Wow. Timba I just read your blog. I can say that I didn't go to school with you but I am a true northwest foodie. I am suprised that you left the pnw as most don't and that is why we have so many growing pains here in Seattle.
I would think that someone like you would want to work in a Tom Douglas joint or something like that in Seattle rather than Thailand but can see the need for some change also. Cool man I am so excited that I found this site.