It’s been ages since I last sat in a café to write a post. I almost forgot how much I enjoyed blogging. Why this long silence? Well, I moved from Singapore to Tokyo in February 2018 to take up a job offer. I decided to put full-time blogging and freelance on hold in order to gain more experience… Read More »
Fashion seems to come naturally to the people of Tokyo. People dress up with an impressive level of sophistication – even simple outfits are carefully curated. The big fashion brands from the likes of Issey Miyake, acne studios and Prada can be found in the hip shopping neighborhoods of Harajuku and Omotesando (though I wish… Read More »
After a night in Ximending, I spent the rest of my stay at Amba Hotel SongShan Taipei. This latest addition to the Amba group is well-located with asimilar look and feel. SongShan District The Songshan district is less crowded with tourists but there are several attractions to keep you busy. A 2-min walk away… Read More »
Back in the Prohibition era in the US when alcoholic beverages were banned, a “speakeasy” was a hidden place to sneak a drink. Its ambience would often be subdued with soft music while patrons kept a low profile. Today’s speakeasies are more “accessible” yet try to retain their original spirit. On my recent Taipei trip,… DORMAN 645-203 Power Steering Pressure Switch Connector
Thanks to the Amba Hotel group which prides themselves on hip and well-located establishments, I discovered two areas during my trip in Taipei: Ximending and SongShang. Ximending is a hugely popular shopping area among tourists and local youths situated in west Taipei. Often compared to Sibuya of Tokyo, there is indeed something for everyone. … Read More »
If there is a good reason to wear winter shoes, it’s Minelli. Why wouldn’t you? They are quality pieces in trendy yet versatile designs. Here’s a small selection that are available in Minelli shops in Switzerland. I’ve been looking for a basic pair of moccasins, but I ended up with this model with mini… Read More »
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