November 2016 - HungryHungryHeeJin

October LA: Part IV, Day 5 & 6

November 26, 2016 No Comments

Missin’ LA so here’s a post about what I ate the last time I was there. I tried a few new-ish spots mixed in with some old regular spots.

Day 5 Eats:

Chosun Galbee (my favorite KBBQ place)

I usually get their Chosun Galbee, or their flower meat. All prime cuts. melts in your mouth!

Homibing

very cute presentation. not sure if i loved the mango shaved snow, though.

Choe Kang Jip

another celeb chef baek jong won restaurant. the spicy jok bal is spicy for most and has an herbal-y taste. not enough meat and a lot of bone and skin. the sundae guk was not impressive.

The Kimbap

the owner of gaju kimbap opened this new place and their tuna kimbap [add cheese] is still good!

they modernized the decor and also updated their menu.

Day 6 Eats:

M Grill

an oldie but goodie. better than other Brazilian BBQ spots. all the meats are well seasoned and not salty. pictured is their top sirloin. love their pão de queijo and their grilled pineapple is a MUST!

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Chosun Galbee

3330 W Olympic Blvd

Los Angeles, CA 90019

Homibing

3300 W 6th St

Los Angeles, CA 90020

Choe Gang Jip

3470 W 6th St

Los Angeles, CA 90020

The Kimbap

400 S Western Ave #102

Los Angeles, CA 90020

M Grill

3832 Wilshire Blvd #202

Los Angeles, CA 90010

BAY AREA EATS

Panino Giusto Cupertino: First US Location

November 17, 2016 No Comments

This Milan-based restaurant has stores in London, Tokyo, & Hong Kong.

…and Cupertino gets their first location in the US!

located inside Main Street Cupertino

cute lights

look at all that cured meat!

They also have a variety of cheeses. My fave was the 27 month aged Parmigiano Reggiano.

My fave from these is the schiacciata calabra because I like a little heat in my cured meats.

Got to try two Michelin-starred Paninis created by Claudio Sadler**

**Milano 2015: 26 months Parma ham, romaine, artichoke cream, parmigiano reggiano cream, balsamic vinegar flakes, arugula, black pepper

**Madras: Roast turkey breast, baby spinach, tomato, toasted almonds, black rice, Madras curry mayonnaise

Giusto: Prosciutto cotto, Mozzarella, anchovy, tomato, mustard sauce

Hey @willbakeforshoes, can you hold my paninis for a photo? #NoShame @panino_giusto’s very first US location is in Cupertino! #BayAreaEats

A photo posted by Hee Jin [Bay Area + LA] (@hungryhungryheejin) on Nov 15, 2016 at 4:11pm PST

They will be coming soon to San Francisco & Los Angeles as well!

Panino Giusto

19469 Stevens Creek Blvd

Cupertino, CA 95014

BAY AREA EATS, SERVICES, TRAVEL

Viansa Sonoma: Fireside Social Hour

November 13, 2016 No Comments

Last month, I was lucky enough to preview their Fireside Social Hour.

Fireside Social Hour:

Last one is THIS Thursday, 11/17 (5p-7p)

[$15 for a glass of wine, apps, and cozy fireplace]

so cute

they also have pizza!

Pizza [& wine, not pictured] with a view from the outlook @viansasonoma 🍕🍷 Check out the views on InstaStory & snapchat @hjlee116. How did everyone spend their Saturday?

A photo posted by Hee Jin [Bay Area + LA] (@hungryhungryheejin) on Oct 22, 2016 at 7:47pm PDT

pizza with a view

some of their wines

this is their private outlooks, which are available for private tastings. there’s a nice view of their vineyard and the wetlands.

Visit their website for more details + the different kinds of tastings they have to offer.

Viansa Sonoma

25200 Arnold Drive

Sonoma, CA 95476

LA EATS, VISIT LA

October LA: Part III, Day 4

November 9, 2016 No Comments

LA Day 4 Photo Diary

I am sooo behind! But here is my photo diary [day 4] from my last trip to my home [LA! I refuse to call it anything else] . I tried quite a few new places… well, new to me at least!

