It’s rare that I rant and grunt about restaurants, this is one of those days. Constantly advocating that successful restaurant offer a complete dining experience, few owners have opened their eyes. As a result, a high percentage of restaurants go belly up. Complete experience means
(great food) + (service) + (ambiance)
On Monday, I [...]

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Palencia
3870 17th Street.
San Francisco, CA 94114
Tel: (415) 522-1881
Tue-Sun 5:00 p.m.-10:30 p.m.
Sat-Sun 2:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
Closed Monday
Prices: $$ ($18 per person)
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(photos: Palencia owner,fresh lumpia,noodle,fried banana,guinataang)
(video: YouTube with Bourdain eating duck Balut)
Growing up in the San Francisco, a handful of my friends were Filipino. My virgin encounter tasting Filipino food was [...]

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(photos: fresh sea urchin from dive, sea urchin 1/2 shell, see urchin roll, video:Ironchef sea urchin battle)
“Give me a damm chance, I muttered to myself!” During my college days, this phrase frequently transmitted through my brain waves. Not like the hunk I am today, during college I remember the desperate times. During [...]

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Read this blog for a preface about Pinkberry.
If you have seen me recently, I am getting fat. Swimming at YMCA yesterday, I can see my beer belly protruding. Looking like I swallowed a football, I recently contemplated about get an ab belt. Watching late night television, I have seen a few ab [...]

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After a grease feast at Jack in the Box, I quickly needed to tango with Californian gourmet. A few years ago, I traveled to Paris to play an anxious student. With open ears and mouth, I learned more about why the French cuisine reign amongst the culinary kings. Referred to as the “sandwich [...]

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(Photos: fried taco, bacon cheeseburger Jr.,stoner video:YouTube)
A few years ago, I was stuck in the cubicle working for California Culinary Academy on Polk St. My life sucked. As an admissions rep, I had to call up high school students and try to get them to apply to our school. My management sucked. Whenever [...]

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This week, I attended Web 2.0 Expo aka Nerd Fest. Yes, I had Nerd Orgasm. Don’t get me wrong, I love nerds. They out scored me in my SATs during high school and act as the pillar of innovation. During middle school, flocks of nerds chased after me. They hunted [...]

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(L-R:roti,corn fritter,beef rendang,Chef Ming,curry noodle)
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Lime Tree
450A Irving St. (@6th Ave.)
San Francisco, CA 94122
Tel: (415) 665-1415
Open Tuesday to Sunday
Tue-Fri: Lunch 11am-3pm, Dinner 5pm to 9pm
Closed Monday
Prices: $$ ($7-$15 per person)
www.limetreesf.com
It’s 2am and I am craving Ming’s curry noodle. It’s true though, it is often said that quality food cannot [...]

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When I worked for California Culinary Academy recruiting future student chefs, I mastered my way through the authentic eateries in the seedy Tenderloin district. Returning to Bodega Bistro last week, I found the food delicious and service attentive. [...]

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Parisians are known to be snobby about art,fashion, and especially their food. Two year ago, I traveled to Paris and immersed myself into grand dior of life. To celebrate my birthday this year, I dined at a French bistro in Noe valley.
Food.
With dark mahogany walls and tables, created an elegant atmosphere. [...]

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Recently, Justin sought my few cents on Sushi Bistro located on Balboa in San Francisco. On a leafy street in the Richmond district, Sushi Bistro serves Neo Sushi. A form of Japanese cuisine mixed with a modern twist. The hamachi (yellowtail) nigiri is buttery in text and melts in your mouth. [...]

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Yesterday, I took a trip down memory lane. Returned to a place where I once called home, Berkeley. Known for their nude street dancers and countless protests, many over look their culinary delights. Whether you’re a starving student (rags) or just closed a bling bling contract (riches), there is a great range [...]

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{Photos: Daiwa sushi-Japan, Kabuto, Koo-assorted sushi, Koo-Spoonful of Happiness}
“I was once blind, but now I can see.” This quote truly reflects my taste in sushi. Three years ago, I backpacked in Tokyo. I truly tasted the best sushi ever located next to the famous fish market. Good sushi is all about [...]

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(Source: YouTube – featuring Kimberly Joseph: Cindy on Lost)
David Novak should thank me. Yesterday, I ordered KFC promotional special (9 dark pieces-$8.95). This added to his bottom line. As the CEO of Yum Brands, a recently Forbes article reported that he received $10.6 million in 2007. (Forbes – Full Article) Yum Brands [...]

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Starting up a conversation with someone you’re attracted to from the opposite sex is easy, just talk food experiences. Acting as a common denominator, food topics are intriguing and create conversation often leading to further discussion. A great setting to create conversation and community eating are dining at buffets.
(note: In college, my [...]

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San Tung
1031 Irving St. (Between 11th & 12th)
San Francisco, CA 94122
Tel: (415) 242-0828
Open Thursday to Tuesday
11 A.M to 9:30 P.M
Closed Wednesday (accept Visa & Mastercard)
Prces: $$ ($10-$20 per person)
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Campusfork blog combines (tasting food) + (food business).
Many investors over look the money that can be made on a food related stock. Imagine that. “Eat What You Own.” Chipotle Mexican Grill is a great example. Each time you spend $7 bucks on their burrito, you’re adding to their revenue.
Food.
Chipotle [...]

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