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A Movie About Forgetting and Remembering

Reflections on the Japanese movie “A Hundred Flowers” Last weekend, as part of the ongoing New York Asian Film Festival (NYAFF), I saw a Japanese film titled “A Hundred Flowers” from writer/director Genki Kawamura about a mother with early onset dementia and her son who bore the consequences of her … Read MoreA Movie About Forgetting and Remembering

The Bose QC35 II, the OG classic headphone

Bose created a tech gadget classic when they made the Bose QC 35 II. What makes a tech product a classic? High-quality materials that last long, a feature set that stands the test of time, seamless usability, and an enduring product that still looks good after the beating it gets … Read MoreThe Bose QC35 II, the OG classic headphone

Farewell Nook Simple Touch! You were great.

Ahh, my Nook Simple Touch. Could I consider an ebook reader as an old friend? The Nook helped me discover literary wonders over the past decade. I read a bunch of great books on this thing. I can’t believe this little ebook reader was released in 2011. This product faced … Read MoreFarewell Nook Simple Touch! You were great.

Maman, A Cozy French Café Bakery (Opens in Jersey City)

This weekend I visited Maman for the first time in downtown Jersey City. Maman means ‘mother’ in French. This cozy French café and bakery originated in 2014 in Soho, New York. Years later, it has several locations across Manhattan and Toronto. Maman’s new residence is in the luxe 70 Hudson … Read MoreMaman, A Cozy French Café Bakery (Opens in Jersey City)