How to Handle that __X__ smell

where X = MISO SOUP

I read the JoongAng Daily, one of many Korean newspapers for foreigners, and today came upon the following column (here's the source), that had me wondering how close I was to not seeing Gene Bora perform at the concert ...

How to handle that barbecue smell

Plan your day in advance to avoid social embarrassment

Here's this week's tip on Korean language and customs:

Q:
My friends, colleagues and family members do enjoy looking up one of those Korean barbecue restaurants all over the town, but even though the meat is delicious, the terrible stench afterwards not only bothers us but also other people.

One of the most embarrassing moments was when my wife and I went to a classical concert right after a meal at a barbecue restaurant; people sitting next to us complained loudly about the smell, so we ended up excusing ourselves. Is there any solution to remove the stench?

A:
Nothing but thorough washing or dry cleaning can remove the stench of barbecue once it gets into your clothing. If you don't shower, your hair can retain the unpleasant smell for many hours.

To avoid embarrassment, it's best to plan ahead to schedule your social events; if possible, simply cancel visits to barbecue restaurants before important engagements.

If you can't avoid going to a barbecue restaurant, prepare a fresh change of clothes in advance. Upon reservation, ask for a table located in a very well-ventilated spot, and once there, remove your coat to minimize the odor it absorbs. Some barbecue restaurants have deodorizers, but you can use your own deodorizer or perfume to mask the odor, at least temporarily.

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