I have a confession: it wasn’t until I booked a trip to Sapporo for a snowboarding trip back in 2019 that I realized that Sapporo Beer was named after a real place, specifically the capital city of Japan’s northernmost Hokkaido prefecture. And if Hokkaido sounds familiar, it’s because it’s home to the best Hokkaido uni, …
I made the Sailor Moon-inspired baby shower of my dreams a reality! I know that most people let their friends plan their baby shower, but since it was also my birthday party and I’ve been in a major creative and planning mode throughout my pregnancy, I wanted to control every single detail 😂 Thankfully my …
I can’t believe our baby girl is here!! I started this list of baby registry and nursery essentials while I was still in nesting mode, after lots of research from friends, baby classes, and the internet. Now that we’ve already been in the trenches, I can actually list my favorite items based on how often …
We just wrapped up an absolutely blissful babymoon in Bali, which had the perfect mix of relaxation, nature, luxury, culture, dining, and activities to make our last trip as a childless couple so memorable and romantic. Even if you’re not pregnant, there is so much to see and do, so keep reading to see how …
We just finished the first half of our babymoon in Bali, and had an absolutely blissful stay at Maya Ubud Resort and Spa. This expansive luxury resort in Ubud, Bali is tucked in the middle of the jungle but located just 10-15 minutes from the main part of Ubud town, making it an excellent choice …
If there’s a food I’ve been craving the most this entire pregnancy, it’s sandwiches. I think I’ve already eaten more sandwiches in this 5 month period than I have for the entirety of last year, from pastrami to grilled cheeses 😂 And if there’s one sandwich I’ve been CRAVING but haven’t been able to enjoy …
The charming seaside town of Sai Kung offers Hong Kong’s best hiking and nature activities, which are sure to kick up an appetite. Luckily, it’s also filled with excellent eateries, including its own seafood street, bakeries, and more. So here are my favorite places to grab a bite in the “backyard of Hong Kong.” Sai …
Bangkok is easily one of the most bustling cities in Asia, with a loud and chaotic mix of food, culture, nightlife, and luxury. The food is especially exciting, with a huge diversity of street food, Michelin-rated dining, and markets. Here is a quick list of some of my favorite places I’ve eaten over 3 trips …
When you think of Filipino food, there’s a huge chance you picture a tray of lumpia or spring rolls served with sweet chili sauce. And while this version of a spring roll known as lumpiang shanghai is undoubtedly the most popular, its vegetable counterpart is the kind that my family is most famous for. My …
The Philippines is a country comprised of over 7,000 islands, and while destinations like Boracay, Palawan and Cebu are internationally well-known, there’s a chance you’ve never heard of Siargao before. Even as a 100% Filipina who grew up in America surrounded by Filipinos, I only learned about Siargao when I moved to Hong Kong 9 …
