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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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  • Spending the weekend in Miami visiting teraj08 family It is
    3 days ago by asianmapleleaf Spending the weekend in Miami visiting  @teraj08  family. It is fast becoming my third home after NYC and Toronto. It is always nice to get some sunshine and to see some palm trees... never gets old. How was your weekend?!  #miami   #miamibeach   #southbeach   #allsmiles   #weekendgetaway   #outtraveler   @teraj08 
  • I have been so busy at work recently I can
    2 weeks ago by asianmapleleaf I have been so busy at work recently, I can only daydream about vacationing and jumping for joy! If only I can travel full time ( #goals ). That said, I am super grateful for all the travel I can do and all the places I have seen. What are you grateful and jumping for joy for today?  #latergram   #lasvegas   #redrockcanyon   #hiking   #naturalbeauty   #naturephotography   #vacation   @bb_to 
  • Life is only a reflection of what we allow ourselves
    4 weeks ago by asianmapleleaf “Life is only a reflection of what we allow ourselves to see” ... what lens are you seeing life through? Lens of joy? Love? Anger? I am the first to admit I am my own worst critic. I often limit myself with thoughts of not being enough. That said, I am learning to embracing my imperfections... all the while traveling the world and taking pictures (sometimes without a shirt) lol.  #tbt   #latergram   #barbados   #sunshine   #outtraveler   #motivationalquotes   @teraj08 
  • Junk or art? The Philadelphia Magic Garden is created by
    1 month ago by asianmapleleaf Junk or art? The Philadelphia Magic Garden is created by mosaic artist Isaiah Zagar and is made up of everything from kitchen tiles to bike wheels!  #latergram   @visitphilly   #visitphilly   #philly   #philadelphiamagicgardens   #lgbttravel   #art   #mosiac   @teraj08 
  • This was the year of embracing who I am and
    1 month 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 month 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
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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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