November 22, 2012
by Mipa
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My birthday was last Sunday so to ease the pain of getting older, I made a tower of chocolate whoopie pies. It was also my friend Lilian’s bday and we decided to celebrate together at Botton with a few other … Continue reading
October 17, 2012
by Mipa
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The other day I was feeling particularly lazy and had zero motivation to cook lunch for myself so I ended up having food delivered. I used to be scared of getting food delivered because I felt awkward speaking Korean over … Continue reading
July 16, 2012
by Mipa
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Oh dear… it’s been so long since my last ‘random eats’ post that I’m going to mash them all into one massive post. Get ready for a deluge of food foties! First up, some recipe testing… A while ago, I … Continue reading
July 9, 2012
by Mipa
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‘Haap’ is a teeny-tiny ddeeok shop that is tucked in one of the alleyways of Insadong road. It hasn’t been opened that long, but it’s gaining notoriety, mainly due to the fact that the owner is an accomplished pastry baker … Continue reading
June 3, 2012
by Mipa
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Well, it’s been a super busy week… I haven’t had any time to blog, so the draft box is seriously backed up. And I leave for Cali in 2 days!! I have to start planning and packing soon, but first … Continue reading
April 16, 2012
by Mipa
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It’s cherry blossom week! Perhaps one of the most beautiful things about spring in Korea. But the cherry blossoms don’t last long (around 1 week), so take advantage of any free time you have to be outside and walk under … Continue reading
March 28, 2012
by Mipa
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Happy Hump Day~ I already shared this on the FB page, but I had an interview last week at Arirang radio, for their Culturescapes program! This was my first time being at an actual radio station, so that was pretty … Continue reading
January 13, 2012
by Mipa
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Here are some random eats from the past week or so. I’ve been craving bibimbab and banchan these days. Gosh, Korean food is quite simply the best. Experimental ooey gooey pecan-choc chip shortbread bars. I’ve also been baking and tasting … Continue reading
September 12, 2011
by Mipa
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Happy, merry Chuseok, everyone! It seems a strange coincidence that this year’s Chuseok holiday, a time of thanksgiving and a celebration of the bountiful harvest, comes right after the 10-year anniversary of 9/11. Yesterday, many of us remembered the tragic … Continue reading
July 24, 2011
by Mipa
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Update 11/20/2011: Muffino Cafe has closed! :( One would think that someone who is newly unemployed would cut back on frivolous spending such as getting coffee and eating out, but for me, it’s been the total opposite! Since I don’t … Continue reading