Another noodle house

San Jose Dec 28 2009-59
Originally uploaded by Inkyhack
I also found this place in San Jose. My sister said it's pretty decent.

What fascinated me is the other restaurants in the immediate vicinity - there's is an American Sub sandwich place (not a chain, but an actual family-owned business) in front of it in this strip mall and a taqueria right next door.

Now that's my idea of culinary heaven - mexican, asian and sandwiches all within one block. Only in America.

Pho Lan Noodle House

San Jose Dec 28 2009-54
Originally uploaded by Inkyhack

I found this place in downtown San Jose. Not sure if the Pho is any good as I didn't get a chance to try it, but what struck me was the "Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner" sign on the window.

Pho for breakfast? Is that like having pizza for breakfast? I'm not knocking it, just curious.

For those who don't know, Pho is a Vietnamese soup with rice noodles that tends to be very spicy. I love it and have a friend who makes it from scratch for me on my birthday.

But for breakfast?

I haven't forgotten about this blog

Sorry for the lack of updates. I'm working full-time, working on a master's in the evening, and keeping busy with the jazz. But I haven't abandoned this blog yet. In fact, I recently discovered a Soul Food restaurant near my new house. I've been meaning to get photos of it and write a post on it.

So stay tuned, and thanks for sticking with me.

Ambassador Corps 2009-6

Ambassador Corps 2009-6
Originally uploaded by Inkyhack

This was taken at a reception for college students who did volunteer work in other countries last year. At the reception, they served a hodge-podge of foods from those countries. This is deep-fried bannanas from South America (Brazil, I do believe).

American Comfort Food

San Francisco July 4 2009-11
Originally uploaded by Inkyhack

Yup, a restaurant with a little honesty - American Comfort Food - Breakfast All Day. Woohoo! Gimme a half pound of bacon on top of my Captain Crunch please!

Argentinian Taco Truck

San Francisco July 4 2009-12
Originally uploaded by Inkyhack

Taco Truck in San Franisco that advertises Argentinian food.

Maker Faire 2009-107

Maker Faire 2009-107
Originally uploaded by Inkyhack

Maker Faire 2009, San Mateo California. Only in California.

Maker Faire 2009-116

Maker Faire 2009-116
Originally uploaded by Inkyhack

Maker Faire 2009, San Mateo California. Only in California.

Maker Faire 2009-117

Maker Faire 2009-117
Originally uploaded by Inkyhack

Maker Faire 2009, San Mateo California. Only in California.

April 26 2009-15

April 26 2009-15
Originally uploaded by Inkyhack

Cinnamon Almonds. There are many flavors of almonds, obviously. But why aren't their flavored walnuts or pecans?

April 26 2009-14

April 26 2009-14
Originally uploaded by Inkyhack

Chicken Teriyaki sandwich, "Super" chicken kabob, Peking "chicken wrap," and the "House of Fries." Do the gastronomic wonders never cease to end.

April 26 2009-13

April 26 2009-13
Originally uploaded by Inkyhack

Can kettle corn be old time? I'm actually not sure.

April 26 2009-12

April 26 2009-12
Originally uploaded by Inkyhack

Churos.

April 26 2009-11

April 26 2009-11
Originally uploaded by Inkyhack

Well, at least two of the foods aren't fried.

April 26 2009-10

April 26 2009-10
Originally uploaded by Inkyhack

Teriyaki Barbecue chicken, Greek Gyros and Salvadorean Corn, all at the same booth. And next door to two different types of calamari and barbecued oysters.

April 26 2009-9

April 26 2009-9
Originally uploaded by Inkyhack

The Super Burrito, because a regular burrito just isn't big enough. Plus, a mango on a stick.

Buffalo Pizza and Ice Cream Delivery

Buffalo Pizza and Ice Cream Delivery
Originally uploaded by Inkyhack

Sacramento, California.

Trails Charcoal Broiler Lunch Dinner

Trails Charcoal Broil Lunch Dinner
Originally uploaded by Inkyhack

Restaurant in Sacramento, California.

Pancake Circus 2

Pancake Circus 2
Originally uploaded by Inkyhack

Sacramento, California. The restaurant is open from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. every day.

Pancake Circus

Pancake Circus
Originally uploaded by Inkyhack

Sacramento, California. I wonder if they have steak-flavored pancakes?

Kathmandu

Kathmandu
Originally uploaded by Inkyhack

Sacramento, California.

All Sushi Roll One-Half Off_

All Sushi Roll One-Half Off_
Originally uploaded by Inkyhack

Japanese/Chinese/American cuisine in Sacramento, California

Queen Sheba

Queen Sheba
Originally uploaded by Inkyhack

Ethiopian Restaurant in Sacramento, California.

Senator Yee Visit-32

Senator Yee Visit-32
Originally uploaded by Inkyhack.

California State Senator Leland Yee visited campus this week to talk to students, staff and faculty about issues affecting those with Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage. He started his speech by saying that while the Asian/Pacific Islander Community (API) has some unique issues, the communities really are affecting by the same issues that affect everyone else in the state - housing affordibility, employment, gas prices, quality of education, etc. etc.

