If there’s one place in Hong Kong I’ve frequented the most, it’s Victoria Peak. While it’s the top tourist destination as the highest point on Hong Kong Island, the Peak is also basically my backyard. Throughout my 9 years living in the Mid-Levels area just below the Peak, I’ve regularly hiked up the various trails …
As a Filipina living in Hong Kong for the past 9 years, one of my favorite things about this city is the sheer amount of amazing fresh mango desserts. Mango sago is easily the one I eat the most. The refreshing, not-too-sweet Cantonese tong sui (dessert soup) with juicy mango and chewy sago pearls comes …
Located in the New Territories, Tseung Kwan O might be Hong Kong’s most family and pet-friendly neighborhood. With a waterfront promenade, separate dog parks for small and large dogs, wide sidewalks for strollers, and so much pet-friendly dining and shopping, it’s a great spot for a daytime outing with the whole family. I’ve been frequenting …
As a Hong Kong resident for over 8 years, I’ve now been to Macao over a dozen times. It’s become a must whenever we have visitors in town for the first time or if there’s a big event or concert (seeing Celine Dion live there is forever a highlight!). With a rich history influenced by …
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, …
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 …
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 …
