Archive for January, 2009
The Big Eat SF: 100 Things to Try Before You Die by 7 x 7 Magazine
Trendy San Francisco lifestyle magazine 7 x 7 released the Big Eat SF: 100 Things to Try Before You Die. With its caramelized coating, the dry fried chicken at Sun Tung as well as the inventive Seven Course of Beef at Pagolac are great picks. Missing the mark, the pork ramen at Katana – Ya [...]
Jeremy Stoppleman Yelp CEO
Campusfork recently interviewed Jeremy Stoppleman Yelp CEO. Rayfil: “I have gotten messages about my posting on the Yelp lawsuit. A member suggested that Yelp have a features in which owners can directly respond to member comments. Would Yelp consider this?” Jeremy: “We’ve considered it and I don’t have a definitive answer as to what we’ll [...]
Kogi Korean BBQ Taco Truck: Korean Beef Sliders Korean Beef Tacos
Thanks to our stellar content contributor Steve Jang, Kogi BBQ has arrived. Known as the “Korean Taco Truck”, the fast blazing food cart serves Korean BBQ Sliders and Korean Beef Taco among other things. Why didn’t I think about that? Makes sense. A tortilla perfectly holds the savory Korean BBQ beef. Click here for Kogi [...]
Pinkberry frozen yogurt Santana Row San Jose: First store in Northern California
Campusfork host Rayfil Wong interviews Pinkberry Vice President Todd Putman Tip: Click High Quality Santana Row 3055 Olin Ave San Jose, CA 95128 (408) 551-4611 www.pinkberry.com “My name is Rayfil, and I’m a Pinkberry addict.” (in a deadpan expression) Making a swift right turn to Olin street entering Santana Row, my eyes widen and jaw [...]
Funny People with Seth Rogen and Adam Sandler: Great sandwich
“We need you, your face fits that profile we need?” I uttered to myself, “really?” This was the conversation I had with my casting agency a few days ago. Movie: Funny People Release Date:Anticipated July 31st, 2009 Actors: Adam Sandler, Seth Rogen, Leslie Mann Shoot Location + date: San Francisco International Airport Jan. 21, 2009 [...]
Quickly’s on Irving San Francisco: No finger nail please, just almond tea.
As its name suggest, get in there “Quickly” and get the crap of this place! “I’ll have the almond tea, no finger nails please!” Me calling Quickly’s today. “Just wanted to let you know, yesterday night I had a drink. Your boss was sitting in a table with his friend. She was clipping her finger [...]
Funny pot belly tuna commercial, hot girls are not so hot afterall
Injecting humor into commercials can make it very memorable. As a food writer, I have a sake belly myself. I am constantly tasting new foods. Time for some ab exercises.
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Pho Garden, Vietnamese done well in Richmond district in San Francisco
Pho Garden 2109 Clement St (between 22nd Ave & 23rd Ave) San Francisco, CA 94121 (415) 379-8677 Let me introduce you to FINGER PHO! FINGER PHO = when waiter serve your beef noodle soup, but their finger is in the bowl. A touch of salty flavor. Now, travel 360 degrees and enter Pho Garden, located [...]
Funny People:Hollywood set with Seth Rogen and great pesto sandwich recipe
“We need you, your face fits that profile we need?” I uttered to myself, “really?” This was the conversation I had with my casting agency a few days ago. Movie: Funny People Release Date:Anticipated July 31st, 2009 Actors: Adam Sandler, Seth Rogen, Leslie Mann Shoot Location + date: San Francisco International Airport Jan. 21, 2009 [...]
Anthony Myint The Mission Street Food Antojitos San Miguel Food Cart
The Mission Street Food 2234 Mission St (Lung Shan Restaurant) -Cash only -No reservations (first come, first served) -Corkage fee: $5 -Contact: submit guest chef proposals at missionstreetfood@gmail.comfood -Time: Thursdays, 6pm-midnight -Blog: Mission Street Food Problem: talented chefs, because of high restaurant start up costs are not able to share their creations Solution: find budget [...]
Alvin Leung Bo Innovations Two Star Michelin Hong Kong
“Mom! Lets go to Bo Innnovation tonight and have foie gras with sticky rice foam with lotus flavor.” Known as the “Demon Chef,” Alvin Leung of Bo Innovation has received two stars in Hong Kong’s first Michelin guide. His fusion creations include molecular Shanghai dumplings. Wearing wrist bands with spikes, he appears to be dressed [...]
