Sunday, January 27, 2008

Teriyaki Donuts


Teriyaki Donuts
Originally uploaded by Inkyhack.
Another Teriyaki Donut joint in Modesto, California. But wait, there's more. It's also a gas station! And better yet, it also has a Mexican restaurant too (not pictured, but take my word for it)

Teriyaki Donuts


Teriyaki Donuts
Originally uploaded by Inkyhack.
Another Teriyaki Donut joint in Modesto, California. But wait, there's more. It's also a gas station! And better yet, it also has a Mexican restaurant too (not pictured, but take my word for it)

Monday, January 21, 2008

Jan 20 2008 Molinari


Jan 20 2008 Molinari
Originally uploaded by Inkyhack.
Found in north beach - a long-established Italian deli that serves enchiladas. We have to remember that the fastest growing "minority" group in California is the Hispanic/Latino group, and they are obviously creating influence on all other ethnic groups in the state. It will be interesting to see how much tastes and cultures will change in the next 20 years because of this shift.

Jan 20 2008 Happy New Year


Jan 20 2008 Happy New Year
Originally uploaded by Inkyhack.
This was in the door to a private residence in San Francisco. It's Mickey and Minnie Mouse wishing everyone a Happy New Year in both English and Chinese. While not surprising since Disney is such a world-wide venture, it's a nice reminder that the American culture has really spread round the globe in obvious and not-so-obvious ways. For some reason, I couldn't help but think of the movie "Blade Runner" which so brilliantly mixed American, Chinese, Japanese and Arab cultures seamlessly throughout the film, including inventing a language that was a mix of all four cultures.

Jan 20 2008 Bagels and Vietnamese Sandwiches

Found a restaurant that sells both Bagels and Vietnamese sandwiches in San Francisco. Oh, and English tea too.