Category Archives: Lifestyles

Do I Look Cooler When I Post Photos Of Me With White People?

Posted on February 23, 2012 by akrypti

There’s this gal from mainland China (hereinafter “Asian Girl”) who speaks English about as fluently as I speak Tillamook. She’s always been uber chinky, and don’t even open that mouth of yours into a big O like you have no idea what … Continue reading →

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Pew Study: Intermarriage Increasing in Popularity

Posted on February 23, 2012 by Ernie

A recent PewResearch study shows that interracial marriage is increasing: “About 15% of all new marriages in the United States in 2010 were between spouses of a different race or ethnicity from one another, more than double the share in … Continue reading →

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Vietnamese Coffee Filter

Posted on February 23, 2012 by Guest Writer

Lazy afternoons are perfect for enjoying Vietnamese-style coffee, and part of drinking this beverage is the experience of brewing the coffee yourself: pouring water into the metal filter, watching that dark, velvety liquid drip slowly into the cup, and making … Continue reading →

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Vote For The White House “What’s Your Story” Video Challenge

Posted on February 23, 2012 by Mina

Remember the “What’s your story?” video challenge launched by the White House Initiative on Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders last fall? Well now, its time to vote for “a group of these exceptional AAPI leaders to share their stories at … Continue reading →

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Color Ink Book, Volume Fourteen

Posted on February 22, 2012 by Guest Writer

Admit it: you still wish you could pull out a coloring book, and make everyone have green tongues and purple hair again. With the fourteenth volume of the Color Ink Book ($10), you have a grown-up chance to do it … Continue reading →

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Chinese Couples Coming to U.S. for Surrogates

Posted on February 22, 2012 by Lily

Usually when I think about babies and China, it’s Americans adopting Chinese babies, but there’s a bit of role reversal ensuing. Since surrogacy is illegal (not to mention socially stigmatized) in China, more and more wealthy Chinese couples are coming … Continue reading →

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Racoon Sake Set

Posted on February 21, 2012 by Guest Writer

For some people sake is serious business and while it’s a sacred art, it doesn’t hurt to inject a little fun every now and then. You can do just that with this Racoon Sake Set ($30.74). Instead of the usual … Continue reading →

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You’re My Jeremy Lin: Why He Fascinates The Chinese American Community

Posted on February 21, 2012 by Guest Writer

By Gregory My Dad sent me this email a few days ago: You must have heard of this kid, Jeremy Lin, a Knick basketball player. His rise to stardom just a week ago really drives all my friends here crazy. I’m excited … Continue reading →

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Tank Up Mugs

Posted on February 21, 2012 by Guest Writer

Has your coffee cup been looking a little lackluster? Tank Up mugs ($10.64) are a fun conversation piece perfect for your home or office. This coffee mug has a temperature activated meter that looks like a fuel gauge. Don’t worry … Continue reading →

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Giveaway: Limited Edition “My Linja” Shirt by My Ninja!

Posted on February 20, 2012 by jozjozjoz

With the overwhelming performance of Jeremy Lin of The New York Knicks, MY NINJA! Clothing launched a collection of limited edition tees and tanks in honor of the Bay Area native who has taken the media by storm. Many people … Continue reading →

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Morn Creations Shark Backpack

Posted on February 20, 2012 by Guest Writer

Backpacks gone wild! Sharks and teeth!!!  This Shark Backpack ($52.00) originated from Hong Kong, where the company Morn Creations first created backpacks in the animal style.  Morn Creations also has other animal backpacks, but the shark one appears as one … Continue reading →

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Giant Ramune Original

Posted on February 17, 2012 by Guest Writer

Like desserts, carbonated drinks are a plus to our noms during the day. The Japanese Giant Ramune ($3.68) has a unique bubbly taste to it that will add some sugary goodness to your diet. Besides its taste, the architecture of … Continue reading →

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