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The Price of Beauty at Farmers Markets
Farmers markets in Southern California promise beauty — heirloom tomatoes stacked like jewels, chalkboard signs, live music. But behind the aesthetic lies a truth: food that feels exclusive, not communal. In Tijuana, Mercado Hidalgo is compact, dense, and overflowing — a place where necessity and community intertwine. In contrast, LA and San Diego’s markets often operate as curated stages for lifestyle and taste. I trace how food markets reveal what — and who — we value.
Jessica Nichole
Aug 31


Tijuana Street Food Tour
Eating as Belonging: Everyday Life in Tijuana If you really want to understand a city, don’t start with its landmarks, start with its...
Jessica Nichole
Aug 26


Santa Barbara, CA (Day Trip)
Wander. Sip. Repeat. My one-day escape from LA reminded me of one thing: plans are cute, but wandering is divine. My carefully crafted...
Jessica Nichole
Jul 31


Connie and Ted's (West Hollywood, CA)
The Cookie at the End of the Table There’s something disarming about a restaurant that knows exactly who it is. Connie and Ted’s sits...
Jessica Nichole
Jul 25


Chelsea Market NYC
I took the subway to Chelsea Market like a big girl. At first, the most confusing part was figuring out which entrance I was supposed to...
Jessica Nichole
Jul 21


New York, NY (Midtown)
MIDTOWN NYC: WHERE I LANDED I stayed in Midtown this time. I did a shit ton of research and realized it was close walking distance to a...
Jessica Nichole
Jul 14
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