Was hoping to snap a slam-dunk sunset photo on last day of 2011, but turned out to be a pretty ordinary evening. Kinda reflects my year... which was average, but in a good way considering how volatile the world has been in many aspects over the past 12 … [Read more...] about Last evening of 2011
Life in 30s
Passport lost & found
Went to Vietnam last week. A mini saga occurred when I was back at the airport at Kuala Lumpur, when I realised that my passport was not in my possession... I wouldn't panic under most circumstances, but a series of (chaotic) events preluded the … [Read more...] about Passport lost & found
Hong Kong Wong Tai Sin Temple
Revisiting Wong Tai Sin Temple after three years. WTS is one of the most iconic temples in Hong Kong, famed for "answering" the prayers among believers. A few extra attractions have been added to the temple compound since my 2007 visit, and there's a lot … [Read more...] about Hong Kong Wong Tai Sin Temple
Defeated
My first visit to a doctor in many years... caught a heavy cold after coming back to Malaysia. Not that I've never been sick all this while, but not this bad. The doctor decided to give a handsome dose of medicines, which actually makes thing worse at … [Read more...] about Defeated
Dolsot bibimbap, Jeonju Jungang Hoekwan, Seoul
Bibimbap, literally mixed rice, is an iconic Korean dish with white rice topped with various ingredients (vege, egg, meat etc.) and chili paste. Dolsot bibimbap is the version where the bibimbap is served in a hot stone bowl. Had this last week at a famous … [Read more...] about Dolsot bibimbap, Jeonju Jungang Hoekwan, Seoul
Imperial stormtroopers in Seoul
Photos from Jan 17 in Myeong-dong; most of the fashion & beauty outlets there have pretty promoters and free samples to attract the crowd, but nothing beats a bunch of stormtroopers dancing to the latest K-pop songs... … [Read more...] about Imperial stormtroopers in Seoul
Myeong-dong, Seoul’s ladies shopping heaven
Myeong-dong, arguably Seoul's trendiest shopping district, is the place to hunt for mid-level fashion and beauty items, especially for the ladies. Visited the area on Sunday (Jan 17), it's so crowded that there's barely any spaces to stroll on. … [Read more...] about Myeong-dong, Seoul’s ladies shopping heaven
Why Korea?
Will be leaving for Seoul tonight, the beginning of my 88-days trip. "Why Korea?" A lot of friends have asked, to which I simply replied "Because I like it..." It's not quite the fact though. The irony is that Korea was not my first choice. None of the … [Read more...] about Why Korea?