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May 20, 2013
Ice Cream Fried Bread Cone = Ice Cornet, a Sweet Treat Coming to Mitsuwa in Costa Mesa This Week
Mitsuwa is continually bringing us tastes of Japan in the form of limited-time special items, and this one caught my eye. It's the Ice Cornet, a swirl of soft-serve ice cream inside warm bread shaped like a cone. The picture above doesn't do the concoction justice--it's huge! The treat is popular ... More >>
Food
May 2, 2013
Urban Seoul's Bulgogi Nation
This Irvine restaurant is the latest Kogi knock-off, but it's a damn great one
Blogs
December 27, 2012
Top 5 Food Videos of 2012
What kind of world would it be without Internet video? Most give The Food Network, Comedy Central and Cartoon Network a run for their money, and best of all, you need only commit to a few minutes of your time instead of a full half-hour.Here are my favorite videos of the year.
Blogs
October 30, 2012
Watch Two Weeks Of Eating in Japan Condensed To Three Minutes
Got three minutes? Wanna go eat in Japan? Here's a video that proves that you don't need to be Anthony Bourdain to do mouthwatering food porn. You just need a good camera and to know where to point it. Combined with funky, 8-bit music, the gorgeously shot and edited 3-minute short was uploaded a few ... More >>
Blogs
October 15, 2012
Original Iron Chef Gets New Chairman; Japan Not Happy
Can someone be too young and too handsome? Apparently if you've been anointed the new chairman of Iron Chef Japan, you can. Kotaku is reporting that Japanese fans of the original Iron Chef are up in arms over the striking good looks and youth of the new chairman producers have chosen to preside over ... More >>
Blogs
September 26, 2012
Death By China Screening and Special Panel Discussion Set For Anaheim on Sept. 28
Some critics have declared that Death By China is fueled by warmongering, anti-Chinese sentiment and others call the film/book another important wake up call to a looming disaster.You can make up your own mind Friday night in Anaheim when there will be a special showing of the controversial, 79-minu ... More >>
Blogs
September 24, 2012
Burger King Introduces Black-Bunned Burger With Squid Ink Ketchup In Japan
I'm really not sure what the appeal here is. A few weeks ago, it was McDonald's that offered black and white burgers in China. Now, it appears the Burger Kings in Japan are getting into burger noir act, too. Starting this Friday, September 28, the Japanese arm of the King will start selling the ... More >>
Blogs
August 20, 2012
Chinese Chef Builds And Sells Noodle Making Robots
A chef in China has built an army of robots he's selling to noodle restaurants. The automatons have blinking eyes and a swiveling arm that slices noodles with a windshield wiper-like movements. Since production started in March, he's reportedly sold about 3000 of these robots for about $2,000 each, ... More >>
Film
July 26, 2012
Ai Weiwei: Raise a Finger
Even China can't shut up the artist/gadfly
Blogs
July 18, 2012
On the Line: Donald Williams of Curry House CoCo Ichibanya, Part Two
We don't know if we were more surprised or relieved that Donald was a man of choice words. It might be because he used to teach English, and we were prepared to type a whole lot more. Either way, his demeanor was about as chill as could be right before a lunch service.Read our interview with Donald ... More >>
Blogs
July 17, 2012
On the Line: Donald Williams of Curry House CoCo Ichibanya, Part One
Donald Williams was careful to explain that the operation is a team effort. There is no designated chef at Coco Ichibanya. Sauce, protein, starch, and perhaps a veg. There's a certain amount of assembly (and a whole lotta curry) involved. He also mentioned their next location in K-town, opening in t ... More >>
Blogs
July 9, 2012
[UPDATED: Company Decides Not To Sell in China] Urban Decay, 'Cruelty-Free' Makeup Brand, May Allow Products To Be Tested on Animals
See update at the end of this post. Click here for the original post and comments.ORIGINAL POST, JUNE 22, 3:33 P.M.: For years, products from Urban Decay have been stamped with the same tagline: "We don't do animal testing. How could anyone?" How could anyone? Turns out, easily when there ... More >>
Blogs
June 22, 2012
Newport Beach-based Urban Decay, 'Cruelty-Free' Makeup Brand, May Now Allow Products To Be Tested on Animals
For years, products from Urban Decay have been stamped with the same tagline: "We don't do animal testing. How could anyone?" How could anyone? Turns out, easily when there are dollar signs involved. The Newport Beach-based makeup company, which long prided itself on its "cruelty-free" sta ... More >>
Blogs
April 25, 2012
Huntington Beach Businessman Nailed For Exporting Thermal Imaging Cameras To China
A 52-year-old Huntington Beach businessman got sentenced this week for exporting seven thermal imaging cameras to China in violation of U.S. national security controls.Jason Jian Liang, a 1985 immigrant from China and president of Sanwave International Corp., admitted that he did not seek export lic ... More >>
Culture
April 19, 2012
Daiso Is Dollar Shopping, Japan-Style
[Trendzilla] The Irvine store has a yen for big savings!
