Hello Internet, today's post is all about my trip to Taipei. In early July, I went to Taipei with my friends for 4 days. We didn't plan much, basically eat, eat and eat.
 After we arrive and put down all luggage in our airbnb, we went to 上引水產 (Addiction Aquatic Development). It is a place where they sell seafood and sushi, all the Japanese dishes. We ordered sushi, sashimi, cold noodle, tempura roll and belly pork.

Hi guys, can't believe June is over, and welcome to a new month! I'm currently in Hong Kong, having my one month of semester break. It is really hot this past few days, but it feel so good to be home and meeting friends and family. Back in Aussie, there are tons of sales and promotion in all shops, and my friend from HK was there to visit, so I did a little bit of shopping and tried out some new products. So I decided to start a new series of blog post, showing my monthly favourites (see whether I will continue every month lol).

1// Simple Moisturising Facial Wash
Skin care! I first heard of Simple from Youtube, some creators did a collab with them. And when I found Priceline was doing 50% off and I was running out of facial wash, I decided to try out Simple. I got mine in $5 only.

I really like how it is scentless and no any artificial smell, which avoid allergic reaction. The consistency is really smooth and easy to foam. If you are looking for so affordable and scentless skin care, check out Simple. 

2// Agnes b. bracelet
The other day I went shopping with my mum and we saw Agnes b. is on sale, up to 50% off! I picked up this minimal bracelet, with a "b" logo, a circular charm and a stone. I like how it's minimal with geometric design, which go with any outfits!
3// Superga sneaker
Another discount product! I have been wanting a pair of Superga for a while, to replace my converse. I spot this pair on sale for $50 (original $90) in Glue Store. Even though grey is not a colour I want, but I just can't resist of the reduction of price, and luckily I got the last pair of size 38!
It's really comfortable and go with many outfits. They do have many style and colours. If you are looking a new pair of causal sneaker, check out Superga.

4// H&M shoulder bag
I always try to avoid shopping in H&M. But whenever I shopped, it must be on sale. I have been looking for a small black shoulder bag. I found this one in H&M for only $10! And I am so happy I got this bag, which fit my wallet, keys, my phone...I literally non-stop using this bag since I got it. It just go with all outfit and so convenient to use.
It has two compartment, so I can fit a lot of stuff in it. The stripe can remove and use the bag as a clutch. You can dress up or dress down with this bag. I can't believe I got this for $10 only!
5// TV show
Holiday means watching drama and reality show! I got two favourite show this month. First one, Love in Trouble (奇怪的搭擋) by Ji Chang Wook and Nam Ji Hyeon. It is a crime, lawyer, comedy, romanic drama. In short, it is about a group of lawyer trying to find the killer. Each episode is exciting, yet funny, which makes me really addicted and dying to know who's the killer...even though the series haven't finish yet, I highly recommended and I mean, who doesn't like Ji Chang Wook!
The second show is a variety show called, New Journey to West, recommended by my friend. Basically, the show is a group of Korean comedian, actor, singer went to different city in China. They have different roles and rules to each role. They travelled and show us around and play games.
The show reveals lots of cool places and food in mainland, which make me really wanna visit there! I only watched season 3, and currently watching season 4. I really like the way they edit the show and the chemistry between the members! It is hilarious! In the latest season, they went to Vietnam instead and I really look forward to new episodes!!
I am going to Taiwan and Korean in July. Lots of shopping I expected. So I am thinking to do a haul later, maybe in my channel, showing all the things I bought in Aussie, HK, TW and KR! Exciting! Look forward to more blog posts and vlogs!

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cherry xoxo

Hello internet! It's been a while since I update, and semester is going to an end (one more week to go!), but school works are still killing me...to take a break from works, let's talk about life and food, as usual. I just had a presentation and a press conference yesterday, and it's totally a relief after all these project were done! And I just started a internship in GoCausal,  a WA based job seeking startup. I like how they let me work at home and very flexible and open up for suggestion. Definitely need more time to learn and self-taught, which I really love to!

