Entries from February 2009

Rayfil’s YMCA Spoof: Bio rad innovative spoof

February 26th, 2009 · 3 Comments

Rayfil as Karate Kid
Yesterday, I had great surprise. My role as “karate kid” in a YMCA spoof had arrived. Bio Rad, a biotech company, is being innovative by introducing new products using viral videos.
The marketing campaigns includes auditions.
Click {Bio Rad Marketing Campaign}
Note: The Caeser character is actor Franco, also the announcer at Warrior’s [...]

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Lee’s Sandwich: Budget Vietnamese sandwich in Tenderloin San Francisco

February 25th, 2009 · No Comments

Lee’s Sandwiches
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In the seedy Tenderloin district in San Francisco, there are a few great places for sandwiches. Trying to avoid the mile long line at Saigon Sandwich, I hip – hop over to Lee’s Sandwiches. A great sandwich starts with texture. Served on a crunchy French roll, [...]

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Fatburger at Harrah’s Lake Tahoe: hamburger that was underseasoned and underdressed

February 25th, 2009 · No Comments

Fatburger
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Eating a great burger is just like riding Space Mountain roller coaster at Disneyland. First, there is anticipation for something thrilling. The speed, mysterious out of space ambiance, and lively screams add to the experience. The ride itself is memorable.
But after visiting Fatburger at Harrah’s in Lake Tahoe, [...]

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Forrest Buffet: Harrah’s Buffet Lake Tahoe with prime rib and cocktail shrimp

February 24th, 2009 · No Comments

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“I don’t eat beef!”
“I’m a vegetarian!”
“Let do Asian tonight!”
Like a popular Chinese food dish, my date can sometimes be {sweet} or {sour}. After snowboarding and burning infinite calories on the top of the mountain, I was ready for comfort food heaven. Only one hurdle came head on. [...]

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International House of Pancakse (IHOP): free pancakes for charity

February 24th, 2009 · No Comments

IHOP is teaming up with Children’s Miracle Network for a one day charity event. Each guest will receive a free short stack pancake and will be encouraged to donate proceeds to charity. {Event details}
Ends tonight.

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Food Photos: taking good photos

February 24th, 2009 · No Comments

a. Prime rib picture lacking light

b. Spinach Salad with great lighting
This past Saturday, I attended a class on photography atWolf, a local camera store. Photography translates to “light writer.” I learned more about the how lighting plays a major role.
The class prepared me to take better food photos. Both picture (a.) + (b.) [...]

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Campusfork Food Show Episode #3: Simple Budget Garlic Noodles

February 22nd, 2009 · 1 Comment

Happy Sunday. Enjoy our third Campusfork food show episode.
Watch + comment
Now Save 80% Off with every order of $25 Gift Certificates. Use code DINE and pay $2 thru 2/28/09.

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Chevy’s Happy Hour: $3 Nachos and $3 Drinks

February 20th, 2009 · No Comments

Now Save 80% Off with every order of $25 Gift Certificates. Use code DINE and pay $2 thru 2/28/09.

“More chips and salsa please, whenever you get the chance!”

One gentle bite, the thin corn chips shattered.
The party train had arrived.
After forty minutes of waited, we were finally seated.
Looking at the prices, it was a no brainer.

Spicy [...]

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Lamb Shoulder and fresh poached shrimp recipe: surf and turf dinner

February 20th, 2009 · No Comments

{Lamb Shoulders}

I love rack of lamb. But priced at around $12 per pound, it does not meet my budget. So, I tried lamb shoulder, priced attractively at $3.50 per pound. Simply rub the meat with Dijon mustard and grill with garlic.
Grill each side for about 6 minutes before flipping.
{Trumpet Mushrooms}

For veggies, try [...]

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Mission Street Food: low-down haute cuisine featuring Anthony Myint

February 20th, 2009 · No Comments

Late January, we blogged about Mission Street Food {blog}. Another Mission Street Food SFGate article has surfaced.
Chef Anthony Myint is remarkable. He found a Chinese restaurant not in use at night and started creating.
Instead of spending money on advertisement, he started a movement.
Serving quality food at quality price + donate some proceeds to [...]

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