The Curious History of Phở: Vietnam’s Most Iconic Dish
Pho is a quintessential dish of Vietnam. But how did it come to be? Learn all about the history of pho here!
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The Birthday Questions: Goodbye 20s… Hello 30!
Today… I turn the big 3-0.
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Trying New Brews: Turkish Sand Coffee… in Jordan!
I’ve had at least one cup of coffee every single day of my life since I was 13 years old. Some say addiction, I say passion. My addict—er—passion has led me have espresso in Italy. Pour overs in Chicago. Syphon coffee that took 18 minutes to brew in Taiwan. Greek coffee in Crete. I’ve even
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The Starving Artist Mentality: Liberating or Debilitating?
I used to romanticize the starving artist lifestyle. Struggle and hardship would lead to growth and profound strokes of inspiration. Wondering how I’d pay next month’s rent would push me towards discovering myself. Just barely clawing past the red meant I was truly focusing on my passion. Money would be a distraction. Comfort would equate
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What Is an “Ethical” Elephant Experience in Thailand?: A Look at Elephant Nature Park
What is an “ethical” elephant experience and does Elephant Nature Park in Chiang Mai fit the bill? Find out here.
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Pad Thai vs Pad See Ew: The Ultimate Thai Noodle Showdown
The the battle of Pad Thai vs Pad See Ew, which Thai noodle dish reigns supreme?
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Walking Through Bangkok: A Shock to the Senses
Walking through Bangkok is a shock to the senses. Whizzing cars, abrupt voices, and indistinguishable dings, dongs, and beeps compete for attention. Different smells smack the nose around every which way—fish balls from the left, baked pastries from the right, sputtering engine fumes sneaking in between. These smells and sounds get trapped in the hot,
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The Curious History of Pad Thai
No matter what Thai restaurant you go to in the world, chances are the menu will have Pad Thai. And for good reason! Pad Thai is an exciting dish with a complex blend of sweet, salty, and sour flavors. It has captured the taste buds of foodies around the globe, but how did this dish
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Affording the Next Adventure
I’ve embarked on my next great adventure. 3 weeks of cruising around Alaska with Jeremy under the “spouse on board” privilege. 4 weeks in Thailand. When I’ve told people my plans, the first reaction is genuine excitement. Behind the smile I can see a question percolating. Inner dialogue running, “Is it appropriate to ask? Am
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“I’m Retired”: Two Words That Changed Everything
“So what do you do?” Ever since COVID hit, this question has thrown my brain into a tizzy and stomach into knots. My inner dialogue goes something like this: “Say professional dancer!! No no no… freelance SEO expert, writer, and content creator. Nah come on. Don’t fluff yourself up…. Oh I got it I got
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