Survive & Thrive in Korea
Really, I think there is something to be said for Korean Xenophobia. Rather, something should be said because I think Koreans don’t consider themselves to be xenophobic. I can’t fathom why not. I mean, just own it, embrace the truth of it, and then do something to change it. Unless of course there is an […]
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Yup, another Mexican place in Korea! It’s almost an epidemic! For some reason I have been craving Mexican food and have been searching every nook and cranny of Seoul for any place serving up a tortilla chip let alone a burrito. My latest excursion brings you On the Border in Sinchon! Relatively new to Seoul […]
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Head’s up to the Marmot’s Hole for posting an article from the Chosun about foreigners reacting to Korean invasions of personal space and other matters of etiquette. I know I have experience some cringe worthy moments during my time here. The most funny and eye roll worthy was the instance where I was having a […]
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Yes, in case you didn’t know it the year 2008 is the year of the rat. Now, from a western point of view, being born in the year of the rat may seem like an ominous or att the very least unpleasant piece of fate. Who can’t help but think of that dastardly Templeton from […]
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Seoul really has some unique and interesting buildings. I thought it would be fun to post a few pics of the ones I have come across. This time I’m bringing you the KBS building above. It’s in Mokdong near Hyundai department store. The big O outside of the KBS building might be there logo or […]
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Krema is a coffee shop and cafe located in Shinchon. The place proved to be a great spot to escape the rain and grab a cup of steamy hot mocha love. As you can see below Krema, is “working hard for your life.” And, you know, if coffee wants to work hard for me then […]
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