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Martabak: Pure Fat

Posted on February 18, 2013 by Just an ordinary glutton

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Martabak is one of those food you can never eat more than just a slice, or two, in one occasion. What’s Martabak? Indonesian Martabak is pure fat, guaranteed to deliver food coma were you brave enough to finish one whole … Continue reading →

Posted in Food Tagged indonesian food, martabak

Chung Gi Wa: Skinny Samgyeopsal

Posted on February 18, 2013 by Just an ordinary glutton

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I think I have spoiled myself when it comes to Korean food. Beijing has awesome Korean restaurants and its own K-town in Wangjing. Having a Korean for a best friend also meant that her Mum frequently cooked for me whenever … Continue reading →

Posted in Food Tagged chung gi wa, jakarta, korean bbq, korean food

Jakarta: Coconut Jelly

Posted on February 17, 2013 by Just an ordinary glutton

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Paradise in a shell

In a city where the temperature is constantly above 30C, you need more than just water to quench your thirst. You need… coconut water! Coconut Jelly from JOY (do yourself a favor and call their number if you live in … Continue reading →

Posted in Food Tagged coconut jelly joy, indonesian food, jakarta

再见北京, Hallo Jakarta?

Posted on February 12, 2013 by Just an ordinary glutton

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When I left Beijing, I was very disappointed that I had to leave without having seen blue sky. I kept on thinking, would my last impression of Beijing be its pollution? I’ve had many wonderful memories in the city, and … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized Tagged beijing, flood, jakarta, pollution

10 Things I Will Miss About Beijing

Posted on January 27, 2013 by Just an ordinary glutton

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As the title says… 1. Kids at work 2. The freedom to cycle everywhere. I’d get mugged, raped or murdered in the streets of Jakarta. 3. Good Korean BBQ 4. Doing stupid things to our cat (though I believe this … Continue reading →

Posted in China Tagged beijing, last days

Beijing: The Last ShuiJiao

Posted on January 27, 2013 by Just an ordinary glutton

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Place your order

Four days left until our departure. No change in the weather. I’ve always hated winter in Beijing, especially the weeks leading up to Chinese New Year. During CNY, the whole country is on a holiday. Factories are closed and there’s … Continue reading →

Posted in China, Food Tagged beijing, chinese, food, shuijiao, winter

My Last Week in Beijing

Posted on January 22, 2013 by Just an ordinary glutton

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Enjoying a sunny day

My chapter in China is closing in one week. My mind is going through a lot of shit right now. Beijing has been my home for the past 4 years, yet the air is so suffocating that I cannot help … Continue reading →

Posted in China, NGO, Self-reflection, Travel

Manzhouli: Last Day

Posted on January 17, 2013 by Just an ordinary glutton

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Best day at Manzhouli! Crappy food, not worth mentioning. Manzhouli, you will be missed. We’re coming back in the summer!

Posted in China, Travel Tagged china, guomen, manzhouli, travel

Manzhouli: Day 2

Posted on January 17, 2013 by Just an ordinary glutton

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Frozen lake

Spent hours chilling at Shangrila Manzhouli. They have an awesome coffee deal there. Body was still adjusting to the cold that we were too lazy to get out Walked around the mall. It was cold, dirty and dim. Went up … Continue reading →

Posted in China, Travel Tagged China, manzhouli, travel

Manzhouli: Mutton Sweats

Posted on January 17, 2013 by Just an ordinary glutton

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Last year I gained over 10 kgs. This year New Year’s Resolution was to lose 10 kilos by December 2013. My first day in Manzhouli has already proven my boyfriend’s theory that I am incapable of losing weight. For about … Continue reading →

Posted in China, Food, Travel

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