Once again Ben found a feed of the Japanese New Year’s program Kōhaku Uta Gassen. It has musical performances from K-pop and J-pop groups as well as kooky cultural traditions and shout-outs from different regions of the country. Sam got to hang out with us while Jack went to a sleepover.
The next day was a simple celebration at home for Ben’s 45th birthday. I tried to make Miyeok-guk, the traditional Korean birthday seaweed soup. It was not great. Not sure if I messed it up or it’s more of an acquired taste. Ben has really gotten into cooking over the past couple years and his skills with Asian flavors and techniques surpasses mine. I don’t have a picture, but I think I made his usual Italian Cream cake for dessert. It was a pleasant, relaxed day at home together.
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