Vinko’s Thoughts On…
Notes on tech, travel, food, and photography — from a true technology versatilist.
Food
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A good omakase doesn’t have to be a Ginza splurge
A good Tokyo omakase can be a small, relaxed counter at a reasonable price, not a famous Ginza bill.
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Why some sushi fish tastes better
Some sushi fish tastes cleaner and firmer because of how it was handled on the boat, in a method called ike jime.
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Why a “Perfectly Cooked” Steak Still Looks Wrong Without a Crust
Pink in the middle isn’t enough. Without a real sear crust, a “perfectly cooked” steak still looks wrong — doneness without brown is only a temperature reading.
Travel
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Design Hotels bookable with Marriott points
Design Hotels bookable with Marriott points: boutique stays on Bonvoy, thinner Titanium perks, still book Marriott direct.
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Book Marriott through a portal and you can lose the elite nights
Book Marriott through a bank portal or OTA and you can lose elite nights, Bonvoy points, and status benefits. Book Marriott direct.
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Paying for Amex Platinum and never opening the credits
Paying for Amex Platinum and never opening the credits is a coupon book you never tear. HK Plat ≠ US Plat; Brilliant is a different card.
From Instagram
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Dim Sum in Macau
This is the Chún’s imagine of the traditional Cantonese fried spring roll. This place does the traditional the most traditional way and once in a while to…
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Most important for a hotel is a good night sleep
Most important for a hotel is a good night sleep
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Nice that Chún will change and spin their regular dishes occasionally
Nice that Chún will change and spin their regular dishes occasionally. Of course the key is to maintain the food quality standards