I stumbled upon OK by coincidence, when a friend and I were out looking for a hostess gift and found out that OK was selling thermos from the Danish brand …
Kin Ramen popped up on my radar, when I was browsing GoogleMaps, looking for a good place for ramen on a Friday night. In New York, most ramen shops are …
The mango season in Thailand peaks from April to June, and although you can get mango all year round, it is during this time of the year that they taste …
After my onsen visit, I went for a stroll in some of the Odaiba shopping malls. I always end up at Decks, when I’m in that area. Not so much because …
Morning coffee at Tea Garden in Mae Sot is such a nice experience. The cafe is tucked away, just off the busy Intharakiri Road, and the small tables in the …
This pasta dish is top of mind, when I’m craving something quick and tasty, but with nothing in the fridge. It’s incredibly simple, and once the pasta is cooked, the …
I’m often asked where to go for dinner in New York City, so I thought I would put together a list with some of my favorite restaurants. You’ll find options …
I stumbled upon OK by coincidence, when a friend and I were out looking for a hostess gift and found out that OK was selling thermos from the Danish brand …
Off Broadway is a huge shoe warehouse on Sunset Blvd. There are lots of different brands to choose among at prices significantly cheaper than in ordinary stores.
Celebrity favorite Kitson’s original store is strategically located on the sweet spot of Robertson Boulevard close to The Ivy restaurant, which is also very popular among the rich and famous …
Originating from Portland, Salt & Straw is now spreading ice cream joy from two locations in Los Angeles. I’ve only been to the one on Larchmont, so that’s the one …
Katana is a hip Japanese restaurant in the heart of West Hollywood. The menu has a good selection of sushi and different kinds of Japanese small plates, as well as …
In-N-Out is a Californian burger chain. There are several In-N-Outs across Los Angeles, but the most popular branch is this one on Sepulveda Blvd close to LAX. The restaurant is located …
Hinoki & The Bird is a gorgeous restaurant located at ground level in the posh condo building The Century. Hinoki is a Japanese cedar wood, and this is an overall …
Off-price stores are the common name for the stores selling designer clothing at a discounted price. A bit like factory outlets, but more like proper stores. The items on the …
Ever since opening in 2008, Gjelina has been a favorite among LA foodies. The Venice restaurant with a penchant for organic, local produce, and simple, almost rustic compositions, has …
Update: Din Tai Fung in Arcadia has now moved to Westfield Santa Anita The Taiwanese restaurant Din Tai Fung serves up some of LA’s best dumplings. It is a very …
I like everything about Cassia. The big, airy dining space and the buzzing sound of people socializing around the tables The Asian-Californian menu, which might look like one big mess …
AC is Swedish but she lives in Oslo and she has developed a serious Norwegian taste for hiking, so I’ve been dragged along all over LA (“10km? That’s just a …
BCD Tofu House is a small chain of restaurants specializing in Korean Soon Tofu, soft tofu, which is served in a scrumptious, smoking hot soup, soondubu jjigae, seasoned with chili and kimchi. …
Cat cafes are popular throughout Japan and in Tokyo alone there are over 30 to choose among. You pay a cover charge to spend a limited amount of time in …
Purikura are the super-cute photo booths you’ll find in most gaming arcades throughout Tokyo. They come with advanced, beauty-enhancing functions, which will twist your facial features to fit the Japanese …
Being a solo traveler in Tokyo is easy. It’s a very safe city and there are lots of things you can do on your own. Through the week, I had …
Tokyo is a great place for second-hand bargains, and Shinagawa Intercity Flea Market is one of my favorites. In addition to clothes you’ll also find all sorts of home décor, …
Jumble Store is a Japanese second-hand chain with several branches spread throughout the city. Last season’s dresses and shirts from international designers occupies the shelves alongside one-of-a-kind items from smaller …
On the 52nd floor in the elegant Park Hyatt hotel, high above Tokyo’s bustling streets, is New York Bar. This is the place to sip Bellinis and listen to live …
I don’t know how long Motown has been around, but it seems like forever! Located one stair up in an anonymous-looking building on the busy street Gaien-higashi-dōri, Motown 1 is …
It would be a shame to visit Tokyo without visiting a karaoke bar, and Karaoke Kan is an obvious choice, if you are in Roppongi as the Roopongi branch is …
Craft beer bars can sometimes feel a bit like man-caves, but this is not the case for Goodbeer Faucets. The sleek interior combined with the location in the middle of …