Hello Kitty and Friends Miniso Pop-Up!

Soooo Cute, So You: Hello Kitty Pop-Up at Los Cerritos 🎀 Miniso’s very first Hello Kitty and Friends pop-up in North America is happening now at the Los Cerritos Center—and it’s giving all the kawaii vibes. With the theme “Sooooo cute, so you,” this space truly feels like a dream come true for Hello Kitty…

Hello Kitty & Friends Booth @ the Asian American Expo 💕🎀

This weekend at the Asian American Expo, I was invited to check out one of the cutest booths at the event — the Hello Kitty and Friends Booth by Gemini Food Corp., and it was pure kawaii happiness from start to finish 💖 From the moment I arrived, the booth instantly caught my attention with…

Hello Yelp Elite Badge 2026!

I’m thrilled to kick off 2026 as part of the Yelp LA Elite Squad! Being a Yelp Elite for 18 years straight has been an incredible journey — from discovering hidden gems to sharing my favorite spots around the city. This past year, I wrote my most reviews ever — 170! Each review was a…

Hello Foodie Jenn Year in Review 2025!

2025 was a year full of wonderful surprises! From collaborating with some of my favorite spots to traveling to Mexico, the Philippines (the biggest surprise of the year!), and Taiwan, I was blessed with so many unforgettable experiences. While I loved exploring flavors around the world—memories I’ll cherish forever 🙂—I realized there’s truly no place…

Hello STARLUX Airlines Business Class!

My recent business class flight to the Philippines was nothing short of extraordinary, and the gourmet dining onboard made it truly unforgettable. From the moment I stepped on the plane, it was clear that STARLUX takes inflight luxury—and food—seriously. From the very first course, it was clear that STARLUX takes food seriously. Each tray was…

Hello Kitty and Friends Cozy Corner Pop Up!

I’ve loved Hello Kitty ever since I was a little girl, so when I found out that the Hello Kitty and Friends Cozy Corner Pop-Up was opening at Del Amo Fashion Center, I knew I had to visit. Walking into the cozy, kawaii-filled space in my hometown felt like stepping into a joyful childhood memory….

Hello Stay Coffee! ☕️

I think I may have just discovered a coffee shop where I can stay and savor every sip of coffee. Walking into Stay Coffee in Lawndale, California, I immediately fell in love with the spot. The coffee house is large, airy, and inviting, with plenty of seating—including gorgeous rattan egg chairs that I just wanted…

Hello OC Japan Fair! 🇯🇵

From spicy takoyaki to Hello Kitty lemonades — every bite was a love letter to Japan 💌🍡🐙 The OC Japan Fair brought together food, culture, and kawaii magic all in one place. It was my first time ever to check out the OC Japan Fair and I could not have asked for a sweeter weekend!…

Hello, Trader Joe’s Halloween Totes!

I fell in love with Trader Joe’s totes when they released the pastel ones earlier this year. Now it’s fall—the season of sugar, spice, and all things hauntingly cute! Trader Joe’s just dropped their Halloween mini totes and they are indeed super cute! . Naturally, I had to grab a set, and of course, I…