• Perfect Way to Complete the Trip

    May 17, 2015

    This is the finally the last post on my Korea trip in April. Hahahahahaha~

    I was just talking to my friend the other day about how awesome this shop is. Mukshidonna (먹쉬돈나) has a lot of outlets all over Korea. The last time I looked, they were opening an outlet on Garosu-gil too.  Their ddeokbokki is cheap and delicious. The first time I brought a female friend to eat for her first time, we ate 4pax portion and paid less than SGD$20 each! What makes it so special is that you get to choose what to add to your wok! Eggs, fishcake, cheese, dumpling, different kinds of noodles… etc. In one week, I ate this twice. It is how good this place is!

    On my way to Cube Cafe (located at Cube Entertainment), I walked past this directory to a building. So artistic!

    The buzzer to my drink at Cube Cafe. Interestingly, they’ve recently renovated the cafe! I wonder how it looks like now. Gotta make another trip there soon! Heh~

    That night was the first time I was going to watch Beast’s Yoseob and APink’s Eunji performance in a musical. I couldn’t believe my luck that I get to see this awesome cast acting in “Full House” musical.

    The big billboard listing all the main cast of this musical.

    I throughly enjoyed myself. The story of this musical was a light-hearted one to start with, so there were jokes throughout. Sitting at the fifth row is a bonus of course. So close to the stage (blush). Haha~






    Returned to the apartment famished. My friend and I decided to order Chinese takeout. 2 Jjajangmyeon (짜장면) and 1 Sweet and Sour Pork (탕수육). We got free dumplings for our orders too! The quantity is too much for 2 of us. We ended up keeping one bowl of Jjajangmyeon for consumption the next day.

    The next day was a trip to pet cafe with my friends. It seems like quite a number of artists chose to send their dogs to this particular pet cafe when they are away for a trip. Unfortunately when I was there, I didn’t meet any artists who came to pick up their pets. This adorable dog in my arms knows how to look at my camera. Teehee!

    Met my friend for clubbing another day.

    Before clubbing, a satisfying meal to fill our tummies. The famous Myeongdong Dumplings!


    This was the day I bought this bracelet from WhyStyle, Yesung’s store. He cutely passed me my credit card and smirked. After hopping 2 clubs, the bracelet was gone. Damn… I contemplated going back to the store to buy another one but this bracelet is quite pricey. My fate with this bracelet is too short a lifespan. Sigh~

    Helped my friend to buy one in brown colour.

    I didn’t take my friend’s advice to go clubbing on a Saturday, and went on Sunday instead. This was such a big mistake. The crowd on Saturday and Sunday really differs. So people, if you ever considered going clubbing in Korea, please go on a Saturday! Below is the moment I realised my bracelet was gone, and my hand was only decorated with the various chops from clubs ㅠㅠ

    I went my friend’s house to stay over for the night. The next day’s lunch was Ginseng Chicken at Myeongdong that my friend recommended. I still prefer the Tosokchon Ginseng Chicken I had previously though.

    It was soon time for another performance of “Full House” musical! This time, the cast was Beast’s Yoseob and Joo. Joo is BTOB member Ilhoon’s sister. If you ask me, I’d say I enjoy Eunji’s performance better, compared to Joo. In terms of voice, Joo has a higher pitch and sometimes it went out of control. I think Eunji’s voice has a broader range and with the bass in her voice, it is more soothing to the ears.  In addition, Yoseob and Eunji has a better chemistry compared to Yoseob and Joo.








    I bought Black Tea Latte from Paris Baguette to complete my dinner with Kimbap from convenience store. The cup sleeve is so fitting for Spring in Korea.

    On my last day in Korea, I had to leave for airport at around 4pm. I decided to spend my last day in Mouse Rabbit. My friends were telling me it’s not quite possible that Yesung would come on a Sunday afternoon, and I should just give up my hope. Surprisingly, he really came. Hence I ordered so many times from him and this Mango Bingsu is the bomb. After this bingsu, I really couldn’t stuff myself any further.

    What a wonderful way to end my trip. Full of love from this trip, and full of anticipation to my next.

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  • Happy Parcel Arrived in Mail

    December 25, 2014

    A packaged arrived at my house some weeks back. For the first time since I started work at my new office, I rushed home from work on time.

    Look at the delightful package that sat on Cathay Pacific Airways to my house. The lucky bastard sat on a full fledge carrier while I have been sitting on budget airlines to Korea for the past few trips.

