Travel Experiences
Discover New York: A Decadent Raw Chocolate Factory In Bushwick, Brooklyn
I LOVE CHOCOLATE. I can’t say that makes me unique at all; however, I do believe there are many who have yet to experience the joys of real non-drug store chocolate. Not to sound like a snob — I’ve definitely had (gorged on) my fair share of Hershey’s Bars — but it’s hard to go…Read more...
An Enchanting Nara Deer Experience In Japan
By Jessie Festa. A big thank you to the Japan National Tourism Organization for sponsoring my trip! Visiting Japan? In Nara, Japan’s Nara Park, you’ll be truly immersed in a fantasy-like world — beginning with over 1,000 friendly deer. Being from Long Island where it’s forbidden to touch and feed wild deer, it was amazing…Read more...
Strolling Through 5,000 Shinto Gates At Fushimi Inari Shrine In Kyoto, Japan
*My trip to Japan’s Kansai Region was sponsored by the Japan National Tourism Organization. All opinions are 100% my own. Kyoto, Japan, is home to 17 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, one of which is the Fushimi Inari Taisha (Shrine)—not to mention the #1 Kyoto Attraction on TripAdvisor. You can reach the site—open daily from 7am…Read more...
How To Cruise On A Budget In NYC (North River Lobster Co)
Looking to cruise NYC on a budget? The North River Lobster Co offers a delicious and ambient experience on the Hudson River.Read more...
Having A Shabushabu Experience In Gion, Kyoto, Japan
One of the most interesting restaurants I ate at during my trip to Kyoto, Japan, was at Gion Gyuzen (323 Gionmachikitagawa, Higashiyamaku) and partaking in some traditional shabushabu. Upon entering the restaurant I was asked to remove my shoes and was escorted to a private room with sliding doors and a low table adorned with…Read more...
Finding True Love At Kiyomizu-dera Temple In Kyoto, Japan
Kiyomizu-dera Temple in Kyoto was established during the eighth century, and today is one of the most interesting Japan attractions to visit. Made of wood, the structure has burned down numerous times, although the building we see today — created without nails and featuring a thatched roof — was created in 1633. The story goes…Read more...
Discover New York: Tracing NYC History Through Gelato
I’ve had gelato and I’ve had Popsicles, but it’s only been recently that I discovered you could have them as one. At Popbar in NYC’s West Village, they focus on offering all-natural gelato, frozen yogurt, and sorbet made fresh daily using Kosher-certified fresh fruit and milk with no artificial ingredients or gluten. Staff make the…Read more...
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