We stopped by for lunch on our way to the Rose Parade Float viewing. It’s not my first time here. That was back in the 70’s with my mom and brother. There weren’t any dim sum spots in San Diego back then so we came here. Drive up was beautiful. I loved seeing the orange […]
Chinese Food
Chinese Food
Khan’s Cave

I was surprised to find Khan’s Cave is under new ownership. Seems Mark Sun has retired. Things seemed the same but I needed to see if my fav dishes are still as tasty.
Garden Isle Barbecue & Chinese Restaurant

I wanted to try the Chinese food on Kauai and found Garden Isle Barbecue & Chinese Restaurant. Place reminds me of old Chinese restaurants back in San Diego. Decor is plain and the prices under $20 with most dinners around $14.
Mid-Autumn Festival 2017

The festival was a time to enjoy the successful reaping of rice and wheat with food offerings made in honor of the moon. Today, it is still an occasion for outdoor reunions among friends and relatives to eat mooncakes and watch the moon, a symbol of harmony and unity. Wikipedia
Sam Woo

Sam Woo Restaurant: Won ton soup was delicious won tons made from a mixture of pork and shrimp. It’s a great deal for breakfast at $4.26.
Hing Long Oriental Food Market

Back in the old days before San Diego’s first Chinese supermarket(Woo Chee Chong) opened we drove to Los Angeles every few months to stock up on Chinese groceries. We visited small family run markets in Chinatown LA like this one. At the entrance were exotic plants you won’t find at Home Depot. The shelves were full […]
Double Happiness

Happiness is a state I am constantly trying to achieve. Double happiness is doubly attractive. We first visited after a hot air balloon adventure. I was starving after an evening of spectacular sights from among the clouds. Double Happiness delivered with classic Chinese dishes and great service. My current visit is after enjoying watching the […]
Horton Plaza

Only those who attempt the absurd will achieve the impossible. I think it’s in my basement… let me go upstairs and check. M. C. Escher They built this place when I started college. I remember the wonder of wandering this place which was like an Escher painting brought to life. I liked beautiful architecture, the […]