East Village Soup Dumpling Crawl
I embarked on an East Village soup dumpling crawl. Check out the journey here!
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The Curious History of Xialongbao, AKA Soup Dumplings
Xialongbao, AKA soup dumplings, are an amazing culinary creation. Who invented them and where did they come from? I dove into the history to find out.
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The Birthday Questions: Goodbye 28, Hello 29
For every birthday, I asked “The Birthday Questions.” The concept is simple: a series of 4 questions that encourages a healthy dose of reflection and speculation. It’s a fun way to reconnect with friends and spark thought provoking conversations. (Check out my answers for last year HERE!) Today I turn 29, and I’m shocked at
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Trader Joe’s and Subway Drama: Another New York Moment
You never know what will happen when you step onto the New York subway.
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Getting a “Yes Man” to Say “No”: Setting Boundaries as a Gig Worker
When I first began my journey in the New York City gig economy, I accepted nearly every job that came my way. No questions asked. I needed to establish myself in the scene and get experience, but I also wanted to stockpile my cash. Flexible work makes for a freeing lifestyle, but it often comes
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“I’m So Lucky!”… Or Am I?
“I’m so lucky!” This is a phrase I’ve often used to describe my life. My 20s have been chocked full of amazing experiences, and I’ve thanked luck for my good fortunes– booking a big contract, going on an amazing vacation, finding the perfect sublet, landing a cool gig, so on and so forth. “I
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Lower East Side Fried Chicken Sandwich Crawl
I embarked on a Lower East Side fried chicken sandwich crawl to find the best the neighborhood has to offer.
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$.99 Fresh Pizza: A True Taste of New York
Nothing embodies the true taste of New York like a $1 slice of cheese pizza. Sometimes satisfying. Sometimes infuriating. Usually grungy. Frequently served with an attitude and pinch of sarcasm. Always quick and efficient. (Learn about the history of New York pizza HERE.) My first slice back was like my taste buds were hugging an
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3 Cheap Eats in Playa del Carmen for Less Than $5USD
Looking for cheap eats in Playa del Carmen? Here are 3 for less than 100mxn/$5usd!
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The Explosive (Literally!) History of Tacos
Tacos are popular across the world, but have you ever wondered how they came to be? I dove into the history of tacos to find out.
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