He went to pretty much the most touristy place he could- the sheep head does come recommended by a local I met today. My beefy noodles cost about 2USD for a large portion.Quote:
Originally Posted by Cujo
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He went to pretty much the most touristy place he could- the sheep head does come recommended by a local I met today. My beefy noodles cost about 2USD for a large portion.Quote:
Originally Posted by Cujo
interesting thread.
good luck and keep updating!
^ secondeded
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Rainy day here but those hills are begging to be climbed up!
Two good skills to acquire. I'm presuming there are saddles on the mares rather than bareback. Just remember before mounting you mare check her girth, too loose and a mishap or two may reduce the riders pleasure.Quote:
Originally Posted by Dillinger
So 5USD for food a day that's 150 a month, if you keep away from the gambling dens you'll be rich, rich rich.Quote:
Originally Posted by Mandaloopy
The quality and price of supermarkets is a pleasant surprise- easy to cook western food and there are even some convenience food that can be thrown in the oven. Beef is cheap- about 5USD per kilo. lamb comes in at a similar price. Chicken is expensive, given the winters it is not surprising. Lots of German and Russian foods here,too. Fruit is western priced- it has to be imported but root veggies are cheap as chips.
View from the office is pretty special
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and lunches are pretty nice
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...what's the white scoop on the left?...
Looks like mash in addition to the rice.
Double carbs for the nostalgic.
It was bread roll, was quite surprised.
Did they forget to bake it?Quote:
Originally Posted by Mandaloopy
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And get yer haircut, ya hippy! :)
Looks more like a boiled dumpling, doesn't it?Quote:
Originally Posted by Luigi
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boiled rice flour dumplings...
Probably steamed.Quote:
Originally Posted by Luigi
@LuLu- how I wish I had long hair like that- will be a slap head by 40 for sure!
I was kinda hoping for meat filled dumplings
^^^^ Busted :)
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want that one!! :)Quote:
Originally Posted by mandaloopy
Brilliant thread. I am still trying to work out if i am as envious as fuck, or glad its not me.
Another adventure, what's not to like.
Amen.
Top stuff Mandy.
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Nice stuff,I'll give it three thumbs up.:tumbs::tumbs::tumbs:
Had to go on a teachers "retreat" this Saturday after the school opening ceremony; there are a lot of Soviet influences that still live on here, in this case ALL schools in Mongolia open on September 1st. As I work at an international school it is all for show, no classes or anything like that. That fun starts tomorrow and I am genuinely looking forward to getting back to work.
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Spent the weekend here. it was very peaceful pre-vodka
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Thought we would be in gers, turns out the resort was pretty fancy.
Mongolians do not mess about when it comes to vodka- I wouldn't recommend you try to match their impressive drinking speed. As for the local vodka, better and smoother than Russian vodka but I'm still not a fan of the stuff. Give me beer anyday!
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Ooooh la la you are where?
Seb how many time have I told you to go HK not some shithole?
OK Just kidding, love ya.
Yes....believe it or not. Go back through his recent posts and you will see that he got screwed over by his school in China and pulled the plug there after only a very brief stay.
For fukks sake wtf just did.
Mainland is a snakepit.
If you are reading this OP what are you doing? Get out of there please.
There we go no idea of where he is, what he is doing, or if he is happy, but still giving shit advice you know nothing about.. Typical momo shit..Quote:
Originally Posted by Commander Shepphard
^^ He did. He's now in Mongolia.
In the post right above yours:Quote:
Originally Posted by Commander Shepphard
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Originally Posted by Mandaloopy
You're welcome...:)Quote:
Originally Posted by Mandaloopy
Hey momo, not on the mainland anymore- most Chinese are cool, I just hit a bit of bad luck after 11 years of lucking out for the most part.Quote:
Originally Posted by Commander Shepphard
I think micro-apartments in Hong Kong kill it for me, a shame as it is one of the best cities in the world
Its half the strength of russian vodka and made from horse milk.Quote:
Originally Posted by Mandaloopy
You'd be better off with baileys you pussy:)
^That was served for breakfast! The vodka we had is the same proof as Russian, what you are thinking of is the traditional Arkhi milk vodka, it's not in season at the moment so will have to wait for the ol taste test- like the bottom of a birdcage I'm told
Today was the first day of school, I boy am I going to be busy but looking forward to the challenge! My school is for profit, and while a lot of the money clearly goes back into the school in terms of material and grounds it means pretty much anyone is admitted. The varied ability is going to be the challenge- I have second graders who cannot spell there name but one girl who in the strongest American accent claimed: "Yeah my English is good but my Mongolian sucks!" There was a Maybach in the school drop off area- there is some serious wealth here. Now, back to the laminating
You've found a cute admin assistant already then?Quote:
Originally Posted by Mandaloopy
As a an old IM hand and camel worrier (banned for life)
Gobi Happy
Keep TD snappy
If you try inner Wrong Holier
In Outer Mongolia
Always wear a nappy
Having lived at below minus 20 in Finland and Hungary the key is quality LAYERS cotton that wont sweat , thermals etc , the cheap Chinese fleeces etc are last resort, I'm sure the well heeled Mongols will know where to source the McCoy.
If worst comes to worse a Yurt sweatlodge in the hottub with a hot Mongolian lady should take your mind off PYP
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P.S If all else fails then Ulanbate yersel to Nirvana
555
Sex in Mongolia: Is It Dangerous For Foreigners?
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Things won’t be like Thailand or the Philippines, but it shouldn’t be too difficult to convince a girl in Mongolia to go on a date with a Western man. However, things can get complicated for one reason – Mongolian men despise seeing Western men with local girls.
Not only do they not like it, but these descendants of Genghis Khan are known to be quite aggressive.
How to Seduce Mongolian Girls
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The women here are stunning, but we were warned to be careful in induction oddly enough. Met a few locals who enjoy hanging with beers. Most of my coworkers appear to be missionaries who transitioned into teaching, suffice to say the nightlife isn't something that appeals to them. My plan to enjoy these two years, take advantage of working in a country most folks will never visit and use my banked salary to buy a modest condo in BKK. Thailand will always be "home", it's time to start thinking of moving back in a couple of years.
So what do you think so far Mandy...is that writer full of it?Quote:
Originally Posted by SKkin
Nope, he is spot on- you really should not show off your local girl in front of local men. When booze is involved, violent crime is a problem in Mongolia. Avoid large groups of drunken men and don't go out after 10pm if you can help it. I live in a gated community with shops of restaurants and it's more about safety than prestige. There are dive bars, best avoided though. Most expats drink and the Shangri-La where bar brawls are unlikely and freelancers are welcome.Quote:
Originally Posted by SKkin