The One about the Green Mountain Coffee – Pumpkin Spice Coffee
Before 1981, entrepreneur Bob Stiller discovered a cup of coffee that he enjoyed so much at a ski resort that it prompted him and a partner to buy a two-thirds stake in the small specialty coffee roasting company in Waitsfield, Vermont. The company produced roasted Read More …
The One about Admiring the detail of the Gundam RG 1/1 RX-78-2 Ver. GFT statue in Odaiba
If you are passionate about Gundam, there is no doubt a goal that many have of going to Japan, going to Odaiba and seeing the Mobile Suit Gundam RG 1/1 RX-78-2 Ver. GFT in all its glory. If you are into gunpla, seeing the 1:1 Read More …
The One about Artful Cinema: Dennis A. Amith reviews Juan Jose Campanella’s “The Secret In Their Eyes” (El Secreto de sus ojos)
“The Secret in Their Eyes” won the Academy Award for “Best Foreign Language” film, before I watched the film, I was stunned. Could there be anything better than Michael Haneke’s “The White Ribbon”, Scandar Copti and Yaron Shani’s “Ajami” or even the film which I Read More …
The One about Starbucks Holiday Blend 2016 – Medium Roast Ground Coffee
Every holiday season, a few coffee makers release their holiday blends. Starbucks Holiday Blend 2016 features a blend of Latin American and Indonesian coffee, so there is a balance of herbal and sweet maple. Holiday blends are hit and miss and for those who enjoyed Read More …
Travel Guide – Japan: The One about the IC Transportation Card (Suica and Pasmo)
If you are traveling Japan, aside from your passport and your JR Pass, one of the most important things to do, once you arrive in Japan, is to get an IC Transportation Card that will allow you travel in Japan. You can purchase the card Read More …
The One about Halloween Day 2016 (October 31, 2016) in Tokyo, Japan
The week leading up to Halloween has no doubt been incredible but because Halloween takes place on a Monday, a lot of the Halloween festivities took place on the weekend. Still, I had a feeling that people would be out on Halloween Day dressed up Read More …
The One about the Omotesando Halloween Pumpkin Parade 2016
On October 30th, the 2016 Omotesando Halloween Pumpkin Parade took place. A parade in which parents and their children and literally entire families can dress up and take part in the Halloween festivity (including dogs) was no doubt a success. I have heard about how Read More …
The One about the Indulgio Cappuccino Mix – French Vanilla
Once in awhile you will find K-Cups in which no creamer or sugar is needed. Indulgio’s Cappuccino Mix – French Vanilla is one of those brands. Known for its Cappuccino, Hot Cocoa, Cider and Iced drinks, which are available in K-Cups, Indulgio offers French Vanilla Read More …
The One about Götz Spielmann’s “REVANCHE”
The word “REVANCHE” in German means “revenge” but also has the meaning of “second chance”. Götz Spielmann manages to craft his masterpiece through utilizing these five characters in whose lives are intertwined after tragedy but not going through the cliched route of banality or a Read More …
The One about Halloween in Japan Part 1
As I am currently in Japan, as I promised, I will be reporting on how Halloween is in Japan. Having read how Halloween has grown huge in Japan within the last five years and many saying that promotions for Halloween is becoming close to Christmas Read More …
The One about Starbucks Caramel Flavored Coffee K-Cups
In 1971, the first Starbucks was founded in Seattle, Washington. As of November 2016, there are 23,768 Starbucks coffeehouse locations worldwide. The #1 coffee company and coffeehouse chain in the world, Starbucks is best known for putting taste, quality and customer service as priority. They Read More …
The One about #TravelLife 2016: Japan
Originally planned, I was to travel to multiple countries in Europe as final vacation for 2016. But one thing that had gotten on my nerves was the fact that I didn’t cover so many locations in Tokyo in 2015. So, I decided to take on Read More …
The One about the Armani Exchange (Model: AX2324)
When it comes to watches, while I’m not a strong consumer of fashion watches, I do support watches that make people happy, makes one feel that it works well with their wardrobe but also watches that make people feel comfortable. Some see them as instrumental Read More …
The One about the Skagen Hagen World Time and Alarm (SKW6299) Watch
Skagen watches are now known for their lightness, stylish design but also being affordable quartz watches. As a watch enthusiast, I also recommend Skagen for those who are starting out with purchasing of watches, wanting it to be stylish but also are not as willing Read More …
The One about Gashapon (Capsule Toy Vending Machines)
In the United States, many are used to seeing capsule toy machines as cheap toys to keep your kids occupied while visiting a supermarket or restaurant. In Japan, the concept is similar but the offerings reach out to people of all ages. Known as “Gashapon” Read More …
Travel Guide: The One about Luggage Travel Tags
When traveling, one thing that a few people don’t worry about until the last minute is their travel tags. When purchasing travel tags, you will see the basic name, address and city, state. But these days, you have to protect yourself and not putting all Read More …
The One about the Nutri Ninja Nutri Bowl DUO with Auto-iq Boost
I have been using Nutri Ninja products of nearly two years now and having used the 1100 watt Ninja Professional Blender (BL660), this time I give the Nutri Ninja Nutri Bowl DUO with Auto-iq Boost a try. I. WHAT’S IN THE BOX Inside you get Read More …
The One about David Kennard’s “A Year in Burgundy: A Film About Wine”
David Kennard has worked on television as director and producer for documentaries such as “2001: HAL’s Legacy”, “Surviving September 11th: The Story of One New York Family”, “Journey to the Universe”, the TV series “Cosmos” and “Keeping Score” to name a few. And back in Read More …
The One about the Skagen Melbye (SKW6305) Watch
Skagen, Denmark is known for its fishing port and being a tourist magnet courtesy of its long history, its building architecture throughout the region and for its artists, the Skagen Painters of the late 1800’s to early 1900’s. But the name Skagen Denmark for westerners Read More …
The One about the Lowepro Flipside 500 AW DSLR Backpack
For the longest time, I have depended on my DSLR shoulder bags when traveling to events around the world. But I noticed how I would experience shoulder pain due to the uneven distribution of the weight that I decided to go with a backpack. What Read More …
The One about Kotobukiya
Back in 1953, toy company Kotobukiya established themselves as toymakers that care about craftsmanship. Fastforward to 2016 and the company still prides itself in craftmanship and quality and have become the #1 toy company specializing in collector toys and creator of statues, figures and kits. Read More …
The One about (Not Checking Out) Yasukuni Shrine
If there is one shrine in Japan that is controversial, it’s Yasukuni Shrine. For those not familiar with Yasukuni Shrine, since 1869, the shrine is where people go to honor the souls of those who died in service of Japan. Known back in 1869 as Read More …
The One about Travel Cubes
For those who tend to travel and want to become more organized and pack efficiently, I recommend purchasing travel packing cubes. When purchasing, most of the sets offer a small, medium and large travel cube and the magic is to roll your clothing, so you Read More …