Superbowl Britney Spears Commercials
Congratulations to the Arizona Cardinals and Pittsburgh Steelers for reaching the Super Bowl. Known as the underdogs, Arizona is my pick to take it all the way. “Show me the money!” Remember Jerry Maguire? We’re sharing some Britney Spears commercials. Save 70% off $25 Gift Certificates. Use code SAVE and pay $3. Valid Now thru [...]
Britney Spears Sushi in Japan
Pop princess Britney Spears on a recent trip to Japan visits a charming restaurant. Checklist for a great dining experience – live fish in tank, check. – chubby waiter asking for pictures of Britney, check. – fish steaks grilled over heated coals, check. – soda delivered in paddle, check. Save 70% off $25 Gift Certificates. [...]
Fattest Cities in America: Miami Florida
On a breezy Friday, I lust after Popeye’s chicken and cup of Coke w/ a hint of lime on the rocks. But one look at my sake belly, I have to refuse since I’m on a diet. But I came across an interesting article today. Men’s Fitness recently composed a list of the fattest city [...]
Little Sheep Mongolian Hot Pot: Lunch Special San Mateo
More photos Little Sheep Mongolian Hot Pot Lunch Special San Mateo (M-F, Holidays excluded) 215 S Ellsworth Ave San Mateo, CA 94401 (650) 343-2566 www.littlesheephotpot.com “Don’t control me, I have my own ideas!” The words from an angry girl friend. Control is the biggest illusion in the world. This also translates to food as well. [...]
Slumdog Millionare: Pizza Dancers and Food Commercials in India
Slumdog Millionaire Trailer “I’ll have the large peperoni and a set of dancers, please!” “Crust, crust, baby! Mommy, how come we don’t have dancers at our Pizza Hut in US?” Domino’s Pizza Commercial Slumdog Millionaire was the big winner at the recent Golden Globes Awards. This has sparked increase coverage on Bollywood, the world’s largest [...]
Burger King Whopper Sacrifice:delete ten Facebook Friends Receive Free Whopper
“Bye Cousin Anna. See you later annoying Bianca!” The King has done it again. The Whopper Sacrifice is a Facebook application that is entertaining and just fun. Rules: Delete 10 Facebook friends and get a free Whopper 1) Click Whopper Sacrifice 2) Download the Facebook Application 3) Choose 10 friends you want to delete 4) [...]
Pronto Pizza: Best Pizza Tenderloin San Francisco
Pronto Pizza 798 Eddy St San Francisco, CA 94109 (415) 921-1999 I looked him straight in his eyes. “You guys have the best pizza!” He was confused, but I didn’t care. “One slice of the Hawaiian.” Located in the seedy tenderloin, it is easy to bypass Pronto Pizza. The lack luster exterior simply did not [...]
McDonald’s: report great profits, franchise opportunities
Videos Above: McDonald’s commercials in Japan Fast food giant has been reporting great profits according to a New York Times article. For those who are looking into a McDonald’s franchise, consider some key points. Cost. McDonald’s website shares briefly on the cost. Lifestyle. I know a family that owns six McDonald’s in the San Francisco [...]
Yelp Lawsuit: Freedom of Speech
Dear Campusfork Community, Pissed off about a recent Yelp Lawsuit. view SF Eater. I interviewed over 30 small business owners. Yelp provides exposure for them, good or bad. This also brings center stage free speech. Short story: My father opened a Chinese American restaurant around the late 80s in Fisherman’s Wharf. (Think Panda Express) He [...]
Prime Rib Recipe: with Lemon Juice
In December, my jawed dropped. I had gained more weight. Hugging my sake belly, I asked “what in the world did I eat?” Looking through my pictures, I recalled several memorable dinners including my prime rib Christmas feast. Tender meat cooked medium rare at my Uncle’s house. Once I tasted the savory meat, immediately I [...]
PPQ Irving San Francisco: Curry Noodles
1816 Irving St San Francisco, CA 94122 (415) 661-886 “What the PHO?!” On a foggy day, there is nothing better than curry noodle soup ($7). Food stimulates and heals, so seeking for something spicy the curry noodle delivered. With sweet on my forehead from spicy flavors, I chattered with my college friends. After graduating from [...]
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{ Rayfil Wong | self development :: linbowing }
- New Sensation. Linbowing, not Tebowing.Jeremy Lin has been on fire. I noticed the other night Jeremy Lin bowing to Carmelo Anthony as a sign of celebration. Could this be a new sensation? No more Tebowing, Linbowing time. You heard it first here at rayfil.com, I am coining the term “Linbowing” A few years ago, I saw Jeremy Lin play […]
- Humans are Awesome, Training RequiredLimits are truly self imposed. Practice married with dedication and focus = amazing […]
