Email Author MICHELLE WOO

2011 Stories by MICHELLE WOO

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  This is The Triple Double Oreo

  published Aug 19, 2011

  rIn today's episode of Food Made Bigger, we bring you the Triple Double Oreo, on shelves this week.    My writer's brain is still trying to figure out the math behind "triple double" (sounds... More >>

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  Weekend Guide: BBQ, Beer and a Chef Throwdown

  published Aug 18, 2011

  You're busy people. Let us plan your weekend for you. Happy eating! TODAYOrange County BBQ Bonanza What: BBQ ribs, pulled pork, tri-tip, sausages. And maybe some Handi Wipes. The four-day BB... More >>

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  What's Cool Now: Beer Ice Cream

  published Aug 17, 2011

  In the summer, few things bring more joy than beer and ice cream. It seems like destiny that the two should hook up. A group of buddies in Atlanta discovered their calling by accident when someon... More >>

• No. 42: Dipped Italian Beef Sandwich at Portillo's

  published Aug 17, 2011

  Okay, okay. That little place you stumbled upon in Chicago/your mom makes a better one--that's fine. There's still no denying the awesomeness of this sandwich.  Seasoned, tender, thinly shaved be... More >>

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  OC Housewives Respond to Suicide of Real Housewives of Beverly Hills Husband Russell Armstrong

  published Aug 16, 2011

  Sad news in the real-life world of the Real Housewives.  rRussell Armstrong, the estranged husband of Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Taylor Armstrong, was found dead in his bedroom last ni... More >>

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  OC Foodie Fest 2011 Announces Food Truck Lineup

  published Aug 16, 2011

  This is the big one, folks. The Coachella of OC food truck events. Get out your walking shoes, elastic waistbands/maxi dresses and dollar bills. The OC Foodie Fest 2011 is coming to the Angel Sta... More >>

• No. 43: Spicy Wontons at A & J Restaurant

  published Aug 16, 2011

  Welcome to the Weekly's list of our 100 Favorite Dishes for 2011! Tune in every day until we get to numero uno! Now, on to the latest entry. . . .Let's cut to the chase. The wontons are good--dollops ... More >>

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  No. 44: Saffron Rice Pudding at Wholesome Choice

  published Aug 15, 2011

  Welcome to the Weekly's list of our 100 Favorite Dishes for 2011! Tune in every day until we get to numero uno! Now, on to the latest entry. . . .Don't be put off by the blindingly yellow hue. Sholeh ... More >>

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  Manny Pacquiao's Love Ballad Hits The Charts

  published Aug 12, 2011

  Manny Pacquiao can knock a dude out, but can he hit falsettor The Filipino boxing champ and congressman has long moonlighted as an amateur crooner--check out these five YouTube videos--but now he... More >>

• Benefit Concert for G.I. Joe Search and Rescue, Featuring Andrew Figueroa Chiang, Tony T. Nguyen and Peachy Keene

  published Aug 12, 2011

  Last month, the Weekly published a cover story on G.I. Joe Search and Rescue, an OC group that treks through canyons, creeks, rivers and forests to look for those who've gone missing. By tying th... More >>

• This Weekend: Art Crawl Experience (ACE), Anthill Pub & Grille's Summer Beerfest, Tustin Brewing Company's 15th Anniversary

  published Aug 12, 2011

  It's the weekend! At least in our brains. Eat, drink and be yo merry selves with these cool events happening around town.  Saturday: Art Crawl Experience (ACE) Food and art merge effort... More >>

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  Some Details on The Bruery's Black Tuesday 2011 Release

  published Aug 11, 2011

  For beer geeks eagerly awaiting the release of The Bruery's Black Tuesday 2011, here's a bit of information to quench your thirst.  (No, don't start lining up just yet.)  The news comes from... More >>

