Korea may be one of the world’s leading economies and fastest developing nations, but its modern history is a turbulent one. To the outsider, it can be difficult to spot the signs of Seoul’s struggles and suffering through the glitz and glamour of the city’s sparkling facade. But if one looks in the right places, …
Month: August 2016
I’ve been living in Korea for over seven years now, so it pretty much feels like “home”—or close to it. But, every once in a while I do find myself missing home, the good ol US of A. These feelings of homesickness usually arise when I least expect them. They might spring up after a …
Ever dreamed of rubbing elbows with the likes of Brad Pitt, George Clooney or Angelina Jolie? What about K-star heartthrobs like Lee Min-ho, Hyun Bin or Kim Soo-hyun? Or, perhaps you’d prefer to get up close with historical figures like Leonardo Di Vinci and Ghandi, or world famous athletes such as Lionel Messi. Well, now …
It’s a widely known fact that Poles love their vodka, a spirit with a history and culture that are as interesting and complex as Poland itself. Which is exactly why sampling the national beverage was a main priority of mine when visiting Warsaw last month. But instead of braving the bars (which sources say there …
Notice: The Beastro is now closed as of October 2017. This summer is, without a doubt, the hottest I can remember in all my years in Korea. The nights are sleepless, the cicadas are painstakingly loud and the air is immediately sweat-inducing upon contact. What better excuse to find a cool spot to eat, drink …