I bought this house in early spring—a season in the Pacific Northwest that’s sunny but still carries a lingering chill. For those unfamiliar with the region, spring temperatures typically hover around 50–60°F, and it’s considered a real treat if we hit anything above 70°F. Today brought back memories as I fired up the grill for…
Soon after moving to New York City, I quickly realized that my taste buds lean toward Asian cuisine. While I don’t dislike American food—I’m happy to join colleagues for drinks at a pub, enjoying wings and tater tots, or order a Caesar salad in more formal settings—I naturally prefer dishes like Vietnamese pho, Korean bibimbap,…
After visiting Paris for the Olympics, I relocated to Taiwan to begin a new chapter in life. While searching for a permanent home, I temporarily stayed in a family dormitory right next to a university. As a regular jogger, I often ran on the campus, and the photo above was taken during one of my…