Commercials hardly affect me anymore. Much of what we watch is online or caught via DVR, and since I usually fast-forward through commercials, I hardly watch them. Even when they're on, it's easy for me to ignore them until they're over. But once in a while I see one that's so different I can't help... Continue Reading →
Variety is the Pumpkin Spice of Life
Note from Darlene: A trip to any big box retailer isn't complete without stopping by the chip/candy/cookie aisle. The choices of overwhelming. Here's Paul's take on the trend. I have a pretty good memory when it comes to random consumerism, especially from my youth. I can still recite commercial jingles long-since mothballed and recall packaging and... Continue Reading →
E & Drink: Introduction to Egg Waffles
When visiting 99 Ranch during its peak hours, I make it a habit to make my visit there as quick as possible. Any regular patron will know that parking on the weekend is always a test of your patience and inside the shopping area can be just as crazy. During one visit, I checked out... Continue Reading →
Los Angeles’ Donut Friend: What’s My Order Again? What’s My Order Again?!?
Donut Friend opened up last week in the Highland Park area of Los Angeles. The shop is owned Mark Trombino who, according to Wikipedia, is a music producer for bands like blink-182 and Jimmy Eat World. This caught my interest right away. Plus, his donut shop specializes in customized donuts. Customizing donuts? I'm in. I... Continue Reading →
Los Angeles Soda Heaven: Galco’s Soda Pop Stop
A note from Darlene: Some women marry men who love beer. I married one who loves soda pop. Instead of doing a write-up on fast food, I had Paul write about Galco's. Galco's Soda Pop Stop in Highland Park was one of my first "foodie" destinations. I can't quite recall what led Darlene and me there... Continue Reading →
Convoy Event Alert: San Diego Night Market
For one night only, the Convoy District will be hosting its very own night market on Saturday, September 28 starting at 5 p.m. This event will held in the Zion Market parking lot on the corner of Clairemont Mesa Blvd. and Convoy, will feature food vendors, entertainment and merchandise. San Diego Night Market is modeled... Continue Reading →
Addendum: RakiRaki’s Underbelly Ramen Burger
After Paul's visit to RakiRaki, I wanted to check it out for myself. Attached at the back of RakiRaki's menu is a list of their various ramen burgers. All burgers are listed at $8.75 and comes with sweet potato fries. There's an additional $1 for avocado and green leaf. As Paul predicted — and he... Continue Reading →
RakiRaki Ramen and Tsukemen: Introducing Their Ramen Burger
A note from Darlene: Every once in a while, I like having Paul write a review for me. This time instead of doing a write-up on fast food, I had him write about his experience with a ramen burger. He had no idea what it was and that people in NYC waited in line for... Continue Reading →
Another San Diego Cronut Contender: Cronut at Peterson’s Donut Corner
My experience with cronut wannabes lately is that the high-end bakeries are trying to grab a piece of the donut with this food fad. So when I see a smaller, lesser known shop come out with their version, I want to cheer them on. When a trip to Riverside brought me close to Peterson's Donut... Continue Reading →
Jack in the Box: Big Waffle Stack
A note from Darlene: Every once in a while, I like having Paul write a review for me. I don’t encourage him to eat fast food but sometimes it’s one less post for me to write. Go Big Or Go Hungry is Jack in the Box's rallying cry for its new large-size burgers and sandwiches,... Continue Reading →
My Burning Kitchen... on the road 