When I arrived in Taiwan for the first time last week, my first impression was that it felt just like Japan. Taipei station feels just like Tokyo station. Ximen is like Shinjuku/Shibuya. Even the cute, mountainous town on the outskirt of Taipei - Jiufen - reminds one of Kamakura, the cute, mountainous town on the outskirt … Continue reading Taipei Tasting Notes
A Love Letter to Arsicault Bakery
If you know me, you know that I’m a croissant snob. I had originally conceived this blog post as a comprehensive review of “The Croissants of San Francisco.” But after going around tasting all the croissants of San Francisco, the verdict for the best croissant became so clear that I decided to devote my entire … Continue reading A Love Letter to Arsicault Bakery
When in Barcelona, Slow Down and Eat
Every time I visit a new country, a part of me changes. This spring break, I visited Barcelona. And I’ve come to remember the place as where I got used to drinking wine like water, having three-hour-long lunches, and enjoying food as an end in itself—in short, I learned how to be a hedonist. Two … Continue reading When in Barcelona, Slow Down and Eat
Why I Dislike Eating in American Restaurants
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
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
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