Blogs
January 28, 2012
Popular YouTube Chef Seriously Injured
If Cooking With Dog isn't the most popular cooking channel on YouTube, it is certainly the most beloved. The series of cooking shorts that details, step-by-step, the creation of more than 70 Japanese dishes was recently selected for a YouTube Japanese Award. Our sister blog SFoodie shares our lov ... More >>
Blogs
January 18, 2012
5 Strange Video Game-Inspired Dishes From Japan
Here in the United States, we do silly things like honor our precious movie stars by naming sandwiches after them. To name a few, there are the "Woody Allen" at Carnegie Deli in New York, "The Salma" and "The Kiera" at Hot Doug's in Chicago, and "Marilyn Monroe"--a Thanksgiving-style turkey sandw ... More >>
Blogs
January 17, 2012
Infographic: How to Be a Douche In the Buffet Line
Years back, Pizza Hut in China tried to put an end to the Homer Simpsons of the world by enforcing a one-plate-per-person rule for its salad buffet. Customers were all like, "What the heck, man?" And then they were all like, "CHALLENGE!" In stunning acts of engineering and douchebagg ... More >>
Blogs
November 30, 2011
[PHOTO] Occupy Chik-fil-A? People Camped Outside Fullerton Location for Chance to Win Free Food for a Year
One day--one glorious day, when stock markets are raging, gas is a buck a gallon, and China is our overlords--someone's going to write the They Shoot Horses, Don't They? of gimmicks involving the opening of chain restaurants, the urging of making people camp for the chance to win free food for a ... More >>
Blogs
October 19, 2011
Can Tilapia Take the Place of Shark in Shark Fin Soup?
California has made international news with our recent effort to ban the sale of shark fin soup, the Chinese delicacy that unfortunately is leading to the extinction of too many shark species. Now comes word from a Taiwanese fish farmer that he has a perfect solution, one that doesn't necessarily ... More >>
Blogs
October 12, 2011
[UPDATED with Conditions of Injured:] Mysterious Explosion Rocks Newport Beach
UPDATE, OCT. 12, 2:09 P.M.: Newport Beach fire officials still haven't found the cause of an explosion that sent four people to a hospital this morning. Three are in serious condition with burns to their arms and faces, while the fourth, who drove to the hospital, sustained moderate injuries. A ... More >>
Calendar
September 29, 2011
'Warriors, Tombs and Temples'
Bowers Museum
Blogs
September 21, 2011
Top Eight Highlights from Tokyo Game Show 2011
Tokyo Game Show, the Japanese expo equivalent of Los Angeles' Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3), was held over the past weekend in the midst of the Japanese scorching summer heat. Along with new information regarding Sony's PlayStation Vita, new game and hardware announcements along with hands-o ... More >>
Blogs
September 16, 2011
Cup Noodles Museum Opens in Japan
You Offend Me You Offend My FamilyThe Cup Noodles Museum opens today! And no, I don't mean my old dorm room closet. Forty years ago, Nissin Foods introduced to the world what would become a food staple of college students, stoners, kitchen klutzes and overworked cubicle rats. To celebr ... More >>
Blogs
September 9, 2011
Weekend Guide: OC Japan Fair, Cupcake Camp and Lotsa Lobsta
Cupcake Camp OC Facebook PageIt's gonna be a crazy weekend 'round here. And it starts . . . now. TODAYOriginal Long Beach Lobster Festival What: Watch out, Sebastian! Loads of crustaceans will be steamed, buttered and served with coleslaw and watermelon at this beloved annual event. &nb ... More >>
Blogs
August 5, 2011
Ajisen Ramen Busted By Chinese Authorities For Lying About Soup
Photo by Keith MayTypically when you hear about food scandals in China, it's dire stuff, dangerous stuff that endangers lives. This one, by comparison, seems like a minor drop in the bucket; but it is making waves just the same. Ajisen Ramen, the giant ramen chain which has 588 stores in China (a ... More >>
