One Last Adventure Together

It's been awhile since I've updated my blogs! I spent the past month in Taiwan and now I'm back in Los Angeles getting readjusted to American life. Oh how I miss Korea... :)

I spent one last week in Seoul after finals before flying to Taipei.

After I finished my last final, Grace, Christine, and I visited Samcheongdong near Insadong and Bukchon Hanok Village. It is a traditional area filled with artsy shops, quirky art galleries, and unique cafes. We actually wanted to visit the Ice Gallery together as our last hangout in Korea, but it was closed haha. We did discover a delicious Korean restaurant to have our last dinner together, though. :)

One of the two original Starbucks in Korea with hangul signage.


Cute!



One of the random museums we came across.


Meat! Dinner was delectable. :)



Hanging out in Christine's room while she packed for her early morning flight. :'(

Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas! I wish all of you a warm holiday season with your loved ones. :)





Photos taken outside COEX Mall last weekend.

Coffee Break

Caramel macchiato, strawberry milkshake, and a hot waffle with my friend near Korea University. :)

Korean Royal Court Cuisine

Accompanied with traditional music and dance. :)

Seafood Feast

I'm actually leaving Korea tomorrow! Time has passed way too fast. I'm in my hotel near the right now, tossing out some things and repacking because my luggage is severely overweight!

I miss my friends a lot--both back home and the ones I met here. I'm so lucky to have made some wonderful friends here in Seoul. :)

And of course, I'm going to miss Seoul a lot for countless reasons. It's been my home for the past four months and it really doesn't feel like I'm leaving. This weekend just felt like my roommates were out of town. :c Anyway, I will save the deep stuff for later because my blog is overdue for two weeks! Not to mention I haven't written in Epicurious Travels in ages... Oh no. :(

But for now, I need to regulate my luggage. I will in be Taiwan for a month starting tomorrow! I can't wait to see my family. :)

In the Rain, the Pavement Shines Like Silver

Gifts From Malaysia: Ipoh White Coffee

My friend MK brought me treats from Malaysia when she visited me in Seoul! So sweet of her. :) Here are pastries, mango hard candy, and Ipoh white coffee. I've tried one of each item so far and they're tasty! I especially like the Ipoh white coffee which is a popular drink originating from Ipoh, Malaysia. Sugar and cream (or related) is already included in the coffee packet, so all you need is hot water. MK warned me that Malaysian coffee is quite sweet, but it's just right for me. Maybe when compared to American black coffee? :o I wonder if I can find this in the States!