Korean men have a reputation for being romantic and Kimchi39 proves this to a T. While he was on a 100 day road trip in the US, he decided to creatively ask his girlfriend to marry him by asking 100 random people to write messages urging his girlfriend to accept his proposal. Sheesh, I don't know how she could have said no. Read his post on how he got his girlfriend to marry him and check out all the messages from well-wishers. Cheers, Dan   Come take a cooking class or take a Culinary Tour in Seoul! http://www.ongofood.com

In Celebration of Korea's Independence Day, Google did a new front page. Pretty Awesome! Check it out now. http://www.google.com/ Dan

Let's face it. The convenience stores in America and other western countries aren't very convenient. They have so many rules about loitering and stuff. I remember back in Delaware there were many signs that said, "Loitering Not Allowed," "20 minute Parking," etc. Geez...and these stores didn't even have any alcohol. Now in Korea, the convenience stores have everything you could possibility need: snacks, lunchbox meals (called dosiraks), beer, wine, liquor, underwear, tampons, condoms, and even hangover curing drinks called "Condition" drinks. They have tables outside and you are welcome to sit, eat some snacks, and have a beer. It's great and very convenient. I love Korean Convenience Stores! Max Special Hop Pitchers of Beer Here we are at our table beside the GS25 Convenience Store.