Growing up Chinese in New York City, Saturdays were Chinatown days for errands, doctors, dentist visits, and good food. Today is one of those days, but slightly different. @Ben Back when I was in middle school, catching up on English and academics meant one thing: Spending every weekend in Chinatown at prep school was just part of my life, so my memories of Chinatown were partially tied to stress and pressure. These days, it’s all about fun times and good food. Back then, the chaos of Chinatown, the loud traffic, the crowds— everything felt stressful, but now it’s part of the lively charm that makes this neighborhood special. ✅ bubble tea + onigiri ✅ festive lantern store for LNY decorations ✅ eye exam + new eyeglasses ✅ roast meats ✅ Chinatowns sights
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