Blogs
July 28, 2011
Nintendo Alienates Their Biggest Fans: 5 Nintendo Games that May NEVER Be Released
Pandora's Tower: A game that you may NEVER get a chance to play.This year's lineup of games for Nintendo's systems are running a bit thin. Sure, we've got The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword and a few 3DS games to look forward to, but the number of games that are targeting the experienced gamer cr ... More >>
Blogs
July 13, 2011
Three of Nintendo's Awesome Japanese Services That We Will Never See
Recently available to Nintendo 3DS owners--of Japan and Europe, for now--is the Nintendo Video service. The service is expected to release "Nintendo-approved" 2D and 3D content to the 3DS with cartoons, comedy clips, and even music videos. Working alongside another application known as SpotPass T ... More >>
Blogs
July 7, 2011
When East Los Meets Tokyo: Chicano Rap and Lowrider Culture in Japan
Earthquakes aren't the only thing that California and Japan have in common. For years Japanese youth have adopted and emulated lowrider culture and Chicano Rap as their own. This peculiar phenomenon attracted a promotional tour to Japan in 2006 by Always Running author Luis J. Rodriguez who brou ... More >>
Blogs
June 14, 2011
Latest Food Scandal: Drinks Tainted With Plasticizers Typically Used To Manufacture PVC Pipes
Flickr user photographynataliaThis is just a stock photo of a typical supermarket shelf of drinks. Drinks shown are not necessarily any of the affected brands.News is that Taiwan and surrounding regions are dealing with the latest tampered food scandal. This time, the alleged offender has been pi ... More >>
Blogs
June 13, 2011
North Korean Soldiers Using Ants as Food Tasters to Guard Against Supposedly Poisoned South Korean Care Packages
Flickr user OliBacWe all know that North Korea's leadership is batshit loco, which has unfortunately left a populace that's hungry when not outright starving. It's almost impossible for South Koreans to send care packages to their brothers and sisters in the Hermit Kingdom--and even if they do, t ... More >>
Blogs
May 18, 2011
Chinese Watermelons Exploding Due To Chemicals
Finally a story about food production in China that brings chuckles, not fear and panic. This video is funny because it involves exploding melons. Overzealous farmers used a growth accelerator called forchlorfenuron (a legal substance) too late in the season which made their whole crop of melons bur ... More >>
Film
May 12, 2011
Crying Rape
Dramatizing—and weeping for—the carnage of the Nanking massacre in 'City of Life and Death'
Blogs
April 20, 2011
Panda Express Heading to . . . China?
Wiki CommonsPanda Express may introduce the people of China to . . . Chinese food--or at least the American bastardization of it.First, Taco Bell made its way to Mexico. Now, Panda Express, which we can thank for bringing glazed orange chicken to mall food courts across the country, may find a pl ... More >>
Blogs
April 14, 2011
Break Me Off a Piece of That (Pounded Soybean Paste) Kit Kat Bar!
I just discovered the flickr set Kit Kats of the World, and boy, we Americans are getting gypped with boring milk chocolate. Japan's got much more intriguing varieties such as salt-watermelon, jasmine tea, chocolate & grilled potato, wasabi, grilled corn, sports drink and even "air-condition ... More >>
Calendar
April 14, 2011
OC (Hearts) Japan
House of Blues
Blogs
April 7, 2011
Flier of the Week: Benefit show for Japan at Alex's Bar
Ever since the major catastrophe in Japan, people have been wondering how they can help the victims, who are just starting to put their lives back together again. For musicians, the best way to help is to put on a show and invite as many bands and DJ's as you can.
