PHOEBE WOOFTER
Phoebe Woofter is a lifestyle writer at The Millennial Source.
Phoebe is originally from Portland, United States.
Red Hare Analytics CEO Anson Kwok says it’s time to prepare to enter the NFT market
NFT analytics company Red Hare is launching Asia’s first non-fungible token (NFT) index, which tracks the most-notable NFT projects. Public...
How Hong Kong’s Blue Lotus Gallery is exploring the city’s cultural identity
Founded in 2007, Blue Lotus Gallery explores Hong Kong’s cultural identity through photography. The gallery has also orchestrated the debut...
Entrepreneur, activist and creator Kayla Wong on the LGBTQ+ scene in Hong Kong
From slow fashion to LGBTQ+ activism, Kayla Wong's projects aren't in short supply. Wong runs an ethical fashion brand called...
Artist Jana Benitez on art, emotion and connection in the human experience
Born and raised in New York City, Filipino-American artist Jana Benitez seeks avenues of exploring intangible concepts and emotions ever-present...
Hong Kong Dog Rescue’s mission to save shelter dogs across the city
Founded in 2003, Hong Kong Dog Rescue dedicates its resources to saving dogs and puppies from the Hong Kong Government’s...
Meet Live Zero, Hong Kong’s first zero waste bulk store
Live Zero, Hong Kong's first zero waste bulk store, provides a plethora of package-free, natural and organic brands perfect for...
World-class fashion photographer Frederic Auerbach talks to us about his journey into NFTs
As the realm of NFTs extends beyond the fringes of digital art, lauded artists like fashion photographer Frederic Auerbach are...
Meet CHOMP, an app tackling food waste in Hong Kong
Reducing food waste in the food and beverage industry is an important part of improving sustainability. That’s why CHOMP, an...
“Getting Over Max Cooper” with author Marcelle Karp
Fans of young adult beach reads are in for a treat this spring. Marcelle Karp’s “Getting Over Max Cooper,” a...
Aura Blockchain Consortium partners with Hennessy for sustainability, transparency and traceability
Aura Blockchain Consortium recently integrated Hennessy, a bestselling French cognac distiller, into its tech platform designed for high-end brands, making...
Beverage brands with wellness benefits are on the rise. Here are 4 to check out
From coffee and tea to energy drinks and soda, we love our beverages. But many of our preferred drinks can...
The best coffee shops in San Diego to work or study
If you’re seeking a cute coffee shop in San Diego to study in or get some work done, then your...
Why sexual wellness is trending in 2022
Sexual wellness is starting to lose its shock factor. Once a widely taboo topic, intimacy no longer lives behind closed...
Your guide to buying longboard skateboards in California
If you scroll through your social media feed ogling the grace and speed of California longboarders, then you’ll want to...
Where to find CBD-infused drinks in Los Angeles
With the deregulation and destigmatization of cannabis throughout the United States, many Angelenos have begun to experiment with cannabidiol or...
Where to buy flowers in San Diego
Whether you’re looking for a cute boutique that stocks fresh flowers or a florist that arranges alluring bouquets, flowers in...
4 experts weigh in on the rise of sober dating
Sober dating or “dry dating'' (dating without alcohol) snuck onto the list of pandemic trends as a result of more...
Here are the 4 best cities for runners in the US
Out of thousands of places in the United States, what makes four of them the best cities for runners? For...
San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance adds Wildlife Explorers Basecamp for interactive education
From prairie dogs and orb-weaver spiders to axolotls and coconut crabs, residents of the San Diego Zoo have begun to...
Meet Southpaw Board Co. – the skateboard designer combining classic cool and modern minimalism
Stone speaks about the attitude toward skateboarding in Georgia like a remake of “Footloose.” “I’ve always been fascinated by the...
Valentine’s Day gifts under US$50 for you and your loved one
After a typical bank-breaking holiday season, pricey Valentine’s Day gifts may not be at the forefront of your mind or...
How to plan the perfect Valentine’s Day picnic
Planning the perfect Valentine’s Day picnic doesn’t have to cause you anxiety. The French do it best (and arguably cheapest),...
Meet Blackhawk Network, the company leading the way for branded payments
Branded payments play a swiftly-expanding and ever-evolving role in the world of fintech, and Blackhawk Network is at the forefront....
Artist Lucas Zanotto presents his first solo exhibition, “MOODS”
Award-winning artist, director and founder of childrens’ content company YATATOY Lucas Zanotto brought his playful geometric creatures to life in...
San Diego’s best 24-hour eats and late-night food spots
We all get those midnight cravings, but most restaurants and cafes close down well before you and your friends drive...
Struggling to stick to your New Year’s resolutions? Find a mentor or mentee
As Thornton began to write a practical guide to mentoring, he had an epiphany. “I got working on and realized...
