Author Archives: Ryo

You Look Better with the Lights Off

Posted on September 7, 2011 by Ryo

Lately, I’ve been hearing this song on the radio, “Better with the Lights Off” by New Boyz. It’s kind of catchy. I’m a sucker for catchy songs. Did you hear the part at the beginning of the chorus? I hope … Continue reading →

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Mint Madness

Posted on September 5, 2011 by Ryo

On a whim, I bought a bunch of mint last weekend. I usually don’t use mint in anything. I don’t make minty desserts, and I don’t usually make minty cocktails. But, for some reason, I felt like buying some fresh … Continue reading →

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Summer Pudding

Posted on August 31, 2011 by Ryo

A friend recently sent me a link to this recipe for summer pudding. It’s a no-bake dessert full of berries and served cold, perfect for summer. But it’s kind of strange, if you think about it: poached berries, inside of … Continue reading →

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Asian Cocktails III

Posted on August 28, 2011 by Ryo

I made even more cocktails from Asian Cocktails. (Part I, Part II.) This time, I made some cocktails with whiskey and brandy. Not exactly two of my favorite spirits, but these looked interesting. The first one I tried was called … Continue reading →

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Just Quit Your Job

Posted on August 25, 2011 by Ryo

Articles like this really upset me. The “advice” is captured in the title: “If You Wouldn’t Do Your Job For Free, Then Quit.” The problem I have with articles like these is that they follow this pattern: Offer advice in … Continue reading →

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Orange Loaf

Posted on August 23, 2011 by Ryo

I don’t often bake things with orange in them. I’ve made things with lemon, but somehow, not with orange. I’m not sure why, but orange doesn’t seem like a popular flavor in baked goods. At least, compared to some other … Continue reading →

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Asian Cocktails II

Posted on August 21, 2011 by Ryo

I made some more cocktails from Asian Cocktails the past week. (Part I is here if you missed it.) My selection of cocktails was somewhat random. It was basically three cocktails that I could make from what I had on … Continue reading →

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Beards

Posted on August 19, 2011 by Ryo

Like many other Asian guys, I have difficulty growing a beard. Even if I didn’t shave for a few days, I would probably just have a little mustache, and maybe just a little bit of hair along my cheeks. Not … Continue reading →

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Baumé

Posted on August 16, 2011 by Ryo

My parents were visiting a couple of weeks ago, so we went out to a fancy restaurant, as we often do on the rare occasion that they’re visiting. They still think of me as their cash-strapped son, so they treat … Continue reading →

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St-Germain Cocktails

Posted on August 14, 2011 by Ryo

I got a bottle of St-Germain as one of my birthday gifts this year. It comes in this very attractive bottle. I was actually just about to buy one for myself to make some St-Germain-based cocktails, but, as luck would … Continue reading →

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