

Ximending Night Market Street Eats | Foods we Tried + What to Expect
Ximending is an entertainment district in Taipei popular for its bars, restaurants, and street food. Many people go here to enjoy the night market and watch performances. Today, I'll share some of the food we tried, along with photos of what else you can expect when you go.
Andi Dela Torre Griffiths | Memento Vivere Blog
5 days ago


Life Lately, Stationery, And Other Things
Today, I worked fewer hours because I felt burnt out over the past few days. I felt like I had to recharge, so I went through old entries in my journal, made myself some good coffee, and played Horizon Chase 2. I also made time for sitting in silence- a great way to reset and let ideas come to you.
Andi Dela Torre Griffiths | Memento Vivere Blog
Feb 19


Journaling Prompts for Self-Reflection & Spiritual Growth
Do you feel like your higher self is calling you to reveal itself? But you’re not sure where or how to start? Journaling can help you with this. Today, I am going to share some journaling prompts for spiritual growth. I would recommend answering these in a physical journal, because it is always nice to write things down.
Andi Dela Torre Griffiths | Memento Vivere Blog
Feb 9


Exploring Ximending: Taipei’s Trendy Lifestyle District
t was a rainy morning when we arrived in Ximending to get to our hotel. The streets were empty, and all we could hear was the sound of rain and the wheels of our luggage. Since we went ahead of my family for this Taiwan family adventure, we had a few days to ourselves and decided to explore the area.
Andi Dela Torre Griffiths | Memento Vivere Blog
Jan 20


Taipei 101: An Easy Guide to Visiting Taiwan's Talllest Building
One of the best ways to enjoy panoramic views of the city is by booking a trip to the observatory. I think it's always a good idea. There's something comforting about looking at skyscrapers (at least for me), especially at night, with all the lights. Taipei 101 is...
Andi Dela Torre Griffiths | Memento Vivere Blog
Jan 7


The Cutest Sanrio 7-Eleven in Ximending, Taipei | Hello Kitty主題店
One of the cutest things I found in Taipei was this Pink Sanrio-themed 7-11. You can find it along Hankou Street, and it’s so adorable! I saw this while strolling and looking for a place to grab coffee...the cutest 7-11 in Ximending
Andi Dela Torre Griffiths | Memento Vivere Blog
Sep 24, 2025


Inside the Palawan Special Battalion WW2 Memorial Museum
One of the spots we visited in Puerto Princesa is a museum where you can learn about the local heroes of Palawan who fought during the...
Andi Dela Torre Griffiths | Memento Vivere Blog
Jun 1, 2025


What to Expect at Mitra's Ranch in Puerto Princesa
When I was looking for places to visit in Puerto Princesa, Mitra’s Ranch kept showing up, so we decided to include it in our itinerary and check it out...The scenic ranch is owned by former Philippine Senator Ramon Mitra, one of Puerto Princesa’s most prominent politicians, who was also known as a journalist and a diplomat.
Andi Dela Torre Griffiths | Memento Vivere Blog
May 14, 2025


How do Overpayment Scams Work? | Inform your Friends & Family
In today’s blog post, we’ll take a quick look at overpayment scams- what they are, who can get victimized, and how it works.
Andi Dela Torre Griffiths | Memento Vivere Blog
Apr 29, 2025












