Cassandra Wang hails from Edmonton, Alberta. But before settling in, she lived in Shanghai for the first 7 years of her life. That’s where she grew up and got her taste of the vibrant food culture. Since moving to Edmonton, she has fallen in love with international cuisine. If there’s a new restaurant in town, she would be the first to line up outside the door. At home, you can find her experimenting with recipes around the world. She hopes to share these experiences with all who care to listen.
In her spare time, Xin cares for 6 rescue budgies. Many of which she found stranded in parks or her backyard. On weekends, she drives out to Banff or Jasper where she can be found hiking new trails. She’s thankful Athabasca University has allowed her to work full-time as a researcher while taking courses that interest her such as abnormal psychology.
Compared to the rest of Canada, the western coast of British Columbia has a longer fall season with a temperate, rainforest-like feel. The region has a unique climate, natural beauty, and local cultural charm that is unparalleled. I love spending time reflecting, meditating, and bringing life’s busy pace to a slow hum. For AU students… Read more »
If you’re looking to see green when it’s blizzarding outside, botanical gardens make for a wonderful visit with friends, family, or even by yourself. They are one of my favorite places to visit in the chilly Canadian winter. I find it extremely serene and peaceful to take a walk in some of the botanical gardens… Read more »
Clam harvesting is such a unique experience. This Fall, I had a chance to visit Nanaimo to do some clam digging. Located on Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Nanaimo is well known for its beautiful coastal scenery. Last week I had the chance to indulge in some outdoor activities including clam digging. It’s considered a… Read more »
Recently I had the chance to eat my way through Richmond, Vancouver and it was one of the best foodie experiences I’ve had to date. Here’s everything I ate on this trip. Tendon Kohaku: this is a chain that is based out of Japan and has locations in 6 countries. They specialize in tempura that… Read more »
One of my favorite parts of any destination I visit is the food. Although I have traveled to South Korea in the past, since the pandemic I have not returned (especially since airfare has nearly doubled since pre-pandemic era). However, whenever I get the opportunity to visit Asia, I never skimp out on the opportunity… Read more »
Recently I had the chance to eat my way through Richmond, Vancouver, and it was one of the best foodie experiences I’ve had to date. Here’s everything I ate on this trip. Tendon Kohaku: this is a chain that is based out of Japan and has locations in six countries. They specialize in tempura that… Read more »
Korean BBQ has always been one of my favorite dining experiences. It’s perfect for family gatherings, dinner with friends and includes an activity as well as a meal. The process of grilling meats custom to your liking is one of the reasons why it’s as much of an experience as it is a meal. For… Read more »
1. Low Maintenance Cats are relatively independent animals compared to other pets like dogs. They don’t require daily walks or constant attention, which is ideal for a student with a busy schedule of classes, studying, and social activities. So long as they have their litter box, and their feed, cats are generally lower maintenance than… Read more »
Peking duck has its roots in Imperial Chinese cuisine. For myself, I grew up eating this only on special occasions with family and friends of family at renowned restaurants. Typically, the dish is known for its crispy, lacquered duck skin and tender duck breast meat. It is served with pancakes, sweet hoisin sauce, and fresh… Read more »
Recently I had the opportunity to go cherry picking in British Columbia. It was a phenomenal experience with family and experiencing the climate and landscape of the Okanagan Valley in British Columbia. In the Kelowna region, the growing season is longer compared to other areas and is well known for the longest cherry season due… Read more »