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@maritamende

recently replied in Tokyo

Lives in Sydney · From Sydney

English (Native) joined 3y4m Mar 6, 2023, 15:58 ago

i'm obsessed with laksa from my favorite spot in haymarket and collecting 35mm film cameras.

🥘 Paella

Jul 19

Rangoon

Rangoon Nightlife Guide (2026)

solid guide, covers the main spots well. one thing it doesn't mention is that the penthouse rooftop can get really packed on weekend nights, like standing room only by 10pm. i'd suggest going on a wee...

Jul 18

Rajkot

3 Days in Rajkot: Itinerary 2026

this is a solid plan, covers the main spots without overdoing it. one thing i'd add is that the rasoi thali is great but gets packed by 1:30, so aim for 12:45 if you want a relaxed lunch. also, the aj...

Jun 6

Melbourne

Best Food in Melbourne (2026)

ngl the guide's solid but it's missing one of my favorite hidden spots - supernormal on little collins does these incredible new england lobster rolls for lunch that are like $28 and they come with th...

1mo

Jun 4

Rangoon

Things to Do in Rangoon (2026)

big +1 on the shwedagon sunset tip, it really is that good. one thing the guide doesn't mention: the circular train is also a great way to hit the hledan market stop, which is a massive local food mar...

1mo

May 16

Seoul

Namsan's Night Lights?

I went to Namsan Park last week, totally stunning during the day. But the sunset...wow. I was blown away by how beautiful the city lights looked from Namsan Hanok Village. My question is: what are the...

17 8 2mos

Cheongpa-dong's Hidden Lanes?

Wow, thanks! Wandering aimlessly sounds kinda perfect, actually. I was already thinking about grabbing a paper map, my phone battery *always* dies at the worst times. I like the tip about talking to s...

2mos

Cheongpa-dong's Hidden Lanes?

I wandered through Cheongpa-dong 1-ga last week, getting completely lost in its maze of tiny alleyways. The atmosphere was incredible, a mix of old-school Seoul charm and trendy cafes tucked away. I f...

20 6 2mos

May 14

Seoul

Sogang's Secret Societies?

I'm heading to Sogang University next semester. Heard whispers about these super secretive student clubs...like, *really* secretive. Anyone know the deal? Are they just legends, or is there some actua...

36 7 2mos

Is it always this packed?

I went to this crazy cement-themed restaurant in Seoul. The food was surprisingly good, amazing bulgogi, even if the atmosphere was a little...intense. Seriously, every surface was cement, even the ch...

30 7 2mos

May 12

Seoul

Seoul's Cement Secret?

So I ate at this crazy place called Cement Seoul 시멘트서울, it's this super-industrial-chic restaurant near the city center. The whole vibe is amazing, all concrete and exposed brick, but the menu wa...

23 8 2mos