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Coco Ichiban Curryhouse – Torrance Meets Japan To Make Currry

August 31, 2011

So who invented curry?  India? Japan? The middle East?  Well, whoever invented it knew what they were doing.  Curry has such a pronounced flavor.  It is familiar, yet exotic. As a Korean American, I ate the Japanese kind a lot growing up.  Those solid blocks of curry, oil, and MSG was sometimes a common staple […]

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El Farolito – Authentic Mexican Food, and not in Los Angeles

August 28, 2011

Sometimes, you come across a family operation, and the food just speaks for itself.  El Farolito has some great home comfort Mexican food.  It is authentic as can be, and in the Orange County? No kidding.  This is my favorite Mexican restaurant in all of Orange County, so far.  Their food is simple, and really […]

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Papaya King – Hollywood Takes On a New York City Icon

August 25, 2011

It took 80 years for Papaya King to come to the West Coast.  Anyone who lives in New York knows what Papaya King is all about.  This is their right of passage.  The Hot Dog of NYC. It went through countless years of media, press, and New York culture, and here it is now.  Just […]

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Diddy Riese Cookies – UCLA Has A Sweet, Not So Little Secret

August 20, 2011

When I think of the city of Westwood, I think of UCLA.  When I think of UCLA, I think of half of the Koreans I know, and Diddy Riese Cookies. UCLA and Diddy Riese just go hand in hand.  Diddy’s used to sell their sandwiches for a $1.  Today, the prices rose 50 cents to […]

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Bruxie – Belgium Waffle Sandwiches for Me & You

August 15, 2011

Once in a while, you come across something so cool and delicious.  You eat it, and realize what you are eating, and you ask yourself, “why didn’t I think of that?!”  Bruxie is a gourmet waffle sandwich shop located in Orage, CA. It is close to Orange Square where we have Felix Continental Cafe, Rutabegorz,  […]

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Malibu Seafood – Seaside Shop Sells Seafood by the Seashore

August 11, 2011

Malibu Seafood is a small stand situated on the Pacific Coast Highway, just at the start of Corral Canyon Park.  People cruising down PCH can stop at this small shop and find some of the freshest seafood. There is a small fish market inside as well as a tank of lobsters and crab.  Everything looked […]

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Cactus Mexican Food – Hollywood Goes Mexican On Us

August 11, 2011

Los Angeles has some good Mexican food, maybe the best in the world.  Though that may be a stretch, I know we are pretty close. One of my favorite snacking spots for some tacos is Cactus in Los Angeles. The meat here is like no other.  It is almost over cooked to a crispiness, but […]

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Mi Piace – Mi Non Piace

August 9, 2011

There comes a time where Italian food is all you need.  You got carbs cooked to perfection, oils and sauces of your liking, maybe some kind of protein, and cheese.  Simple goodness.  This is all I want from Italian cooking.   Maybe I totally ordered the wrong dishes, or this place isn’t what its all […]

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The Crab Cooker – Newport Eats Lots a Fish

August 3, 2011

Walking around Newport Beach, I basked in the sun and enjoyed the simple life of a beach bum.  I check out some shops, the harbor, and little eateries — I came across The Crab Cooker. Upon entering, I saw a mini fish market along with people waiting in line to eat.  I didn’t want to […]

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Susina Bakery & Cafe – Yummy Pastries, Yummy Cakes, Yummy Pies

August 1, 2011

This cute little bakery is really what Los Angeles needs more of.  Quickly, Los Angeles is losing that touch of sidewalk cafes and corner bakeries. If you go to London, Paris, or New York, sidewalk cafes and shops are all scattered throughout town.  On your daily commute, you can easily pass by a handful of […]

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Umami Burger – It Just Isn’t My Ideal Burger

August 1, 2011

Well let’s see.  I can say that I have had my share of good burgers.  Some were the huge messy kind, some the simple and delicious kind.  I have tried the burgers at Umami Burger a couple of times. I want to like it because so many people say it is so good, but I […]

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Gladstone’s – Long Beach’s Waterfront Dining Disappoints

August 1, 2011

I hate to write a negative blog post, but this one will be it.  People don’t only need to know what is delicious out there, but they also need to know what isn’t. Sadly, Gladstone’s in Long Beach was not.  Every quality a good restaurant should have, this one did not have it.  Not only […]

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Bouchon (Venetian) – You Can’t Do French Without Thomas Keller

July 29, 2011

A birthday dinner has to consist of two things:  good food and good company.  Luckily, I had both.  I had some amazing food that I would never eat on a daily basis, and my favorite person next to me, who treated me out for my birthday. A birthday doesn’t get any better now does it. […]

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Cafe Vettro (Aria) – Newers isn’t Always Better

July 27, 2011

You are in Vegas.  It is late, and you don’t quite want to call it a night.  A light night snack is in order.  Where do I decide to go?  Aria.  I never seen City Center, and I wanted a cold drink and dessert. I decided to go to Cafe Vettro to kill two birds […]

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The Buffet (Wynn) – My Eyes Are Bigger Than My Stomach

July 26, 2011

There is nothing greater than stuffing your face with everything and anything for 40 bucks. I mean, that is what Vegas is all about right? Prime rib here, some macaroni here, sushi and sashimi here.  Anything you want, you got it. I know everyone has their favorite buffet at Las Vegas.  Some are die hard […]

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Jean-Philippe Pâtisserie – Chocolate Fountains and World Records (Bellagio)

July 19, 2011

Sometimes you enter a place, and you are instantly happy.  The colors and the decor just pop and makes you somewhat feel like a kid again.  This feeling I am talking about is the feeling you get walking into Disneyland or in my case, Walking into Jean-Philippe Pâtisserie. Visually this place is stunning.  The mellow […]

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Bobby Flay’s Mesa Grill – South West Cuisine @ Caesars Palace

July 15, 2011

An avid fan of all things Food Network, and a personal fan of Bobby Flay, it was a special time at Mesa Grill. My girlfriend took me here for lunch on my birthday and it was special.  I don’t know if I ever ate at a famous chef’s restaurant before. Located at Caesars Palace, the […]

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Plums Cafe – Costa Mesa’s Very Own Breakfast Corner

July 11, 2011

Every city or town has their own breakfast spot.  They are usually busy on weekends and are popular amongst locals.  Plum’s would be the equivalent to that for Newport Beach and Costa Mesa. Their food is classic American breakfast food spun up in a classy and delicious way. What was for breakfast?  Or was it […]

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Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt on the Boardwalk – Summer is at Long Beach

July 8, 2011

Yeah, there is nothing like having ice cream on the boardwalk.  It is as American as apple pie.  On a nice warm day, with the ocean in front of you, what is better than a nice big ice cream cone?  Nothing. I was at Long Beach — I was literally just driving around LA, and […]

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A.O.C. – Appellation d’Origine Controlee Done the Los Angeles Way

July 5, 2011

Why try one dish for dinner when you can have 5, maybe 6!  It’s all about the tapas at A.O.C.  Small plates, appetizer style — a good amount is about 2 to 3 plates per person.  This place is well known for their amazing wine selection and cheese bar.  Imagine some fine wine, a great […]

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