Date night ideas in Hong Kong
Hong Kong dances with lights emanating from too many things to do, especially for couples seeking date night ideas. Planning...
A look at Campo Marzio’s vision to functional luxury for the “young executive”
World-renowned Italian company Campo Marzio believes that luxury shouldn’t compromise functionality. They stand by the belief that the stylish deserve...
Where to find the best waffles in San Diego
San Diego’s brunch obsession guarantees several spots to gobble down some amazing waffles. Maybe Southern California’s jewel isn’t known for...
21 movies you can’t miss before the 2022 Oscars
Get ready for the Oscars 2022, movie buffs! The list of films you cannot skip before this year’s Academy Awards...
Red Hare Analytics CEO Anson Kwok says it’s time to prepare to enter the NFT market
NFT analytics company Red Hare is launching Asia’s first non-fungible token (NFT) index, which tracks the most-notable NFT projects. Public...
How Hong Kong’s Blue Lotus Gallery is exploring the city’s cultural identity
Founded in 2007, Blue Lotus Gallery explores Hong Kong’s cultural identity through photography. The gallery has also orchestrated the debut...
Entrepreneur, activist and creator Kayla Wong on the LGBTQ+ scene in Hong Kong
From slow fashion to LGBTQ+ activism, Kayla Wong's projects aren't in short supply. Wong runs an ethical fashion brand called...
Artist Jana Benitez on art, emotion and connection in the human experience
Born and raised in New York City, Filipino-American artist Jana Benitez seeks avenues of exploring intangible concepts and emotions ever-present...
Hong Kong Dog Rescue’s mission to save shelter dogs across the city
Founded in 2003, Hong Kong Dog Rescue dedicates its resources to saving dogs and puppies from the Hong Kong Government’s...
Meet Live Zero, Hong Kong’s first zero waste bulk store
Live Zero, Hong Kong's first zero waste bulk store, provides a plethora of package-free, natural and organic brands perfect for...
World-class fashion photographer Frederic Auerbach talks to us about his journey into NFTs
As the realm of NFTs extends beyond the fringes of digital art, lauded artists like fashion photographer Frederic Auerbach are...
Meet CHOMP, an app tackling food waste in Hong Kong
Reducing food waste in the food and beverage industry is an important part of improving sustainability. That’s why CHOMP, an...
“Getting Over Max Cooper” with author Marcelle Karp
Fans of young adult beach reads are in for a treat this spring. Marcelle Karp’s “Getting Over Max Cooper,” a...
Aura Blockchain Consortium partners with Hennessy for sustainability, transparency and traceability
Aura Blockchain Consortium recently integrated Hennessy, a bestselling French cognac distiller, into its tech platform designed for high-end brands, making...
Beverage brands with wellness benefits are on the rise. Here are 4 to check out
From coffee and tea to energy drinks and soda, we love our beverages. But many of our preferred drinks can...
The best coffee shops in San Diego to work or study
If you’re seeking a cute coffee shop in San Diego to study in or get some work done, then your...
Why sexual wellness is trending in 2022
Sexual wellness is starting to lose its shock factor. Once a widely taboo topic, intimacy no longer lives behind closed...
Your guide to buying longboard skateboards in California
If you scroll through your social media feed ogling the grace and speed of California longboarders, then you’ll want to...
Where to find CBD-infused drinks in Los Angeles
With the deregulation and destigmatization of cannabis throughout the United States, many Angelenos have begun to experiment with cannabidiol or...
Where to buy flowers in San Diego
Whether you’re looking for a cute boutique that stocks fresh flowers or a florist that arranges alluring bouquets, flowers in...
4 experts weigh in on the rise of sober dating
Sober dating or “dry dating'' (dating without alcohol) snuck onto the list of pandemic trends as a result of more...
Here are the 4 best cities for runners in the US
Out of thousands of places in the United States, what makes four of them the best cities for runners? For...
San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance adds Wildlife Explorers Basecamp for interactive education
From prairie dogs and orb-weaver spiders to axolotls and coconut crabs, residents of the San Diego Zoo have begun to...
Meet Southpaw Board Co. – the skateboard designer combining classic cool and modern minimalism
Stone speaks about the attitude toward skateboarding in Georgia like a remake of “Footloose.” “I’ve always been fascinated by the...
Valentine’s Day gifts under US$50 for you and your loved one
After a typical bank-breaking holiday season, pricey Valentine’s Day gifts may not be at the forefront of your mind or...
How to plan the perfect Valentine’s Day picnic
Planning the perfect Valentine’s Day picnic doesn’t have to cause you anxiety. The French do it best (and arguably cheapest),...
Meet Blackhawk Network, the company leading the way for branded payments
Branded payments play a swiftly-expanding and ever-evolving role in the world of fintech, and Blackhawk Network is at the forefront....
