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seoul vlog 📹 baking in my apartment, weddings, what im reading lately | week of my life in korea

[@caricakes]

exciting announcement at the end! thank you guys for all the support over the years and I hope this change makes both of our experiences even better hahaa

[@bidaaahmed399]

🩵🩵

[@allisonhosman3986]

So excited for you! It’s a step but a step worth taking.

[@allisonhosman3986]

After watching your vlog channel for a few years and then expanding to your book channel, it’s been fun to see the ways that you’re making content for both channels at the same time during the day but it’s refreshing and enjoyable? It’s like being in two different group chats with the same person but the topics are completely different

[@caricakes]

lol thank you so much! i feel sort of similar actually hahahha

[@christophern7571]

For anyone who's interested, the photography book is When the Spring Wind Blows by Han Youngsoo.

[@caricakes]

yes!

[@blueowl07]

Can I just say how much I appreciate that you have accurate subtitles on your videos?? Thank you for taking the time to do that!

[@jacsYT]

as someone who watches both your channels, i always love these little crossovers 😊 because your everyday life influences your reading and vice versa

[@caricakes]

thank you :'''')

[@darcyreads]

Sunday mornings aren’t the same without Cari lol thank you so much for the new video 🫶🏻

[@caricakes]

thank YOU! happy sunday!

[@madelinemarks2875]

been living in boston for the past two years! here are some recommendations - coolidge corner theatre. it's a bit more in the suburbs (still in boston accessible by transit), but it's a lovely local theatre in a very cute area with a nice bookstore (brookline booksmith), a creperie, and a few japanese specialty stores. - museum of fine arts and isabella stewart gardner museum! mfa is a lovely classic art museum, isabella stewart gardner is a bit more boston-specific - it's a small personal collection on the grounds of this gorgeous estate. - modern pastry! alternative to mike's pastry, definitely feels like more of a local spot. try the amaretto cake with a shot of espresso - that's my little treat every saturday morning. while you're on that street, duck into bricco salumeria. it's a cute little sandwich shop in an alley that sells fresh pasta and other italian goods. even if you don't buy anything, the layout is just so cool. in that area, i've also heard a lot of people recommend carmelina's italian restaurant - the italian food in the north end on the whole is absolutely worth checking out. - veggie galaxy!! as a fellow vegetarian, this is a must-try place in cambridge. classic american diner vibes with delicious, delicious food. this place is extremely popular among both vegetarians and meat eaters for a reason. while you're there, check out cheapo records and a few of the other cute shops in that area. - phinista is a wonderful little vietnamese cafe in fenway that i would highly recommend. grab a drink/eat there, then walk to the fens and sit by the river with a book. - harvard square is definitely worth a visit if you've never been. if you feel like it, catch a show at the sinclair! it's a cool space with generally inexpensive shows and its a great thing to do in the area. - get a breakfast sandwich at mike & patty's!! its a charming little (and i mean LITTLE) place located very close to downtown, but somehow it magically feels sequestered in this quiet, charming nook of the south end that feels like it hasn't been touched since the colonial period. grab your food and walk over to the boston common. sit by the lake and people-watch. unparalleled experience. - render coffee! located again in the quiet and picturesque south end, it's a townhouse renovated to be a coffee shop. sit in the sunroom or on the back porch and enjoy the quiet morning - farmer horse coffee is another coffee shop located very close to render. it's typically a bit more lively and has some nice eclectic decor - take a walk from the park street station down through boston common and onto commonwealth ave. my favorite walk - both the common and commonwealth ave are absolutely beautiful (maybe the most beautiful places in boston). the common is like a mini central park, and commonwealth ave is just lined with rows of the most beautiful townhouses. end your walk at the public library and check out the stunning bates hall. maybe even make a reservation in the tea room in the library if you so desire. - go shopping on newbury street, and eat at red white ramen. it's an all-vegan ramen shop that is just absolutely phenomenal. it's the real deal. okay that was a lot but that is literally everything i can think of. have a good trip!!

