Cuisine & Culture the Chinese Family Way
Many people will know what a Rubik’s cube is, but did you know this year, they are celebrating 50 years of the world’s most famous cube? This book is a must for any Rubik’s fans. It charts its history from its creation in 1974 by Ernő Rubik to how it has become a visual icon and global phenomenon.
On day 3 in South Korea, we went to the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) Peace Tour with Seoul City Tour which we booked via the Klook app. It was a half-day morning trip and we were back by 3pm, which gave us time to do other activities. For this trip, we were all required to bring our passports for checking as we were entering the military area. If you don’t have any ID, you will be refused entry.
Hello fellow history buffs and photo lovers!
There’s a unique thrill in tracing back your lineage, discovering the tales of yesteryears, and realizing that you’re but a leaf in the grand family tree that spans generations. One of the most tangible ways to delve deep into your family’s history is through photographs.
And what better way to showcase and preserve these treasured snapshots of time than in a photo book?
Several years ago, I wrote an article on Gifts to avoid buying for Chinese People and one of the items is an umbrella. Now I would like to expand on the Chinese superstitions regarding the umbrella taboo in our Chinese culture. In the feng shui study, they believe that used correctly, an umbrella will bring you luck and wealth. However, if you use it wrongly, it will bring you misfortune. Do you believe it?
For many people, coffee is an essential part of their daily routine. It’s often more important than breakfast or getting to work on time. But, whether you start your day with a hot cup of coffee or enjoy a mid-afternoon pick-me-up, many factors influence the flavour of your coffee.
My son and I are always fascinated with mummies and the strange phenomena and myths that surround them. Mummies Exposed is written by Kerrie Logan Hollihan and has been sent to us by Abrams Books for Young Readers. This book is easy to read and understand which is suitable for young readers. I also find this book easy to understand, especially as my English is not my strongest subject!
A Geek In Japan is a comprehensive book that covers a broad set of topics in short articles accompanied by sidebars and numerous gorgeous, vibrant photographs, providing a lively digest of the society and culture of Japan. Designed to appeal to the generations of Westerners who grew up on Pokémon, manga and video games, A Geek in Japan reinvents the culture guide for readers in the Internet age.
The Momofuku Ando Instant Ramen Museum is an interactive museum dedicated to instant noodles and Cup Noodles, as well as its creator and founder, Momofuku Ando. They open daily except Tuesdays. Do plan well before you travel. It was very easy to access by train and is within walking distance from the train station to the museum. We took the express train and reached there in 20 minutes time from the main station, Umeda station.
Love to learn which mega machine or space rocket broke the world record? Are your children always interested to read about machines and all their associated facts and records? Then these two Record Breakers books are a must for them! Mr K already had the car record breakers book which he loves so much that he wanted these two too add to his collection.
Myths & Monsters is a brand new ten minute brain challenge game from BrainBox. The game will take you around the world exploring myths and legends. It features scenes from the stories, with captions summarising the action. This game will help improve observation and memory skills for all the family.
The Lichfield Guildhall’s historic prison cells are open every Saturday until the end of September 2012. It is free entry. The refreshed displays were opened to the public by Lichfield City Council on April 11. The date marks the 400th anniversary of the death of Edward Wightman, one of the cell’s most well-known occupants. Wightman, an ale-house keeper from Burton-on-Trent, was the last man to be burned at the stake for Heresy in England in 1612. He would have made the journey from the Guildhall cells to meet his fate on the Market Square at the hands of the Sheriff.