Artist Lucas Zanotto presents his first solo exhibition, “MOODS”
Award-winning artist, director and founder of childrens’ content company YATATOY Lucas Zanotto brought his playful geometric creatures to life in...
San Diego’s best 24-hour eats and late-night food spots
We all get those midnight cravings, but most restaurants and cafes close down well before you and your friends drive...
Struggling to stick to your New Year’s resolutions? Find a mentor or mentee
As Thornton began to write a practical guide to mentoring, he had an epiphany. “I got working on and realized...
Date night ideas in Hong Kong
Hong Kong dances with lights emanating from too many things to do, especially for couples seeking date night ideas. Planning...
A look at Campo Marzio’s vision to functional luxury for the “young executive”
World-renowned Italian company Campo Marzio believes that luxury shouldn’t compromise functionality. They stand by the belief that the stylish deserve...
Where to find the best waffles in San Diego
San Diego’s brunch obsession guarantees several spots to gobble down some amazing waffles. Maybe Southern California’s jewel isn’t known for...
21 movies you can’t miss before the 2022 Oscars
Get ready for the Oscars 2022, movie buffs! The list of films you cannot skip before this year’s Academy Awards...
Some of the best Indian restaurants in Hong Kong
If you’re looking to curb your curry craving at one of the best Indian restaurants in Hong Kong, keep reading....
Hong Kong-based Artists A.A. Murakami explore our future through “unnatural phenomena”
Artists A.A. Murakami (Alexander Groves and Azusa Murakami) explore our relationship to the environment through their current Hong Kong exhibit....
The 9 best restaurants in San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter
San Diego's historic Gaslamp Quarter thrums with energy. Unmissable restaurants have swarmed the small neighborhood, and its nightlife draws quite...
7 tips to finding running motivation in the wintertime
The icy temperatures and darkness of winter have returned to irk runners and destroyed their running motivation. Your alarm blares...
9 Christmas books to help you find your holiday spirit
Christmas books for all ages abound. It’s the time of year when families tell stories around a fire, maybe even...
How can Hong Kong’s Pale Ink, a sugar-free coffee liqueur, echo the global turmoil of the past two years?
Kit and Joseph Cheung birthed the idea of Perfume Trees Gin over a bottle and a drunken conversation. “I am...
A list of diverse Christmas movies to check out this year
Although the film industry has steadily improved representation on and behind the screen, some audiences have a challenging time finding...
5 festive winter date ideas in San Diego
If you’re stuck in SoCal and feel left out of the winter fun, check out these winter date ideas in...
Could US-China tensions and omicron derail the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics?
With the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics only two months away, international politics and the pandemic pose problems for the event....
Shop small with these clean aromatherapy brands
Shop small this Christmas (and anytime, really) and opt for clean aromatherapy options over big box brands. Many small aromatherapy...
Voices: Are you embarrassed by your Spotify Wrapped 2021? You’re not alone
Embarrassed by your Spotify Wrapped 2021? Time to join the club. We love to brag about our taste in music,...
Here’s what you need to kickstart a zero-waste lifestyle
With landfills close to capacity and climate change having devastating effects on marginalized communities, making the jump to a zero-waste...
Ride better with boutique snowboard brand Moonchild Snowboards
Set aside your Burton, Arbor or other big-name brand board; Moonchild Snowboards offer experimental designs that push boundaries for a...
Try these home hacks to make your home green, clean and beautiful
If you regularly scour the internet for home hacks, organization tips or design hacks to help make your space green,...
Celebrate this November with Native American literature
What better way to ring in November than adding some Native American literature to your reading list? November is Native...
Follow these tips to overcome loneliness during the holidays
Loneliness during the holidays can affect anyone. ‘Tis the season to be jolly, which sometimes exacerbates existing mental health conditions....
Did the 2021 film adaptation of “Dune” miss the mark?
Denis Villeneuve’s 2021 film adaptation of “Dune” has garnered approval from the majority. But despite Hans Zimmer’s dramatic score, the...
Check out our guide to skate skiing for beginners
Are you thinking of trying your hand at skate skiing this year instead of hitting the traditional slopes? Ski season...
Make your holidays DIY by Christmas decorating on a budget
With product shortages threatening to derail many holiday traditions, including gift-giving and holiday decorating, you might need to consider Christmas...
Prepare for the holiday season amid the global supply chain shortage
Given the commercialized nature of the holiday season, many have begun to wonder how gift-giving will unfold amid unprecedented goods...
Aria’s Chef Angelo Vecchio exposes Hong Kong to Italian biodiversity
Hong Kong Italian restaurant Aria has a new chef, Angelo Vecchio, who is on a quest to expose locals to...
