Photo Essay: Chicks, Castles, and Chomps–Side Questing Through Winter

Ellie Zhang, Staff Writer • January 30, 2026

Dec. 21, 2025 | 9:50 a.m.

Trying out the Toadstool
Cafe in Mario World was a great decision! The altogether sweet, sour, and spicy drink was delicious (Ellie Zhang)

Dec. 21, 2025 | 11:57 a.m.

Seeing the beautifully realistic Hogwarts Castle in Universal Studios for the first time in three years was amazing! (Ellie Zhang)

Dec. 23, 2025 | 9:00 a.m.

All kinds of baby chicks on a little farm (Ellie Zhang)

Dec. 25, 2025 | 3:26 p.m.

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An inspiring sign outside a Japanese restaurant (Ellie Zhang)

Dec. 31, 2025 | 11:14 a.m.

Having a warm, delicious hot pot
meal at MoMo Paradise on a
rainy day (Ellie Zhang)

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