Alright, enough life updates, time to move on to my main sharing - FOOD! This semester I did spend a lot of time (and money) on cafes, well, that's how I social and catch up with friends.

1// Morning After ★★★☆☆
They have lovely interior design with the green and white theme. It was too hot to try their coffee, but my coffee lover friend told me, their coffee is really good.

Cotechino, smoked corn, chorizo, chilli, fried eggs, yoghurt & fried torn bread (AU$19.5) ★★★☆☆
Egg Benedict with Smoked Salmon (AU$17) ★★★★☆

Morning After
Address: Cnr Vulture & Cambridge Street, West End
Instagram: ____morningafter
Website: http://www.morningafter.com.au/

2// The Jam Pantry ★★★★☆
I think most people in Brisbane heard about this cafe. The cafe was pack on that Saturday and we need to wait about 10 minutes. They have seasonal/ monthly menu, just check with the staff.

Nim Eggs (AU$17) ★★★★☆

Egg Benedict with Smoked Salmon (AU$16) ★★★★☆

The Jam Pantry 
Address: 2/575 Logan Road, Greenslopes
Instagram: thejampantry
Website: http://www.thejampantry.com.au/

3// Melt Brothers ★★★★☆
So this is not the typical cafe, but since I saw their photo on Instagram, I have to try it. Melt Brothers is recommended in multiple foodie blog/websites, with their cheesy hot toastie. And as they locate in CBD, it is so convenient for working people to grab their breakfast or lunch. It's a little pricey for sandwich as you can probably buy the ingredients and make at home LOL.


M.C. Cheesy - macaroni & bacon (AU$12.5) ★★★★☆

Morning Glory - egg & bacon (AU$8.5) ★★★☆☆

Melt Brothers
Address: 1/88 Creek Street, CBD
Instagram: meltbrothers
Website: http://meltbrothers.com.au/

4// The Yiro Shop ★★★☆☆
Craving for Greek food? There are fast and delicious yiros just around the corner in CBD and Southbank. I tried Greek food back in Melbourne, since then I really wanna eat yiros again. But, it was not as good as the Melbourne one...

Chicken Yiro with chips (AU$11.8) ★★★☆☆

👌🏼🇬🇷 Tuesdays are the best days... $10 Yiros inc a can of drink for TIGHT GREEK TUESDAY! BNE CITY / Avail all day til close TWEED / VALLEY / SOUTHBANK / CANNON HILL / Avail 3pm til close 📷 @cherrylam21 #theyirosshop #Yiros #tighttuesday #tightgreektuesdays #tuesday #brisbane

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My photo was featured in their Instagram!

The Yiro Shop
Address: 2/120 Edward Street, CBD
Instagram: theyirosshop
Website: http://www.theyirosshop.com.au/

5// Corner Stone Cafe ★★★☆☆
This cafe is 10 minutes walk away from my church, so me and my friends checked it out fews weeks ago after church. Since there's not a lot of cafes in Toowong and many students stay in Toowong, I think they are pretty neighbourhood friendly, despite the flies.

Smashed Avocado 2 Ways (AU$18.5) ★★★★☆

Corner Store Cafe
Address: 114 Sylvan Road, Toowong
Instagram: cornerstorecafe
Website: http://www.cornerstorecafe.com/

Hello there, long time no see! Autumn is finally here in Australia! In the last Easter break, I had a full schedule and amazing holiday in Brisbane. And I turned 21! Not really sure what does this mean to me, but I definitely had a blessed birthday.

