Solo adventures 1 (Part 2)
Back in March, I went to the Asian night market in Annandale. I went right after the grand opening of Dov & Co and met up with my family there. I didn't know what to expect, but it was honestly really fun!
Once we were all together, we decided to look around and check out the different vendors. Each vendor offered different stuff, some had homemade candles that were super cute! and others sold trinkets or blind boxes, and other goodies.
We then got hungry cause you could smell all the good food in the air. So we went to a vendor called Moe Kat. They sold these skewers that were *chefs kiss. So yummy! Then I saw a vendor called Monday is a fine day that sold Matcha lattes, and I tried my first strawberry matcha. 🍓 It was so good! ☺️
Next, my sisters and I tried these Baos, I didn't get the name of the place but they were good! We tried this pork one that had pineapple kimchi, another that was chicken miso flavored, and a spicy Korean bbq that had a really good gochujang sauce. My sister Emily really wanted a Tanghulu, and we tried these grape ones 🍇 so good! 😍 and not overbearingly sweet at all!
We then went back to the vendors that sold blind bags and I bought my first Sonny angel and Sylvanian family blind bag, both are so cute! My sister Dani really wanted a figure from this horse anime called Uma Musume, so she got the Rush hour one. 😅
Overall, we had a lot of fun! it did however get really crowded after a couple of hours as more and more people came but regardless I'd recommend going if you're in the dmv area! Just be patient as it does get packed and the lines can get a bit long. It's definitely worth it for the food and merch! and they'll be hosting a couple other ones throughout the year. ✨️
Attending the Asian night market in Annandale was such a memorable experience, especially with my family. The vibrant energy and variety of vendors truly make it a must-visit spot for anyone in the DMV area. From personal experience, arriving a bit early helps beat some of the crowd, making it easier to explore the unique products like the blind boxes, including popular items such as the Sonny Angel figures and the Sylvanian Families miniatures, which are charming collectibles perfect for souvenir shopping. The food is undoubtedly the highlight. The skewers from Moe Kat were perfectly grilled and full of flavor—definitely a must-try. If you’re a fan of matcha, the strawberry matcha latte from Monday is a fine day offers a refreshing twist blending fruity sweetness with the earthy notes of matcha. Trying different baos was a fun adventure—each filling, from pineapple kimchi pork to spicy Korean BBQ, brought a delightful mix of textures and tastes. One standout treat was the grape Tanghulu, which was sweet but not overpowering, making it an excellent light snack. I also found that the market offers great opportunities to discover unique handmade goods like homemade candles and quirky trinkets. While the event can get crowded as the evening progresses, the festive atmosphere and wide offerings make the wait worthwhile. Planning your visit during one of their recurring markets throughout the year is a great way to experience this local cultural gem repeatedly. Patience and an appetite for new tastes and fun collectibles will turn your visit into a delightful solo or family adventure.