[@zwoqqq6]

i seriously love your videos so much! i hope great things come your way ❤

[@mizlonboire7060]

Great way to end a Saturday ❤. Thank you so much for all that you do and the work that goes into these videos. So excited for all your future plans!

[@caricakes]

Thank YOU! 💕

[@MissEricaCourt12]

Excited for you! I hope this change will give you room for creativity and many new wonderful opportunties. I look foward to everything, I really love and enjoy both your channels ❤ Hope you‘ll feel Betten soon with your injury.

[@rchmoon]

sunday mornings with cari are my favorite thing

[@caricakes]

🤍🤍🤍

[@marieinabersh]

The atmosphere of your vlogs Cari is sooo on point 🌞

[@caricakes]

🥹🥹🥹

[@user-ot4qc2kk4f]

Watching Cari's vlogs are one of my favourite parts of the week!

[@caricakes]

:'''''') thank you so much

[@iamrjdennis]

It's always a good day when Cari uploads! 😊

[@caricakes]

:''') hope the good day continues!

[@fishacathryn]

congrats on joining your new management! 🫶 excited for the content ahead! i also just want to thank you for your content because your videos just remind me that life is beautiful and great and there's a lot in the world that is good if we just stop to appreciate them ❤️❤️ love from the philippines!

[@caricakes]

thank you so so much :'''')

[@izzyborn8917]

So excited for this!! Thanks a bunch Cari ❤

[@caricakes]

thank YOU!!

[@bunny_koo]

I don’t know how else to say this but i feel so proud and happy for you 😂❤️ I’m so excited for all the new things happening for you and look forward to all the wonderful the opportunities that come your way 🌸

[@caricakes]

thank you :'''''''')

[@bookoffholicbookwart5945]

Every time I watch any of cari's videos, I'm definitely left with a smile and a calm mind with hopes. I really love this precious human❤️.

[@caricakes]

🥹🥹🥹

[@ExpatNatt]

Best way to spend my Sunday. Thanks for sharing!❤❤

[@brooke-d]

Congrats on the management! Also I hope your leg is ok now ❤ Thank you for another beautiful video. I enjoyed the cross over too!

[@caricakes]

Thank you!!!!

[@TatianaKurnosova]

I really love both this channel and your book channel! 🤍🤍🤍 And it's so amazing that you've been doing it all alone. I can totally relate to how hard it is to keep up with the plans / dreams versus reality since I also have a KZbin channel, I feel you so much! Happy to hear that you'll get some help from the management. And I'm definitely excited to see your upcoming content! Sending hugs and love ~

[@caricakes]

thank you so much and hope you find time to remember to dream bigger too!

[@sourcandy0325]

I caught a cold yesterday so I’m not feeling the best, but your video made this morning brighter 🤍 Thank you as always and hope you’re doing good!

[@caricakes]

Get well soon 🥹🥹🥹

[@leunchaezz]

Ahhhhh!!! Mortal instruments plot breakdown- I’m so excited!! I recently just started reading the books and I’m obsessed, people neeeed to get into the series because its so much fun!!

[@caricakes]

LOL!!! coming soon!

[@waadahmed8334]

I am currently reading the poppy war and it’s soooo good!

[@maririta8331]

omgg cari so happy for you💓💓 I actually knew you by cari can reads so im really excited for that new chapter of the channel 🥰 sending hugs for youu

[@caricakes]

thank you so much!!!

[@gingerbread18]

I haven't been watching KZbin for a little bit, and im back on here and I just love how rejuvenating your videos are I missed them so much

[@caricakes]

happy youre back 🥹

[@em-nq9gk]

those scones rlly look so yummy

[@anyaguinzbourg8609]

Congratulations with the announcement at the end! I hope everything goes well ❤

[@caricakes]

thank you!!!!

[@mac8697]

extremely random but I love the outfit you're wearing at like 11:46. it looks so comfy and cool. also I read that book a couple years ago and it's such a spring/summer vibe!

