds of cafes operating all around the island. In the city center or out in the countryside you can find rooftop cafes, repurposed agricultural warehouse cafes, and cafes with a view of the forest and the sea. But around this time of year, cafes in ripening mandarin orchards are amazing! So here are a number of cafes in Jeju where you can drink fresh citrus beverages, eat mandarin orange desserts, and even try your hand at mandarin picking!