What I Wish I Knew After My House Burned Down
I lost my house during the Oakland Hills fire of 1991. My house was a complete loss, and we chose to rebuild — these are my notes reflecting what I learned from that process....
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2021 Won’t Magically Make Everything Better
We can’t wait; we need to change now....
I’m Living in the Middle of a Wildfire Crisis. It’s as Terrifying as It Sounds.
Raging fires have put a significant twist on living in the midst of a pandemic....
South Bay Breweries and Gastropubs Open
SIP — Sip in Person (safely)....
My Favorite Corner of SF: Irving and 19th Avenue in the Sunset
A slice of everyday Asian American life that is also uniquely San Francisco....
California Wildfires — Where to Get the Live Updates
Stay informed about where the flames are spreading and what evacuations are taking place....
Turning My Techie Guilt Into Action
I want to use my privileges as a software engineer to actually make the world a better place....
First a Pandemic, Then a Massive Fire — These Chefs Can’t Catch a Break
2020 is a real treat....
The Weird Reality of Opening a Brand-New Restaurant in 2020
‘Honestly, we’re barely hanging in there’....
Ways to Take a Mental Health Day in San Francisco
Self-care is more important than ever....
An Illustrated Guide of San Francisco Architecture
Which one do you call home?...
Hunting for the Best Barbecue in the Bay Area
An essential guide to real-deal ribs, brisket, and other favorites....