My name is Maria but my friends call me Ary. I just recently quit my job as a Quality Assurance Specialist and decided to venture around the world. To learn new things, meet new people, share and gain knowledge, travel, relax, be happy, and make memories; these are the things that I see myself doing in these coming months.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Living with the locals is perfect for my plan in my upcoming trips. I would like to take my recipe blog to another level, by learning different cuisines as I travel and be inspired by the people who will share their culture with me. Basically, to take my kitchen around the world and meet new people.

Interests

traveling, adventures, food, cooking, karaoke, outdoor/extreme activities (though I'm not very sporty just courageous), wonder around, appreciate the world.

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: house, indie, jazz, bossa nova, electronic
Movies by Woody Allen and a lot more
I stay out too much, so I still haven't started any. If you will recommend a very good one, I'm gonna try :)

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Cliff jumping and skydiving in Hawaii
Snorkeling in the Philippine and Caribbean islands
Hot air balloon ride in Temecula, California
Made the best vegan raspberry chocolate cake
Hiking in Grouse Mountain in Vancouver, BC
Hiking in Mt. Baldy in California
And many more, can't wait to share with you :)

Teach, Learn, Share

I can share/teach a recipe from my own country in exchange to yours :)

Stories about my blind dog too!

What I Can Share with Hosts

Smile, memories and good company :)

Countries I’ve Visited

Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Cambodia, Canada, Peru, Puerto Rico, Saint Lucia, Saint Martin (French part), Thailand, Viet Nam, Virgin Islands, U.S.

Countries I’ve Lived In

Philippines, United States