food
The Sizzle of the SodaStream
I admit that I chuckled the first time I saw a SodaStream in action. It makes funny noises and “farts” when it’s done.
But now, this appliance is quickly becoming the fashionable kitchen must-have. Read about SodaStream’s success in Fast Company then head on over to Williams-Sonoma or Amazon to order your fizz maker.
Pictures from the Snow Factory
Almost forgot about these pictures from the Snow Factory. Not quite froyo, not quite shave ice, their concocted blend has accurate flavors. Try the peanut butter, and you’ll agree.
Yogur Story Is an Oasis of “Ohs”
Gave the unusually named Yogur Story a try this weekend, and it is an oasis of “ohs,” from its location, to its decor, to the beauty of it patrons, to the (oh no) warm food.
Where is Yogur Story? Next to the very green Sorabol on Keeaumoku, down the way from 939. Oh, okay, got it. Oh, that place is huge!
Oh wait, this place serves more than yogurt and dessert right?
Oh nice!
Oh yay, starting off with a peppermint latte.
Oh hey, is that @mirthlab downstairs where all the beautiful people sit? And was that Malika Dudley at another table. Oh wow!
What else can you say but OH! in the bathroom.
Oh, the food sounds so good on the menu and looks oh so good, but… oh no, the food is warm.
Despite the one zing of warm food, you need to give Yogur Story a try. It really isn’t what I expected. On Yelp, Yogur Story has an average of 3.5 stars, and I would have to agree. Would have been 4 to 4.5 stars if the food were hot. Still though amazing design elements, modern with playful twists.
Next time, I’ll have to try the yogurt.
Beware the Chinese Pine Nuts
Just learned about “pine nut mouth,” a phenomenon where everything you eat has a bitter and metallic taste. The cause? A reaction to eating pine nuts from China. But these pine nuts are sold at popular locales like Trader Joe’s and Costco.
Twilight & Eclipse
Now this is a partnership that had to happen. The supernatural love story of Twilight is still relevant with Breaking Dawn on the horizon. And then there’s Wrigley’s Eclipse gum. So of course, here’s what Wrigley’s Eclipse gum packaging looks like.
Even RPattz would mancrush him some of these.
Live Blogging Diet Mtn Dew Supernova
Picked up the “new” Diet Mtn Dew Supernova flavor, and here’s my live first tasting.
0 minutes: Described as “strawberry melon.” The dang cap won’t come off. Fail! Drink expiration date of June 2011. Finally got the grey cap off. Drink feels thin, like other diet Dews.
+1 minute: The strawberry taste is there, not so sure about the watermelon. Hmmm, maybe the aftertaste washes in with a hint of watermelon.
+3 minutes: Purplish, pinkish color, not too carbonated, not overly sweet. The aftertaste “feel” as with other diet sodas is definitely there.
+6 minutes: Caffeine content: 36mg/8 fl. oz. so 90mg for this 20 oz bottle. First burp.
+8 minutes: With each sip, the aftertaste flavor becomes more predominant. Think my tastebuds have gone supernova and can no longer taste the strawberry melon.
+10 minutes: Going to nurse the rest of this drink. Like any other phenomenon of nature, experiencing a supernova once is good enough.
+35 minutes: Still drinking the Supernova. Drinking sips of water, that strawberry melon taste lingers.
And yes, the Supernova flavor is not new to the Dew family. I called the non-diet Supernova a pleasant sunset back in 2008.
Is This a Fruity April Fools Joke?
What’s the difference between Fruit Cocktail and Chunky Mixed Fruit?
The picture on the Chunky can just looks like an enlarged image of the Fruit Cocktail. This must be a fruity April Fools joke!
Failed Photos for Wok In Time
Foodie blog, Wok In Time, has fantabulous pictures of great food. Sadly, my submissions didn’t meet Wok In Time’s quality standards, so instead, I share them here.
What Is Honey Sauce?
Just what is “honey sauce?” KFC gives out these packets of honey sauce when you order biscuits.
Honey is the fourth listed ingredient in honey sauce. I wonder if the gravy included with the mashed potatoes is actually “gravy sauce?”
Islands’ Rosarito Burger
If you’re nearby an Islands Restaurant, try out their new Rosarito Burger. It’s packed with the right amount of spicy heat that doesn’t overwhelm the burger. But watch out, it’s oozy goodness.
