In Simply Enjoy Life and the Great Pleasures That Come With It, Enoc Perez presents an idyllic scene reminiscent of a postcard, featuring a Moutai bottle and a Margarita glass. Moutai, a highly esteemed Chinese liquor with a rich heritage, serves as a potent symbol of status and prestige. Through this composition, Perez engages with the narratives crafted by the advertising industry, simultaneously celebrating the visual allure of such materials while subtly exposing their inherent absurdities and moral complexities. Perez's work delves into the dual role Moutai plays in modern China, representing both cultural pride and rampant commercialism. In his hands, the iconic bottle becomes a point of reflection on the intersections between personal and collective history, as well as the broader themes of colonialism, trade, and cultural exchange in Asia. By juxtaposing these elements, Perez fosters a nuanced cross-cultural dialogue, drawing on his own experiences to explore the global influence of such symbols. The result is a composition that not only questions the narratives surrounding luxury and indulgence but also reflects on the deeper historical forces at play.