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LATEST ARTICLES ( 151 )

• TRAVEL/STYLE: Packing for New York

  

  Today’s post is a little special…because I’m currently writing it on a plane. I’ll be in the amazing New York City in an hour-and-a-half and I can’t get back... Read more

  Posted on 17 August 2012 FOOD & DRINK, TRAVEL

• EAT: Red Star Seafood Restaurant (鴻星海鮮酒家) – Dim Sum in Vancouver, BC

  

  I love dim sum. It’s my favourite form of Chinese food because I like how all items are unique and come in small portions that are meant to be shared.... Read more

  Posted on 15 August 2012 DINING OUT, FOOD & DRINK

• STYLE: Look #14 – Back to Basics

  

  Another great thing about summer is that you can get away with sporting basics only. In other seasons I always have to layer to stay warm, but in the summer I... Read more

  Posted on 15 August 2012 LIFESTYLE

• TRAVEL: London Eye – London, England

  

  And in the blink of the eye…the London 2012 Olympics have come to an end. Props to them for bringing back the Spice Girls in their closing ceremony; it was... Read more

  Posted on 14 August 2012 TRAVEL

• STYLE: Look #13 – Kiddo

  

  Gap is a special brand to me because it’s the only brand that I’ve been wearing for all of my life. Because Gap is such an iconic American label, I’m sure that... Read more

  Posted on 13 August 2012 LIFESTYLE

• EAT: Seasons in the Park – Pacific Northwest in Vancouver, BC

  

  Another family dinner of mine took place at Seasons in the Park, a luxurious restaurant that rests in the heart of Queen Elizabeth Park in Vancouver. Read more

  Posted on 13 August 2012 DINING OUT, FOOD & DRINK, TRAVEL

• STYLE: Look #12 – Safari Uniform

  

  Currently suffering from a bad haircut right now…and the timing’s particularly bad because I’m leaving to New York next week. Nevertheless, life (and blogging)... Read more

  Posted on 12 August 2012 LIFESTYLE

• EAT: Santouka Ramen – Japanese Noodles in Vancouver, BC

  

  My sister’s a huge fan of ramen, so the other day I brought her to try some of Vancouver’s finest at Santouka Ramen. This noodle shop is a franchise straight... Read more

  Posted on 11 August 2012 DINING OUT, FOOD & DRINK, TRAVEL

• TRAVEL/EAT: Richmond Night Market

  

  Thanks to Vancouver’s strong and large Asian community, it’s now official that the Richmond Night Market is one of the best night markets in the world. Read more

  Posted on 10 August 2012 DINING OUT, FOOD & DRINK, TRAVEL

• EAT: Cafe Medina – Coffee & Waffles in Vancouver, BC

  

  When my parents asked me to take them out for brunch, I decided to take them to Cafe Medina, the supposed best place for brunch in Vancouver. Read more

  Posted on 10 August 2012 DINING OUT, FOOD & DRINK, TRAVEL

• STYLE: Look #11 – The Frayed

  

  “Rugged and worn” fashion is more appreciated now than ever before. In fact, I think I’ve seen more torn jeans than anything else this summer. In this look,... Read more

  Posted on 09 August 2012 LIFESTYLE

• EAT: Shanghai Wonderful Restaurant (旺) – Shanghai Cuisine in Richmond, BC

  

  My family from Alberta is down in Vancouver this week, which is why I’ve had less time to blog lately. But on the bright side, I’ve been exploring a lot of grea... Read more

  Posted on 08 August 2012 DINING OUT, FOOD & DRINK, TRAVEL

• STYLE: Look #10 – Riviera Stripes

  

  After writing my last post about Nice, I was inspired to do a Riviera look to follow up with it. In the midst of gorgeous sunshine and the endless ocean, it’s... Read more

  Posted on 06 August 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• EAT: Kiyo – Japanese in Richmond, BC

  

  Richmond is a hub of good Japanese restaurants and I often have a hard time choosing which one to dine at. The other night my friend brought me to Kiyo for... Read more

  Posted on 05 August 2012 DINING OUT, FOOD & DRINK

• Old Town – Nice, France

  

  Despite being so geographically close, France and Italy yet both have their own very distinct cultures. But what if I told you that there’s a place on Earth wit... Read more

  Posted on 05 August 2012 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Kiyo – Japanese in Richmond, BC

  

  Richmond is a hub of good Japanese restaurants and I often have a hard time choosing which one to dine at. The other night my friend brought me to Kiyo for... Read more

  Posted on 05 August 2012 DINING OUT, FOOD & DRINK

• STYLE: Look #9 – Highlighted

  

  Neon colours have been back in fashion this year, and summer’s the perfect time to wear these bright and bold colours. But like all things in life, don’t dive... Read more

  Posted on 03 August 2012 LIFESTYLE

• STYLE: Look #8 – Split Decision

  

  Another dark outfit for another viewing for TDKR. The most eye-catching part of this look is definitely my unique “split” sweater. Read more

  Posted on 02 August 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• EAT: Eight 1/2 – Restaurant Lounge in Vancouver, BC

  

  After some shopping on the past Sunday, I went to eight 1/2 in Mt. Pleasant to have a late lunch. This restaurant/lounge gets its name from its location, as it... Read more

  Posted on 31 July 2012 DINING OUT, FOOD & DRINK

• STYLE: Look #7 – 70′s Blues

  

  Colour blocking is a fun way to build a trendy warm-weather look. I purchased these 70′s blues jeans from Asos in my last order because I like  their... Read more

  Posted on 30 July 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE