Destination: Banff, Canada (Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, and Yoho National Park– DAY 1)

Moraine Lake in the fall (October 2024) Banff National Park had been on my bucket list of places to visit for years. I fell in love with photos of Lake Louise and Moraine Lake online, and I knew I had to go sooner than later. That said, I had the opportunity to visit Banff for … Continue reading Destination: Banff, Canada (Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, and Yoho National Park– DAY 1)

Destination: Calgary, Canada

Skyline of Calgary (October 2024) It had been over 15 years since I last visited Canada-- I hadn't gone back since I was in my teens, so it made returning to the neighbors up north surreal as an adult. I'd previously visited the west and east coasts of Canada, so this time, I would be … Continue reading Destination: Calgary, Canada

5 Best Matcha Spots in Los Angeles

Matcha: the vibrant, Japanese green tea that has taken the world by storm. Even just five years ago, matcha was still a niche drink popular among inner Asian circles-- now, it's an "influencer" beverage that's exploded to fame thanks to social media, with different iterations (e.g. latte, einspänner, even seltzer) created seemingly every season. The … Continue reading 5 Best Matcha Spots in Los Angeles

Lost in LA: Koreatown

The Wiltern Theater in K-Town (July 2024) Known colloquially as "K-Town," Koreatown is one of the densest and ethnically-diverse neighborhoods in Los Angeles. Located about 4 miles (6.4 km) west of Downtown LA, this area is, of course, home to a notable Korean-American community with shopping malls, churches, and grocery stores that cater to the … Continue reading Lost in LA: Koreatown