(Chicago) – I should feel guilty. I am more excited for July 4 American independence day than the June 12 Philippine Independence. While my nationalistic hunger for anything-Filipino still remains intact, I can deduce that the only reason for this is BBQ. July 4 is the perfect holiday to bring out your grill, invite friends to share some good food and drinks, and watch fireworks together. I have not hosted a 4th of July party before so this year I thought of inviting a few friends and whip up something on the grill. An initial plan of 15 friends in my guest list doubled after an hour from the time the…
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Chosun Ok is More than OK
(Chicago) – I love anything Korean nowadays. The food, specifically, fascinates me. Korean food leans a little towards Japanese taste, has the ethnic looks of Chinese, but is distinct generally. It has structure and a dramatic progression; a story on the table. I tried a few Korean restaurants across the country and I can only name very few that I didn’t enjoy. I don’t care anymore whether they are authentic or not. As long as the presentation pleases my eyes and the first bite makes me smile, they get my adulation. This is exactly what I felt the first time I dined in Chosun Ok. The whole experience was more…
