Hong Kong — I came to Hong Kong for a visa renewal and now the trip has been extended as I work on a new project. Our client, Alex, is a gourmand. He loves to eat and he knows his food and wine. Alex invited us to dinner at Gold where his [...]
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Beijing, China — This week has been a slow one for me as I switch tempo and shift gears, down, down, down. I’ve been sick for the past three weeks but with every facade of wellness, I went out clad in pretense of warmer weather. Third time sick’s a charm. I’ve holed myself up in [...]
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Miami, Florida — “Spoiled,” as in I’m feeling spoiled. I’ve flown out to Miami to rendezvous with my husband for a friend’s wedding. While out here, we’re celebrating our 3rd anniversary of the civil ceremony. Yes, I’m spoiled in this way, too. I have a number of anniversaries. Life is for celebrating. [...]
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Two days until I leave the house for a month, so I’m not buying any groceries. I’m using what’s left.
I often buy a pumpkin, peel it, and cube it for the freezer. I always keep pasta and là ròu (腊肉, [...]
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