Calendar
April 7, 2011
Benefit Show for Japan
Alex's Bar
Blogs
March 30, 2011
Tonight: Baja Sharkeez Newport Beach Fundraiser for Japan
The always loud and festive Baja Sharkeez Newport Beach is stepping up to help the Japan relief effort by hosting a silent auction and raffle tonight from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. There's some serious loot up for bidding--Lakers and Angels tickets, autographed Anaheim Ducks and Los Angeles Kings equipmen ... More >>
Blogs
March 25, 2011
Seated? Dana Rohrabacher Gets One Right!
Dana finally finds an issue he can't botchOkay, sure. Perennially goofy Orange County Congressman Dana Rohrabacher occasionally makes a good point.This week in Washington, Rohrabacher and other Republican politicians questioned planned U.S. aid to China.What does the Obama administration want to ... More >>
Blogs
March 23, 2011
Gwen Stefani Donates $1 Million to Japanese Emergency Fund
After co-opting Japanese fashion for years, Gwen Stefani is giving back. Today, she announced that she donated $1 million to Save the Children's relief efforts for Japan. The No Doubt singer and fashion designer said in a statement: "I've been inspired by Japan for many years and have a true love ... More >>
Blogs
March 17, 2011
Black Eyed Peas, Blink-182, Simon Cowell and More Host Benefits for Japan Via Shows, T-Shirts, Albums, Vids, Tweets
In the wake of the unfathomable disaster in Japan, musicians are showing their support through benefit shows, merch and other creative endeavors, rallying fans to help the country. Their efforts can make a real impact--Gaga's Japan-relief wristbands raised $250,000 in just 48 hours. Here's ... More >>
Blogs
March 16, 2011
Ramen Shop Owner Who Lost His Home in Japan Tsunami Gives Away Noodles
There's a lot of news coming out of Japan, all of it sad, some of it worrisome; but then there are a few stories that instill hope, like this one, which is about an owner of ramen shop in Miyako City who decided to give away his noodles even as he, himself, lost his home in the tsunami. Why? Becau ... More >>
Blogs
March 16, 2011
Japan Radiation No Threat to California, Officials Say
Maybe it's the fact that Japan's Fukushima Nuclear Power Plant has already suffered several explosions, is currently leaking radiation into the air, and seems to be headed toward total meltdown. Maybe it's the fact that a cold pressure system is sucking cold wind out of China and Korea and sendin ... More >>
Blogs
March 16, 2011
How the Video Game Community Is Responding to Japan's Quake Disasters
Masahiro Sakurai's TwitterA photo by Kirby creator Masahiro Sakurai shows empty Tokyo streets after the earthquakeWith the death toll rising above 10,000 people, 88,000 people reported missing and the threat of numerous nuclear meltdowns, Japan is facing its worst national catastrophe since World ... More >>
Blogs
March 15, 2011
Lady Gaga Designs Japan Relief Bracelet, Raises $250,000 So Far
Using her star power and fashion prowess for good, Lady Gaga has designed a "We Pray for Japan" wristband, sold on her site for $5, with all proceeds going toward Japan earthquake/tsunami relief efforts.Today, she tweeted that $250,000 has been raised so far.
Blogs
March 14, 2011
Japan Quake Disaster Raises Fears and Charity in OC
Photo by Airman John D. Partlow/U.S. Air ForceDisplaced commercial airline passengers take shelter inside Taiyo Community Center on Friday.Those following the epic horrors playing out across the Pacific are aware that the 8.9 magnitude earthquake has been officially declared the worst catastrophe ... More >>
Food
March 10, 2011
Morangak Has the Seoul of OC's Little Korean
[Hole In the Wall] This Garden Grove restaurant is famous for its Korean barbecue—but there's more
Blogs
February 9, 2011
Are Chinese Companies Producing Fake Rice From Plastic?
The headline is as scandalous as it gets: "China Makes Fake Rice From Plastic." The news reports, like the one linked above from a site called Very Vietnam, alleges "that some distributors are selling fake rice in Taiyuan, Shaanxi Province, and this rice is a mixture of potatoes, sweet potatoes an ... More >>
Blogs
January 13, 2011
Some of Japan McDonald's New American-Themed Burgers Are Hilariously Misguided
McDonalds.co.jpThe food-blog web is snickering with news that McDonald's outlets in Japan are doing a new burger promotion called Big America 2 (yes, it's a sequel, meaning they've done this before).The burgers, hilarious caricatures and revealing in how Japan sees us, are shown above in all thei ... More >>
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