Alkongi's First Children's Day
Yes, I know it’s a bit creepy for me to make a big deal about Children’s Day for a fetus. (BTW–Alkongi has graduated from embryo … Read more
The Olive Garlic Roll
I’ve heard the rumors of its existence. My crack photography skills caught a glimpse of this freak of nature: Dunkin’ Donuts’ Olive Garlic Roll. It’s … Read more
Rice Cooker Series: Biscuits for Strawberry Shortcake
Things come together at different times. It’s been a while since my last rice cooker recipe, but not for the lack of trying. Frustration builds when you are … Read more
Tip: Soju as Industrial Cleaner
Eun Jeong actually got this tip from Korean TV. Everyone knows that common industrial soju is not the traditional rice whiskey that was its origin. … Read more
10 Magazine: Big Food Issue for April
This past month was a good bit of work for 10 Magazine. Late February, I was getting ready to go to Daegu on assignment for … Read more
Sh-wing, How We Miss You
Just had a little wistful moment remembering a great little place in Apgujeong off of Rodeo Drive called Sh-wing. It was a great spot to … Read more
Tip: Pork Tenderloin Ain't So Pricey
We were at the Anyang Central Market the other day, and I was in the mood to grab a rack or two of ribs. I … Read more
Audio: Korean Food Survival
Here’s a recording of my hour-long talk on basic kitchen survival skills and how to cook foreign food in Korea when there’s only Korean food … Read more
TEDx Seoul and KOTESOL Talks
The two presentations turned out well. The TED event was full of energy–passionate intelligent people. It also helped the mood that there was a little … Read more
A Day at the Filipino Market
Thanks to the comment section, I’ve found International Underground, a web site and group that helps give voices in Korea that are usually kept silent. … Read more