On Easter Saturday, me and my friends went to The Longan Farm in Narangba, which is about 50 minutes North from the Brisbane. It is not a long distance from Brisbane, which is a huge plus on this farm. It only opens from 9am to 3pm in selected weekends in March and April.
Since it is a special free entry day, we just have to pay the deposit for the cutter, that we can get it back when you return it. After we took the plastic bag and cutter, the staff brought us into the farm and gave a short instruction. Now, we are all ready to pick the longan!
The farm is not huge but longan trees are covered all over the hill and each tree is full of big, round golden longans. I never see such big longan in my life! One best thing about this farm is you can eat the longans as many as you want while you are picking. I did not expect to pick a lot of longans home, but after I tried the first one, I just can't stop picking and put it in my mouth!

The Longan Farm
Address: Cnr Roberts & Raynbird Road Narangba, Brisbane, QLD 4504
Email: Thelonganfarm@bigpond.com.au
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thelonganfarm

After the weekend, that I attended two baptisms, me and my friends went picnic in Southbank. I made banana bread and brought some of the longans to share. My friends made salad, chicken wings, brownie, sushi rolls...it was such a chill afternoon, with awesome weather!

The main event of the break was Easter Camp from my uni youth fellowship in Mount Tamborine. It was my third time joining and this year theme is 'Go Forth', where we studied the book of Colossians. We also had Boy Girl Relation workshop, such a interesting and important remainder of all single ladies. Thank God for providing, that I could finish leading all worships and giving us awesome weather. Good food, good friends, good fellowship. At the last night, everyone surprised me with a cake and birthday songs. Even though I look calm and not surprised, I truly thankful and felt blessed.

Watch my Easter/birthday vlog:

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cherry xoxo

Hi guys! I am back with another post about my internship experience in Casetify. I had been working as a full time social media marketing intern from Nov to Feb. It seems so long but time flies and I can't believe it ended last week! After 3 months, I learnt so much about marketing and social media, as well as workplace and interview hacks, which I really wanna share the tips to help all the students out there to get an internship.

How I apply the internship
What I heard is you have to apply at least one month in advance, so I applied all internships in late Sep (I wanna start in early Nov). You can find so many internship positions online. If you love a particular brand, always check their career page, which usually linked in the bottom of their website. Apply those companies that developed an internship program will increase your chance to get in. They provide more resources on intern and you will learn so much more. Take Casetify as an example, since it is a start-up, the whole marketing team is form by interns. As they have limited budget, we were asked to work as full-time but paid as intern.

I sent 4 application in total, and I got 2 companies replied me! In my emails, I included my CV, cover letter and all social media links. Depends on the position I am applying, I modified my CV and cover letter. Cover letter is a document where I introduce myself, explain why I want this internship and my previous working experience. Make sure your letter is in a separate attachment, not compose inside the email!

It is so important to tailor your application for each company!! For example, in my graphic design intern application, I emphasise I took design course in uni before even though I am not major in design. I also included my (unprofessional) portfolio, which I emphasise I did a lot of infographic and poster design. (ps the company end up hire me because they want someone to do infographic!) For marketing intern, I emphasise I did professional writing course and media courses. Although I never did business before, I involved in a lot of group projects and team work experience.
How I prepare for the interviews
I received a first round Skype interview from Casetify. I basically google the sample questions and wrote down the answers, and practice before the interview. This interview was get to know me and share my career plans etc. In the second round, I was asked to prepare for 3 questions based on the companies' social media and marketing strategy. Since I don't have any marketing background, I showed my passion in social media and KOL industry!

For internship interview, employer focus more on your attitude, rather than your actual skills or academic. They see your preparation and attitude during the interview. You need to share your passion and willingness to learn, and most importantly show that you prepared for the interview! Bring your notebook or laptop to present your answers. If there's no question you can prepare, bring pens and notebook to mark down anything. You may also bring your CV, but make sure it's enough for all interviewers (2 copies is safe!) Prepare 1-2 questions to ask the interviewer! Ask anything about the company or the industry.