    This is the exact state of my items when I opened the box. All items are bubble wrapped, but things are flying out of the packaging. Fortunately other than my posters, the rest of the items are in perfect condition.

    These are all merchandise sent by Cube Entertainment. As Beast’s fan club is called Beauty, their merchandise are made with the signature rose. Beauty and the Beast… Geddit? I bought two of the below umbrellas, one for myself and one for a friend as birthday present.

    Look at how pretty the rose is. I’m so proud to be holding this umbrella on a rainy day. When opened up, you can see the initials of Beast in Korean hangul.

    A close up below.

    This umbrella is so light weighted as compared to the current one I’m using. I’m so going to ditch my current umbrella and carry this Beast umbrella out with me everyday! (Happy Twirl)

    And the highlight of my purchase is this Beast 5th Anniversary Package B.

    The first thing I did was to open these 2 photo books. There were a total of 6 individual members’ photo books given out at random.

    And I got Junhyung and Dongwoon. I’ve only selected a few to take pictures of. Although they are not my bias but one can’t deny that all photos look awesome and the members look so good. I caught myself smiling as I look through the photo books.


    And there’s a blanket that I have no idea when I’d be able to use. Probably bring it up the plane to fight the cold when I’m on my way to Korea? And the entire plane would know I’m a Beauty. Would you give me a kind and knowing smile if you see a fellow Beauty covered in this on the plane?

    And the mug that may look plain here, changes colour when hot water is poured into it. This was indeed a surprise for me as I was just expecting a simple mug. Certainly a lovely twist!

    The very thick “TIME” album comes with a random photo card and a thick photo book.


    At this stage, I was losing heart and thought I’d have to settle for another member’s photo card other than my bias. To my surprise, my bias greeted me with his fixated gaze and look ever so charming in that sweater. SOBS

    The card below reads:
    Dear Beauty ♡
    Beauty whom we are always grateful for!! ♡
    Let’s go on together for a long time. Thank you
    – Beast Yoseob –

    I still do have fate with my bias. All hope is not lost!

    Along with the package, I also did some shopping for BTOB merchandise. Their 5th mini album “MOVE”. The random card I got is Ilhoon. Not my bias but I’m not complaining here. Because I’ve got Yoseob photo card! (See above) (Does another happy twirl)

    I got myself a mask because I like wearing mask when I’m overseas. It protects me against the cold in the winter, or even the cold air on the plane. I really do sleep better on the plane with a mask on. I didn’t know the mask would come with glittered words. This is so conspicuous that I am basically shouting “I’m a Melody!” with this on. Well, it does look pretty and non-fans probably wouldn’t know what the logo or the slogan means right?

    Nevertheless, I am super happy with my buys. I am embarrassed to say this, but I am expecting a second parcel from Cube Entertainment at the moment. Until the package comes, I’ll keep mum about what I bought. Do stay tuned!

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  • 이젠 아니야

    June 9, 2014

    BEAST new MV was released by Cube Entertainment around 3 hours ago. If you haven’t heard, play the MV below NOW! The lyrics is so heart wrenching sobs… … I hope it touches you too!

    The MV male lead is none other than Yong Junhyung. The female lead is an actress, Lee Yubi.

    BEAST 비스트 – No More 이젠 아니야

    [DJ] Why are you still
    Unable to forget me like a fool
    Like that
    Why am I still
    A good person to you
    A good person
    It’s already been
    A few months since we broke up
    Why are you still
    Living in the past memories

    [KK] There are lots of good people around you
    It’s okay to start a new love
    I sincerely hope
    You will smile and be happy

    [HS] I can see that you’re struggling
    I can’t start a new love
    Oh yeah
    Again at this late time

    [DW] Why did you come find me again
    I’m the pathetic one who sent you away
    The sad cries I hear
    Beyond the door

    [YS] Why did you come find me again
    To me who has already become cold
    I don’t have anymore heat That I can share with you

    [DW] No more no more
    The person whom you can lean on

    [JH] Alright cry all you want
    If you can wash me away with that
    If you can erase the lingering feelings in your heart
    I’m not someone
    Who is worth being hurt over
    I’m not someone who is with you
    Like before
    I don’t want to lie
    Saying that I’m sending you off because I love you
    I’ll be with you just for today
    Hurry up and get up
    I can extend my hand to you
    But that is only until today

    [KK] You know I can’t go back
    You can be happy beside me
    Go find someone
    Who will make you smile

