Month: September 2022

  • Lessons From My First Month in University

    September has ended (cue Green Day) and by now most students have developed… some feelings (likely mixed) about their university experience, as well as some important insights. I’m putting mine to virtual paper to record them for myself as well as anyone else who may benefit from them :), please leave a comment if you have…

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  • Chicko Chicken Review (Korean Fried Chicken)

    Is Korean Fried Chicken as good as it sounds? Chicko Chicken is a popular Korean Fried Chicken chain in BC that recently opened its first Calgary location in Harvest Hills (next to T&T Supermarket). This location definitely has more of a take-out vibe with enough seating for only about 2-3 groups of people. I ordered…

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  • Barcelona Tavern on Stephen Avenue

    While looking for tapas in Calgary on a whim, I happened upon Barcelona Tavern; a Spanish-inspired restaurant that serves Paella and other Mediterranean meals. Located on Stephen Avenue, its prominent sign and bull logo draws you in. Inside is a large space with many televisions showing sports events and modern bar/restaurant decor. I didn’t end up…

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  • My Move-In Week

    Welcome to my blog! I’ve officially spent my first week at UCalgary (move-in week, which is the week before classes start) and it’s been my first taste of residence and residence food. Move-in day (Sunday) was the most nerve-wracking this week. There were many cars lining up for keys/Unicard pick-up (many cars getting lost as…

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