Don't over dress to the interview! For start-up or media companies, just wear causal but smart and neat. Still, avoid wearing too causal, like flip flop and hats. Unless you are going for banks or business related companies, wear more formal instead. If you are not sure what to wear, always google or ask your friends and family!
How I get ready for the first day
First impression is so important! Arrive the office at least 10 mins before. Bring everything you required to bring, laptop, notebook, pen...show your boss you are ready to work! Smile and be friendly. Be aware your expression and what you are saying. Be respectful and polite is the key! Especially to full times. Prepare a short self introduction and a fun fact, that make conversation easier to start.

What I learnt from the internship
I think my take away from this internship is learn a lot about the social media marketing and the industry. I learnt how influencers make money from social media and how more and more companies advertise their products through social media. By talking to the full times and other interns, they showed me the real situation of this industry in HK. Speaking of workplace hacks, remember you are just intern...be open to learn and careful to details. Always ask SMART questions. Bosses only ask smart people to help them and give you more opportunities. Everyone hate flatterer, don't be one of them. Show respect to your boss at the right timing.

I highly recommend all students to get an internship before graduation. Not about polishing your CV or money, but the working experience, which make you different from other graduates. There are so many uni graduates every semester, no matter top uni or local uni, you need to make yourself stand-out from others! I hope these tips can motivate you and help you get your dream intern. If you have any question or experience, comment below!

SEE YOU,
cherry xoxo

Hey 2017, I have been procrastinating since day one. Finally, I decided to update the blog.

January flies pass so fast, that I can't imagine February is coming. I upload a video while ago throwing back my 2nd year of uni, and I'm gonna enter my third year next month! I realise that I had been doing "My 201x" post since 2014, so I told myself that I need to do one this year. So here I am, telling you my 2016.

If 2014 is the year of changing, 2015 is the year of realising, 2016 is definitely a year of growing.

Both mentally and spiritually. (Of course physically)

2015 I spent so much time thinking of life, friends and family, since uni kinda open up my mind. And after all the changes I had, I realised how different I thought I am and I really am. Last year, after knowing myself better, I guess I developed a maturer mind set. I treasure my friends and family even more, getting more serious on the relationship with them. I enjoy my self-time more and more. Being alone is a refreshing feeling everyone should have. There's one saying "the longest relationship you have in life, is the relationship between you and yourself." If you always surround with people, you let them entertain you, let their words shape you and let their thoughts become your thoughts. I'm not saying listening from others is bad, but we need to know our own thoughts. Sometimes, I learn so much more when I quiet myself, avoid all the noise, and let my thoughts sink. It makes things 10 times clearer and easier. I guess we all get used to surround with friends as young people. But hey, it's ok to be lonely.

This changing of perspective really helps me do my quiet time and spiritual growth. I enjoy my self-time because I know happiness is not seeking from people, but God. And that's why I grow even more in 2016, knowing the ultimate joy is my faith. Nothing on Earth can bring me this real eternal joy that come from God. And I guess that's why I came to decide to get baptise in 2016, even though I'm overseas. In 21 August, I was baptised! I can't felt more thankful and happy that my parents and friends in Aus can witness my growth and faith. God's provides are really sufficient and great!

In 2016, I'm so thankful to be able to travel so much. Singapore and Malaysia, Melbourne, Adelaide and Japan, you all so lovely!
I can't wait to see what will happen in 2017, the final year of uni (hopefully). I'm praying it will be another fruitful year.
Hey future me, I hope 2017 will make you knowing what you really wanna do after graduate and enjoy every moment in uni. My little goals in 2017 is learn more about coding, stay in a healthier life style, and of course get a job I like after graduate.

Bye 2016,
Hello 2017.

