Archive for April 2007
Hot bubbly tofu
Posted by: virgoblue on: Sunday, April 22, 2007
When you think Korean food you usually think of the traditional BBQ meats flavored with a distinctive sweet yet garlicy marinade. But I enjoy a different type of Korean food.
Tofu soups became popular in their native country during the Korean War. It is basically a tofu soup/stew with a rich soup base and silken tofu. The soup usually has pork, beef, [...]
An S.F. foodie’s trip to NYC
Posted by: virgoblue on: Thursday, April 19, 2007
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Flickr photo by alicechan26
Last week I was fortunate enough to visit a city I love, the Big Apple (which of course makes me sound like a total tourist). I love the Bay Area, but there are still some foods you just can’t find outside of NYC.
First stop the day I arrived was John’s Pizzeria (44th St. [...]
Remember this address for brunch…900 Grayson
Posted by: virgoblue on: Saturday, April 14, 2007
Flickr photo by “foodblogger”
Just visited 900 Grayson @ Seventh in Berkeley with pal J. Lo. I wanted to find a nice place for us to have a birthday brunch before heading over to the massive sale they’re having at Jeremy’s on College & Ashby. MASSIVE sale.
My usual choice when trying to find a nice lunch [...]
Some boutiques, a nail spa, and a sale.
Posted by: virgoblue on: Thursday, April 12, 2007
Photo of nail salon within Azalea boutique from www.azaleaonline.com.
I love the fashions you can find at boutiques. The stuff is different from what you’d find at Macy’s or Bloomingdale’s. But boutique shopping can be expensive.
However, there are the occasional exceptions. There’s Find Outlet in Manhattan (gotta check it out if you’re there!), Pearl Wonderful Clothing in Larkspur (great deals in [...]
It’s not New York, but it’ll do.
Posted by: virgoblue on: Saturday, April 7, 2007
Flickr photo by tspauld
My friends know how I complain that you can’t find a REAL Jewish-style corned beef, pastrami, or Reuben sandwich in the Bay Area (like the ones you find in NYC). It’s so damn frustrating, especially if you’ve got a real hankering for one. But while trying to find some interesting food to [...]
