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Applying for an American Artist Visa | Beware of Scam-Like Immigration Lawyers This time, I’m sharing new information about artist visa applications. In New York, I sometimes hear stories about immigration lawyers who behave almost like scammers, so I hope this helps you avoid trouble. Currently, I am assisting with an SOS case related to…
how to cook beets in an Instant Pot Japanese recipe — A Simple Japanese Home Recipe Hello everyone! I’m Maegami from the blog Megami no Maegami (Goddess’s Bangs).Today’s post is from my Home Cooking Series, and we’re talking about a colorful superfood — beets! You might know beets from the famous Russian soup borscht, but…
Best Pho in Queens: District Saigon in Astoria, New York I recently found another pho restaurant in New York that I absolutely loved, so I had to share it. Last month, I visited a spot in Queens, and it instantly became one of my new favorites. While most people think of Manhattan when searching for…
Air Pollution in New York | Lessons from the 2023 Canadian Wildfires In early June, massive wildfires broke out in Canada, sending thick smoke drifting into New York State — creating a surreal, orange-tinted sky across the city. For the first time in memory, the sun appeared as a red disc behind a smoky haze,…
What Is Sunrise Mart? A Look at New York’s Famous Japanese Grocery What Is Sunrise Mart in New York? When it comes to Japanese supermarkets in New York, Sunrise Mart is probably the most famous. Its first store opened in the East Village, though sadly that location has since closed. When I first came to…
Affordable Sushi in New York: Yasaka on the Upper West Side Discovering Sushi Yasaka One of my favorite go-to sushi spots in New York is Sushi Yasaka. It has been around for years and is always popular—so popular that walking in without a reservation can be risky. Located just off 72nd Street on the Upper…
Apple Card 2025: Features, Savings, APR, and How to Open an Account. Apple Card isn’t just a credit card — it’s part of Apple’s growing financial ecosystem, created in partnership with Goldman Sachs. In 2023, Apple launched its Apple Card Savings account, offering competitive interest rates for iPhone users. As of January 2024, the APY…
Café Maman NYC: A Charming Coffee Spot in the Upper East Side This time on my New York café-hopping series, I’m excited to introduce Café Maman. I recently visited their Upper East Side location, and it turned out to be one of the most delightful café experiences in Manhattan. From beautiful latte art to their…
Cha Pa’s Pho Might Be the Best in Manhattan I’m a huge fan of pho, and I’ve written before about Saigon Shack in West Village. But recently, I discovered a Vietnamese restaurant that might be even better: Cha Pa’s. Surprisingly, many Vietnamese spots in Chinatown aren’t as good anymore. Instead, Midtown, the Upper West Side,…
The Life-Changing Power of Vipassana Meditation Benefits What Is Vipassana Meditation? Vipassana meditation ( Website ) is one of the oldest and most respected meditation techniques in the world. I personally experienced it through a 10-day Vipassana meditation course, and the impact on my daily life has been profound. This practice is so popular that…