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