In December 2022, my girlfriend and I decided to embark on a grand trip spanning 5 countries and 1 city-state. In a series of posts, I'll take you through our 28-days trip across Jordan, Egypt, The Maldives, Malaysia, Singapore, and Dubai. Dubai is a modern, cosmopolitan city in the United Arab Emirates known for its … Continue reading Curated Exploration of Dubai’s Main Attractions
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Ruins & A Near-Lux Bubble Hotel
Day 2 in Jordan - Amman and Wadi Rum - follow me to the ruins of the Amman Citadel and experience the desert oasis near-lux bubble hotel.
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9 Places to Spend Your Next NYE in Dubai
In December 2022, my girlfriend and I embarked on a grand trip spanning 5 countries and 1 city-state. In a series of posts, I’ll take you through our 28-days trip across Jordan, Egypt, The Maldives, Malaysia, Singapore, and Dubai. Seeing the fireworks off the Burj Khalifa was one of my bucket list items. I spent … Continue reading 9 Places to Spend Your Next NYE in Dubai
Jerash Ruins and Amman Nights
Day 1 in Jordan In December 2022, my girlfriend and I embarked on a grand trip spanning 5 countries and 1 city-state. In a series of posts, I’ll take you through our 28-days trip across Jordan, Egypt, The Maldives, Malaysia, Singapore, and Dubai. Jordan was the was the first stop. I recap our first day … Continue reading Jerash Ruins and Amman Nights
The Magic of Jordan in 5 days
So...you're wanting to go to Jordan. Whether through word of mouth, social media, or another travel blog, Jordan has become your next destination. Where do you start with planning? How do you pack effectively? How do you manage cost? And lastly but most importantly, what should you do and where should you eat? I've compiled … Continue reading The Magic of Jordan in 5 days
Travel Essentials
I'll skip the basic items like toiletries and underwear that an experienced person like you can easily identify to pack on your next trip. Instead, I'll list the things that took research in order to determine this is something I needed, as well as the reasons I went with this particular brand/model. All links below … Continue reading Travel Essentials
How to Hotpot in Washington DC
Hi friend! Thanks for finding this post. You either moved to DC and realized the lack of accessible Asian grocery stores, or you're not Chinese and have heard your [token] Chinese friend describe this magical meal that clearly resembles fondue. Hot pot is the easiest way to feed and satisfy multiple guests. It's interactive, communal, … Continue reading How to Hotpot in Washington DC
Cantonese-style Crispy Pork Belly
Growing up, I always asked my mom to bring this home when she went grocery shopping. Seeing a whole side of pig hanging from a hook meant to me that I couldn’t possibly do this at home. I was wrong. This recipe requires time and a few key techniques to achieve in your home oven. … Continue reading Cantonese-style Crispy Pork Belly
Chopped DC – a cooking competition at home
I turned 31 years old this year. I decided to host a competition at home and invited my friends to compete. I'll post the instructions, shopping list, and everything else you need to host your own competition as a follow up to this post. For now, please enjoy the highlight reel! Structure of the competition: … Continue reading Chopped DC – a cooking competition at home
Better-Than-Takeout Kung Pao Chicken
I wrote this post with my roommate Taylor in mind, who is just starting to explore the world of cooking. Each step is described without common cooking words like julienne, dice, and slice. Sometimes, I forget that these make cooking a daunting experience. So this post is for all cooks just starting out, who want … Continue reading Better-Than-Takeout Kung Pao Chicken







