Reading, roaming, and everything in between
Four days in Portland Maine, two of which are calling for rain, and I’m doing it all in a carry on. If you’ve ever tried to pack light for unpredictable weather you’ll know the challenge. Here’s exactly what made the cut. The Bag Packing cubes are the first thing that go in. They keep everything …
I finished So Old, So Young by Grant Ginder recently and I’ve been sitting with it for a few days trying to figure out exactly how I feel about it. That’s not a bad thing, sometimes the books that take a little longer to process are the ones that were actually worth reading. The book …
I started Yellowface on a quiet evening and didn’t really stop thinking about it until long after I’d finished. It’s the kind of book that stays with you, not because it’s heavy or difficult, but because it quietly asks you questions you weren’t expecting. The book follows June, a struggling writer who makes a choice …
Mexico City has some of the best shopping I’ve come across in any city, and I don’t mean malls or international brands. I mean the kind of stores that feel like they were made for people who care about what they bring home. Here’s what stood out. Happening Roma Norte Happening is one of those …
If the cocktail bars set a high standard in Mexico City, the food kept right up with them. I came in with high expectations and left having eaten some of the best meals of my life. Here’s where we went and what made each place worth it. Contramar This was my absolute favourite meal of …
I’ll be honest, cocktail bars were a big part of our Mexico City trip, and this is the list that came out of it. Four nights, multiple bars, and a genuine effort to try as much as possible. If you’re planning a trip and want to know where to drink, I hope this helps. If …
I went to Mexico City back in November not entirely sure what to expect, and I came back genuinely surprised by how much I loved it. It’s one of those cities that gets under your skin in the best way, and I’ve been thinking about it ever since. The food was the first thing that …