Danielle Buchanan is the Sparkling Southerner. Born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia, Danielle loves being from the south and embraces all...

The only thing I enjoy more than exploring new places, tasting foods I’ve never tried before, sightseeing, and learning about different...

Born and raised in Santa Barbara, Latisha “Tish” Strickland is the Veganista Foodie. As an animal lover and 4-year vegan, Tish created...

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated was founded on January 15th, 1908 on the campus of Howard University by 20 illustrious ladies...

The morning after our engagement in Aruba, 2013 A little over a year ago, I was busy planning the wedding of my dreams and excited to...

I’m a Georgia girl, so while I’m all for exotic foods and green smoothies, I also love soul food and there’s nothing like some good, home...

It’s always a joy having my mom in town. During her most recent visit, we ate at a couple of fabulous restaurants, visited Disneyland...

Bongeunsa Temple – Seoul, South Korea Living in Japan means that many of Asia’s biggest cities and most popular travel destinations are...

New Years Eve has always been my favorite holiday. As a kid, I made sure my whole family was gathered together and we spent the evening...

Spending Christmas away from family is something that my husband and I have grown accustomed to, but it doesn’t mean we don’t miss the...

A year and some change into my marriage, one of the things that I’ve learned is that it is so important to make friends with other...

This past Monday, I took eating my way through Tokyo to another level! Monday’s are my favorite day of the week  because my husband has...

The holiday season is here! That means apple cider, holiday decorations, loads of food and some extra quality time with friends and...

On Monday, my husband and I took my mom to Disneyland Tokyo, which is located about 35 minutes from us via train. Having my mom in...

The holidays are by far the hardest time of year to be away from family. Last year, my husband and I celebrated our first holiday season...

I’m a foodie. Good food is really important to me and there’s nothing I enjoy more than sharing a delicious meal and great drinks with...

Last weekend, I attended my husband’s first set of  basketball games with his new team, the Chiba Jets. It was an amazing experience and...

As a kid (and even now as an adult – I still give my mom a list every year), my parents would ask me to come up with a list of what I...

This past weekend, my husband played his first basketball game with his team here in Japan. As they announced his name over the loud...

This past Sunday, I celebrated my 5 year AKAversary. For those that aren’t Greek, that means that I have been a member of Alpha Kappa...