Entertainment
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Asian Characters That Represented My Childhood
Growing up as an Asian American, there was not much representation in popular media. Each time a character that slightly resembled me popped up on my TV screen, I would get so excited with a bright smile. I felt like I could relate to these characters and believed that a piece of my background was appreciated in American culture. Thankfully, as more time has passed, Asian representation in movies and TV Shows has become more prevalent. However, this does not mean that I have forgotten the Asian characters that I grew up with. With a deep connection to each one of them, I would like to share the Asian characters…
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Inspiring Asian Influencers and Creators on Instagram
As an active user of the social media platform Instagram, I often browse through my feed for inspiration for makeup, outfits, food, or art. As someone who uses Instagram for a creative outlet, it is always exciting to see Asian influencers on my feed. Here are my favorite Asian Instagram influencers I often get inspiration from!
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My Thoughts On Netflix’s Avatar
When Netflix first announced their live-action Avatar project in 2018, high school me was ecstatic. Nickelodeon’s Avatar was my one and only afterschool special treat. As a kid, I loved the action, and even rewatching it recently, its story is complex and timeless. These qualities in animation and digital media are something we see less and less of now. As studios look to cut costs and maximize their profits as much as possible, writers and storytellers have less and less time to develop complex stories, resulting in what I like to call the Netflix Effect.
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Kdrama Recommendations 2024
Looking for something to watch? Here are 2 new K-dramas trending in 2024 that will captivate you!
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My Favorite K-Dramas About Small Towns
There is something about K-dramas that take place in a small town. You feel the warmth of the community, always willing to give each other a hand when they need it the most. Watching them feels like an escape almost. Like you no longer have to worry about the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Instead you take things one day at a time, one step in front of the other. It’s calming, but there’s always a story behind why everyone is there. Here are my top three favorites from this genre.
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Animes from the Winter Season
This season of anime brought both new seasons and new shows. In this article, I’m going to tell you about a couple of new seasons and shows that I’ve seen this winter and recommend.
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Underrated Asian Chefs
Cooking is such a big part of Asian culture, and we owe it to our community to honor these amazing, flavorful dishes that have become such an integral part of our identity. In this article, I’ll be introducing a few underrated, or not-as-well-known, Asian chefs on YouTube that you should look into so you can learn about new dishes or the art of cooking from different perspectives. Check them out!
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Underrated Anime: Fall 2023
In a particular imperial court, it has been several months since Maomao, a 17-year-old girl, was abducted and compelled to serve as a low-level servant in the emperor's palace. Nevertheless, she tenaciously clings to her inquisitive and practical nature, intending to fulfill her servitude period. One day, however, she learns that the emperor's twin infants are severely unwell. Drawing on her upbringing as a pharmacist in the impoverished red-light district, she covertly decides to intervene.
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Anime Food I Would Eat
If you watch a lot of anime, you know that there are a lot of really yummy depictions of food sometimes. So much so that it makes me wanna cook my own versions of the food! Here are some anime foods I would like to eat because of how delicious they look!
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My Anime Tier List
Whether you’re in need of some anime recommendations or want an opinion on some, I’m going to be creating a tier list of some of the mainstream anime series: Jujutsu Kaisen (JJK), Hunter x Hunter, and Haikyuu. Some of you may disagree with my tier list but at least hear out my reasoning.
