Author Archives: Mary

About Mary

I was born in Hong Kong then moved to Los Angeles at a young age. I like to volunteer at a local health clinic, do scientific research, take photographs of sceneries and food, write, and dance for fun! One word to describe me: spontaneous || What I like to do the most: Eat yummy food and write about it!!! || Something I can't live without: blogging! || Goals in life: Travel around the world || My dream: To help others and save the world like Wonder Woman

Glee Actress Charice’s Dad Stabbed to Death in the Philippines

Posted on November 3, 2011 by Mary

Charice Pempengco is a 19 year old singer and actress who is known for her beautiful voice and talent. She started her career in America at age 15 when her YouTube video went viral. Now, she’s known throughout Asia and … Continue reading →

Posted in (simple), Entertainment, Music | 6 Comments

Other Ways To Cook With Your Rice Cooker

Posted on October 27, 2011 by Mary

I was experimenting new recipes over the weekend and I came to a sudden realization that besides using the pots and pans in my kitchen, I can also put my rice cooker to use and cook delicious meals with it. … Continue reading →

Posted in Food & Drink | 17 Comments

DUDE WTF ASIA: Japanese Company Creates Super Realistic 3D Human Faces

Posted on October 13, 2011 by Mary

What is up with Japanese people and their fascination of making face replicas of themselves? Back in August, we found out that LaughingSquid, a Japanese CloneFactory can make 20” dolls that look exactly like you. Now, there is a Japanese … Continue reading →

Posted in DUDE WTF ASIA, Technology | 2 Comments

Governor Jerry Brown Vetoes SB 185

Posted on October 11, 2011 by Mary

This past weekend, Jerry Brown signed and vetoed SB 185 among dozens of other bills. His official statement on his decision was the following: I wholeheartedly agree with the goal of this legislation…[However] Our constitutional system of separation of powers … Continue reading →

Posted in Current Events, Discrimination, Education, Politics | 8 Comments

Hong Kong Teen’s Graphic Tribute to Steve Jobs Goes Viral

Posted on October 7, 2011 by Mary

Apple’s former CEO, Steve Jobs passed away a couple of days ago and it caught many of us by surprise. On the day of October 5, 2011, we saw many people tweeting about it, updating their Facebook statuses, posting pictures … Continue reading →

Posted in Current Events, Lifestyles, Technology, The Arts | 3 Comments

Will Passage of CA’s SB 185 Affect College Admissions for APAs?

Posted on October 5, 2011 by Mary

Ever since the UC Berkeley Bake Sale that priced baked goods according to buyer’s ethnicity, the SB 185 Bill in California has become a national attention. This bill is to give underrepresented minorities the same opportunities to attend a California … Continue reading →

Posted in Education, Politics | 44 Comments

8 Questions: Chef Tai Lee, Winner of Food Network’s America’s Favorite Food Truck

Posted on September 30, 2011 by Mary

Chef Tai Lee, the recent winner of America’s Favorite Food Truck, is a Korean American who came to the States when he was 13 years old.  He moved to College Station and attended Texas A&M University and graduated with Finance … Continue reading →

Posted in 8Questions, Entertainment, Food & Drink, TV | 2 Comments

Chef Tai Lee Wins America’s Favorite Food Truck

Posted on September 27, 2011 by Mary

With over 600 food trucks competing to be America’s Favorite Food Truck, America finally decided on who the winner is! Over four million voted and the winner is (drum rolls) Chef Tai’s Mobile Gourmet Food Truck from College Station, Texas! … Continue reading →

Posted in (simple), Entertainment, Food & Drink, TV | 2 Comments

Is Chipotle Trying to Become the Next Panda Express?

Posted on September 21, 2011 by Mary

As we reported earlier, Chipotle’s new concept restaurant is called ShopHouse Southeast Asian Kitchen and they made their debut in Washington D.C. just this past week. The popular restaurant chain is taking on a new concept similar to their typical … Continue reading →

Posted in Business, Food & Drink | 8 Comments

As The National Smoking Rates Decline, APA Youth’s Smoking Rates Rise

Posted on September 14, 2011 by Mary

Though smoking is on the decline in America, “social smoking” is increasing for Asian Americans. According to the American Lung Association, APAs have the lowest smoking rates among adults. However, that doesn’t tell us the full story of the dangers … Continue reading →

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Colima Road Music Video Celebrates San Gabriel Valley

Posted on September 7, 2011 by Mary

Many Asian Americans in Southern California call San Gabriel Valley the “626” or the abbreviation, SGV. I’ve even had a couple of friends who aren’t from Southern California ask why is San Gabriel Valley even called “626”? The way I … Continue reading →

Posted in History, Local, Music, Southern California | 6 Comments

The Bird Flu Is Back! (And This Time, It’s Mutated)

Posted on September 2, 2011 by Mary

Just as we were wondering what ever happened to the bird influenza (aka H5N1), it missed us, too. H5N1 is back to haunt us some more. H5N1 made its first appearance in 2003 and by 2006, around 4000 cases were … Continue reading →

Posted in Health | 1 Comment