I can’t believe how fast 2021 came and went! I hope it was a year where you learned and grew and continued to practice gratitude. As I look back, I can see how far I have come compared to this time last year. I am happy with how I spent my time, and I am grateful for the opportunities that came from those efforts. I hope we all continue to protect our peace, stay hopeful and intentional in our actions, and make decisions based on love instead of fear. Happy new year!
1) Sunmerry (Temple City, CA)
Sunmerry Bakery reached out to me to help promote their newest location in Sawtelle, CA. I was able to stop by the Temple City location to help share about the deals at the grand opening event. I loved all the pastries and drinks that Sunmerry picked for me! I loved the boba egg tart and the mochi donuts, as I have never tried these items before.
2) Bite Mi (Artesia, CA) - @occomestibles
Bite Mi in Artesia was celebrating their 1 year anniversary and wanted me to help spread the word about their various promotions for their anniversary celebration. This is the location I have visited the most as I love the decor and of course, the food! I got to order and take home a Grilled Pork and Grilled Chicken Banh Mi, Shrimp Garlic Noodles, and Strawberry Lemonade. Everything was delicious!
3) Blossom Market Hall (San Gabriel, CA)
I was looking forward to this grand opening for so long! Blossom Market Hall in San Gabriel finally opened and I got invited to check out the 13 vendors and the beautiful space. This is our first food hall in this area, and I was so excited for this addition to the city, with a vast variety of offerings and while I didn’t get to try all the vendors that day, I would say my favorite spots so far are Spotless Burgers and AK Fresh Roast!
4) Dolly Llama (Los Angeles, CA) - @ajenda_pr
Dolly Llama wanted to spread some holiday cheer with their Winter Wonder treats! It is a Mint N' Chip Ice Cream, decorated with chocolate sauce and holiday sprinkles, whipped cream and a marshmallow snowman in a sour candy scarf. Customers could get it on a Scoop, Bubble Waffle, or OG Liege Waffle. It was so adorable and I love the quality of their ice cream! I got the Winter Wonder Bubble Waffle with Mint N’ Chip, and the Dolly’s Dream OG Liege Waffle.
5) Blk Dot Coffee (Irvine, CA) - @occomestibles
I was so excited to finally try Blk Dot Coffee, as I love Vietnamese coffee! I was able to come to the Irvine Spectrum location and try the Iced Peppermint VTM and Avocado Toast, as well as take home a gift card and hat from here! Everything was so good and I look forward to coming back!
Other Collaborations:
Sugarist Pac was started by @thesavorystyle and @servando_eatz and is a curated candy gift box service that is handcrafted and handpicked with love. I loved the cute packaging and the variety of candies offered. My favorite items were the sour items!
I was involved in shooting some stock imagery for Calajo Catering as well as for their holiday items! I am so happy to have had this opportunity in 2021, and I am looking forward to more projects with them in 2022!