[@laurendenae5045]

OH MY GOD!! I just rewatched all of your plot summary videos (I work 12 hour shifts lol) and I was thinking I can’t wait for her to make more. I’m sorry about your injury! Very excited for the plot summary and congratulations on joining the management team! 🥰

[@caricakes]

Thank you thank you and hopefully at the end of this month you’ll have the first installment!!

[@indrianikurniawan7048]

Congratulations Cari! It is so so so soo nice to see your channel and the book channel grows!! Looking forward to what the future holds..! Also its been raining so much in Tokyo-- Hope it's better in Seoul!

[@caricakes]

thank you so much!! so far we havent had too much - hope it stays that way!

[@luci31030]

How exciting Cari!! Hope this new work management thing goes well to you, I'm sure its gonna be great 😊 You look really happy and at peace in your latest vlogs, i hope you truly feel that way and your next few months sounds like a lot of fun ❤ Sending much love your way from cold and rainy south america 😅❤

[@caricakes]

thank you thank youuuuu!

[@kathyalexa7861]

Congrats Cari! can't wait for the next video! 💖

[@caricakes]

thank you!!

[@emmaclark5289]

Congratulations Cari, it's nice to see you feeling good! Because I don't often comment, just a message to say thanks for your Korea videos - I just got back from Seoul and Busan, and I don't think I would have known how much there is to see in Korea but for your videos. I had an absolute ball (I was at the MMCA a few days before you!) and your videos are so much more exciting to watch now that I can place some of the locations. Thanks again!

[@caricakes]

That makes me so happy ahhh thank you! Glad you had a great trip 🥹🙏

[@PoisonedApathy]

Coming down from a great and crazy music festival weekend, and not a better way to do it than with a Cari vlog. Congrats on the management news, I hope the experience lives up to your expectations. You've done such a great job in these years I've been watching you. I'm always happy and proud of your achivements! Get well soon from your injury, and looking forward for what comes next.

[@caricakes]

Thank you always!

[@aloudjane137]

Congrats to the BEAUTIFUL couple!

[@2hearts1seoul]

Omg, those scones look amazinggg 🍓

[@caricakes]

still not on your level lol! i really need to figure out how to make good cookies :')

[@carolineeleni]

Congrats on the management!! That's amazing!! Also super looking forward to the mortal instruments plot summary! 🤭

[@grey3987]

9:05 love this , so good at bringing out character and essence of cafes

[@caricakes]

That cafe was stunning!

[@JamilaCAHProwse]

your sardines top is soooo good!

[@happinesss2]

congratulations on joining a management!!!! it's a great way to make things easier for yourself and save time :) I'm glad you joined one that you trust and that seems to care for you

[@kyra8138]

LMAO I thought for a second you were using cooking spray on your face and I was like "girl that's for the scones!"

[@caricakes]

LOL!! its my green tea cooling mist 😂😂😂

[@Megan-vg2rh]

Same!! 😂😂😂

[@celly589]

Love that you went to the movie by yourself. I’ve only been to one by myself once but I really enjoyed it and want to do it again

[@MiuzakiHaruno]

The jam jars are so adorable!

[@caricakes]

right?!

[@amaZINGsabrina29]

Brookline Booksmith is one of my favorite bookstores! Also recently went to Castle Island in Southie which is great for a nice day. They have a lil food shack and a long trail as well as a 'beach'

[@laurenlanseigne1829]

my fav boston area bookstore is brookline booksmith!! not technically boston but super accessible by transit and the neighborhood is so great for wandering! trident is also great and has an attached cafe but it can get overwhelmingly crowded

[@Bernardjytan]

Enjoying a cup of coffee on a sun morning with your video. This make sun morning special.

[@caricakes]

good morning!

[@woolhaze]

I've lived in Providence for nearly 15 years and still feel like I've only done the touristy things in Boston, so very excited for your trip videos!! (Honestly we only go into Boston for concerts anymore but I'd like to change that and start going back up just to explore a bit.)

