From San Francisco to China

Follow my journey from San Francisco through China, explore the food, culture, history, and people that shaped it, and discover why I believe others should make the journey too.

My family originated from Vietnam as Chinese, with my grandpa from Shantou, China. They eventually immigrated to America with hopes of raising a family and giving their future generation a better life, the common Asian-American story. As I grew up, I knew almost nothing about my Chinese roots.

Additionally, as someone in tech, China is widely known in America as a country with fast-progressing technology. Having heard these rumors, I sought to close the gaps in my knowledge and want to experience it myself to understand the differences between the US and China.

This is not a complete guide to China. It is a record of the places, people, and experiences that changed how I understand it.