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Even the marmalade loving Paddington bear would approve of these wings!ย These Asian marmalade chicken wings are simple yet full delicious flavors! Sweet, slightly bitter orange marmalade combines with the irresistible flavor of soy sauce, garlic, and green onions. No wonder Paddington loves marmalade so …
Traveling or living in Helsinki? Bring some affordable gifts to friends and family outside of Finland! ย Helsinki can be an expensive city and even more for items meant to be souvenirs. Items from the official Marimekko store or the design district can be pricy. …
Chirashi sushi tacos are the perfect way to celebrate Hinamatsuri! These Philadelphia chirashi sushi tacos have nori roasted seaweed “toritillas” topped with sushi rice, cream cheese, thin sliced egg crepes, slices of cucumber, and smoked salmon roses! You might be wondering, what is chirashi sushi?ย …
Oodi library is one of the most modern libraries in the entire world! Officially called the Helsinki central library Oodi, it just opened in December of 2018! Oodi means ode in Finnish and it was an Independence day gift from the state. It is meant …
Rice Krispie Treats with matcha are the perfect combo!ย Rice krispie treats…. That bright blue wrapper and the crunchy and sticky deliciousness is so irresistible. It was one of my favorite childhood treats. Later on, I’d buy them from vending machines and convenience stores during …
5 best things about Finnish apartments When I first moved to Finland, there were several things that blew my mind about Finnish apartments. Finland is known for its design and happy living style and the apartments here are full of little “hacks” that help make …
Yuba is a magical ingredient! It is made from boiling soy milk and collecting the the film that develops on the surface. The taste is richer than tofu and creamy. There are many types of yuba from extremely delicate and creamy to a more dense …
I recently went to Berlin to take an audition and spent two nights and one whole day there! I ate as much as I could, as I always do when I travel, saw some sights, and caught a concert. Maybe it is because Helsinki is …
Pizza!!!!!ย I love pizza in all forms, I guess that is one of my most “American” traits. How can one not love melted cheese and tomato sauce? Whenever I talk to foreigners coming to the United States, one of the first things that they say …
My hometown of Chapel Hill, North Carolina is not exactly a tourist destination but I decided to compile a list of a couple of restaurants in and around the area that I recommend! The close proximity of the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill has …