[@andreabootsma8478]

yay boston! I'm in the Cambridge/Somervill/Arlington side of things but I love living here so much - especially the walkability of everything. if you want a bit of hiking more in the city I would recommend middlesex fells or blue hills (just for a bit of a different kind of recommendation) . also definitely recommend toscanini's ice cream and asmara Eritrean restaurant in central, and then also just davis square in general has lots of fun food options and good vibes - including candlepin bowling!

[@teatime3204]

Lovely news! And, the scones look amazing.

[@caricakes]

thank you!

[@halodeer]

yayyy ! new video !

[@caricakes]

wahhhh thank you!

[@knightthezero]

Nothing makes me happier than hearing a plot summary video is coming 😭

[@amandachin7644]

brookline booksmith in coolidge corner is my favorite bookstore in boston! and a couple blocks down the street is kupel bakery for great bagels. also my favorite place to read is on the esplande which is right next to the charles river

[@zynbashrfi]

the moment you said "I LOVE MY JOB'' is just ❤‍🔥❤‍🔥❤‍🔥

[@caricakes]

🥹🥲🥹

[@sophiaisabelle0227]

We wish you well. Just know we will always support you no matter what.

[@caricakes]

thanks always :')

[@lizorillo-chan4603]

Happy to know that there’s someone who can help you now 🥰 Rooting for more great content of yours & have more time for yourself & Kurt. 🫶🏻 Stay healthy and happy, always! 🌻💚

[@caricakes]

Thank you 🤍🤍🤍

[@KaylaCosmos]

I've been in Korea from early May and felt the shift from chilly to now hot & humid. I relate on the desire to be inside haha also the photo book looks amazinggg, would love to see photos from the 60's in Seoul

[@mattkean1128]

Everyone i know in Boston loves it! The management team is exciting. I've always been impressed with how much you do on your own.

[@caricakes]

Thank you!!!

[@annalaugelle]

Omg I was so surprised to hear you say shout out Braintree! I live right near there! Hope you enjoy Boston - there's lots of good new and used independent bookstores around!

[@emmabarton98]

i was shocked to hear you talking about Boston cuz i’m from MA 😁

[@mangafreak09081]

omg I have been to that dotori and sat basically at the same spot you did! such a cute place

[@caricakes]

The best 🥲

[@ruebennomura9143]

Love a week in life of Korea best baking

[@caricakes]

thank you thank you!

[@hi_itsll]

You do give very strong Somerville vibes, so I can definitely see this move happening! 😀 MIT has a cool visual arts center thats very tech and multimedia (duh) focused. "Best" bookstore might be Brookline Booksmith or Harvard Bookstore, they both have a really good second-hand selection, but my personal favorite is Raven Used Books. I will say... the public transit definitely will not impress Kurt, so that might be a tough hurdle 💀

[@susanlee4402]

OMG! I was going to tell you I’ve been anxiously awaiting the return of the rice cooker baking series. HA! But I’m into the air fryer scones.

[@caricakes]

thank you :''''''''''''')

[@jadelesterangel614]

i first watched your vlogs because of crochet, but i noticed that you haven't had a crochet vlog for a while now. however, i have been LOVING these peaceful life updates and seoul vlogs :>

[@rixanoz]

Yay! Management team is such a good development!

[@caricakes]

im really excited :')

[@underwater102]

Love Dotori Garden! Stumbled upon it by accident on my recent trip, and went there so many times.

[@caricakes]

Truly the best hidden gem!

[@eurydicereads]

beacon hill books and cafe is so cute! also Harvard bookstore is great and really close to my favorite coffee shop, faro! if youre looking for other things I love the garment district for thrifting!

[@aeionlyu]

19:34 thats so cute i had to replay 3 times 😅 20:09 this part is also really cute haha just the way that you say okay

[@wakins43]

As a virgo who loves to bake because it's basically an exact science, I died a little inside at your measuring of the milk 😂 the scones look so yummy though 😊

[@caricakes]

My virgo husband who is the same way says the scones were indeed yummy 😂 i cant let him watch my baking experiments

[@strawbrrrysky]

so exciting that you're coming to boston!! you should check out papercuts bookstore in jamaica plain, and take a walk in the arnold arboretum close by. i sometimes take myself on a little solo date there and feel like i'm in one of your videos. i hope you and kurt have such a nice trip!

