The space? Gorgeous. The drinks? …not my fave 😬 But the food totally made up for it. The lemon pasta was perfectly balanced, creamy, zesty, and honestly unforgettable 🍋💛 And the charcoal-grilled cabbage?? Shockingly delicious. Smoky, tender, and one of those sides you keep thinking about later.

Just sharing a personal take here, but these are a few NYC spots I’d probably skip next time 🍽️ NOMO Kitchen feels like it’s more about the vibes and ambiance than the actual food. It’s fun to be in, but not somewhere I’d go specifically to eat. OLIO E PIÙ is super popular, but for pasta th

I had a very good dessert year, so here’s my 2025 wrapped for NYC sweets 🍰✨ 🍎 The apple tart at Sullaluna in the West Village is one of those desserts I keep thinking about long after. 🍨 Lysée KA glacé in NoMad completely lived up to the hype. 🍋 The yuzu cake from Genesis House in the

I drank a lot of matcha this year, so here’s my 2025 wrapped. Leilo Coffee is always in my rotation. It’s one of those places I keep coming back to and never get tired of. DAMO has such a clean, smooth matcha that always hits. STAGGER COFFEE is just consistently good every time I go. Cha

I ate really well in NYC this year, so here’s my 2025 wrapped for restaurants I genuinely loved 🍽️ Thai Villa is always a win and one of those places I keep going back to. SHINN EAST is pure comfort food and hits every time. Rosemary's feels cozy and reliable, especially when you wa

I ate really well this year, so here’s my 2025 wrapped but for dishes I loved in LA 🍽️ 🍚 The nasi goreng at Cobi's is one of those plates I still think about. 🥩 Gjelina beef tartare never disappoints and is always worth ordering. 🫓 The hummus at Carmel surprised me in the best way

Okay let’s talk hand rolls 😭✨I finally tried Saijo - Los Angeles - Culver City , and as someone who’s been a Kazunori loyalist, I had to compare the two. 🫶 Lunch Special: $20 for 4 hand rolls + miso soup (and I added the butter shrimp, because obviously 😋). Super fresh fish, crunchy nori, an

3 lunch spots — hit or miss 🍴 Augie's On Main - Chicken Restaurant Santa Monica, CA : The chicken sandwich is honestly one of the best I’ve had. Steak sandwich was also a win. SoCal Vibes Co. Abbot Kinney : The sliders were really delicious — easy hit. Hopdoddy Burger Bar : Tri

Cache Cache, Marina Del Rey 🇫🇷 Such a cute spot with a cozy vibe. The decor alone makes it worth the visit. I ordered the Parisien crêpe, and it was easily the best — simple, classic, and perfectly done✨ Definitely a must try if you’re in the area. ✨🥐 #lemon8partner #laplace #cafe

I treat my nails like accessories: every set matches a mood, a season, or a version of me. ✨ What I’ve learned: - Gems elevate everything - Color blocking = instant statement - Texture (3D gel, sculpting) makes nails look expensive - Your nails should feel like you, not just trends If you

Okay this cafe? Pure vibe. 🌞 Saba Coffee legit feels like you teleported to coastal Australia: surfboards, sunshine, and chill energy everywhere 🏄‍♀️🌴 We ordered: ☕️ Sage Honey Matcha – earthy, lightly sweet, absolute perfection. 🥛 Date Syrup Latte – cozy + caramelly, tastes like a warm hug

Okay, SALSWEE in NYC is that girl 💅 One of the best bakeries in the city!! I went in thinking I’d get one pastry… and left with 4, zero regrets, and a sugar high worth every calorie. Here’s my totally serious pastry ranking 🍰👇 1️⃣ Black Truffle Saucisse – rich, boujee, savory perfectio

Okay… Bread + Butter | Main Street might have officially ruined other croissants for me 😭🥐 The glazed caramel sea salt croissant was insane. Buttery, flaky, salty-sweet perfection,honestly one of the best pastries I’ve had in LA. The line? Yeah, it’s a little long, but it moves fast. Total

Tell me why Good Town Doughnuts in OC had me questioning every donut I’ve ever loved 😭🍩 I came for “just one”… left with a box and no self-control. Here’s how they stacked up 👇 1️⃣ Coconut – this one’s the ✨moment✨. Crispy on the outside, soft inside, tropical flavor that’s not too sweet. L

I stopped by Odd One Out Tea Sawtelle in Santa Monica and was so pleasantly surprised 🧋✨ They have such a fresh tea selection — I asked a ton of questions (as I do 😅) and the worker was super helpful! He recommended the Iron Buddha, and it was delicious: smooth, fragrant, and perfectly balanc

Okay, real talk 👇 I stopped by Tropicali in Big Bear because the place looked adorable, funky, beachy vibes, friendly staff, and super aesthetic for photos 🌴✨ I got the poke bowl, which was a solid portion but felt pretty westernized. As someone who’s Asian, it didn’t really have that auth