Author: B. Huang A serene pond I visited while meeting my friend, I was awe of the breathtaking view I was met with, and loved the wildlife that I encountered. Here are some images. Continue reading The Bay Area in Photos: Evergreen Village Duck Pond

Author: B. Huang Graffiti is illegal. But is it art or a crime? I believe that it is both, and that graffiti is important. In a world where our voices are lost in a sea of fake video content, graffiti is a powerful form of public self-expression and social commentary, giving a voice to marginalized communities. A tag is a stylized signature that literally puts … Continue reading The Bay Area in Photos: Graffiti

Author: Bryson Huang The Raising Cane’s at Evergreen Place was the first opened in San Jose, and I was fortunate enough to go to the fast food restaurant on its opening day. The line was miles long, but we secured a spot and were able to try Raising Cane’s for the first time, and see what the hype was all about. It was very good. … Continue reading The Bay Area in Photos: Raising Cane’s Evergreen Place

Author: Bryson Huang I am back with another article about food. This time, we have Myungrang Hot Dog, located at Main Street Cupertino. I tried three flavors: the Original Hot Dog, the Mozzarella and Sausage, and the Potato Hot Dog. Made fresh, the hot dogs were piping hot and crispy, wonderfully flavorful, and the Mozzarella and Sausage had a great cheese pull. Overall, the hot … Continue reading The Bay Area in Photos: Myungrang Hot Dog

Author: Bryson Huang The Boba Bar is located in Downtown San José, and is home to a wide selection of tea, lemonades, salads, smoothies, and eats. They serve Asian Fusion foods, coffee and tea, wings, noodles, salads, and smoothies and juices. I have high praise for their popcorn chicken and garlic fries, both delectable, and their teas are pretty good as well. Here are some … Continue reading The Bay Area in Photos: Boba Bar

Author: Bryson Huang At 770 Lincoln Avenue in Willow Glen, San José, lies the the Roberto Adobe & Suñol House, among the oldest and most historically significant homes in Santa Clara County. The adobe was built in 1836 by Native American Roberto Balermino, and Antonio Suñol adjoined the adobe when he built the brick Suñol House in 1847. Suñol was San José’s first store-owner, the … Continue reading The Bay Area in Photos: Robert Adobe & Suñol House

Author: Bryson Huang 一碗面, or Noodle Dynasty, is a Chinese noodle restaurant located in Berkeley, California. Its sublime House Special Beef Rib is entrenched within a rich, slow-cooked broth, and its crispy jiao zi are a punch of flavor. Noodle Dynasty is a testament to the rich culinary heritage of Chinese noodle cuisine, founded with a passion for preservation of traditional flavors and techniques. View … Continue reading The Bay Area in Photos: Noodle Dynasty

Author: G. Li Bouchon Bakery is a french bread and dessert shop located in Yountville, California. Started by Chef Thomas Keller in 2003, the bakery is inspired by Chef Keller’s memories of life in France, featuring a wide selection of artisanal breads and classic desserts reminiscent of that of a French boulangerie. In a quaint, mint green house, delicious French pastry is born. Enjoy some … Continue reading The Bay Area in Photos: Bouchon Bakery

Author: G. Li In the middle of Downtown San Jose, there is an anomaly. A giant, larger than life, version of the world’s most popular board game: Monopoly. Monopoly in the Park is a 930 square foot custom granite Monopoly game board, and Guiness Book World Records holder for “Largest Permanent Monopoly Board”, dedicated in July 26, 2002. The park is operated by Friends of … Continue reading The Bay Area in Photos: Monopoly in the Park

Author: E. Hou Mitsuwa Marketplace is a supermarket chain offering Japanese groceries, cosmetics, appliances & housewares. In this article, we will not be focusing on the grocery store aspect of Mitsuwa Marketplace – no, we will be focusing on their bookstore, housing an extensive collection of mangas and manhwas and even stationary and toys. Enjoy the expansive collection housed at Mitsuwa Marketplace through these pictures. Continue reading The Bay Area in Photos: Mitsuwa Marketplace, San Jose