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Virginia Chan, Founder of Humid with a Chance of Fishballs

January 13, 2022 by Teh Chin Liang3 Comments

Q. You moved from Vancouver to Hong Kong in 2012 to join the corporate world. Vancouver is also known as “city of neighborhoods” with a sizable portion of Hong Kong immigrants. What do you see the similarities and differences between both cities in terms of culture, people and of course, local food?  In terms of culture - I think Hong Kong tends to lean towards workaholic culture. Time is money, and everything runs at a faster pace here. If … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Interviews · Tagged: Airport, Art, Beer, Bridges, Bus Travel, Canada, China, Culture, Dessert, Drinking, England, Europe, Festival, Fishing, Food and Wine, History, Hong Kong, Internet, Japan, Oyster

What’s New in Downtown Napa Winter 2022

January 10, 2022 by DaveLeave a Comment

New Lodging, Arts and Entertainment, Food and Drink NAPA, Calif., Jan. 10, 2022 – Downtown Napa is the premier Napa Valley experience. This winter, discover one of the best seasons to visit wine country with an abundance of new things to explore. Enjoy new tasting rooms, restaurants and lodging options all within walking distance. Here's what's new in Downtown Napa and why it should be at the top of your list of winter destinations: New … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Art, Beer, Bicycle, Coffee, Culture, Drinking, Fashion, Festival, Food and Wine, Garden, Israel, Music, Napa Valley, Pizza, Restaurants, Shopping Mall, Vineyards, Walking tour, Wine Tasting

Time Travel in Nevada City

January 5, 2022 by Mitesh PatelLeave a Comment

60 miles northeast of Sacramento lies one of the most picturesque towns in Gold Country. Nevada City, California was originally settled in 1849 and retains much of its old-world charm even today. Modern Nevada City is a haven of laidback living, drawing in post-Burning Man festival-goers with promises of wellness and recuperation. During the spring/summer season, the town comes alive with craft fairs, film festivals and live music, while … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Beach, California, Canals, Casino, Festival, Film, Garden, Music, Nevada, Restaurants, Rocky Mountains, Sacramento, Saloon, Shopping Mall, Walking tour, Wine Tasting

Idaho Winter Happenings

December 20, 2021 by DaveLeave a Comment

Not a skier? Not a problem! Thanks to snow-packed backcountry covering over 18,000 acres, Idaho is known as one of the best places to ski or snowboard in North America. But if slopes and chairlifts aren’t your jam, you can find plenty of outdoor fun in the Gem State—from family-friendly to thrill-seeking and everything in between. Fat biking – Riders of all levels can traverse the snowy terrain thanks to the agility (and thick-treaded … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Animal Rescue, Art, Bicycle, Canyon, Cruising, Festival, Fireworks, Garden, Hot springs, Idaho, Music, North America, Resort, Ski Trip

CATALINA EXPRESS AND HOTEL PARTNERS OFFER ‘BEST OF WINTER’ MID-WEEK PACKAGES AND DISCOUNTS IN AVALON THROUGH MARCH 25, 2022

December 17, 2021 by DaveLeave a Comment

Packages Include Round-Trip Boat Transportation and Savings Up to 50 Percent; Island Activities Provide Even More Reasons to Visit SAN PEDRO, Calif. (December 16, 2021) – Catalina Island has been a welcome respite as travelers seek a getaway with outdoor activities and open spaces. This trend continues beyond summer with more room to roam, cooler weather to incredible savings. Now through March 25, 2022, Catalina Express and hotel partners … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Airline, Animal Rescue, Architecture, Beach, California, Casino, Christmas, Coffee, Culinary travel, Culture, Drinking, Festival, Fishing, Garden, Golf, Hiking, Mediterranean, Restaurants, River Rafting, Rock climbing

Matt Ruby, New York City Stand-up Comedian

November 10, 2021 by Teh Chin Liang5 Comments

Q. In your article  “What I’ve Learned From 10 Years of Doing Standup Comedy”,  you mentioned the reason you began stand-up comedy was to tell the truth and being funny was the best way to deliver it. Tell us about your love for comedy and your journey into stand-up comedy? My therapist once asked me if I do standup comedy because my mom was funny. I replied, “No, I don’t think so. My mom wasn’t really that funny. In fact, come to think of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Interviews · Tagged: Art, Asia, Boston, Canada, Culture, Drinking, England, Festival, France, Israel, Journey, Mountain Climbing, Music, New York City, Photography, Technology, Thailand, Trekking

New Activities, Restaurants, and Renovated Lodging in Jackson County, North Carolina

November 8, 2021 by DaveLeave a Comment

Jackson County's Tourism Development Authority shares a list of recent additions to enjoy this fall & winter season JACKSON COUNTY, N.C. (November, 2021) – As a year-round destination, Jackson County Tourism Development Authority (JCTDA) is excited to welcome seasoned and new vacationers back to the Western North Carolina mountains this fall and winter season to enjoy new experiences, restaurants, and renovated lodging that were not around … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Art, Bakeries, Beer, Chile, Culture, Festival, Fishing, Golf, Hiking, Mediterranean, Music, National Park, North Carolina, Passport, Resort, Restaurants, Shopping Mall, Walking tour, Wine Tasting

Going To Louisiana? These Are Things You Must Do

October 28, 2021 by Chris CarterLeave a Comment

Situated deep in the south, Louisiana is best known for its fascinating Cajun and Creole culture. Often, a lot of people associate Louisiana with the never-ending party atmosphere of New Orleans. However, the state makes for a great family-friendly destination. From museums to art galleries, stunning lakes, and historic buildings, there are a lot of other things to do and see as well. The intoxicating combination of music, languages, and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: America, Architecture, Art, Beach, Casino, Cruising, Culture, Festival, Garden, History, Louisiana, Mardi Gras, Mississippi, Music, New Orleans, Restaurants, Wildlife

Tom Waller: Producer, Director and Writer

September 3, 2021 by Teh Chin Liang2 Comments

In 2018, a group of young Thai football players and their coach found themselves stranded in the flooded Tham Luang cave in northern Thailand. The rescue mission that involved countless divers, military personnel and volunteers from many countries took over 2 weeks to safely pull every one of them out of the cave. The incident once sent a shock wave reverberating around the world. A year later, this nail-biting rescue event was made into a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Interviews · Tagged: Art, Bangkok Thailand, Beach, Caves, Cell Phone, Culture, Festival, Film, Gun, iPhone, Ireland, Paris, Thailand, Volunteer, Wildlife

Celebrate Bourbon Heritage Month in Louisville with America’s only native spirit

August 31, 2021 by DaveLeave a Comment

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (August 31, 2021) – September’s Bourbon Heritage Month is an ideal time to celebrate America’s only native spirit in Kentucky - where 95% of the special whiskey is made. Once considered the “Wall Street of Whiskey” Louisville has been a spirits-soaked civilization ever since Evan Williams first marketed his whiskey to the city in 1783. Up until the 1920’s, a portion of Main Street was known as “Whiskey Row” because of the more … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Art, Culture, Drinking, Festival, Food and Wine, History, Journey, Kentucky, Museum, Music, Ohio, Passport, Restaurants, Walking tour

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