For someone who loves coffee, enjoying a cup of specialty coffee during a trip is a small but delightful pleasure. So on that day, I set out to visit a cafe I had found online while traveling in Yeosu. After walking more than 20,000 steps, I was exhausted, and a good cup of coffee felt…… Continue reading A Coffee Tour Without Coffee
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[Book] Because Coffee Excites Me: A Special Moment on Amazon
A few days ago, I launched my Korean-language book, Because Coffee Excites Me (original title: 설레는 게 커피라서), on Amazon.com, the world’s largest online marketplace. Since it’s an English-based platform, I wasn’t sure if a Korean-language book would sell, but I uploaded it with a hopeful heart. Today, I was thrilled to see my first…… Continue reading [Book] Because Coffee Excites Me: A Special Moment on Amazon
A Journey Back in Time: Revisiting a 14-Year-Old Peace Corps Memory
Yesterday, I came across an article written by a former Peace Corps volunteer who was stationed in Ethiopia. The piece, written 14 years ago, unexpectedly included a photo of my younger self along with my name, which completely surprised me. Back when I was pursuing my PhD in the UK, I conducted fieldwork in the…… Continue reading A Journey Back in Time: Revisiting a 14-Year-Old Peace Corps Memory
Ethiopia: The Birthplace of Coffee and Its Connection to Korea
Ethiopia, officially the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, is a landlocked country in East Africa with a population of around 110 million, making it the second-most populous nation on the continent after Nigeria. It shares borders with Eritrea, Djibouti, Sudan, South Sudan, Kenya, and Somalia. Despite its geographic location, direct flights connect Incheon Airport in…… Continue reading Ethiopia: The Birthplace of Coffee and Its Connection to Korea
[Book] Exciting News: My Korean Book is Now Live on Amazon Kindle!
I’m overjoyed to announce the release of my Korean essay, 설레는 게 커피라서 (Because Coffee Excites Me)! This book captures my personal journey of transforming from a complete coffee novice into an expert while traveling across three continents. It’s a story of passion, exploration, and transformation that I’m thrilled to share with you. This book is not…… Continue reading [Book] Exciting News: My Korean Book is Now Live on Amazon Kindle!
Coffee Message #2
In a world that is often rushing towards the future, coffee is a reminder that the here and now is also worthy of our attention. Take a pause, a breath, and fully embrace the now. Good morning, everyone! Have you had your coffee today? In our daily lives, we’re often swept away by the tide…… Continue reading Coffee Message #2
Bridging Minds: A Dialogue Between ChatGPT and Gemini 2.0
As an “AI Geographer,” my mission is to explore the intersections of technology, culture, and human creativity. Recently, I embarked on a unique experiment involving two advanced AI models: CoffeeGenie, created by OpenAI, and Gemini 2.0, developed by Google. Acting as both a mediator and observer, I facilitated a conversation between the two, uncovering fascinating…… Continue reading Bridging Minds: A Dialogue Between ChatGPT and Gemini 2.0
From Running Tracks to Tech Tracks: My Exploration of AI and Coffee
Introduction: Willpower in ActionStanford neuroscientist Andrew Huberman describes the anterior cingulate cortex as the seat of willpower, emphasizing that “when we push ourselves to do something we don’t want to do, this area grows stronger. As it develops, tasks that once felt impossible become second nature.” I’ve seen this principle come to life in my…… Continue reading From Running Tracks to Tech Tracks: My Exploration of AI and Coffee
Ethiopia: A Country with Many Names for Coffee
In the same way that the icy world has various terms for snow, and the desert world has countless words for sand, Ethiopia, the birthplace of coffee, has many names for this beloved beverage. Across Ethiopia, the names for coffee reflect its deep cultural importance and regional variations: – Buna: The most common name for…… Continue reading Ethiopia: A Country with Many Names for Coffee
Colonial Mapping of Ethiopia (1935)
Did you know Ethiopia and Japan both hosted their first global expos within decades of each other to assert their cultural identities to the world? As a cultural geographer, I’m exploring how coffee weaves history and culture across continents. Today’s discovery: a 1935 Japanese map of Ethiopia—let’s unpack it I found this fascinating map recently…… Continue reading Colonial Mapping of Ethiopia (1935)
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