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Marja Vongerichten’s companion book, The Kimchi Chronicles: Korean Cooking for an American Kitchen, to her PBS series Kimchi Chronicles is now available on Amazon.com and bookstores. For those of you living in the New York area, Marja will be presenting her book along with a Kimchi Chronicles discussion that is hosted by The Korea Society on Thursday, August 4, 2011. Here is the information regarding the program (Courtesy of The Korea Society): A Taste of The Kimchi Chronicles: Rediscovering Korean Cooking for an American Kitchen Join The Korea Society in welcoming Marja Vongerichten, star of the new PBS series Kimchi Chonicles and wife of famed chef Jean-Georges, as she cooks and shares recipes from her newly released cookbook, The Kimchi Chronicles: Rediscovering Korean Cooking for an American Kitchen. The cookbook, available at the event, includes a recipe for every dish featured in the documentary as well as original dishes with a lighter, modern flair, revealing how the flavors of the Korean table can be readily integrated into any meal. Marja will share her thoughts on creating and adapting recipes and how The Kimchi Chronicles series inspired her to craft this beautiful new cookbook, which includes mouth-watering photos alongside her observations of Korean culinary culture. Following Marja’s kitchen demonstration and author talk, guests will sample her delicious creations and have the opportunity to meet the television host and author at a special signing of the new release. The Korea Society thanks publisher Rodale books and Pulmuone for their support for this event. More information and images can also be found on our website. About the Korea Society: The Korea Society is a non-profit private organization with individual and corporate members that is dedicated solely to the promotion of greater awareness, understanding
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Marja Vongerichten’s ‘The Kimchi Chronicles: Korean Cooking for an American Kitchen’
HalfKorean.com Spotlight: Aein Hope / oki tokki
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Check out the new HalfKorean.com Spotlight on Aein Hope and her jewelry business, oki tokki. oki tokki (오키토끼) is a Los Angeles, California-based handmade jewelry and accessory line by Aein Hope. Founded in 2010, oki tokki specializes in making products that represent a love for the Korean language and culture. Check out the Spotlight here: |
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Interview with Greg Pak (7/16/2011)
Greg Pak
We are pleased to present this new HalfKorean.com interview with Greg Pak.
Greg Pak is a respected film director and comic book writer based in New York who continues to excel in his fields of work.
Please check out the interview and let us know what you think.
HalfKorean.com Contest: Autographed New Dynasty “Body Language” CD!
HalfKorean.com is proud to present our latest contest which is for an autographed copy of hip hop duo New Dynasty’s recently released album titled Body Language.
New Dynasty consists of Michael “Maniac” Horton and Roy “Snacky Chan” Kim. The CD is autographed by both Maniac and Chan.
Make sure to check out our interview with Maniac from this past April.
You can also purchase the album on iTunes, YesAsia.com. Make sure to support these talented artists!
How to Enter:
1) If you are on Facebook, “Like” the HalfKorean.com page on Facebook for one entry.
2) If you are on Twitter, “Follow” Maniac, Snacky Chan and HalfKorean.com on Twitter for a second entry (you must follow all three accounts for the second entry).
(Note: If you already “Like” the Facebook page and “Follow” us on Twitter then you are already entered! Just make sure to do step 3 below!)
3) Next, leave a comment here on this blog post by 11:59 PST Friday, July 15th. Please make sure to include your Facebook and/or Twitter usernames so that we can verify.
Rules:
One winner will be randomly chosen and contest is open to USA residents only (APO/FPO addresses okay as well).
For more information on Maniac and New Dynasty, check out their official website.
