New & Abroad is on YOUTUBE!! Check out our channel HERE! What are some differences between international students from Asia and a “local” Queen’s University student? Our video highlights some humorous differences in how these two groups of students behave in class. While these examples are not always the case, we want to encourage more…
Interview: Kingston Asian Super’s Manager Aiden
How it begins. 2 years ago, my boss came here alone from Korea. He knew the landlord of this building and the store was selling Taiwanese food at the time. Business was not good. My boss decided that he wanted to make some Korean food in Kingston. He did not have a lot of capital…
4 Fun Outdoor Places to go on Weekends
Nothing is more Canadian than enjoying nature and doing some outdoor activities. Here are some interesting outdoor places that you can explore in Canada on the weekends! (Note that these places also include summer activities so at the time this is posted, it’s not recommended as it is freezing right now). 1. Paintball Location: Ground…
Survival Guide: What to Wear for Canadian Winters
It’s inevitable. Canada is a beautiful country but it gets really cold in winter. Not to worry because New & Abroad will provide you with the best tips on how to stay warm in Canadian winters! 1. Jacket Yes, it’s very obvious but please get a good jacket if you want to survive the cold…
5 Budget-Friendly Restaurants in Kingston
When you are a student, you are often broke. Or even always broke. So here are some places in Kingston for some affordable grub! 1. Pasta Genova At 234 Wellington St, you can find this little restaurant welcoming you with its attractive prices. It costs only about $3-4 for a satisfying plate of pasta or…
3 Asian Grocery Stores You Need to Visit Near Downtown Kingston
1. Asian Market A long-standing Asian grocer in downtown Kingston! This place has a great variety of rice, noodles, and spices; it also has a section of kitchenware and cutlery in the back of the store. The store accepts cash and debit. This is a great place for grabbing special ingredients for a home-cooked meal—and…
7 Must-Try Japanese/Korean Restaurants in Kingston
1. Kame Sushi & Bento $$ Website: http://kame.ca/ A snug, modern Japanese restaurant residing at 156 Division Street, featuring sushi and bento boxes along with some kitchen entrees, Kame Sushi & Bento has been one of Kingston’s most favourite places to enjoy Japanese food. Dining-in or even ordering take-out, you get to enjoy its wide…
Top 3 Dessert Cafes in Kingston to Study (or Take a Break) In
1. i-Tea Website: http://www.iteakingston.com/ i-Tea is a bubble tea shop based in Taiwan. It is well known for its fresh ingredients and quality bubble tea. Some of its famous drinks include its Signature Pearl Milk Tea, Matcha Red Bean Milk Tea and Grass Jelly Roasted Milk Tea. Not only that, the shop offers Taiwanese food…
Homecoming 2018: All You Need to Know
What Is Homecoming? Every year, Queen’s University hosts Homecoming, a weekend-long celebration for its returning alumni. This year, the event will happen from Friday, October 19th to Sunday, October 21st.
7 Tips on How to Cope with Culture Shock
What is Culture Shock? Culture shock is a feeling of being disoriented when you move away from home to a new culture. It is natural to feel lonely or anxious in an unfamiliar environment… But the important thing to note is that it does not last forever! Adaptation is difficult sometimes, but there are resources around…
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