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Here is where I record my thoughts and experiences, most of which are from my time abroad and travels. Where I share and exchange insights on off-the-beaten-path destinations and translated literature. Where I discuss photography and societal observations. 

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  • Tibetan Bread

    Nepal, December 1998 | Reminiscing about the delightful breakfasts that fuelled my days on the Annapurna Circuit


  • Samlor Koko, an aromatic vegetable soup made with spices and fermented fish paste, is central to Cambodian cuisine. Not commonly found in restaurants, it is usually enjoyed at home. However I had the good fortune to try it at Park Hyatt Siem Reap, thanks to one of its chefs.


  • Shrouded in the jungle, Beng Mealea has remained unrestored, exuding a mystical aura. The temple ruins are a poignant reminder of the passing of time, with nature gradually taking over this impressive site.


  • One of the oldest Angkor temples, Phnom Bok is tucked away on a remote hill some 20 km away from Siem Reap’s city centre. Largely unrestored and rarely visited by tourists, the ruins exude a serene, otherworldly atmosphere.


  • In Siem Reap Once More

    Revisiting Angkor Archeological Park after 18 years left me with a deeper appreciation of these ancient sites and their history, as well as the ephemeral nature of what we have.