As a harbinger of Spring, tulips are often celebrated in various places around the world to signify the changing of the seasons. In the Netherlands and other locales with Dutch history (including Australia and New Zealand), Tulip Festivals are held during this time to showcase these beautiful and colorful blossoms. The tulips are often displayed…
Author: Krista
An Encore Performance of Big Easy Busking
Disclaimer: This review is both a modified version and an expanded upon revisit to a Kickstarter preview I originally wrote for The Geek Girl Project titled “Big Easy Busking: A Nightly Battle of the Bands.” It has been edited to include new photographs of the finished product, my thoughts after owning it for several years…
Dancing Our Way Into The Year of the Ox With Dragon Parade
Representing power, wealth, and wisdom, the dragon is a very prevalent symbol in Chinese culture. The Dragon Dance is commonly performed during festivals and celebrations and is believed to scare away evil spirits and the bad luck associated with them, ushering in good luck and wealth instead. During the dance, a team carries the colorful…
Join the Celebration: Feasting on Shrimp Gumbo for Mardi Gras!
Growing up, we had this recipe a lot – usually whenever we went to visit my grandmother (a.k.a. “MorMor”) in the D.C. area – and it is one of my favorites whenever I am a little homesick or, like now, when it is Carnival season! Mardi Gras, or Fat Tuesday, is next week so I’m…
Why Settle for Traditional Dumplings On Chinese New Year When You Can Enjoy Crazy (Or Geeky) Ones?
Though it has only been a little over a month since we welcomed 2021 with the solar calendar, it is time to begin the year 4719 on the lunar calendar this weekend with the 15-day long Spring Festival known as Chinese/Lunar New Year! Festivities will begin on February 12th and run until February 26th. As…
Mapping Your Way in Cartographers: A Roll Player Tale
Stepping deeper into the Roll Player universe, players will take on the role of mapmakers competing for reputation and Queen Gimnax’s favor in Cartographers: A Roll Player Tale. The Queen has decreed that the territories north of the Kingdom of Nalos are to be retaken and has issued declarations regarding which lands she desires. Players…