Author Archives: Guest Writer

MongQ Thai Tran “Le Rêve” 2012 Calendar

Posted on January 9, 2012 by Guest Writer

A new year means a new calendar and with 2012 supposedly being the last year, you might as well make this one count. This “Le Reve” 2012 Calendar by MongQThaiTran ($10.00) is straight out of any guy’s dream. And when … Continue reading →

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Year of the Dragon Sterling Charm Bracelet

Posted on January 9, 2012 by Guest Writer

Transitioning to a new year also means a transition in the Chinese zodiac year.  This year is the year of the dragon.  Whether or not you were born during the year of the dragon, this Year of the Dragon Sterling … Continue reading →

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Pequitobun “Bunny Likes Radish” Necklace

Posted on January 6, 2012 by Guest Writer

Some simple necklaces are made without a touch of fun. Fortunately, this “Bunny Likes Radish” necklace from Pequitobun is exactly the opposite. Meshing simplicity, style, and fun, this necklace is sure to put a smile on everyone’s face while matching … Continue reading →

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Westernized Chinese Food and Westernized Chinese People

Posted on January 6, 2012 by Guest Writer

By Calvin The Montreal Gazette published an article in November about “vintage Chinese restaurants” in that city, meaning the “dying breed” of restaurants that served Canadian Chinese cuisine. These days, writing on Westernized Chinese food (see my review of Banquet … Continue reading →

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Mree – Grow

Posted on January 5, 2012 by Guest Writer

There are few things in music more intimate than a voice and a guitar. People have been belting out serenades since the dawn of music but no one quite like Mree. Just a senior in High School armed with a … Continue reading →

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New York Redistricting Dilutes Asian American Voting Power

Posted on January 5, 2012 by Guest Writer

By Lexington In recent years, there has been substantial press coverage predicting that the dramatic increase of New York’s Asian American (APA) population would lead to an increase in political influence. Yet that population increase hasn’t translated to greater APA … Continue reading →

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Snakebyte PS3 Bluetooth Controller

Posted on January 4, 2012 by Guest Writer

Picture this: you’re kicking back, playing your best game of Soul Caliber ever. You’re just about to beat the campaign when someone walks into the room, trips over the controller cord, and sends your entire gaming console to the ground … Continue reading →

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Hello Kitty Red Bow Nerdy Wayfarer Glasses

Posted on January 4, 2012 by Guest Writer

When you are in the mood to dress up or just look cutesy for the day, wearing these Hello Kitty glasses ($21.99) will do the trick. The glasses come in black or white, so depending on your look or personality, you … Continue reading →

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“Good Asian Driver” Tee

Posted on January 3, 2012 by Guest Writer

We’ve all heard the stereotype: Asians are bad drivers. From personal experience, this isn’t true (although, if everyone thinks he’s an above average driver then 50% of people are wrong). So show off your pride in your driving with this … Continue reading →

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Off the Boat Greetings

Posted on January 2, 2012 by Guest Writer

Wouldn’t you like to receive e-cards that held aspects of creativity, humor and aesthetics altogether? Off the Boat Greetings provides a variety of cards with clever expressions that are a twist to the words of wisdom shared by the older … Continue reading →

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The Rice that Binds

Posted on January 2, 2012 by Guest Writer

By Margaret Sharpe I used to envy girls whose mothers had hot-glue guns at home. Do you know how many cool things that could be done with a hot glue gun? Forget the fact that some of these girls already … Continue reading →

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Mini Sushi Staplers

Posted on January 2, 2012 by Guest Writer

Here at GASP!, we do so ever love our sushi–everything from sushi pillows to t-shirts and even sushi earrings. This time we offer you mini sushi staplers ($5.00 each) that will go great on any sushi-lover’s desk. Available in Tuna, … Continue reading →

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