Tag: food
Simple and Satisfying: A Week of Easy Nutritious Recipes
Hello everyone! I’m thrilled to share a collection of easy and nutritious recipes that have been a break from my studies at Drexel University and a smart way to keep my living costs down here in Philadelphia. These recipes are not only straightforward and economical but also brimming with flavor, making healthy eating a real ...
Special Visits, Rooftops, and Restaurants: A Week of Urban Delights
Time truly flies when you’re having fun, and this past week in Philadelphia has been nothing short of exhilarating. As an exchange student at Drexel University, each week brings new adventures, but this week was particularly special as I had the pleasure of playing tour guide to my boyfriend, Pau, who came all the way ...
Exploring the Windy City: A Weekend Adventure in Chicago
This week marked an exciting milestone for me as an incoming exchange student at Drexel University – my first trip with my roommates, and what a trip it was! Late Thursday night, we boarded a flight bound for the vibrant city of Chicago, Illinois. The excitement was tangible, and I couldn’t wait to delve into ...
Trip to Taipei During Reading Week
A significant cultural difference between Drexel University and the University of Hong Kong is that they have a week off in the middle of the semester called ‘Reading Week’. For locals, as well as some exchange students, this reading week is considered a week where they study for upcoming midterm exams in the following week. ...
Your Costa Rica Study Abroad Survival Guide
Bienvenidos amigos! I’ve already written a blog about things you must pack for Costa Rica, but I thought I should go more in-depth with things I wish I had known before coming here, as well as things that will make your time here much easier! Money Costa Rica’s currency is the Colon. Before I go ...
How I Celebrated Lunar New Year in Hong Kong
The Lunar New Year festivities began promptly New Years Eve on Friday February 9th. Hong Kong University(HKU) closed early due to the holiday, so I only had my morning class. After class, a couple friends and I headed over to a place near HKU to grab lunch and get some gifts for Andy’s family for ...
5 New Foods I Have Tried and Where I Tried Them
From the moment I landed in Hong Kong there have been a variety of foods that I have been privileged to try. Below is just a small list of what I’ve eaten so far that’ve resonated deeply with me! January 7th: In an unplanned decision to explore Causeway Bay – a very populated area for ...
A Typical Day in the Life Studying in Hong Kong.
Most of my mornings start off with the most important question: “Should I take the bus or the MTR today?” If you’re a commuting student, or at least live in a dormitory half an hour away from school, this is the most important question of the day. On this day, the answer was the bus. ...
5 Things to See When You Visit Tamarindo
Over one of the weekends since being in Costa Rica, I took a trip with a group from the program to Tamarindo in Guanacaste. We embarked on a six-hour journey via public transportation from San Jose, costing only $13—an absolute steal, in my opinion. Nestled along the Pacific Coast, Tamarindo greets you with a palpable ...
The Story Of When I Was Adopted by a Girl Named Andy and Her Mom, Angel
When I first arrived in Hong Kong, I had the typical travel side effects: extreme tiredness from jet lag and extreme hunger because my stomach was on a different eating schedule. While managing through those, a couple days later I ended up with a cold meaning I had to stay in, until I finally stepped ...
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