When word got out that Village North had closed, those who’d enjoyed its Northeastern Chinese dishes were naturally disappointed. Seeing as how those same people likely noticed they were often the only ones dining in the restaurant, the closing wasn’t all that suprising. Diners … [Read more...]
WORLD FARE: Hachi Ramen lightly pushes the boundaries
Japanese cuisine often feels old, but this isn’t always true. Even though ramen is Japan’s national dish, for example, it wasn’t created until the early 20th century and has been endlessly reinvented ever since. Sometimes, especially outside of Japan, that innovation tends to … [Read more...]
WORLD FARE: Red Cate is the hot pot spot
As the calendar turns, there’s a hint of cold in the air (or at least the 619’s rather lame concept of cold). That’s when soups begin to sound like a good idea (even if the weather isn’t all that cold in the first place). Red Cate (3860 Convoy St.), the Convoy’s newest hot pot … [Read more...]
WORLD FARE: Ignore the hype; Menya Ultra’s really good anyway
I am instantly suspicious when a new restaurant opens to massive hype and is declared “the best” of its kind. I get really nervous when a food TV personality drops in and declares that restaurant’s dish “might just be the best in America.” So when Travel Channel’s Andrew Zimmern … [Read more...]
THRILLIST: The Ultimate Guide to San Diego’s Chinese Restaurants
Instead of one, definitive Chinese spot, San Diego has a stunning variety of excellent regional Chinese restaurants. A trip around town or down Convoy Street from the 52 freeway to Linda Vista will show off the full range of the cuisine, from spicy Sichuan to savory Shaanxi. It's … [Read more...]