My initial reasons for coming to Viet Nam were to find a new work contract and tour around a bit. I set up some interviews before I left Korea and went interviewing on Monday and Tuesday. On Monday I got a job offer for probably the most promising job. I was really happy about that. So basically it only took a day to land a job ( after emailing my resume and contacting … [Read more...]
Bến Thành Market
Before the cooking class we met up at Bến Thành Market . Its one of the most famous stops in Saigon aka Ho Chi Minh City. We of course did a tour of the produce and meat sections and purchased items for our class. I ate some breakfast (noodles) before meeting up with the group. Here is a look at some photos from the market. condiments for your … [Read more...]
Saigon Cooking School
If you've been reading up on my travels for awhile you certainly aren't surprised that I joined a cooking class in Ho Chi Minh City! The Saigon Cooking School class was really small and consisted of me ( the Jamaican American), an older couple from France, and a young woman from Costa Rica. I love it because it was so small and intimate. I had a really great time at the … [Read more...]
In Transit
Hey family!I am currently sitting in the airport waiting to board my flight.Viet Nam awaits me as does a brand new journey to share with everyone.Goodbye Korea! ... Hello Viet Nam :) … [Read more...]
Time Travel
Wow! Where has all the time gone??!! I can't believe I haven't posted since the 2nd of August. But if you follow me on twitter, YouTube or Insta gram you have seen many pictures and videos from my trip. I returned from Thailand yesterday in the early morning hours. Its so good to be back to my little one room. Traveling can get pretty tiring by I love it :) I am blogging … [Read more...]
Thai Food :)
I've been eating my way through Thailand since last Saturday. And after being here for nearly a week I thought it would be the perfect time now to share what I've been eating. Thai fried rice with shrimp. My first meal off the plane and it was very delicious! Phuket Thai Cookery School Meals: Tom Yum Soup and Vegetable spring … [Read more...]
How I spent My Birthday!
I celebrated my 28th birthday today doing one of my favorite hobbies: COOKING! Check out the video I made earlier of the class. It was so much fun and I learned a ton! Phuket is pretty nice thus far. I can't wait to share more! … [Read more...]
Updates and a birthday in Thailand
(Written last night in the airport) Right now its 7/28 and around 4:15 pm. Once again I find myself sitting in Kala Lampur’s International flight terminal trying to maneuver my way around their fake free internet access. I arrived here about an hour ago after a long and tedious trip from Ulsan to Seoul to Malaysia. My final destination is Phuket, Thailand. I’ve been so … [Read more...]
Bibim Bap!
This is a photo guide for how to eat one of the most Vegetarian/Vegan friendly meals in Korea! Bibimbap or 비빔밥 consists of a bowl of vegetables and gochuhang aka Korean hot pepper paste mixed with rice. Take a look at how to assemble the meal. The bottom bowl is my bibimbap. Just seasonal vegetables with the pepper paste in the middle. Side dish of rice. Take about half … [Read more...]
Last day is near…
The last day of classes that is! 14 more days until my week long summer camp and then freedom for two weeks! rice cake gift from a parent to all the teachers :) Classes end on the 20th and then there is one week of camp starting on the 23rd. I will have four classes every day. For winter camp I have 8 classes so I'm pretty excited! On the 28th I will to Phuket, Thailand … [Read more...]