I’ve traveled a fair amount, so I’ve done quite a lot of online research, so how does one REALLY get a good hotel room on hotel aggregators like hotels.com, Expedia and Travelocity? Some people say that a hotel doesn’t matterRead more…
NYC Fast Casual Pasta Flyer Review
As fast casual food joints become more and more popular, it was only a matter of time before ready-to-eat pasta made its way into our lunch rotation. If you like Chipotle and Sweetgreen because of their efficiency and you’re hopingRead more…
What is Taiwanese pork paper (猪肉纸) and how to buy the delicious snack?
A couple years ago, I visited Taipei and came across a delicious Taiwanese snack at their famous Shilin Night Market.
Where is Hong Kong’s best shopping for men’s fashion and street styles?
In Hong Kong you’ll find plenty of high end shopping. Popular tourist malls Like IFC, Landmark, Pacific Place and Harbour City in Kowloon offer up some of the most well-known international designers in the world.
Google Flights updates website design, adds “Flight Insights” (Beta*)
Did you notice that Google Flights is testing a new beta version of their website? If you go and search a flight on Google today, you might notice a module on the lower right hand corner that announces “The newRead more…
AirSWIFT Review: Buying tickets, baggage allowance, and change fees
So you’re in the Philippines and need to use AirSWIFT to get to your next destination in the Philippines. Don’t worry, so have thousands of others. This post here compiles all the general information you need to know so you’reRead more…
What makes Thai Iced Tea that orange color?
Coupled with spicy Thai curries, rice dishes or noodles, Thai Iced Tea is the staple dessert drink that helps to soothe the heat. The drink eases the heat from traditional crushed spices, red and green chiles and fish sauce.
The Mosser Hotel: Great location at a good price point in San Francisco
The Mosser Hotel Review Based on location, customer service, amenities, and a lower price point, The Mosser is a decent accommodation in San Francisco.
Did you know you can cancel a British Airways reward flight without Avios penalty?
[survey]All hail British Airways and their reward miles cancellation policy!
KoJa Kitchen successfully blends Korean and Japanese flavors into a tasty burger
KoJa Kitchen started out as a food truck and now has a couple brick-and-mortar stores (having recently opened a new location inside Westfield Mall). Made famous by their burgers with rice buns, KoJa is one of the more well-known successesRead more…
What is Boeuf (Beef) Bourguignon?
If you’ve traveled to France, you’ve probably seen Boeuf Bourguignon on the menu but might have been afraid to look like a fool attempting to pronounce it (May I have the… bofe borgnanon?) without knowing exactly what you’re getting yourselfRead more…
The Marker in San Francisco is a great hotel, but beware of add-on fees
First off, if you’re thinking of booking The Marker hotel online, you should be aware of the “Amenities Fee” otherwise known in other hotels as a “Resort Fee” which is charged per accommodation, per night. If you’re booking through hotels.comRead more…
Review: Wicked is a wonderful mix of humor and emotion (New York City)
Is the “Wicked” Musical on Broadway in New York City worth the ticket price? When most people think of a Broadway show, they think spectacular costumes, glitzy set pieces, and performers belting so high it gives you goose bumps. OneRead more…
Review of XL Airways France (Updated for 2017)
XL Airways Review Roundtrip JFK to CDG Cost: $ Summary: If every customer knew the rules, adjusted their expectations, and periodically reminded themselves of the a bargain price they received then 99% of them would be happy with XL Airways.Read more…
Why are there no Michelin star restaurants in Los Angeles or Las Vegas?
With the 2018 Michelin Stars being handed out recently, some of you might be asking why they don’t see stars handed out to any restaurants in some of the United States’ biggest food towns. Specifically Los Angeles, Las Vegas andRead more…
One World Observatory
My parents recently visited NYC and wanted to see the view from the top of the Freedom Tower, aka One World Observatory. As someone who lives in New York CIty, I didn’t want to wait in a long line withRead more…
La Fabrique Cookies in Paris
La Fabrique Cookies: 520 Rue de Montorguell Paris, France Cost: $ Summary: Soft, tasty and 1E each, we recommend stopping in if you have a cookie craving (which is always). Walking up the Rue de Montorguell, there’s a small cookieRead more…
Review: The Moulin Rouge isn’t great, but can be entertaining with the right expectations
Spectacular! Spectacular? I recently visited Paris for a short vacation and treated myself to the Moulin Rouge. If you loved the movie when it came out back in 2001, you’ve probably dreamt about visiting the actual Moulin Rouge hoping itRead more…
Men’s crop tops are making a comeback from the 80’s — will the trend stick?
