Songdo is an ultra-modern business district of Incheon, South Korea. Known as a smart city, this area was built on 600 hectares of reclaimed land on the Incheon waterfront. I was recently there for an

Mireuksan, Tongyeong, South Korea Fujifilm X-H1 + XF 16-55mm f/2.8

While in the Myeongdong area for work, I took a quick evening stroll along the Cheonggyecheon Stream. Armed only with my trusty iPhone, I took a few shots of the area. Here are some of my favorites from

Haneul Park (하늘공원) is a well-known attraction in Seoul, South Korea. It is mainly a pasture is covered with silver grass (eulalias) and wild flowers. It also has five wind-powered generators that provide

Today, October 5, Typhoon Kong-Rey is scheduled to hit the southern coast of South Korea. From the morning, fishing vessels casted anchor in Tongyeong harbor, anticipating the wrath of the storm to come.

Finally gave in to my curiosity and got some Samyang Sriracha instant noodles. With a 2/5 rating on the Samyang spice scale, it’s not as spicy as the viral fire noodles. But it has decent heat and that

Dongdaemun Design Plaza, Seoul, South Korea Fujifilm X-T2 + Samyang 12mm f/2.0

What better way to end a week of rain than this display of clouds over the harbor. Tongyeong, South Korea Fujifilm XH-1 + Samyang 12mm f/2.0

McDonald's Korea has put out some unique menu items over the years. Last year's unexpected hit was the Rich Chocolate Pie. This time, they're back with another pie, the McDonald's Corn Pie. I tried it

It has been gloomy and rainy for the past few days, but these Korean treats have helped lift our spirits. First up is the amazing Haemul Pajeon (seafood and green onion pancakes) paired with Tongyeong’s

The Bukchon Hanok Village is one of Seoul's most popular tourist destinations. Recently, however, this popularity seems to have taken its toll on the village residents. Bukchon Hanok Village, Seoul, South

Here’s a dish that I make a lot in my kitchen. Thanks to a very good ready-made sauce that’s widely available in Korean supermarkets, it’s very quick and easy to prepare. Originating from Sichuan China,

Seoul, South Korea Fujifilm X-H1 + XF 16-55mm f/2.8

High atop Geumsan Mountain on Namhae-do is the Boriam Hermitage. It was built in the year 683 by the famous monk Wonhyo-daesa. The first Joseon king Taejo was said to have prayed here for 100 days before

Bonito’s Bar and Restaurant, Los Baños, Philippines Fujifilm X-H1 + XF 35mm f/1.4 Here’s a place that’s close to my heart. I ate at Bonito’s when it was a small corner eatery mainly for students. My friend

Seoul, South Korea Fujifilm X-H1 + Olympus Zuiko 28mm f/2.8 + Tilt Adapter

Seoul, South Korea Fujifilm X-H1 + XF 16-55mm f/2.8

Sampaloc Lake, San Pablo, Philippines Fujifilm X-H1 + Samyang 12mm f/2.0

Namhae, South Korea DJI Mavic Pro

Los Baños, Philippines Fujifilm X-H1 + Olympus Zuiko 28mm f/2.8