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Adventure, leisure, and culinary excursions.

The World Is Our Oyster

Making meaningful connections and the most out of everyday.

My lens Your Enjoyment

Smile, laugh, live a little.

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Capturing Moments

As I share my life experiences through self-discovery and world travel.

Travel

Destinations, Must See’s & Do’s, Local Experiences: Off the Beaten Path, Vacation Planning Tips

Lifestyle

Long Distance Relationship, Staycations, Travel Accessories, Clothing & Products, Spas

Food

Culinary Excursions: Restaurants, Lounges, Tasting Menus, Desserts, Wine Pairing, Kitchen Adventures. I love Quinoa, Sushi, and Noodles.

About Asianmapleleaf

Canadian transplant in New York City and beyond.

Introduction

Quick Bio

I’m Barry and I am an avid world traveler living in New York but a Canadian at heart. This blog and Instagram has become a platform for me to share my experiences with you. I love to travel, eat, and am into fashion and fitness.

Greater Purpose

I’m on a journey of self-discovery and adventure, and I’m excited to see what the future holds. Follow me on all my adventures!

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  • I love exploring hotels when I travel I sometimes people
    22 hours ago by asianmapleleaf I love exploring hotels when I travel. I sometimes people watch in the lobby or just wander around to check out the amenities. The Shangri-La in Toronto was no exception - the lobby is beautiful, the food at Bosk (the restaurant with a great patio over looking the street) was amazing, and they even have a Birks beehive on the rooftop to make fresh honey!  #latergram   #toronto   #shangrilatoronto   #torontoeats   #torontofood   #hotel 
  • Back when we were having way too much fun taking
    6 days ago by asianmapleleaf Back when we were having way too much fun taking pictures in the beautiful lobby of the X Hotel in Toronto. It was such treat to be able to get away in you own home time especially since it felt like a resort with the rooftop pool and giant fitness center.  #latergram   #toronto   #hotel   @hotelxtoronto   #staycation   #libraryhotelcollection   #hotellobby 
  • The time we were caught sipping on our cocktails enjoying
    1 week ago by asianmapleleaf The time we were caught sipping on our cocktails enjoying the nice patio weather at the Ritz Carlton in Toronto! We also enjoyed their yummy chef tasting menu and wine pairing. Chef  @triverodaniele  paired the flavours together so perfectly. It was such a treat and a great way to start our Toronto weekend! I cannot wait to go back and try everything else on the menu!  #latergram   @ritzcarltontoronto   @tocatoronto   #toronto   #restaurant   #torontoeats   #torontofood   #foodporn   @teraj08   @chiefswaggerofficer 
  • Late post from Provincetown! Coastal dunes make up a third
    1 week ago by asianmapleleaf Late post from Provincetown! Coastal dunes make up a third of Cape Cod and was the perfect backdrop for some fun photos away from all the gay parties! Provincetown is a gay mecca so it was fitting I had my colourful pride sneakers from  @aldo_shoes ! I guess it can be pride month every month 🙂 I know pride month is generally in June, but are you planning to go to any other celebrations? ‍♂️Maybe I will see you there!! 🙂  #provincetown   #sandunes   #aldocrew   #pride   #rainbow   #sneakers   #pridegear   @teraj08 
  • Happy 4th from Provincetown!! Did you know the Mayflower with
    2 weeks ago by asianmapleleaf Happy 4th from Provincetown!! Did you know the Mayflower, with America’s first pilgrims, actually landed here first? ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Located just at the tip (hehe) of Cape Cod, it is a magical place filled with gay life! I didn’t know what to expect for my first trip but it far exceeded my expectations. It is sooooo cute with so much to offer! I cannot wait to come back!! Thank you  @stepdonn  for inviting us!  #provincetown   #4thofjuly   #america   #celebration   #forthofjuly   #capecod   @teraj08 
  • Pride to me isnt just about the parties but also
    3 weeks ago by asianmapleleaf Pride to me isn’t just about the parties but also giving back and supporting the community. This year I ran in the Pride and Remembrance Run in Toronto (and it was pouring.... wet t-shirt contest anyone?!? Lol). Anyway, when I was still living in Toronto, I use to volunteer on the board since I knew they raised funds for local lgbt charities. Now in NYC, I volunteer at SAGE and have a older gay friend who I visit regularly. How do you give back and what does Pride mean to you?  @priderunto   @sageusa   #toronto   #pride   #prideto   #priderun   #gaypride   #loveislove   #volunteer 
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Interests

Foodie
100%
Jetsetter
90%
Fitness & Health
90%
Spa Enthusiast
80%
Broadway & the Arts
85%
Romantic
100%

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My Pride Week in Toronto

Despite the rain and gloomy weather, hundreds of thousands…

26Jun

Celebrating Pride Month: Meet Citizen Jones Travel

This series of Q&A in celebration of Pride month…

24Jun

Celebrating Pride Month: Meet StreetStylePoser

I’m back with the last Q&A… for now. This…

22Jun

Celebrating Pride Month: Adam Monastero

I’m back with another fun Q&A. I hope you’ve enjoying…

20Jun

Testimonials from Client Collaborations

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“You nailed those shots… speaks so much about lifestyle…” – Mosaiqe watches

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“The blog post looks fantastic…” – James Winning, Director of Sales and Marketing at the Fairmont Dallas

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“It was such a pleasure to meet you. You have no idea how much we enjoyed having you staying with us. You are definitely a true Fairmont Ambassador! We are very lucky to be part of your Fairmont Journey!” – Valeria Jaguande, Fairmont Gold Manager at the Fairmont Dallas