Watch my latest video:

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cherry xoxo

Happy November! Can’t believe 2016 is almost over. When everyone is working on their assignments and exams, I am back to HK for a 4 months holiday! Back to late September, me and my friends visited Melbourne for 5 days. The first time I visited Melbourne was over 10 years ago, and I barely remember the trip, so I was really excited. I will try link everything (cafes, places) below, hope it can help you plan your trip.
Day One
After a 2.5 hours flight from Brisbane, we arrived Melbourne in a rainy chilly day. We then head to city, where our hotel is, by Sky Bus ($19 each). After checked-in and put down our luggages, the rain stopped (thanks God!) and we went out to explore the city. The Melbourne city is full of restaurants, cafes and art. We were too hungry and cold, so we went to Manchester Press recommended by a friend. Their beagles are amazing! We ordered bacon, maple & banana (top), smoked salmon lox (bottom) and a cup of hot mocha latte. The really like the sweet banana one, it is so goooood.
It was too cold (compare to BNE), because of the rain, so we went in the State Library of Victoria. I saw a lot of photo on Instagram in this Library. It remains the vintage architecture style, with the white wall and wooden floor. Running Man actually filmed here 3 years ago when they had the Australia episodes. I am amused by numbers of people that actually studying in there. There were so many tourists and they could still manage to focus and study in there.
Then we walk across to the other side of the city, near Flinders Station. We spent almost 2 hours in Hoiser Lane, where all the wall are covered by graffiti. Even though the sun was going down, the lane was still crowded. I guess people enjoy taking photos for Instagram haha.
Day Two
We took an hour train from Flinders Street station to Belgrave for Puffing Billy. Puffing Billy is a coal fuel train which is 100 years old and still function today. We didn’t book the ticket in advanced and didn’t go there earlier to get tickets. Luckily, my Melbourne friends arrived there at 9 and they helped us bought the last tickets for 11:30am train to Menzie Creek Station. (Lucky us!)
Most people took the train until Lakeside for more scenery. But it took almost 3 hours to return, so we decided to just stop at Menzie Creek, which only took 30 minutes to travel so we could continue visit other spot around Belgrave. The special thing about Puffing Billy is passengers can sit on the side of the train and put their legs outside the train. It is recommended to sit on the right side for better view. Right after we arrive Menzie Creek, we have to run to the other platform to take the return train back. 
Overall, I will recommend just travel to Menzie Creek Station, if you only wanna experience the train ride or you are not interested to scenery. It is quite tiring to sit in the train for 1.5 hours with the wind. Also, according to my friends, the scenery along Menzie Creek to Lakeside is not special. Although there are nothing to see in Menzie Creek, the ticket price is so much cheaper. One hour is very enough to sit aside the train to take photos and experience Puffing Billy.

Day Three
We went to the Queen Victoria Market for breakfast. It is a market with grocery, food and souvenirs. We tried jam doughnut from American Doughnut Kitchens, which is pretty good. I like how this area is full of arty stores, coffee shop and street music! 
 

Then I went to meet my another two friends in Fitzroy, an arty vintage suburb near CBD. We had an afternoon tea in Addict Food & Coffee. Left: Potato Hash Bottom: Chocolate Fondant Pancake Right: Sweet and Savoury Breakfast

We were crazy about second-hand clothing/ thrifting suddenly for some reason, so we basically went into every single vintage boutique lol.

Day Four
Last full day in Melbourne is a day trip to Great Ocean Road. We joined a Chinese day tour, which brought us to Port Cambell National Park to see Loch Ard Gorge and The Twelve Apostles.
It would be so much better to drive there than day tour. The coach trip is bad, my friend did throw up a bit and I felt ill as well. But it felt so good to see sea stacks out of textbook and the beautiful scenery in real life! We returned Melbourne by 9pm.

Day Five
So the last day we visited a art market in Fitzroy, called Rose Street Market. It's not big but a lot to see! All the booth sold really unique handmade products, like jewellery,  drawings and cloth crafts.
We failed to try the Lune Croissants so we went to a cafe called Industry Beans.
Hope this post attracted you to visit Melbourne. I'll definitely visit this city again!
Watch my Melbourne vlog:

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cherry xoxo