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Adventure, leisure, and culinary excursions.

The World Is Our Oyster

Making meaningful connections and the most out of everyday.

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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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  • This was the year of embracing who I am and
    5 days ago by asianmapleleaf This was the year of embracing who I am and never ending Pride. Last weekend I was in Philly for OutFest, an annual event held in the gay village in association with National Coming Out Day. It may not be as glittery as some of the pride events I have been to this year but the message is super important. I remember the fear I had coming out to my parents. I was alone at home with them and wished I had someone there for support. Today, I am out and my parents are accepting but I am still working
  • This past weekend my family and I walked with my
    1 week ago by asianmapleleaf This past weekend my family and I walked with my nieces to raise money for the Canadian Cancer Society. Fortunately no one in my family had breast cancer but the fight for cancer is something close to me. My dad was diagnosed with lung 3 years ago right before I left Toronto for NYC. I am grateful that least the growth is pretty slow for now and he is still able to enjoy life. I often feel like I am not back often enough to visit and to help with all the doctor visits. This is one of the main
  • Some call it Canadas Downtown Others call it Toronto the
    2 weeks ago by asianmapleleaf Some call it Canada’s Downtown. Others call it Toronto the Good, Hogtown, T-dot or The Six. Toronto has many nicknames, but I just call it HOME! I currently live in NYC but I still find myself visiting Toronto every month... I seem to discover something new to do or see!  @teraj08  comes with me every few months and he absolutely loves it too - it’s like a 2nd home for us! This pic of us was taken onboard a sail boat we took out to the islands to enjoy the amazing city views. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Many of
  • I love seeing the country side on horseback theres
    2 weeks ago by asianmapleleaf I love seeing the country side on horseback - there’s something really calming and relaxing about it. I think it helps I had the nicest and most gentle horse of the pack. It was funny because he would be fine with all the other horses except for Teraj’s horse....The moment they were beside each other they would fight lol.  #latergram   #puntacana   #caribbean   #dominicanrepublic   #horsebackriding   #travel   @teraj08 
  • Foam party or giant bubble bath? Splashing around in the
    3 weeks ago by asianmapleleaf Foam party or giant bubble bath? Splashing around in the pool made me feel like a kid again. This was just one of the many daily activities they had for  @caribbeanpride ! It was exactly what I needed to unwind after a busy month and to prepare for another busy one coming up. Sun, pool and fruity drinks!  #caribbeanpride   @chicpuntacana   #caribbean   #puntacana   #dominicanrepublic   #foamparty   #poolparty   #gaypride 
  • The best part of traveling is being able to enjoy
    3 weeks ago by asianmapleleaf The best part of traveling is being able to enjoy the views with someone else... someone like  @teraj08  . Macao Beach in the Dominican Republic was super cute and beautiful... but, try to avoid the peddlers and the people who are literally putting animals (monkey, parrots, iguanas) on you for pictures.  #dominicanrepublic   #macaobeach   #puntacana   #caribbeanpride   #outtraveler   #beach 
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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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