[@nimagooy762]

Omg Boston!! Yess!!! Boston is honestly such a great city to live in. It's not cheap for sure but I love it here!

[@caricakes]

🙏🙏🙏

[@micaelaelliott8540]

Hello! my advice as long time scone maker is to mix the batter as little as possible till they just come together and still crumbly . The more you mix they tougher/ dry they become. Also if you place them close together when baking they help each other rise and become fluffy. I always thought it was a great metaphor if we stick together we rise together hehe.

[@caricakes]

😂😂 i love that!

[@Ndnlicious]

Wow first time anyone I watch has ever mentioned the mortal instruments! Lol I loved those books growing up 🤗

[@susandunn2564]

If you are able to get to the Hi Hostel in Boston in funky Chinatown but the other direction 5 blocks away has upscale Four Seasons hotel & nice cafes.

[@binarcandra]

omg I just saw this video. I know Soomin! Hope they have great marriage and hope you always happy and healthy, Cari!

[@pendragon2012]

NYC is my favorite personally so I'm a bit biased. I loved Yellowface too--gave it 5 stars on Goodreads. I thought it was fascinating how she basically mirrored the Chinese workers' situation with what June did to Athena. Yet she did manage to make all the characters pretty relatable as well. I just started Babel now but I definitely intend to go onto Poppy War eventually (I mean, I need to--there's a book called Republic of Dragons, how could I pass that up?). Have a great weekend, Cari!

[@caricakes]

i think i've got kurt fully on board with nyc thankfully! and yes i love how she really came for everyone while still making it so realistic. scary that she didnt have to exaggerate anything for people to be villainous.

[@su-jin2138]

It's good to see you 🥺🌟

[@caricakes]

🥹🥹🥹

[@troybee7815]

Congratulations! Exciting news!

[@caricakes]

Thank you!

[@melanie2269]

My favorite place in Boston is Trident Booksellers & Cafe on Newbury Street 🥰

[@whalechief]

try taking kurt to Top Golf! i know, its a weird rec, but trust me on this that its less about the golf and more about the hanging out w food and drinks

[@elise3115]

Boston book stores: Brookline Booksmith is a great bookstore, it’s also close to Kupel’s, which has great bagels and Jewish pastries, and Coolidge Corner Theater which is independent and does a lot of screenings of old/indie/cult films. Also of course Trident which doubles as a brunch place. And Harvard Book Store, Raven Used Books and Million Year Picnic are all in Harvard Sq. I live in Somerville so can give lots more recs!

[@amandacampolin2494]

Hi Cari I just wanted to say that your hair looks really nice and healthy in this video okay bye

[@caricakes]

Thanks so much!

[@agibrown2521]

Oh my God! Cari! So exciting that you might be coming to Boston. I've lived here my whole life. Some suggestions: Ogawa coffee shop in a newish Japanese coffee shop in Downtown, expensive but gorgeous lattes! 1369 coffee shop is also great and has two locations, I usually go for the Central square one as its close to Harvard. For bookstores I would recommend the Brookline Booksmith in Coolidge corner and Beacon Hill Books (look up videos, it's in a beautiful neighborhood). Ganko Ittetsu ramen also in Coolidge corner is great, as is Tora Japanese restaurant in chinatown for sashimi bowls, and Grendel's tavern in Harvard square is a really old tavern/restarant (I studied in Scotland and it has such a Scottish pub vibe). Definitely stop by the North end as well. I know you don't drink much, but there is a really cool speakeasy in the Seaport called 'Drink' where they have no menu, but will make something up on the spot according to your preferences. It's a long wait so I'd recommend getting there when they open. Lastly, if you have time, Providence is a great city too and only about an hour by train. Anyway! Hope you enjoy your time in the city! I hope someday you can do a meetup here!

