Exploring Korean-American Heritage & Interculturalism
What To Get The Crazy Cat Person In Your Life – A Gift GuideBut first let’s ponder “what makes a person a ‘crazy’ cat person?”
Is it the number of cats they have?
Is it how they talk about their cats like their babies?
Or perhaps, when their life revolves around their cats (notice that’s plural) which makes them late to dinners, movies, and any other get together? [Read more…]
A Memory from a Korean-American Childhood – Hot Garbage or Delicious Stew?When you were a kid, were you ever embarrassed to have friends come over to your home?
Sure, almost everyone is at some point.
And, I probably should’ve been but I wasn’t it. But probably not for the reason you think…. [Read more…]
Korean Steamed Pear (Baesuk 배숙)If you’re in the mood for something healthy and refreshing after a heavy meal, then you’ve got to try this!
Not only are Korean steamed pears delicious chilled, but warm, they’re known to help get over a cold! Perfect for this time of year!
The honey and pear help to sooth raw throats and curbs that incessant cough. There’s ginger in it too which is practically a panacea. It’s known to help with many things, including relieving nausea, strengthening the immune system, and improve respiratory conditions.
So it’s a common thing to have during this time of year. But you can enjoy it any time! [Read more…]
The Best Pororo Gifts for KidsOkay, so if you’re here, then you must know a child who likes Pororo and know who Pororo is.
But for those of you who stumbled here wondering “What in the world is a ‘Pororo?’…. Pororo is a Korean computer animated cartoon featuring an adorable penguin (Pororo) and his equally adorable friends. They all live in Porong Porong Forest, most often covered in snow, where they have all kinds of adventures.
What’s really great about this cartoon is that it teaches moral lessons like being kind, forgiveness, selflessness, etc. But in a fun way that kids would understand.
Plus, they have adult-like activities (i.e. flying and driving) but these animals are definitely children in speech and size. So they are still relatable. Okay, I love Pororo too!
So for those who love Pororo, here are some great gift ideas! [Read more…]
Gift Guide for Pusheen LoversIf you’ve arrived here, you must know or are someone who loves Pusheen.
And how could anyone resist this adorable punim?
So you know she’s a grey tabby cat.
But did you know that her name comes from the Irish for kitten “puisín?”
This little kitten has a cult-like following keeping track of every adorable thing she does.
Help them keep up with this cute kitty with one of these great gifts…or keep it for yourself! I won’t tell…but Pusheen might! 😺 [Read more…]
