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To celebrate a buddy's birthday, we decided upon Korean barbecue to satisfy the hunger cravings of four hungry guys in a celebratory mood. I'd always heard that Park BBQ in Koreatown had the highest quality stuff, and I've gotta agree. This evening was definitely a home run.

Strawberry Donut 2

Spring is here, and with it, the arrival of the strawberry donuts at Donut Man. This small donut shop on Route 66 acted as a time marker throughout my college life, heralding the end of the semester and the beginning of my seasonal allergies. But there's one memory I possess, after college, in which Donut Man prominently figures, a memory that began and ended with sugar on my lips.

Shrimp and Vegetables

Tax Day dinged me pretty well, so I thought the conditions were perfect for me to finally talk about my trip to Urasawa. I went last month and to be honest, I've been spending the past few weeks in sort of a post-kaiseki haze. Unlike Uncle Sam (and Aunt California) taking out their share, I am perfectly happy giving Hiro-san a large chunk of change.

Nabeyaki Udon

As much as I'd like to wax poetic about the handmade udon noodles at Sanuki No Sato, for me it's all about the broth. With my springtime allergies in high gear, the liquid comfort offered from a piping hot bowl helps soothe my sinuses. The different flavors option range from the hearty curry to the esoteric yukinabe, but my sore throat much prefers the healing powers of the simple nabeyaki. Hopefully this head cold goes away soon, or maybe they should just lace the bowl with Sudafed.