[@lululand1653]

Congratulations for the scones, fyi we say scone as in gone . Definitely going to try in baking them in the air fryer so thank you for the recipe link.

[@caricakes]

my grammy used to say scone like sun or gun hahaha

[@joanne798]

So excited for you! I can’t believe you’ve been doing this alone for so long. And I second the idea of Boston as a great place to live. It’s pricey, but honestly, having grown up in MA and now living in LA, there are so many moments when I want to move back. CA is beautiful, but when I go back to visit my parents it does seem like things are just easier with getting around and finding a place to live compared to here.

[@caricakes]

Thank you 🥹 and yeah california is so car dependent 😭😭😭

[@patriciateague8677]

The Little Mermaid came out when my oldest daughter was 1. Needless to say, it was on repeat constantly and the sings became part of every day. We even recorded the movie on a cassette so we could play it in the car which was amazing on a long car ride. Came back when my youngest daughter was little. Looking forward to seeing with my daughters now.

[@caricakes]

part of your world and under the sea are some of the best disney songs :')

[@patriciateague8677]

@@caricakes You bet!

[@callmewaves1160]

Cari! Dear, you gotta have whipped cream with scones 😂 You just gotta. It's the rules 😅 Also they looked great and I LOVE Bonne Maman Jams and DREAM of finding those little jars because they are so stinkin' cute. Also Also, there is just something so satisfying about putting away the previous season's clothing or clearing out unwanted clothes to donate which is what I did today. It is honestly cathartic. Idk lol Anyway thanks for another great video, it's a Sunday ritual for me (usually while having my breakfast)

[@queenofgoats]

Very cool that there's an artist called Jenova and their work is in an exhibition about the impact of gaming on culture. Hope your leg feels better & congrats on getting new management!

[@RainMcNeil]

Voting on you making a stop to visit NYC this fall 🫡❤️‍🔥

[@caricakes]

Omg yes i def will 👀 you will be in charge of not letting me buy books

[@mouseinparis]

Cari! Never turn the cookie cutter for scones as it prevents the rising! 😱😂 (made me really hungry though 💕)

[@Amica82]

I’m from Massachusetts, so very excited you’d consider living in Boston! It’s been a while but I enjoy browsing the Brookline Booksmith.

[@caricakes]

That is at the tip top of my list

[@nikitasantamaria]

Congratulations on the management deal that’s huge!!!! Also holy shit you’re doing the shadow hunters book serious welp time to hop on over to your book channel to listen up 😊😊

[@caricakes]

bahahahha yes buckle up!

[@Hana_j_93]

Omg the first cafe uses teekanne tea 😳😳 i have to go there thank you so much for that informations (even not intended 😅)

[@JLA0219]

Oufff not gonna lie I love all of Cassandra Clare’s books 😂😂😂 I really enjoyed the infernal devices. Haven’t gotten around to reading the last hours yet.

[@caricakes]

oh same! but mortal instruments is definitely her worst work hahaha

[@Puppiespupppies]

You should try Cut 21 in Revere Beach and take a stroll along the beach

[@yena7329]

Go to Sarma Restaurant in Boston. It’s a tapas place and it’s AMAZING. My friend has been living there for years and always takes whoever visits her there.

[@moosegf47]

Bostonian here! Beacon Hill Bookstore is an absolutely stunning bookstore you will love in the Beacon Hill area. Not the largest selection, but feels like you are transported into a highly aesthetic children’s book! Also, have you been to Salem? Great day trip from Boston on the commuter rail. Especially in the autumn 😍

[@caricakes]

Yesyes and yes to these! Thank you!

[@shawnykennedy4250]

Lol! I'm a mom and I totally love your vlogs! :)

[@caricakes]

❤❤❤

[@amandacurrul454]

I live 30min south of Boston and I would LOOVVEEE book club together or a lil meet up once in a while! I actually found you from your book channel❤