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Even though I am into cooking, I am not that good at cooking. So, before I start cooking, I always make sure to look for recipes online. I often check recipes from Youtube whenever I cook western-style food. The recipes are so easy to follow that even my younger brother can follow along. Anyway, after checking recipes, I prepare all ingredients and follow the recipe step by step. For example, I preheat the pan, chop up vegetables, and mince the meat. Then, I cook the ingredients accordingly. I think seasoning is the most difficult part. So, I often ask my mom to season it for me.

I had a final exam last year. So, when the final was over, my friends and I decided to have a small party for ourselves. We decided to have a small potluck party.

I was responsible for the main dish. So, I prepared Cheese Dakgalbi for them. Well, let me tell you what Cheese Dakgalbi is. It is a sort of spicy food in Korea that everyone likes. I was cooking at home. However, I had many challenges since my kitchen was compact and I didn’t even have enough ingredients. However, it turned out to be delicious.

As I said earlier, we decided to cook for ourselves. It’s because we wanted to relieve our stress after the final exam and there is a saying “spicy food reduces stress”.

I love eating Indian food. But the thing is… Indian food is such a rip-off in Korea. I don’t get why it is so expensive. Anyway, I decided to cook Indian food by myself. I looked up some recipes as usual and attempted to follow the recipe. But, there were so many ingredients that I couldn’t find in Korea. For example, I couldn’t find particular spices such as cumin and cayenne pepper. Anyway, I just tried without some spices and it turned out it was nasty. I could smell some bad odors from meat and vegetables and it was not authentic at all. I couldn’t even finish the plate. I learned a lesson. There’s a reason why Indian food in Korea is expensive.

Oh, really? I didn’t know that you were into cooking just like me. It’s great to hear that. I am interested to know more about it.

So, why Italian food? Are there any reasons you enjoy cooking Italian food? I mean… it’s not that I don’t enjoy eating Italian food but I’m just curious.

Also, how often do you cook? Even though I am into cooking, I sometimes find it annoying to buy and prepare ingredients. Do you also feel that way?

Lastly, who do you cook with? Do you cook with your friends or do you like to cook alone? It’s sad that I am the only one in my family who enjoys cooking, so I just cook alone. How about you?

Okay. Could you answer me if you don’t mind?

Hey, yo. It’s me, Eric. I think you told me last time that you wanted me to bring something for the party. I am not quite sure what to prepare actually. Would you mind telling me in more detail?

What am I supposed to bring? I mean… should I bring drinks or food? If you tell me how many people will be joining the party, I will drop by the supermarket and buy some drinks or food.

Or, do you want me to cook something for the party? I don’t think it is a potluck party. Am I right? But, if you want me to, I can cook and share at the party.

One last thing. Are there any video games or movies? I think it would be nice if there were games or some entertainment. If you want me to, I can take my xbox with me. Just let me know.

That’s it. I will catch you later. Call me back ASAP.

Hey, Ava. It’s me, Eric again. I am sorry to break the news. Earlier, you asked me to prepare some dishes for the party. So, I did. But, actually, on my way home, I accidently dropped the dish when a delivery truck almost hit me. That was horrible. Anyway,

So, here’s what I think. I already spilled the milk. Let’s not cry over spilled milk.

What do you want to eat? I can just call the restaurant and tell them to deliver before the party. Just let me know what you want and I will order immediately.

Or, I am gonna ask Jane if she can pick me up at the restaurant. She told me that she is off from work a bit earlier than usual today. Maybe she can pick it up for us?

Again… that was a bummer. I am sorry for not being extra-careful today. Anyway, please let me know what you think. Get back to me when you get this message.

Umm.. it’s been a while since I cooked. I think one of the most memorable experiences I had with cooking was when I and my friends went to a beach house in Jeju Island last year. We threw a big BBQ party and had so much fun there. Everything was perfect. Beautiful scenery, tasty meat, enough alcohol, and friends. It couldn’t be better. But, actually, when I was grilling and flipping burger patties, I didn’t realize that my pants were also burning. I couldn’t notice that my pants were also burning because I was totally wasted that night. Yeah, there was a massive hole on my pants. Luckily, I didn’t get hurt that much. This experience sticks to my mind because I remember my friends just laughing at the burning pants rather than worrying about me. What a good friend.