International Student Handbook Office of Global Strategies and International Affairs
Most importantly, be brave! Introduce yourself to American students, try new things, and never be afraid to ask questions. The Office of International Affairs is available to help with questions and problems, but we can only help if you tell us.
Local Restaurants
There are millions of restaurants in Frankfort for you to choose to taste. Just google restaurants near me. Typical food features American, Mexican, Chinese, Italian, Vietnam, and Thai. The list just go on and on.
Tipping
For your reference and convenience, the following is a list, not complete, of workers that you should or you'd better pay a tip:
Waiter/waitress at a restaurant: 10% to 20%
Restaurant deliverer: 10% to 20%
Bartender: 10% to 20%
Taxi/Cab driver: 10% to 20%
Hair/nail salon or barbershop: 10% to 20%
Valet: 1to5
Hotel bellman: $1 to $2
Measures and Equivalents
Weight
1 kilogram = 2.2 U. S. pounds = 4 3/8 cups = 1000 grams
454 grams = 1 U. S. pound = 16 ounces = 1 cup
100 grams = 3.5 ounces
28.3 grams = 1 ounce = 2 tablespoons
Capacity
1 liter = 4 cups = 31/2 tablespoons = 1.06 quarts (liquid)
1 cup (liquid) = 2.4 deciliters