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New Video: Sweet Potato Candy Tasting

February 3, 2016 by Anne

For the first Apricotsushi Samples of 2016, I’m trying a flavor of sweets I’ve never had before… Sweet potato! Unfortunately I originally recorded this as a Christmas special (complete with festive outfit!), but a dead camera battery meant I didn’t actually end up recording as much footage as I thought I had. Needless to say, … Read moreNew Video: Sweet Potato Candy Tasting

Japan Envy: Sake Kit Kats

February 2, 2016 by Anne

As regular readers of Chic Pixel are well aware, I am a huge fan of Japanese Kit Kats. Well, Nestlé Japan has just announced that the latest in exclusive Japanese Kit Kat flavors is none other than nihonshuu, or the classic Japanese alcohol sake! According to Rocket News 24, these special Kit Kats contain “sake powder which … Read moreJapan Envy: Sake Kit Kats

Japan Envy: Nerdy Christmas Cakes

December 12, 2015 by Anne

Christmas is just around the corner, and in Japan that means reservations for Christmas cakes are everywhere you look. While most western cultures probably associate fruit cakes with Christmas, Japan has popularized a light, usually white cake with strawberries and cream as a common Christmas eve treat. Now, Christmas cakes are so popular that they come in nearly every flavor imaginable, and every decoration imaginable, too! From Monster Hunter to Yowamushi Pedal, all kinds of nerdy fandoms are represented in Christmas cake form… And I’ve rounded up some of the best to share with you today.

New Video: Tasting Cheese… Sweets?!

November 11, 2015 by Anne

It’s been ages since I’ve done an Apricotsushi Samples video, but now I’m back in the saddle! I have a huge pile of candy looming in the corner that has yet to be tasted, and I’d love to make a dent in it before my upcoming move… So expect many more where this came from! In … Read moreNew Video: Tasting Cheese… Sweets?!

How to Have the Ultimate Cute’n Nerdy Halloween

October 16, 2017October 23, 2015 by Anne

Ah, Halloween! The time of ghosts, goblins, and all things orange. As an adult, I’ve had to get a little creative with how I celebrate this spooky holiday (they won’t let me trick or treat anymore, fancy that). How do I manage to do it in true Chic Pixel fashion? Read on to see the four things that make up my perfect Halloween, and let me know how you celebrate in the comments!

Happiness Tastes Like Butter Chips

September 16, 2015 by Anne

Happiness is a bag of chips, right? Well, apparently Calbee thinks so… Butter potato chips, to be precise. It’s been a long time since I’ve posted an Apricotsushi Samples, but here’s one I filmed back when my hair was nearly at my shoulders and it was cold enough to wear scarves! I was quite surprised … Read moreHappiness Tastes Like Butter Chips

Japan Crate Review

April 20, 2018September 10, 2015 by Anne

It’s been a while since I’ve done a Japanese snack subscription review! A while back I was contacted by Japan Crate to cover their service, and of course I happily obliged. I was particularly excited for this one because they offer a “mini,” “original,” and “premium” crate, allowing you to choose what box fits your needs and budget. Let’s see what’s inside!