The European Christmas Market in Seoul: Too Odd to Be Truly Disappointing

Last week I went with My Bish (Abigail Flores) and her sister and her friends to the European Christmas Market. When you're and expat in a generally non-Christmassy country, you look for events and activities to provoke that holiday spirit and this looke… more »

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Throwing Parties

Playing at Santa's with Phil Gaita

On August 6th I got to play with Phil Gaita at Santa Claus. Every first Saturday of the month, Santa's hosts an open mic. In the middle of it all, there is one showcase act that plays a 20~30 minute set; in August that was Phil and myself. I really enjoy… more »

Macchinetta Morning

I rarely use my macchinetta and I don't know why. Maybe it's the putting it together, taking it apart, cleaning, resetting the grinder--I don't think any of that should be a barrier but it appears like it is so because I love the coffee it makes but hard… more »

Eat Chinese Food Only with Chinese Chefs

I went to Ho Lee Chow in Itaewon for the first time. I've heard comments ffrom people ranging from "great" to "alright, nothing special" to "I'll never eat there again." Consistency in a kitchen is a difficult thing and Chinese food, as a great cuisine,… more »