Students were asked to bring snacks to share with the audience. They offered a hodge-podge of Asian treats that are readily sold in California.

Notice the "Espresso" candy in this one.

Senator Yee Visit-4

Senator Yee Visit-4
Originally uploaded by Inkyhack.

California State Senator Leland Yee visited campus this week to talk to students, staff and faculty about issues affecting those with Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage. He started his speech by saying that while the Asian/Pacific Islander Community (API) has some unique issues, the communities really are affecting by the same issues that affect everyone else in the state - housing affordibility, employment, gas prices, quality of education, etc. etc.

Students were asked to bring snacks to share with the audience. They offered a hodge-podge of Asian treats that are readily sold in California.

Senator Yee Visit-2

Senator Yee Visit-2
Originally uploaded by Inkyhack.

California State Senator Leland Yee visited campus this week to talk to students, staff and faculty about issues affecting those with Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage. He started his speech by saying that while the Asian/Pacific Islander Community (API) has some unique issues, the communities really are affecting by the same issues that affect everyone else in the state - housing affordibility, employment, gas prices, quality of education, etc. etc.

Students were asked to bring snacks to share with the audience. They offered a hodge-podge of Asian treats that are readily sold in California.

Senator Yee Visit

Senator Yee Visit
Originally uploaded by Inkyhack.

California State Senator Leland Yee visited campus this week to talk to students, staff and faculty about issues affecting those with Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage. He started his speech by saying that while the Asian/Pacific Islander Community (API) has some unique issues, the communities really are affecting by the same issues that affect everyone else in the state - housing affordibility, employment, gas prices, quality of education, etc. etc.

Students were asked to bring snacks to share with the audience. They offered a hodge-podge of Asian treats that are readily sold in California.

Haight Street-8

Haight Street-8
Originally uploaded by Inkyhack.

Photos taken along Haight Street. Most of these restaurants are within a few blocks of each other, making the whole area one giant teriyaki donut.

I bet most people don't know there is a distinct difference between Mexican and Salvadorian food.

Haight Street-9

Haight Street-9
Originally uploaded by Inkyhack.

Photos taken along Haight Street. Most of these restaurants are within a few blocks of each other, making the whole area one giant teriyaki donut.

Chilli? Or Chili?

Haight Street-11

Haight Street-11
Originally uploaded by Inkyhack.

Photos taken along Haight Street. Most of these restaurants are within a few blocks of each other, making the whole area one giant teriyaki donut.

I think my next punk band is going to be called Buffalo Fish.

Haight Street-12

Haight Street-12
Originally uploaded by Inkyhack.

Photos taken along Haight Street. Most of these restaurants are within a few blocks of each other, making the whole area one giant teriyaki donut.

Never had Indian Pizza before.

Haight Street-13

Haight Street-13
Originally uploaded by Inkyhack.

Photos taken along Haight Street. Most of these restaurants are within a few blocks of each other, making the whole area one giant teriyaki donut. Falafel's and pastries. Mmmmm.

Haight Street-14

Haight Street-14
Originally uploaded by Inkyhack.

Photos taken along Haight Street. Most of these restaurants are within a few blocks of each other, making the whole area one giant teriyaki donut.

Love and Haight deli and cafe.

Haight Street-47

Haight Street-47
Originally uploaded by Inkyhack.

Photos taken along Haight Street. Most of these restaurants are within a few blocks of each other, making the whole area one giant teriyaki donut.

This, of course, is an "Irish" Pub that serves nachos, tacos, cheeseburgers, Philly Cheese Steak Sandwiches, Bangers and Mash (which is English, not Irish), turkey sandwiches and of course "Irish Nachos" to make sure that you know it's an "Irish Pub."

Haight Street-52

Haight Street-52
Originally uploaded by Inkyhack.

Photos taken along Haight Street. Most of these restaurants are within a few blocks of each other, making the whole area one giant teriyaki donut.

Haight Street-53

Haight Street-53
Originally uploaded by Inkyhack.

Photos taken along Haight Street. Most of these restaurants are within a few blocks of each other, making the whole area one giant teriyaki donut.

This is the famous "Red Victorian." It has its own Wikipedia entry, if you want to learn more. The cafe serves a lot of hippie shit.

Haight Street-54

Haight Street-54
Originally uploaded by Inkyhack.

Photos taken along Haight Street. Most of these restaurants are within a few blocks of each other, making the whole area one giant teriyaki donut.

This is "Escape from New York Pizza."

Haight Street-55

Haight Street-55
Originally uploaded by Inkyhack.

Photos taken along Haight Street. Most of these restaurants are within a few blocks of each other, making the whole area one giant teriyaki donut.

Haight Street-80

Haight Street-80
Originally uploaded by Inkyhack.

Photos taken along Haight Street. Most of these restaurants are within a few blocks of each other, making the whole area one giant teriyaki donut.

Haight Street-99

Haight Street-99
Originally uploaded by Inkyhack.

Photos taken along Haight Street. Most of these restaurants are within a few blocks of each other, making the whole area one giant teriyaki donut.

This Mexican restaurant also served cheeseburgers.