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Gecko’s Goes to Yongin
At the end of the Bundang line and across the street from the Bojeong Fire Station is the new Yongin location of Gecko’s Terrace. With a clear view of the surrounding tree-covered hills, its contemporary design and floor-to-ceiling windows provide a great atmosphere to enjoy a meal. The service is prompt, friendly...
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Asia Society Luncheon with The Canadian Ambassador
Based on his long personal experience of Northeast Asia, as well as his unusual position as Ambassador to two of world’s most different societies, Ted Lipman will reflect on where North and South Korea are today, their differences and similarities, and what their future holds. He will be speaking at the Asia...
[Continue reading: Asia Society Luncheon with The Canadian Ambassador]Chois’ Tacos: The Best Burritos in Korea?
Is it supposed to be ”Choi’s Tacos” or ”Choice Tacos”…or is it a pun? Who cares! What’s in a name? Nothing. What’s in these tacos? Everything you’ve ever dreamed of. Rather ironically, “Chois’ Tacos” (초이스 타코) has been making...
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Burns Night on Geoje Island
February 20th Few foreigners in Korea have heard of Geoje Island, the second largest island in Korea located in Gyeongsang Province, and even fewer know about the Okpo Foreigners Club, which does its part to make the island even more enjoyable for the long-term foreigners living there. In recognition of the diverse...
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Century-Old Expat Retreat: the Seoul Club
By Robert Neff Nestled amongst the trees and occupying what has been called “the most beautiful spot on Namsan Mountain” is the oldest and arguably the most prestigious club in Korea – The Seoul Club. Not only that, it also claims to be the only private club in the world founded by an emperor. Seoul Club...
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John Kirwan visits The Kiwi Chamber Feb. 18th
The New Zealand Chamber of Commerce in Korea, known as “The Kiwi Chamber,” will host “A Night of Rugby with John Kirwan” on Thursday, February 18 at the Grand Hyatt Seoul. The event will be held in the Regency Room starting at 7:00 p.m. and is sponsored by Audi and Standard Chartered. Legendary New Zealand...
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Valentine’s Day Options
Sure, a wilting rose from the corner florist and burgers à deux at the local Lotteria may strike you as a perfect plan for Valentine’s day, but what will your significant other have to say about it? The word for Valentine’s Day this year isn’t “discount,” but “deluxe,” and...
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Are You Ready for Some Football?! The Superbowl in Korea
Here it is ladies and gentlemen – your guide to enjoying THE SUPERBOWL here in Korea. Sure, you have to get up early. Sure you may have to take the morning off of work. But you can still get together with friends and family and experience the entire Superbowl LIVE just like you did back home. This is one of those...
[Continue reading: Are You Ready for Some Football?! The Superbowl in Korea]My Favorite Part of 10 Magazine Contest
This is a little contest for those of you out there who read 10 Magazine and are members of our fanpage on Facebook! It’s only open to our fans, so if you haven’t already, make sure to fan us to be eligible. Be sure to let us know your name in your post so we can contact you. In the comments stream below,...
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Helping Haiti from South Korea
EDIT 1: Two more great events for people wanting to lend a helping hand to the earthquake victims. See below! It has already been two weeks since Haiti was struck with a devastating earthquake, but efforts to provide aid to the suffering population will continue for months to come. If you’ve been wondering how...
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Chairman of the newly formed New Zealand Chamber of Commerce Les Edwards
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Head of Invest Korea Tong-soo (T. S.) Chung
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Humor
2010 January Words by Adam Boothe, Artwork by Hyeon-seong Ryu During my first tour...
The Protection of Language Barriers
Words by Adam Boothe Whenever someone hears me speak Korean, they always ask me...
Words by Samantha Dix-Hill, Artwork by Hyeon-song Ryu We all know that Cinderella...
Words by Samantha Dix-Hill, Artwork by Hyeon-song Ryu When expats move to a new country...
Words by Adam Boothe, Artwork by Hyeon-song Ryu A few nights ago I was watching TV...
2009 March, A Happy Ending Words by Samantha Dix-Hill, Artwork by Hyeon-seong Ryu When...
2009 February A Happy Ending January and the holidays have ended, and here we all...
2009 January A Happy Ending Words by Samantha Dix-Hill I don’t like New Year’s...
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