Whether it’s parents, teachers or other authority figures in life, we all have people who care enough about us to push us to succeed. But where do we draw the line between a “good work ethic” and a constant and unhealthy need to be productive? How do we know what to prioritize in our lives…
How much involvement can a family have in an individual’s medical matters, particularly when they are not conscious or in a clear state of mind to advocate for themselves? There are a multitude of ethical dilemmas that arise from this, and medical professionals are expected to respond instantaneously to these questions, as their decisions literally…
With school being out for summer, the warm weather has influenced me to leave my house and not play video games all day. I’ve finally had the time to explore around the city and find more food places that every Calgarian should try! Now that it’s summer, an excellent way to beat the heat is…
Last night, I had the pleasure of visiting Ajito, a Japanese Izakaya restaurant on McLeod Trail. With COVID restrictions being mostly lifted, it seems as if everyone these days are going out to eat. Because of this, restaurants are usually packed with people, and so noisy to the point where you can’t hear yourself talk.…
What is Sugee Cake? Sugee cake is essentially the Eastern counterpart of your regular butter cake. Originating from Malaysian and Singaporean ancestry, it is one cake that holds a sweet place in my heart. Also known as suji cake, Eurasians often serve this cake on special occasions such as birthdays, weddings, and New Year. Considering…
My Netflix list is full of exciting TV shows and movies that I intend to watch one day, yet whenever I have some extra time, I always turn to the ones I’ve watched too many times already. So why is that? Well, there is actually a ton of research out there that uses psychology to…
These days, Veganism and vegan foods have been on the rise as people take into account being responsible for the planet. Although I am not vegan myself, I usually try to avoid dairy as I have trouble digesting it. Because of this, I have explored many different alternative vegan dairy options, and have incorporated many…
All right, all right… I get it. This may sound crazy, but boxed cake mix is one of the best things to have in your kitchen. Like many other bakers, I used to believe that cake mix pales in comparison to cakes made from scratch. When done right, this is simply not true. Boxed cake…
Over the years, I have begun discovering foods that excite me. As a result, I have tried numerous restaurants throughout Calgary. However, while I enjoy experimenting, I often visit the same 5-10 restaurants repeatedly. In today’s blog, I compiled a list of my top 5 favorite restaurants within Calgary. 1. Pure Modern Asian Kitchen &…
Experts from the medical field say studying in stem cells is the hope for our various diseases in the future. Let’s investigate what stem cells are! What are stem cells? The human body is made up of hundreds of different types of cells that play an important role in our day-to-day health. These cells are…
It’s summertime, and the best way to celebrate is with chill and refreshing smoothies. Not only are they a healthy alternative to sugary drinks, but they are full of delicious fruits and vegetables that are sure to make your mouth water. Here are some of my favourite smoothie recipes: 1. Blueberry Delight (1-2 Servings) 1…
Mental health has been something that has had the ability to evolve over the years. It’s important to consider that today’s society has changed, and as generations changed the stigmas have as well. I am a huge advocate in mental health as I have also been struggling with mental health myself. Here are a few…
I have been in bed with covid for the last week. Yes, after 2 years of restrictions and 3 vaccinations, I managed to get sick within 2 months of restrictions loosening. Despite the cough, fever, and fatigue, the worst outcome of my positive test so far is that I haven’t been able to go into…
I don’t know about you, but I’ve always been a fan of no-bake desserts that are easy to make and don’t take a lot of time. One of my favourites (that I discovered while I was trying to satisfy my sweet tooth one day), was this peanut butter and chocolate no bake recipe. I almost…
The weather this past week has been dreadful, leaving most of us holed up in our homes. While we may not be able to go out with friends or play sports outside (or go outside at all…), we can still learn a few new recipes. I posted a mochi brownie recipe a couple of months…