About

I needed an outlet where I can creatively express feelings of wonder and excitement.  Writing and photography are outlets  where I am most comfortable.  From the time I picked up a camera, trying to capture and replicate the beauty that's left me breathless to the essays and poetry I've written trying to express feelings of triumph and defeat, I've always needed  to express myself. And that is what this blog is about., a narration of my wanderlust in food and travel.

Food  has been always a huge part of my life.  Growing up,  celebrations of milestones, achievement and memory were often accompanied by food.  So much ingrained in my culture, we greet friends, family and guest with "have you eaten?"  Living abroad expanded my appreciation of food, as I realized that it is a reflection of the rich histories and culture of  the people I meet and friends I make. Along with it is the appreciation of the experience of taste. Taking a bite of food, I am left guessing what are the flavors and aromas that tease my senses.

Travel has expanded my understanding of the world.  2000 was my first trip abroad, to Beijing. I remember the excitement of walking through the tube as I boarded the plane. I caught the travel bug that left me fascinated and wanting. Fascinated with the beauty in landscapes, architecture and history, I want to explore and experience wonder. Through travel, I found greater appreciation of this beautiful world and the different people in it.

These are my stories illustrated in words and pictures, drawn out of inspiration from my experiences.