As I’m about to fly home to China in a few days, I realized that one thing I miss the most about being in China is eating at restaurants the Chinese way. When I first came to the US in 2013, it took me a while to adjust to the American way of restaurant service. … Continue reading Why I Dislike Eating in American Restaurants
Things I Wish I knew As A Harvard Freshman
You can’t force any Harvard students to do anything Never take “no” as an answer; never take rules as unchangeable Lamont is a place to socialize, not to study Do not buy any course books. You will NOT read them. Just borrow from the library. Never expect that everyone has the same priorities as you … Continue reading Things I Wish I knew As A Harvard Freshman
10 Most Underappreciated Food Places Around Harvard
You should be experiencing major FOMO if you graduate from Harvard without eating at one of these places! 1. Night Market 75 Winthrop St Partly because of its subterranean nature and unassuming front, Night Market has gone unnoticed by many Harvard students—I personally have never stepped into it until senior year. But the moment I … Continue reading 10 Most Underappreciated Food Places Around Harvard
How to Eat A Lot Without Gaining Weight
When I tell people about my food-related endeavors, their first reaction is usually this: “But you don’t look like you eat that much!” People seem to have the general impression that people who love eating must be overweight. I am fortunate to say that even though my eating habits have changed a lot in the past … Continue reading How to Eat A Lot Without Gaining Weight
My Problem with “How are you?”
When I first arrived at Harvard freshman year, it was also my first time being in the US. Many things that happened during that hectic first week of school is now blurry memory, but one thing still stands out to me, more than three years later: I did not know how to reply when people … Continue reading My Problem with “How are you?”
A Guide to Eating in Japan (Part II)
This article contains specific recommendations on where to eat in Japan. For general tips on how to find good food in Japan, see Part I. Here are the 17 most memorable food places I visited in Japan during my latest trip: 1. Nihonbashi Sembikiya (日本橋千疋屋) There is a custom in Japan to give gifts of … Continue reading A Guide to Eating in Japan (Part II)
A Guide to Eating at Harvard Square and Beyond
My biggest hobby at Harvard is finding good food (and here is why). Having spent three years here, I have gotten so familiar with the restaurant scene here that I feel compelled to pass on my knowledge for those new to the area. Below is a review of nearly 100 food places at Harvard Square and … Continue reading A Guide to Eating at Harvard Square and Beyond
A Guide to Eating in Japan (Part I)
This article contains general tips on how to find good food in Japan. For specific recommendations, check out Part II as well as a previous article I wrote on my last trip to Japan. I have been to Japan three times, and the No. 1 reason that I keep coming back is the food. I am a perfectionist when it … Continue reading A Guide to Eating in Japan (Part I)
Zara’s Food Map of San Francisco
I spent 60 days in this city and went to almost 50 places to eat that I loved. Click on the markers to view my tips. View Zara's Food Map of San Francisco in a full screen map
Reflection on a Summer of Getting The Information
Writing China-related tech news for The Information this summer was hands down the most rewarding professional experience I have ever had. The Information was built on the belief that people are willing to pay for truly good content, and I leave even more convinced about this thesis and the values of the organization: a relentless focus on … Continue reading Reflection on a Summer of Getting The Information
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