I recently visited the Alameda Flea Market which specializes in antiques “at least 20 years old”. Arriving at 7.30am was probably for the best – some stalls were setting up and we were early enough that there were fewer people to battle with over dusty niceties and rusty oddities. The largest crowd was for the [...]

During Christmas break, I had these delicious cookies at Joe’s grandmother’s made of chinese noodles coated in butterscotch. Since I’ve always loved a little East-meets-West, I asked for the recipe and found that it’s one of the easiest snacks to make! What you need 2 x 12oz butterscotch bits (you can find this in supermarket baking or desserts/candy [...]

So… I have to apologize for not keeping this updated throughout my trip. I had very good reasons! First of all, after Kanchanaburi, I lost the ability to upload pictures. I travelled with an iPad, didn’t have an SD card reader with me, and some of the places we went to did not have internet [...]

Nothing like an overcrowded bus to Kanchanaburi from Bangkok. Good thing I got there early. Some poor souls had to stand in the aisle during the 3-hour ride. Should I mention that I love the name of this state/city? Kanchanaburi, Kanchanaburi, Kanchanaburi. It just rolls off the tongue beautifully. Apple’s Retreat Apple’s Guesthouse embodies the [...]

Forgive the quality, I haven’t had time to edit since I have to use public computers while on the trip! Banglumphu Stayed three nights in the Banglumphu area, known for its proximity to some of the most famous tourist attractions in Bangkok and also for its concentration of backpacker hostels, bars, tattoo and piercing shops, [...]

Gosh, I haven’t updated in awhile, have I? First, I was busy with Chinese New Year (my first in many years, and probably the most memorable) and then I went off to Melaka, Tioman and Singapore. Now, I’m on a mission to conquer the sights and sounds of South East Asia I haven’t been to [...]

*Thanks @Dan!