This is the second post in my “2019 in Review” series! February brought snow, a trip to Thailand, and a live music show.

Snow!

  • Tiny raccoon prints in the light dusting of snow on our doorstep, February 4
  • A light blanket of snow on our driveway, February 9
  • Ginger enjoys the fireplace on a snowy day

We had a couple days of snow in early February — a good opportunity for us to stay cozy indoors with the fireplace.

Bangkok, Thailand

Mid-month, I went on a work trip to Bangkok, Thailand — and I made a seemingly foolish decision to only stay there 3 nights with a 24 hour travel time both ways. But it was a formative experience for me, as I traveled overseas alone and solely represented my team. There were a lot of wrenches thrown into my trip, but my survival mode kicked in and I'm proud of how I overcame my challenges.

  • I loved every breakfast I had in Bangkok — this is Kaphrao.
  • Siam University, where the event was held.
  • Enjoyed the renowned Tom Yum at P'Aor.
  • Taken while waiting for the train at Phaya Thai station.

View the full album of photos of my journey.

Cooking

  • Split Pea Soup and Charcuterie
  • 7 Layer Dip

I only seem to have documented a couple of meals prepared in February: I made Split Pea Soup early in the month (alongside Gouda cheese that I bought in Amsterdam!), and a 7-layer dip for Super Bowl Sunday.

Dining Out

  • Breakfast at Heim
  • “3 Little Pigs” at Jackrabbit:
    Country ham, porcini-dusted “porkcorn” & “trottertots”
  • Drinks at Jackrabbit
Dining in February 2019

We tried a couple of new spots in February: Heim Bakery & Cafe and Jackrabbit (a spot brought to us by San Francisco Chef, Chris Cosentino). Both were quite good, and the latter has great cocktails!

Entertainment

We saw Roma at the our favorite movie house, the Hollywood Theatre, where they were showing it in stunning 70mm. I really enjoyed the film's visuals and storytelling.

Beirut at the Arlene Schnitzer concert hall

We rarely go to see live music these days, but we always enjoy it when we do! On the last day of February, we went to see one of our favorite bands, Beirut, perform at the Schnitz.

Miscelleanous

I'm going to Graceland

Every time I've gone to a record shop in the past couple of years, I've kept my eye out for a copy of Paul Simon's Graceland, and I finally found one in great condition at Little Axe Records!

And now for a couple of random snaps from the month that don't fit anywhere else...

  • A very Portland vending machine
  • A very good floof