Kickball and a Very Tasty Weekend
Not much went down this week, save for a truly fantastic meal. I went wandering and found my way to the local Yamada Electronics (the Japanese version of Wal-Mart). That was interesting, and now I understand why it gets so much grief from the media (and the general public). They even have a full range of Belgian beers (at $4-$6 per bottle).
So quick overview of food:
1st: I gave the raw egg and rice a try. Not bad, but not my favorite
2nd: My first shot at fried rice. Turned out pretty well (though the tofu I used needs to be prepared some way other than just heating)
3rd: I couldn't resist any longer, so I stopped in at Mr. Donut. Not even in the same league as hot Krispy Kreme, but gives Dunkin a run for their money
4th (and without question most important): After a couple hours at the boxing gym on Saturday, I wanted some food, so I decided to check out a Tonkatsu (fried pork) place that I've passed many times. The decision was largely made due to the fact that almost every time I pass by there is a line out side of people waiting for a seat. And indeed, now I know why. I know that I am quite fond of mocking vegetarians or those who don't eat certain meats, but what I am about to say is different from "Why? . . . because bacon is delicious!" or a roast badger wrapped, stuffed and basted in pork. A roast pork chop that is then deep fried and topped with a slightly sweet tonkatsu style sauce . . . This was without a question the most delicious animal I have ever eaten. This is the second time I have had a piece of pork that made me truly sorry for all those who choose to (or are "forced" to) not dine on swine (the first was also in Japan and was swimming in a bowl of Fukuoka's Tonkotsu Ramen). After I finished my plate, I told the chef that what he had prepared was too delicious, and I headed on my way. I subsequently spent the next hour in utter disbelief at what I had just consumed. This is the first time in recent memory (maybe ever) that I paid $10 for a meal and felt like I won the exchange.
Before
After
Needless to say, anyone who feels like paying me a visit will definitely be taking a trip to that heavenly pork diner.
I also in my wanderings came across what looked like crew practice
And a dimensional rift through which I found myself back in the A-Town
Hong Kong this weekend, much debauchery expected
So quick overview of food:
1st: I gave the raw egg and rice a try. Not bad, but not my favorite
2nd: My first shot at fried rice. Turned out pretty well (though the tofu I used needs to be prepared some way other than just heating)
3rd: I couldn't resist any longer, so I stopped in at Mr. Donut. Not even in the same league as hot Krispy Kreme, but gives Dunkin a run for their money
4th (and without question most important): After a couple hours at the boxing gym on Saturday, I wanted some food, so I decided to check out a Tonkatsu (fried pork) place that I've passed many times. The decision was largely made due to the fact that almost every time I pass by there is a line out side of people waiting for a seat. And indeed, now I know why. I know that I am quite fond of mocking vegetarians or those who don't eat certain meats, but what I am about to say is different from "Why? . . . because bacon is delicious!" or a roast badger wrapped, stuffed and basted in pork. A roast pork chop that is then deep fried and topped with a slightly sweet tonkatsu style sauce . . . This was without a question the most delicious animal I have ever eaten. This is the second time I have had a piece of pork that made me truly sorry for all those who choose to (or are "forced" to) not dine on swine (the first was also in Japan and was swimming in a bowl of Fukuoka's Tonkotsu Ramen). After I finished my plate, I told the chef that what he had prepared was too delicious, and I headed on my way. I subsequently spent the next hour in utter disbelief at what I had just consumed. This is the first time in recent memory (maybe ever) that I paid $10 for a meal and felt like I won the exchange.
Before
AfterNeedless to say, anyone who feels like paying me a visit will definitely be taking a trip to that heavenly pork diner.
I also in my wanderings came across what looked like crew practice
And a dimensional rift through which I found myself back in the A-Town
Hong Kong this weekend, much debauchery expected
posted by SleepyEyes at
7:01 PM
4 Comments:
mmmmm....pork wrapped badger.
i'm jealous of your easy access to delicious pork products.
Give the tofu a quick stir fry/saute with garlic and shallots, and finish off with a little red chili paste. Then season with salt and fresh, chopped scallions.
Though that might be a little more Chinese than you might be going for...
Nate, that's so not Japanese. Although reading your comment does make me hungry.
I suggest putting some katsuobushi along with the raw egg, and make sure the rice is hot and steamy (not to cook the egg but it does make it better). And I want to eat katsudon~
old spaghetti factory?! INCREDIBLE! nice post sir.
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