Hi!! I'm back as promised. Yesterday was "Ivy Day" and the verdict is ..... Rejected by all three of my three dream schools. Am I disappointed, definitely. Actually, I'm pretty devastated and probably won't be doing anything academically productive for the next two days or so. However, now that I'm officially done, I thought this … Continue reading My Thoughts on the College Process
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Best Eats of 2018
HAPPY NEW YEARS!!!!! It's officially 2019 here in Shanghai! I swear every year goes by faster. 2018 was a year of incredible eats and I thought I'd share the highlights (in no particular order). Tsukiji Aosora Sandaime I'm always on the lookout for great Japanese gems. Thanks to Shanghai Girl Eats, I found Tsukiji Aosora … Continue reading Best Eats of 2018
College Reflections
Hi!! I hope everyone's been able to relax these few weeks as the Holidays ramps up!. Exams are over (Finally!), so I can take at least the next week easy. Today's post is a different from the usual, but please bear with me. Let's get started! This morning Columbia's Early Decision results came out. I … Continue reading College Reflections
5 Things I’m Grateful For 2018
Happy Thanksgiving!!! I hope everyone has or will have a great time enjoying family and food! This year, we won't be feasting on turkey or stuffing ourselves with pie 😦 But, not having a food baby means I can focus on what Thanksgiving's really about: Gratitude! So, here's the 5 things I'm most grateful for. … Continue reading 5 Things I’m Grateful For 2018
Happy National Day!
Hi!! I've switched to posting every two weeks, but this week's special. First, I've "completed" supplements for my three target schools- FINALLY! More importantly, it's National Day! I get the ENTIRE week off. So, this week, I'm stepping away from schoolwork into Shanghai- Starting today. Let's get going! K11 Shanghai has an amazing art scene, … Continue reading Happy National Day!
5 Chinese Kitchen Essentials
Hi!! I'm back today with something different today. Food adventures and recipes are great, but it's fun to switch things up once in a while. As for life, it's been pretty hectic. The good news is that college essays are finally starting to come along. Well, back to the food. "Chinese" cuisine is incredibly diverse … Continue reading 5 Chinese Kitchen Essentials
The 5 Most Underrated Summer Fruits
Hi!! I'm back! It's a bit early, but I really missed everyone!!! Quick update: Things are getting hot in Shanghai! Even with the rain, it hasn't dropped below 32C (90F) all week. Well, when things heat up, there's nothing I love more than a MASSIVE bowl of fresh fruit. Most people would reach for a … Continue reading The 5 Most Underrated Summer Fruits
Going On Summer Vacation!
Hi!!! I'm finally back. After a long year of writing and food adventures, I'm definitely ready for a break. Unlike the past summers, I won't be heading for camp. However, between college essays and my internship at Sidechef, my summer will be packed. Of course, there will be plenty of research (read: wandering and eating) … Continue reading Going On Summer Vacation!
Happy Mother’s Day!!!
Hi!!! As promised, I'm back with a VERY special post. Yesterday was Mother's Day, and given everything mom's done for me, how could I not celebrate. Restaurants are great, but Mother's day calls for something with much more heart. For her birthday, I made a nice trifle. This time, I decided to take it up … Continue reading Happy Mother’s Day!!!
Happy Birthday Mom!
Hi!!! Today's a very special day- My MOM'S BIRTHDAY!!! Normally, birthdays = nice dinner, but she didn't feel like going out. Of course, that's no excuse to not to make her feel special and celebrate. How? Birthday Breakfast!!!) Blueberry biscotti trifle with a spinach, mushroom and mozzarella omelet. Sure, the trifle didn't quite turn … Continue reading Happy Birthday Mom!
The Red-braised Twinkie 