   Born and raised in Jakarta, Indonesia, I left the city right after highschool for my higher education and have travelled and lived in various parts of the globe. Yes, I am well-travelled and have met and made friends with people from all around the world, learned about their beautiful cultures, and most importantly, their wonderful FOOD! :) Thanks to these opportunities, I have broadened my worldview while maintaining my root.

I am a chemist by education and an artist by nature. I work as an assistant professor, so I learn new stuff everyday. Every November, I regularly volunteer to demonstrate my cool knowledge to highschool students. I always attract huge crowds, since the demo will normally involve fire and beautiful colors. This is my favorite time of the year, since I get the chance to \"act\" as a superwoman with many talents.