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Your guide to all things travel, food and lifestyle related! The main goal of Happily Pink has always been to encourage others to seek out what makes them happiest in life.
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1w ago
Figuring out where to book the perfect romantic dinner for Valentine’s Day in Tucson and Marana can feel overwhelming, especially because it’s not always clear if the regular menu or prix-fixe menu will be offered. And if celebrating on Friday, February 14, 2025, doesn’t align with your schedule, you may be looking for options on Saturday, February 15. To make your planning easier, I researched the best Valentine’s Day dinners in Tucson and Marana, featuring everything from prix-fixe menus to regular offerings at a range of price points. Whether you’re looking for an intimate fine dining exper ..read more
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2w ago
Every year, I eagerly await the announcement of the James Beard Award semifinalists. For those unfamiliar, the James Beard Awards® presented by Capital One are among the most prestigious honors in the culinary world. These awards recognize excellence across a wide range of dining experiences—from fine dining to casual establishments—and celebrates everyone from bakers and bartenders to restaurateurs and chefs. This year marks the 35th anniversary of the awards, which was established in 1990 to honor restaurants and chefs. Over the years, the program has grown to include 25 categories, with thr ..read more
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8M ago
This is your foodie guide on what to eat at Omicho Market in Kanazawa! Since its establishment in the Edo Period, Omicho Market has played an essential role in Kanazawa’s food and culture scene. For more than 300 years, the market has provided direct access to its freshly-caught seafood along the Hokuriku Coast. Today, it’s a hub for restaurants, locals, and visitors alike! In this post, I included a photo of the stall and its food because I couldn’t confirm the name of every business. When you visit, you will also discover that multiple businesses sells the same fresh seafood– which isn’t unc ..read more
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9M ago
For those looking to go off-the-beaten-path in Japan, seek out the captivating “gold marsh” known as Kanazawa. While there’s still much more I’d love to explore and eat in Kanazawa, I found myself thoroughly impressed with my first visit. As a result, I wanted to share this initial list on where to eat in Kanazawa. But before I dive into my list, I’d like to share important updates on the Noto Peninsula earthquake. Noto Peninsula Earthquake Unfortunately at the beginning of this year, the Noto Peninsula was struck by a 7.6 magnitude earthquake. This was the strongest earthquake to hit Ishikawa ..read more
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11M ago
Scottsdale’s newest luxury resort is now open– Caesars Republic Scottsdale! I had the chance to check out the glamorous grand opening event for Caesars Entertainment’s first non-gaming hotel in the United States. It was quite a spectacular experience, from fire dancing to a drone show. But my most favorite aspect was the food from Giada De Laurentiis’ new concept, Luna by Giada. You can view my video coverage by watching my Reel on Instagram. I look forward to fully experiencing the property and its three culinary concepts: Pronto by Giada, Luna by Giada, and SEVEN (Riot Hospitality Group of S ..read more
Happily Pink
1y ago
Washington, DC is the most sought-after destination to witness the cherry blossoms during peak bloom. In case you missed my Instagram post, the National Park Service’s Bloom Watch predicted that peak bloom will occur between March 23-26! Consisting of 12 cherry tree varieties, the iconic blooms attract more than 1.5 million visitors during the capitol’s four-week long National Cherry Blossom Festival. The festival celebrates the friendship between Japan and the United States, as it commemorates the 1912 gift of 3,020 cherry trees from Mayor Yukio Ozaki of Tokyo to Washington, DC. Keep reading ..read more
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1y ago
Normally, I combine Tucson with my overall 2023 year, but this year, I felt my hometown needed its own designated category for the Best Desserts in Tucson. From this list, you will find everything from fine dining to hole-in-the-wall establishments. You can also expect to see a variety of cuisines that range from contemporary, Italian, French, Hong Kong and more. As far as sweetness levels go, I will say my personal preference leans more towards a well-balanced sweetness. I do not like anything that is overly sweet or over-the-top. I don’t think there’s anything wrong with liking those things ..read more
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1y ago
Happy 2024! Thank you for your endless support on my blog and social media channels in 2023. It always brings me great joy to have you on my adventures, both big and small. Quite a bit has happened since my last post on my blog, from my first debut on international TV to flying to Greece for a culinary campaign. But through it all, I devoured meals and bites that I regularly think about. With so many outstanding and memorable things, I thought it would be best to categorize everything into “Best of 2023” topics. Now for the “Best of 2023,” this essentially translates to “My Favorite _____” of ..read more
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2y ago
United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona announced a special beer brewed by Ten55 Brewing Company to commemorate the nonprofit’s 100th anniversary! On top of creating the tailored-brewed UNITED Summer Ale, Ten55 Brewing Company is donating a portion of the beer’s proceeds back to the nonprofit. The UNITED Summer Ale is a light, crisp and a seasonal sipper with a slight spice. One of the key ingredients in the ale is the rare Grains of Paradise, a western African peppercorn that includes notes of ginger, cardamom, citrus, and juniper. “When we first discussed the potential of this project late ..read more
Happily Pink
3y ago
Last year, I made the decision to prioritize my sleep with the best Tempur-Pedic mattress from Ashley HomeStore Tucson! In addition to changing my mattress, I made other changes to my sleep habits that transformed my quality of life. In this post, I’ll walk you through… The Sleep Stress Cycle and How to Fix It Everything You Need to Know About Tempur-Pedic’s TEMPUR-LUXEbreeze° mattress Why I Ordered from Ashley HomeStore Tucson Q&A Tempur-Pedic (Cost, Delivery, Warranty, Etc.) Disclaimer: This post is sponsored by Ashley HomeStore Tucson and Tempur-Pedic, but all the opinions are my own. T ..read more