Tuesday, June 26, 2007

Wok-ing in Asia.

Asian food anyone??
Western food and Asian food are prepared a little bit differently… Watch our good friend “Red Cloud” prepare some local dishes, with plenty of red hot chilis!

Please Note: Hong Yun is a real special lady, grew up in the countryside pretty much dirt poor—came to the city for work 8 years ago, has since then learned how to speak English, clean AND cook western-style. With that powerful combination and some of her extended family’s help- she and her husband have just bought their first house! It’s an understatement to say it’s a dream come true- being that only a year ago they (and 10 year old daughter) used to rent the upstairs of a concrete block house with zero insulation and no plumbing—having to use a neighborhood outhouse etc. Notice how even in the nice new apt. no heat is used!



Wednesday, June 13, 2007

Modern Wedding

This is a look at a modern Asian wedding. Traditionally the bride would be arranged and the bride and groom didn't know who they were going to marry. The bride would wear a red cloth over her head and face - and neither would see eachother's face until they entered the bridal chambers!

Today things are much different with a blend of both East and West - depending on the desires of the couple. Take a look, and discuss what you find interesting below!




The Bund

The Bund reminds me of Pittsburgh! Great huge beautiful buildings lining the riverside, 100 year old banks along with the customs house on t...