Day 4 Eats:

Love Coffee

Relax & Go Cappuccino [chamomile, lavender, espresso, condensed milk] I thought this was lovely if you love lavender and a little sweetness to your capp.

Mondo Taco

Congratulations to @hungryhungryheejin on being our #DWPickoftheDay! Make sure that you tag your photos with #DanielWellington for a chance to get featured, and visit danielwellington.com to find your favorites and local stores.

A photo posted by Daniel Wellington (@danielwellington) on Oct 14, 2016 at 10:16pm PDT

Got a repost for this photo from Daniel Wellington!

Pearl’s Finest Teas

the menu

Drinking colors @pearlsfinestteas [orange yuzu + watermelon mint green tea] #LAEats #DRAAAAANKS

A photo posted by Hee Jin [Bay Area + LA] (@hungryhungryheejin) on Oct 2, 2016 at 7:49pm PDT

a really photogenic drink! but i think the taste could have been better.

Sulga House of Beef Soup

they revamped the old jinju gomtang into a healthier version using organic ingredients. it is not the original owner but from a former employee who got permission to open shop.

Churro Boss

Can’t say no to churro bites @_churroboss_ #LAEats

A photo posted by Hee Jin [Bay Area + LA] (@hungryhungryheejin) on Oct 3, 2016 at 12:32am PDT

This churro truck makes churros fresh in front of your eyes.

Milk + T

[they were right next to the churro boss so had to try]

Last night’s boba situation. #SelfServeToppings I added boba, aloe, chia & basil seeds and lychee jelly. 😁 Piglet + Best Friend @milkandt #MilkAndT #LAEats #DRAAAAANKS

A photo posted by Hee Jin [Bay Area + LA] (@hungryhungryheejin) on Oct 3, 2016 at 9:13am PDT

Don’t you just hate it when the boba to drink ratio is off? Well you don’t have to worry about that here because this truck has a self-serve toppings bar. I added boba, aloe, chia, basil seeds & lychee jelly!

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Love Coffee Bar

1732 Ocean Park Blvd

Santa Monica, CA 90405

Mondo Taco

2200 Colorado Ave

Santa Monica, CA 90404

Pearls Finest Tea

523 N Fairfax Ave

Los Angeles, CA 90048

Sulga House of Beef Soup

4451 Beverly Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90004

Churro Boss

226-252 N Atlantic Blvd

Monterey Park, CA 91754

Milk + T [Check schedule]

330 N Atlantic Blvd

Monterey Park, CA 91754

SERVICES, SF EATS, TRAVEL

Onsen SF: R&R in the Tenderloin

November 6, 2016 No Comments

This weekend, I had the chance to visit Onsen, which will soon be opening to the public on 11/11.

It is a holistic spa/tea room/restaurant/treatment room all rolled into one.

A hidden gem in the TL

This hallway contains 6 treatment rooms for massage/acupuncture.

It leads into the communal bath area.

Communal bath

Entrance to the redwood cedar dry sauna [with a view of the communal tub]

Overhead cold plunge to cool off after the dry sauna

The steam room

Check out their gallery for more photos.

In the front of the space, there is a restaurant with tea service.

Fresh plant-driven menu that is heavily Asian-inspired.

Pickled vegetables, kakuni lamb, halibut sashimi, jook.

Finish the meal off with some tea. They also have cocktails and lemon kombucha.

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Onsen

466 Eddy Street

San Francisco, CA 94109

TRAVEL

Halloween 2016 in Shibuya

November 3, 2016 No Comments

Hope everyone had a great Halloween weekend.

Here’s a quick photo diary of my Halloween in Tokyo!

I was surprised that Halloween was really big in Japan. The roads were closed off so people can wander the streets of Shibuya and have a fun & safe time. I saw a lot of great costumes. Here are just a few.

And of course, food post to follow.