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  Domino's Brings Back Creepy Mascot, The Noid

  published Aug 11, 2011

  We tried, but we just couldn't "avoid the Noid." Domino's Pizza has brought back the '80s mascot--a creepy dude in a red bunny (r) suit--to celebrate his 25th birthday. It's part of an online pro... More >>

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  Del Taco's New Logo Looks A Lot Like Its Old Logo

  published Aug 10, 2011

  Here's the Del Taco logo we know and love. After the jump, see the spiffy new logo!   rWithout a direct comparison, it's kind of like when your wife or girlfriend asks if you notice anything... More >>

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  Calorie-Counters Duped by Costa Mesa-based Galeos Salad Dressing May Be Entitled to a Full Refund

  published Aug 10, 2011

  Those who purchased a bottle of Galeos Salad Dressing got more than they asked for. Like love handles and a double chin.   In a real-life version of the Seinfeld frozen yogurt episode, the C... More >>

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  Care For a Glass of Cold, Refreshing Pee Waterr

  published Aug 10, 2011

  With Texas facing a nasty drought, some folks are going deep into the bowels of, well, bowels, for drinking water.  The town of Big Spring is breaking ground on a $13 million plant that will take... More >>

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  Whole Foods Scrambles To Do Damage-Control After One Region Buckles Under Islamophobic Pressure

  published Aug 09, 2011

  Whole Foods wants to get one thing straight: Addressing a report from our sister paper Houston Press--Whole Foods: "We Should Not Highlight Ramadan"--which set off a maelstrom of attacks on the h... More >>

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  Chicken Charlie's, Maker of Deep-Fried Kool-Aid and the Krispy Kreme Sandwich, to Open an OC Restaurantr

  published Aug 09, 2011

  Our arteries are quivering already. Chicken Charlie's, the county-fair stand famous for its deep-fried wonders--s'mores, PB&J, Oreos, cheesecake, frogs' legs, cheeseburgers and Girl Scout coo... More >>

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  Eight Hilarious 'I Love Lucy' Food Moments

  published Aug 08, 2011

  Lucille Ball would have turned 100 over the weekend. In honor of the lovable redhead, we present eight outrageous "I Love Lucy" food moments, from candy wrapping to grape stomping.  8. The Gang S... More >>

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  WTF: Attacked By a Sharkr Show Proof and Get Free Sushi At Florida Restaurant

  published Aug 05, 2011

  Calling all shark attack victims! Show evidence of your attack--"photos, videos, headlines, and scars" will do--and Kaiju Sushi in New Smyrna Beach, Fla., will give you a free Shark Attack Roll. ... More >>

• A Bitter Battle: An Orange HOA vs. The Backyard Play Set

  published Aug 05, 2011

  A four-year battle has been raging in a quiet Orange community, one that's ridden with threats and attorney involvement.      The issue: a backyard play set.  Karl and Cindy Seppal... More >>

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  It's National Taco Bell Dayr

  published Aug 05, 2011

  Yeah, this is pretty much how most new throwaway holidays start.  A couple of Facebook users declare August 5 National Taco Bell Day. More than 45,000 people say they're "attending." Taco Bell go... More >>

• Amazing: Parmesan Pencils, Ready To Be Sharpened

  published Aug 04, 2011

  We try not to post stuff here that you can't actually purchase, but this was too mind-blowing to pass up. Parmesan pencils. Sharpen them and sprinkle the shavings onto salads and other dishes. So port... More >>

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  Photos and Recap: Kobayashi Swallows 81 Tacos at the Gringo Bandito Taco Challenge

  published Aug 04, 2011

  "He's gonna puke!" a spectator declares from the crowd in equal parts horror and amusement. A concerned mother motions her children away from the table, one that has suddenly been transforme... More >>

• Watch The Gringo Bandito Taco Challenge Live at 1 P.M.

  published Aug 03, 2011

  If you can't make it to the Gringo Bandito Taco Challenge today, you can watch the messy throwdown live at 1 p.m. right here, after the jump. (By the way, check out this epic photo of Kobayashi in Gri... More >>