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The Best Ramen in the OC

1/7/2015

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When my foodie friend, Kevin uses the word DEEP to describe something, he is not talking about the depths of the ocean or a swimming pool. Being a very serious Foodie, Deep means, "Serious, go all the way, nowhere to go, all out."  Kitakata Ramen Ban Nai was described to me as being very DEEP. 

The homemade noodles, delicious broth, and signature Toro Chashu, which in English is like a very tender pork belly made this Ramen the best I have ever had. Read More.

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OCWino goes to the OC Fair!

8/6/2014

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Every year I look forward to going to the OC Fair. For the rides? Are you kidding me? No thank you.
I'm strictly all about the fare at the fair.
After getting jacked by buying a used ticket off of someone leaving the fair, we were ready to hit the wine bar!
As usual, it was super crowded and hot. Luckily, my brother had saved us a great table in the shade, so we were ready to start sampling! 
A few blurry hours later, the kids arrived with their selection of the best fair foods. Every year I leave it up to them to pick their favorite greasy treats. 
Here we go...
Fried doritos... why do they need to be fried twice? So disgusting
Jack Daniels Churro with whipped cream. By far my favorite choice!
Corn on the cob is always killer
Bacon wrapped deep fried turkey leg. Wow this a little much. It probably had a pound of bacon wrapped around it
McCall digging in!
The carcass post-meal
The Food Critics
Both tables devoured everything... Fried snicker bars, fried klondike bars, fried butter... why is all fair food fried???
Happy, full, and ready for a cholesterol test
The rides scare the crap out of me, but I don't mind checking out the fantastic lights. Trust me, I know who puts those rides together...
Next event at the fair: Demolition Derby tonight with my Trucker girlfriends!!
Stay tuned, more fair food to follow!
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California Shabu-Shabu

7/31/2014

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One hot Friday afternoon, we decided to venture over to Costa Mesa for some Shabu-Shabu. California Shabu-Shabu on Baker Street was our pick of the day. 
We loved the wild decor and while waiting for our counter, I got to play two rounds of my favorite video game Galaga! 
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We were all smiles when we figured out what to order on the menu. It's pretty massive. Trent ordered the chicken, Aubrey and McCall got the steak, and I had the salmon and scallops.
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So you start off with a hot pot and add veggies and your choice of meat. Initially you are cooking your own food to your likeness. Yum! It was actually great. 
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OC Wino is too distracted with her Sapporo for the photo
After you finish cooking your meat, you add noodles, tofu, and the rest of your veggies to make a delicious and healthy udon noodle soup. Since I of course love spice, added the hot drops to all my sauces. Go hungry, because by the time I was ready for the soup, I was stuffed. 
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It's the perfect place to go if you are feeling a little under the weather, are super hungry, and are craving something warm and comfy. Might want to save this adventure for a cold winter day. The soup warms you inside and out.

It's a really fun atmosphere with a young and lively crowd. It's always fun to sit at the counter because you meet so many interesting people from all walks of life. Hearing new stories is always the OC Wino's favorite activity (apart from eating and drinking of course).

California Shabu-Shabu, 801 Baker St, Ste A, Costa Mesa
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