What better way to cook up a good time than to get in the kitchen and learn something new? When I took a two-week trip to Japan, I loved trying new foods and learning how to make traditional Japanese favorites like wagashi, character bento boxes, and oyaki. I believe taking a cooking class in Japan […]
Ennis bluebonnet trails: a very Texan road trip
“The stars at night are big and bright…” If you *clap, clap, clap, clapped* in your head, you must be a true Texan. Each spring, you can venture deep into the heart of Texas to see our lovely state flower in full bloom! Although you’re sure to see bluebonnets sprouting up on every major highway, […]
Traveling tastebuds: Kyoto matcha WOWBOX
Last month, WOWBOX featured cherry blossom-themed treats from all across Japan. This month, we’re going local! The May WOWBOX is designed to highlight local artisans in Kyoto and the snacks they produce. I was especially excited about this box, since I had the opportunity to visit Kyoto on my 2-week trip through Japan in 2019. […]
A foodie’s first-time guide to Washington, DC dining
I know lots of Americans visit the nation’s capital in the eighth grade. They visit the museums and monuments, and watch our country’s history come to life. I never had the opportunity. On this trip, I was over the moon to see Abraham Lincoln sitting in his armchair and totally geeked out when Marine One […]
Traveling tastebuds: Japanese sakura
I visited Japan in August, long after the final cherry blossom had bloomed for the year. Despite missing the season, I enjoyed the famous sakura in tea and desserts. The blossoms are such a part of the culture that there’s a special Japanese word (hanami) to describe the act of viewing sakura. Every year, 2.9 million travelers visit […]
Sake Voyage: drink up Japanese culture
As a travel blogger, one of the most frequently asked questions I receive is, “What’s your favorite destination?” And for a long time, I had trouble settling on my top three destinations. After my two-week trip to Japan in 2019, answering that question got a whole lot easier. Japan is a unique combination of completely […]
Head over heels: Trying every bungy jump in Queenstown
If the thought of jumping headfirst off of a bridge with your legs tied together makes your palms sweat and your face go green, you’re not alone. I never intended to bungy jump. I wasn’t scared per se… but watching Instagram videos of crazy Queenstown bungy jumps was a surefire way to get my heartbeat […]
12 BEST desserts in Grapevine, Texas
Main Street Grapevine is the sweetest street in Texas… in more ways than one! You may know Grapevine as the Christmas Capital of Texas or as the best wine-tasting destination in DFW, but I know the truth… this city is a sweet lover’s dream. As the Historic District’s citizen with the self-proclaimed biggest sweet tooth, […]
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