Back in the early and mid-eighties, there was a serious trend where (straight) men took to wearing crop tops, half shirts and cropped jerseys and sweatshirts that exposed their navals. With our rigid gender rules and expectations of men, notRead more…
The 8 best men’s shopping destinations for affordable, fashionable clothing in Bangkok
If you’re someone that enjoys shopping for moderately-priced fashions then I’m hoping this post can provide some convenience for you if you’re spending time in Bangkok, Thailand. Like many shopping metropolises in the world, Bangkok has no shortage of theRead more…
260 Sample Sales: Shop discounted, off-season, high-end men’s fashion in New York and Los Angeles
Sample sales are a great place to search for fun pieces at reasonable prices. If you’re in New York, you have access to tons of great shopping, and if you know where to look and what to watch out for,Read more…
Bleach Project: Bali-Indonesia based mens designer offers high-end edgy sportswear at affordable prices
Although this designer is not based in Bangkok, I came across this brand while shopping around Bangkok and fell in love! Yet another men’s fashion brand that isn’t afraid to step outside the box and offer us exciting pieces toRead more…
Pattric Boyle: Bangkok based mens brand brings playful edge to European style
The next stop on tour of Bangkok Designers to shop for is a print heavy brand with a regal flare that nods to European style. Pattric Boyle Instagram: Pattric Boyle House (location) If you’re into the layered print look withRead more…
Q Design and Play: Bangkok-based Mens brand makes avant-garde ready-to-wear
As we continue our Bangkok Designers to look out for tour, we land on a fashion forward, playful brand that tends to bend the rules of men’s fashion in a way we love: Q Design and Play, or more simplyRead more…
Boyplain: The Bangkok-based Mens brand brings polished playfulness
On a recent trip to Thailand, I discovered that Bangkok’s fashion scene is lit. Even better, with the currency exchange, fun fashionable clothes are super affordable and easy to come by. Needless to say I returned to the states withRead more…
Follow these 12 NBA stylists’ Instagram accounts so you’re always on point
NBA Stylists’ Instagrams to follow Ever wonder who’s behind the exciting looks of our favorite NBA stars? There are a few self-styled NBA fashion icons, like Walt Clyde Frazier, Wilt Chamberlin, and Russell Westbrook , but not all theRead more…
The NBA’s 5 most fashion-forward personalities ever
Any guy, NBA player or not, can spend thousands, buy a custom tailored suit and look like they walked out of a magazine.. And the majority of NBA players have body types best described as tall and fit, toned withRead more…
NBA Superstars and their Nike shoe collaborations
When you think of NBA players, it’s hard not to associate them with men’s fashion and athleisure wear. Go into any men’s shoe store that sells sneakers and you’re bound to run into a shoe and/or clothing collaboration designed byRead more…
Who are the NBA’s most fashionable players?
Considering how much talk surrounds Russell Westbrook’s style choices, it’s no surprise that the 2016-17 NBA MVP is widely-considered the most-fashionable player in the NBA. That begs the question, who are the other current fashion-forward NBA players? Let’s keep itRead more…
Rumors Unofficially Confirm OFF-WHITE and Nike Collaboration
OFF-WHITE‘s founder and Kanye West’s creative director Virgil Abloh recently unofficially confirmed rumors of collaboration with Nike to release some fly sneakers. Since March of 2015, the word on the streets was that the two dope companies would come togetherRead more…
Brooklyn Nets’ Jeremy Lin Keeps It Real with Casual Style
Jeremy Lin, the Nets’ point guard, seems to prefer sweat suits over blazers lately. It’s not that he’s opposed to getting snazzed up for formal events; he simply prefers to make subtle fashion statements with coordinating monochromatic ensembles. All-white isRead more…
Cav’s Tristan Thompson is All About Planning His Looks
Cleveland Cavaliers’ Tristan Thompson hates last-minute fashion choices, and it shows in his dope outfits before and after games. Before road trips, he sits down with his two stylists (who also happen to be his best friends!) and come upRead more…
Nick Young A.K.A. Swaggy P is 1st pro athlete with his own line
Swaggy P also known as “Nick Young” of the LA Lakers recently launched his very own independent merchandise line, Most Hated. As GQ puts it: “kinda like Kanye’s Saint Pablo gear or Bieber’s Purpose Tour line—but without the actual tour,Read more…
