How to Choose a Chinese Name that Sounds Just Right
A prolonged stay in China among its interesting people and fascinating culture would be incomplete without choosing a Chinese name. It is a mark of respect for your host country, …
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Cooking Class in Chiang Mai: Making Pad Thai and Papaya Salad
In 2015, before we went on our summer vacation to Chiang Mai in Thailand, I told one of my ex-colleagues that we were planning this trip. At that moment, she …
Japanese Sushi Guide: Is Sushi the Same as Sashimi?
You’re in Japan, in a restaurant, and two items jump out at you: sushi and sashimi. You know sushi contains fish, but you don’t know what sushi is vs sashimi. …
What is Takoyaki?: A Guide to Japanese Octopus Dumplings
When it comes to Japanese street food, there can be no real conversation without mentioning takoyaki. If you’re not familiar with takoyaki, but you want to know “What is takoyaki?”, …
White Temple (Wat Rong Khun) in Chiang Rai is not to be Missed
The White Temple at Chiang Rai, known as Wat Rong Khun to Thailand’s locals, was in severe disrepair in the late 1990s due to a lack of funds. Since the …