Saturday, July 28, 2012

{Personal} EY's Sister...QUA FOOT SPA (Part One)

Dearest Readers: 

How fast the year is more than half way over! Hope The Year of the Dragon has been kind to everyone. I'm thrilled to announce my 2nd Business, QUA FOOT SPA at SOMA GRAND.

Most people ask me Why this business? and how did you get the name? Personally, I love Tea and I love massages, so why not? :) We started this project back in October 2011, where my good friend, Tim Tran of The Ivy Group Commercial Real Estate help me secure this location. Then, we hired Lisa Iwamoto and Craig Scott of IWAMAMOTOSCOTT Architecture  to help design my dream come true. Construction began in January and we officially launched our Soft Grand Opening on June 28, 2012.

I can honestly tell you it's not been easy. There were so many things about owning a "Retail Business" that I had absolutely no clue. Budgets for construction, hiring staff, picking out the color of the wall, the bathroom walls (we changed it 3x's!), perforated graphic walls, buying a cash register, computer, sound, etc..the list goes on.

In May, I attended the World Tea Expo in Las Vegas, where I was introduced to exactly that...the WORLD of Tea. I was fortunate to bring home new knowledge and new Tea's to introduce to my clients at QUA.

For the entire month of June - July, we are having a "Pre-Grand Opening" Special. It's $39 for the first hour of massage. Come and check us out, and you won't be disappointed.  For now, I'm really enjoying meeting my new friends/neighbors at SOMA GRAND.

I can't wait to connect with the Neighborhood of Mid-Market and share more photos with you at the next post.

On another personal level, The entire project of QUA is dedicated someone very special to me.. 
little BB. I miss you and love you, always in my heart.



Interior of QUA FOOT SPA

We are already on YELP! :) Read our Reviews  Here :) 

Thursday, May 3, 2012

{Vendor Love: Appovio.com}



If you need web application/site, mobile app design & development, Flash demos/applications, logo and graphics design at reasonable prices, get in touch with my good friend @appoviollc@gmail.com.


Visit them at: http://www.appovio.com

Friday, April 6, 2012

{Vendor Love: JBEAUTIQUE, and her upcoming Beauty Workshop, May 26!


Recently I had the pleasure of partnering up with Joey Cheung, of JBEAUTIQUE, Hair & Make up artist for my new 2012 Headshots for marketing purposes.
(secretly, I dying to have Joey work her magic on me, so let's just say, I needed a new look ;). I visited her South San Francisco Studio and made a 10AM appointment. 
Traffic was easy and Parking was not a problem. 

I arrived with my 2 outfits for the Day, and consulted with Joey on the look and feel I wanted on my pictures. She understood my Vision and got 
me started right away with my Hair and Make up.
(yeeeeeee, new look, so happy, calm down, calm down ;)

90 minutes later, I was comfortable and I was ready for the day. Joey truly made me feel like it was my Big Day, so I can only imagine what all the Brides go through when they get their hair & make up done.

Before I proceed with the photos, I wanted to also give a testimony of why you should hire Joey Cheung as your Hair & Make Up artist for your Wedding Day.

1) She does a great job! (I didn't want to take my make up off)
2) I kept smiling throughout the day, because of the way I look. Thank you, Joey.
3) She's a professional who knows it all. Hair, Make up, Skincare. Just ask her anything.
4) As a loving mother herself, she naturally cares about you, and wants you to feel your best!

Lastly, on May 26, 2012 - Joey is hosting a Workshop, limited to only 3 lucky ladies! Inquire about her services now, and congratulations on your Big Day!

JBeautique

Contact: 650.430.5917
Email: joey@jbeautique.com


Below are a few photos, Courtesy of Chung Li Photography. 

Getting ready, starting with my Hair in Rollers.

 Loved my Hair & my natural make up! 
 After we were done, we took a few photos to remind ourselves:
Always to Laugh, Have Fun and Eat WELL! 


Thank you Joey for an amazing experience! My Hair and Make Up lasted a total of 12 Hours, as I had an event at the end of the day to attend to. 
JBEAUTIQUE's Workshop information:

and here it is, my 2012 official headshot. thanks Joey Cheung & Fern Lee! 

More photos coming soon from Fern Lee Photography


Friday, March 23, 2012

{Venues we LOVE} Marines Memorial Club

 If you're ever considering downtown San Francisco, here's a beautiful ballroom on Sutter Street, the Historic Marines Memorial Club. Affordable prices (at non-profit rates), tall Ceilings, Large Windows, Great food and Hotel rooms for the out of town guests.


Special Thanks to Kevin Chin Photography for the Beautiful Photos.

Chair Covers: Self Tie Ivory Lamour Chair Covers by Especially Yours Chair Covers


To Book: Weddings & Social Events
Contact: Jennifer Chin, Wedding Sales Manager 
Tel: (415) 673-6672 ext. 264
Sales Office Direct Line: (415) 441-8562

Commandants Ballroom


{Venues we LOVE} Marines Memorial Club

 If you're ever considering downtown San Francisco, here's a beautiful ballroom on Sutter Street, the Historic Marines Memorial Club. Affordable prices (at non-profit rates!), Tall Ceilings, great food and hotel rooms for the out of town guests.


Special Thanks to Kevin Chin Photography for the Beautiful Photos.

Chair Covers: Self Tie Ivory Lamour Chair Covers by Especially Yours Chair Covers


To Book: Weddings & Social Events
Contact: Jennifer Chin, Wedding Sales Manager 
Tel: (415) 673-6672 ext. 264
Sales Office Direct Line: (415) 441-8562

Commandants Ballroom


Tuesday, March 20, 2012

{Real Wedding: VY + TELEMACHUS - Westin St. Francis Hotel}

The Wedding of Vy & Telemachus is definitely a combination of Glamorous & Sexy (and I'm just talking about our Bride :) Her color Palette: Charcoal Grey and Fushia, sets the tone beautifully. Not to mention the Gorgeous Florals by the Talented NICOLE HA.

Another Favorite Vendor, Photographer Thai Mai did an amazing job to help me relieve the moment, as if it was just yesterday. 

335 Powell Street. 
San Francisco
Tel: (415) 774-0126

Let's just begin with the Super Adorable Ring Bearer and Flower Girl :)  

The Ceremony

Her Beautiful Gown



Silver Chivari Chairs by Especially Yours, LLC
Beautiful Florals by Nicole Ha







Super Cute Shoes and Matching Sunglasses!




LOVE THIS!!!!



even the back of her dress is sexy! Love it!

Want to see more of their Wedding? Check out Thai Mai Photographer's BLOG

Thanks to Thai Mai for the photos!