Listen "Nori De Vega on growing up in 2 different cities, supporting local restaurants, and Oregon water"
Episode Synopsis
It's a heartfelt conversation between what seems like a couple of old pals : Trish interviews Nori De Vega - food blogger, independent restaurant advocate, and co-founder of "Tikim". "Tikim," which means "to taste" in Tagalog, is a concept inspired by Nori and two great pals to further the Filipino-American narrative by sharing their experiences - mostly with food.
Nori talks about growing up in two VERY different cities worlds apart and how that shaped her and her tastes. She started what's now her incredibly popular food blog ( @NomNom_Nori ) during the pandemic as a way to support some of her favorite people and friends in the struggling Portland, Oregon food scene. That act of love and advocacy turned into something bigger than she imagined. Cook up a bowl of something delicious (maybe some noods), pour some bubbles, and enjoy this fun, heartfelt, and warm conversation.
Nori talks about growing up in two VERY different cities worlds apart and how that shaped her and her tastes. She started what's now her incredibly popular food blog ( @NomNom_Nori ) during the pandemic as a way to support some of her favorite people and friends in the struggling Portland, Oregon food scene. That act of love and advocacy turned into something bigger than she imagined. Cook up a bowl of something delicious (maybe some noods), pour some bubbles, and enjoy this fun, heartfelt, and warm conversation.
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