Philadelphia is a city with rich history, but it’s also a city full of fun places to eat, drink, and explore. You’ve probably heard of the typical things people do on a trip to Philly—see the Liberty Bell, visit the Museum of the American Revolution, try different foods at Reading Terminal Market—which are all excellent … Continue reading Philly Favorites: Exciting Spots in a Historical City
Mexico City is one of the greatest food cities in the world—the variety of food options are endless and cafes and restaurants boast their unique recipes and styles. I can confidently say that I did not have a single bad meal while in the city and almost every meal I had felt well-crafted and thought … Continue reading Must-Visit Restaurants in Mexico City
Mexico City was a destination I heard everyone, especially the folks I work with, talk endlessly about. It wasn’t initially on my radar as I usually don’t lean toward hot weather destinations, but as time went on and I heard well-traveled people rave about the food and art, I began to get excited about the … Continue reading My Favorite Experiences in CDMX
This is the last installment of a four-part post series about my trip to Iceland. Don’t forget to check out my posts about the Golden Circle, eats in Reykjavík, and things to do in Reykjavík! And if you want to know what Dill is like in 2024, read my recent thoughts on them here. I’ll … Continue reading Dinner at Dill
This is the third installment of a four-part post series about my trip to Iceland. Don’t forget to check out my posts about the Golden Circle, eats in Reykjavík,and my experience dining at Dill. Going to Iceland was my first time traveling internationally again since 2018. It was also my first international trip with my … Continue reading Around Reykjavík: Great Things to Do and See
This is the second installment of a four-part post series about my trip to Iceland. Check out my first post on the Golden Circle here and my post on things to do around Reykjavík here. If you like reading about food, don’t miss my post on a dining experience at one of Reykjavík’s most special … Continue reading Everything You Need to Eat in Reykjavík
This is the first of a four-part post series about my trip to Iceland. Read my posts on what to eat in Reykjavík, what to see in the city, and a special meal at Dill! This was a trip I genuinely thought I would never go on. For one, Iceland wasn’t on my list of … Continue reading Iceland’s Golden Circle
You may not believe it, but I visited Washington, D.C. twice in a span of three months last year. I planned a long weekend trip for my partner’s birthday, and it was love at first sight for him, so we ended up going again soon after. I decided to put together this guide with some … Continue reading Your Weekend Agenda: Washington, D.C.
I had a smashing good time eating at all different types of dining establishments this year. I found many cool places over the past twelve months, but I also revisited some old favorites of mine. For me, the best meals aren’t always just about the food–they’re about the company, the atmosphere, and sometimes other things … Continue reading My Favorite Meals of 2021
When people ask me where I’m from, I always answer “uh, Chicago.” The “uh” is important here; it signals to the person asking (and frankly, also serves as a reminder to myself) that I’m from Chicagoland, but not the city itself. Despite growing up in a suburb that bordered Chicago, I seldom went into the … Continue reading Solo in Chicago: a Former Suburbanite’s Day in the City
Shin Hye Away 