From time to time I look at restaurants and menus from around the world.  This particular restaurant did not have an english site. So I translated it from Google Translate http://www.wakkoqu.com/food.html “We confirmed in the eyes of your own, including the meat material of the dish  will be cooked in all on your doorstep.  Characteristics …

Signature Beef Line!

Hi guys!  I’m really excited to come out with a signature beef line later this month!  I’m stoked because only the best of the best will be handpicked for my line.  It will be dry aged to specs in our facility in Montana.  And sent directly to your door for amazing eating pleasure in the …

FOOD TO HAVE ON HAND …at all times for yourself and for Guests

People always come over to eat.  It doesn’t matter if it’s 9am or midnight, there’s people dropping by.  For a meal. For a drink. Here are some staples that I think every kitchen needs for the owner and for guests.  Most of the stuff can be stored.  No reason not to have it. DRINKS: I …

One spot

Maybe I need to re-think things.  There is a particular spot in Palos Verdes that consistently has nice visibility even when the rest of the coastline looks like a toilet… so I bring first-timers there in order to experience clear water… but it seems like everyone I bring to this spot either gets lost, or …

Asiana Airlines

Really enjoyed flying over to Hong Kong on Asiana Airlines.  The stewardesses were cute(!!!),  the food was good(!!!) and the service was polite and quick!  Also, I had to extend my trip in Hong Kong… no change flight fee.  I know people might be scared because of the SF crash last year…but after reading more …

Dried Goods

I am in love with Asia’s dried goods.  From sausages stuffed with foie gras to seafood perfectly salted and dried. here: two types of cuttlefish, one smoked octopus.beautiful salted and dried fish (repost from City Super post) Not to mention the unbelievable braised duck tongues (crisp them in a pan) from Taiwan. Thinking to Grab …

If you want good quality seafood…

In terms of difficulty: a) Date a diver. (I’m extremely difficult) b) Learn to dive. (easiest) c) Then, befriend someone who dives. (depends on your interpersonal skills, I suppose…) If all the above fails… you always have Hong Kong.  The abundance of fresh live seafood is unbelievable here.   The seafood doesn’t really start metabolizing …