Voices: What’s the fuss about “Dune?” A guide to the inspiration for “Star Wars”
For as long as I can remember, “Dune” has consistently ranked as the No. 1 fiction bestseller at Powell’s City...
Indie bookstores aren’t dying – in fact, the internet might be saving them
Contrary to popular belief, indie stores aren’t dying. In fact, their perceived executioner – the internet – might be saving...
Jeanne Lim’s beingAI seeks well-intentioned humans to interact with virtual AI characters
Creators of science fiction narratives in books, movies and television often depict artificial intelligence (AI) as a threat to human...
Why are people leaving the workforce, creating a labor shortage?
The question of the hour: why is our economy suffering from a labor shortage amid social and economic unrest? When...
Keeping your space green in winter with indoor winter plants
With the weather turning cold, avid gardeners and outdoor adventurers can turn to indoor winter plants for greenery. Keeping your...
What does our love of the human and monster romance reveal about our sexuality?
Humans crave media in which one of us falls in love with a monster – aka the monster romance. The...
Eat your heart out at some of the best Italian restaurants in Hong Kong
Where else can you best satisfy your craving for garlic, tomatoes, pasta and fresh herbs than at some of the...
Meet ZeroYet100, a sustainable beauty product brand in Hong Kong
What started as a conscious venture to fill the market demand for sustainable, all-natural deodorant options has birthed Hong Kong’s...
Meet Judit Giró Benet, founder of The Blue Box, an AI device that screens for breast cancer at home
Judit Giró Benet’s biomedical device The Blue Box is making an empowering and accessible contribution to the future of medicine....
Check out some of these restaurants in Central, Hong Kong
Foodies with cash to burn flock to the best restaurants in Central for amazing eats and hopefully a view of...
Celeste Headlee speaks on how race impacts your experience in the workplace
How does your race impact your experience in the workforce, pre-pandemic and during? Sloppily written signs hang in the windows...
How documentary “reFashioned” is taking on fashion waste in Hong Kong
Joanna Bowers’ film “reFashioned” follows three innovative entrepreneurs taking on the fashion industry’s waste production in Hong Kong. With landfills...
Meet these Hong Kong plant-based and organic boutique tea brands
Finding organic and ethically sourced tea brands can prove challenging in a city where you could pass over a hundred...
Sip a cocktail alfresco at the best rooftop bars in Hong Kong
Come sip a cocktail alfresco at the best rooftop bars in Hong Kong and enjoy the jaw-dropping skyline. The infinite...
Meet African Dream Foods, the small business fighting for wildlife conservation
David Schmunk’s small business, African Dream Foods, fights for wildlife conservation while also sharing authentic African cuisine through their line...
Voices: Is the deadly duo of “Killing Eve” an example of toxicity in queer relationships?
Queer women ache to have a wise lesbian with silver hair and wrinkles swan into our lives and tell us...
Treat your sweet tooth with the best desserts San Diego has to offer
The best desserts San Diego has to offer pop up in strip malls, along avenues crammed with boutiques and on...
Make plans with these fall date ideas in Southern California
The crumble of leaves underfoot and the tap of rain on a tin roof might be foreign to the eternal...
Who has the best Thai food in San Diego?
Cravings for Thai food in San Diego don’t ebb and flow based on the seasons; it’s a year round cuisine...
Light academia books to add to your reading list
How do you know if light academia books are for you? Do you find yourself yearning for a summer afternoon...
Dark academia books to add to your fall reading list
If you daydream of cavernous hallways obscured in shadow or mahogany desks littered with waxed-sealed letters and a bone or...
The Ripped Bodice is breaking barriers in the romance genre
The Ripped Bodice, co-owned by sisters Leah and Bea Koch, is the only exclusively romance bookstore on the West Coast....
Do your coffee table books have substance?
Home décor wouldn’t be complete without a couple of hefty coffee table books on display, but do any of yours...
Which queer books should you read based on your zodiac sign?
With a massive to-be-read list of queer books piled on your bedside table, you might as well chose your next...
Pioneering sustainability in the tattoo industry: Forte Tattoo Tech
Dillon Forte has forged his way to achieving sustainability in the tattoo industry with his own eco-friendly technology, Forte Tattoo...
Rachaelle Rempe’s Auraïha is changing the game with affordable, clean skin care
In a market saturated with buzzwords and new products, how can you find a routine that caters well to your...
Check out these gifts for book lovers for the bookworm in your life
Gifts for book lovers might strike you as obvious – why not just buy them a book or buy them...
Where will you find the best Italian food in San Diego?
Living in America’s big cities unlocks access to worldwide cuisine, including some of the best Italian food in San Diego....
Which live music venues in San Francisco are reopening?
After a year of pandemic-related deprivation, live music venues in San Francisco are reopening to the public. With the mask...
