good eats: Taneda

the workshop took place over two days, four hours each day. i loved the entire process, even the most challenging moments. it pushed me to try new things.

I had the pleasure of capturing some of that PNW essence for the Le family this weekend —Washington natives and UW sweethearts with the sweetest camera lovin’ daughter.

i am the oldest grandchild on my dad's side of the family.  for six years, i was not only an only child, but also an only grandchild. on october 11, 1993 when jeicille was born and i wasn't alone anymore.

oh man, where do i even start with this one? my recent experience at taneda sushi in kaiseki was one of the more special experiences i’ve had.

samara recently opened in our neighborhood. it used to be a video rental store, though you’d never know with the modern, cute interior that’s there now.

archipelago is a filipino inspired restaurant that only serves eight people at a time. it’s an intimate experience with chef aaron verzosa and his wife amber manuguid. they walk you through a journey of dishes inspired by their filipino culture and pacific northwest roots.

I celebrated my 31st birthday in my favorite place on earth — new york city. birthdays are always a melancholy time for me. yet, the city always continues to surprise and delight me.

“I love everything that's old, - old friends, old times, old manners, old books, old wine.”

“You find no man, at all intellectual, who is willing to leave London. No, Sir, when a man is tired of London, he is tired of life; for there is in London all that life can afford.”