Italian cuisine holds a special place in my heart, especially for its rich flavors, vibrant history, and the comfort it brings to any dining table. Among the vast array of Italian snacks, arancini have always been my favorite. These crispy, golden rice balls filled with savory meat sauce are a testament to Italy’s culinary ingenuity.
Tag: culture and traditions
Culture and traditions show up in small, ordinary ways. These posts focus on daily customs, shared habits, rituals, and unspoken rules that shape how people live, gather, eat, and move through the world, paying attention to what is practiced quietly and consistently rather than performed for visitors.
SLOW TRAVEL & LIVING ABROAD
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Leaving America: Where I’d Move If Democracy Breaks Down
Amid escalating U.S. political turmoil, I find myself contemplating options as the situation worsens. I’m not alone in considering relocation abroad to escape looming authoritarianism. While some may label me a fatalist, the thought of moving if democracy fails in America has crossed my mind.
SLOW TRAVEL & LIVING ABROAD
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How Life in the USA Feels After Leaving South Korea
I miss living by the ocean and the mountains. I miss being able to go hiking and hear monks chat echo across Palgongsan. I miss feeling anxious, excited, unsure, and overwhelmed– all at the same time. And I definitely miss being able to shop for fresh fruit and vegetables at a corner market in either direction. It doesn’t take long for reverse culture shock to be a genuine hurdle for settling back into life at home. American Reverse Culture Shock is a phenomenon that goes beyond the anticipated cultural adjustments of moving abroad and reintegrating back into life in the USA.
FOOD AND DRINK
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Homi Hosi Cafe: The Most Beautiful Hanok Cafe in Gyeongsan
Gyeongsan is one of my favorite places to go to cafe hop. And Homi Hosi Cafe is a good one to check out on your next caffeine run. Step inside the massive wooden lift and slide door at Homi Hosi (also spelled homihosi) Cafe. In this Daegu suburb, you’ll immediately…
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES
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Where Culture Meets the Sea: Huinyeoul Cultural Village
A Taste of the Mediterranean in Busan Are you a fan of picture-perfect spots? Then, Huinyeoul Cultural Village in Busan is a must-see. Picture standing on coastal cliffs. Imagine this: you’re standing on coastal cliffs, the breeze is just right, and unfolding before you are views that are pure joy…
TRAVEL EXPERIENCES
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Daegu Opera House: The Best Cultural Night Out for Travelers
Opera in Daegu, you say? Heck yes. I put on my favorite little black dress and had a blast. Since 2004, the Daegu Opera House Foundation has offered a full schedule of local and well-known popular operas, concerts, musicals, and ballets like Aida and Figaro. We paid 30,000 Won each…
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What Makes Anapji Pond One of Gyeongju’s Most Beautiful Spots
Gyeongju was once the capital of the Silla Dynasty and remnants of its former glory lay all over this pretty college town. And although the original palace was burned to the ground in the 10th century, the man-made pond still maintains its original footprint where many remnants were recently discovered.