Many people order food or products online to avoid the inconvenience of speaking to someone in person. This is particularly true for those of us who do not speak much or any Thai. However, delivery drivers for major platforms like Grab, Foodpanda, and Lazada make a habit of calling customers ahead before delivering an order. … Read more
Japan is renowned for its high-quality beef varieties, spanning various types and quality levels. Among the most famous are Kobe, Matsusaka, and Omi/Yonezawa beef. The more regular ones include Kokusan Gyuniku and Kuroge Wagyu. Marbling is a key feature of Japanese beef. Grades going from A5 (the highest) to A1 indicate the level of fat … Read more
In Thai 7-11 stores, it’s common to see only one single steamed bun available for sale. This isn’t by accident but a careful choice to cut down on waste. Steamed buns don’t last long – only about three hours – so the stores aim to sell what they have without throwing much away. In the … Read more
For those seeking a beach vacation near Bangkok, there are several options. They range from quiet, clean beaches to more vibrant places with many amenities. Each beach will offer a different experience, based on its distance from Bangkok, the crowd it attracts, and the attractions nearby.
Many visitors to Korea are surprised by the size of the towels commonly used in the country. This is particularly the case for those provided in hotels for drying off after a shower or bath. Such towels are often much smaller – even tiny – than what foreigners might be accustomed to. However, there are … Read more
In Thailand, when people order pizza, they often get many small packets of ketchup with it. This might seem strange to foreigners because it’s not how pizza is usually eaten in the west. Big pizza places like The Pizza Company, Domino’s and Pizza Hut started this trend years ago when they first entered the market. … Read more
In Japan, different areas are known for certain ideas people have about them. Saitama Prefecture is one such place that gets a lot of jokes from people in Tokyo. They think Saitama is boring and not very stylish, even calling it “Dasaitama,” which is a mix of “lame” and “Saitama.” People often say Saitama is … Read more
The vast majority of Koreans have access to potable water, with well over 90% coverage. Yet a majority are still not in the habit of drinking straight from the tap. Instead, they either only consume boiled water, use water filters, or drink bottled water. According to an article in the Korea Herald, a 2013 government … Read more
Cambodia leads in beer drinking in Asia, with each person drinking about 72 liters every year. This habit costs Cambodians $2.3 billion annually. According to a recent study, this means each Cambodian spends roughly $136 on beer, considering a can’s price at 2,500 riel. Beer is a big part of Cambodian culture, rooted in tradition … Read more
Cooking Japanese food might seem quite daunting at first if you live in the West, mostly due to the perceived need for specialized ingredients. However, the reality is quite the opposite. With a few staple items and straightforward recipes, you can prepare delicious Japanese meals right in your own kitchen. Here, we introduce a few … Read more