NBA rules that wearable technology is not be used during games, negotiations
It’s official: the NBA recently ruled that wearable data from players is not to be used for player contract negotiation. While the framework of the agreement was agreed back in December by a committee made up of officials and player representative,Read more…
The 2015 NBA All-Star All-Style Fashion Show moved NBA and the fashion world closer to one another
The 2015 All-Star weekend included a very special treat – one that had been unheard of until then. NBA All-Star All-Style, the first ever NBA fashion show, aired during the NBA’s star-studded, celebrity-filled All-Star weekend. Whereas the Slam Dunk ContestRead more…
Comme des Garcones and NikeLab Debuts Clear Dunk High Shoes
NikeLab rolled out their Comme des Garçons Clear Dunk High Shoes last week, making the much-anticipated shoe available for purchase. These innovative and hi-style high tops were cleverly inspired by invisible, clear clothing. Many shoppers probably are not aware ofRead more…
Straight Up from Adidas: The 2017 All-Star Jerseys are Here
Adidas, in conjunction with the NBA, has just announced the 66th official jerseys for the NBA All-Star game. On February 19th the very best players the Association has to offer will head to New Orleans, Louisiana to square off inRead more…
Mitchell & Ness Launches NBA Rookie Throwback Collection
On the first Thursday of every month, there’s something to look forward to from dope NBA fashion company Mitchell and Ness. The company is where you can find classic authentic old-school merchandise – announced that they will be debuting for purchaseRead more…
Iman Shumpert’s style featured in Interview Magazine
When it comes to the NBA, on court and off, the big name players get all the love. Not only do Dwyane Wade, Chris Paul. Russell Westbrook and LeBron James dominate the ink and screen when it comes to ballin’,Read more…
Russell Westbrook wildin’ on court, styling’ off it (ESPN)
The NBA players you see competing on the court, can be so different off it. Case in point, Russell Westbrook seems to wear a constant scowl and wants to tear down the arena with his soaring jams. Off the court,Read more…
Chris Paul on NBA life, fashion in Haute Living
In a feature called “The Art of the Assist”, Chris Paul was given a spread in fashion magazine Haute Living back in January 2014. Here’s what the 6-2 point guard superstar for the Los Angeles Clippers had to say aboutRead more…
Nine reasons you should stay at the Bay Bridge Inn in San Francisco
I’ve stayed in dozens of cheap hotels/motels in my life; a line-up of Motel 6s, Econo Lodges and America’s Best Value Inns to keep the cost of accommodations low on vacations.
When Sports and Fashion Collide: NBA’s All-Star Style in New York City
The NBA All-Star Game and New York Fashion Week collided into each other, and it was all good. The fashion industry embraced the players of the NBA All-Star game recently, and retailers lined up to see the big style starsRead more…
Data suggests Virgin America is consistently the “fastest” airline
I don’t have much loyalty when it comes to airlines; the lowest fare usually gets my business. That’s because I’m not picky about the entertainment options, usually buy my own food for the plane plus I’m 5’8 so don’t needRead more…
The Grammy Awards are the music awards show for the 1% (stop giving them more power)
Oh, the Grammy Awards. Let’s get straight to the point about the Grammy Awards; it’s as much about celebrating the art as much as it is a popularity contest that serves to reward specific tastes.
Black culture is popular, black people are not
Today I scrolled across the following tweet and thought that it makes a powerful statement on race in a succinct, clear manner; a reality check in eight words: “Black culture is popular, black people are not,”
Napa Farms Market: When you crave airport food (SFO)
How much do I enjoy the food at Napa Farms Market?
UH OoooooOH: M.I.A. releases ‘Double Bubble Trouble’ remixes
[survey]M.I.A.’s most recent single Double Bubble Trouble (which has been out since last year) has been on repeat for me over the last couple months. The single’s energy feels authentic to M.I.A., while it perfectly combines sounds of the tropicsRead more…
In memory of Mark Aguhar “calloutqueen” (1987-2012)
Two years ago, I clicked through to a tumblr with the tagline “BLOGGING FOR BROWN GURLS” that my friend had recommended on Facebook. The next thing I knew I was at the beginning; having spent a couple hours scrolling backwardsRead more…