    [HS] I can see you struggling
    I can’t feel comfortable for a day
    Oh yeah
    Again at this late time

    [DW] Why did you come find me again
    I’m the pathetic one who sent you away
    The sad cries I hear
    Beyond the door

    [YS] Why did you come find me again
    To me who has already become cold
    I don’t have anymore heat
    That I can share with you

    [KK] Can you stop now
    As time goes by
    I’m so scared
    That you will get hurt
    From my cold exterior

    [HS] You just need to live on well so that I can see
    I’m no longer
    Someone you can lean on

    [DW] Why did you come find me again
    I’m the pathetic one who sent you away
    The sad cries I hear
    Beyond the door

    [YS] Why did you come find me again
    To me who has already become cold
    I don’t have anymore heat
    That I can share with you

    [DW] No more no more
    The person whom you can lean on

    Lyrics Translations Credit: @B2STIZEN

    While my friend and I were watching the MV, we couldn’t help noticing how pretty the shops in the MV appear. Hence I started my hunt online for the shops. Fortunately the shops are quite accessible in Seoul!

    First off, the first scene that appeared in the MV is a store named 1984.


    Yes, this is also the place where Junhyung and Yubi took their selca. This is not only a cafe, but also a museum, book store and editing store, featuring Art, Music, Fashion, Life.

    The interior of this store looks awesome and too good to miss. (Pictures Source: In Sunho)

    1984
    1F, 158-24, Donggyo-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul, Korea 121-898
    Tel: +82 2-325-1984
    Opening Hrs: 12pm – 12am

    Junhyung was later checking his phone outside this store called Brown Breath, located in Hongdae. A quick search online indicates that they carry their own brands, as well as outside brands such as Happy Socks, Generic Surplus, and Cheap Monday.

    Brown Breath
    3F, 343-19 Seokyo-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul, Korea
    Opening Hrs: 10am – 7pm (Closed during lunch time: 12pm – 1pm)

    This time, Junhyung stopped in front of Cafe N Then with a bunch of flowers in his hand. Out came the flashback of how Yubi used to wait for him outside this cafe. This place is nearer to Hapjeong Subway Station.

    Some pictures of the cafe found on Foursquare:



    Cafe N Then
    Yanghwa-Ro 6-gil 21, Seogyo-dong Mapo-gu, Seoul
    Tel: +82 2-325-1718
    Opening Hrs: 11:00am – 12:00am

    Finally Junhyung and Yubi met behind the restaurant Slunch Factory. This is a vegetarian-friendly restaurant.

    This is how the shop front looks like: (Photos Source)

    The restaurant interior looks artsy fartsy too, like a warm and cozy cafe.

    I’d say the price is quite reasonable too.
    Slunch Factory
    Address: 336-18 Sangsu-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul
    Tel: 02 6367 9870
    Opening Hrs: 12pm – 12am

    Directions
    Sangsu Subway Station, Line 6, Exit 4.
    After exiting, turn around and walk slightly uphill. Follow the sidewalk as it curves to the right (don’t turn into the small alleys before that). Walk straight, passing Yiri cafe on the left. Slunch Factory will be further down, on the right. It is around 5-7 minutes walk from the subway station.

    Another place that appeared in the MV is called Roh Rang Party and Gallery, which also happens to be a flower cafe. Though they called themselves a cafe, don’t expect a coffee menu to be given to you when you enter the store. Other than selling flowers, they apparently also teach flower arrangements.
    Roh Rang Party and Gallery
    Tel: +82 70 7788 7555
    Opening Hrs: 10am – 8pm (Closed on Sundays)
    Address: 1F, 394-25 Dongyang Hangang Trevel, Seokyo-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul
    (Hapjeong Subway Station Exit 5)

    I’m not sure if you’ve noticed, all the places are in Mapo-gu. I guess you can make a day trip to visit all the places mentioned above! I definitely want to visit all these places that appeared in the MV!!!

    In the meantime, keep looping this awesome song on Youtube!

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  • Beast 1st Asia Fan Meet in Singapore

    May 31, 2011

    BEAST 1st Asia Fan Meeting Tour in Singapore
    I can’t wait for 2nd July to arrive already
    Something to look forward to

    First row

    Excitement is brewing
    In the meantime
    I guess we should familiarize ourselves with the fanchants

    Making a mental note to grab my friend when she’s back from Korea
    Board making project for our bias

    Woohoooo~!!!!



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