California roll (crab and avocado) topped with tuna. $9.50
Dojima-Ann, San Francisco
This roll was just sad! The imitation crab was dry, the rice was gross, and the tuna tasted like it was just defrosted. Ew!
Broiled eel and cucumber roll topped with roe and sesame seeds. $6.25
Dojima-Ann, San Francisco
I would say that this roll was disgusting too, but the unagi sauce and generous sprinkling of fish roe saved it. The sushi rice was still dry and sticky at the same time – odd.
Project 365: Day 103
At work today counting down before my flight to Las Vegas for a work conference. I’m not really looking forward to it since I know that I’ll be spending money that I should be saving for my Europe trip next week. At least the food options in Vegas will be SO much better than Charleston.
I’ve been really stressed out this morning, probably because I didn’t have a proper breakfast. I’m also trying to finalize work/home things before my flight. Ok, next time you hear from me I’ll be in Sin City. Toodles!
Tuna with spicy sauce and cucumber. $5.50
Dojima-Ann, San Francisco
Wow, this was one of those rare spicy tuna rolls that was SO disgusting! I was so disappointed with this roll and pretty much everything else I ordered at Dojima-Ann. The sushi rice was off, the spicy sauce tasted gross, and I’m sure the tuna was not of the freshest quality.
Project 365: Day 101
Had an early morning workout today and by the time I was done, I was starving! I had nothing to do until 2 pm so I decided to stop by The Little Chihuahua on the way home and have a relaxing Saturday brunch. Between my entree, the free chips and salsa, and a large margarita, I was stuffed! Omg, why do I always overeat! I’ve got to head into work for a quick job later, but afterward I’m just going to sit on the couch and do nothing but catch up on DVR. Sounds perfect!
Grilled skirt steak with chorizo and salsa, served with black beans and corn tortillas. $6.75
Casa Mexicana II, San Francisco
I couldn’t find a good description of “campechano” online, but I guess the word describes things from the Mexican state of Campeche. I’ve also read other accounts of campechano tacos having a mixture of carne asada and chorizo so at least this preparation is consistent with that theme. This was pretty good. I did notice that when they grilled this to order, they used a generous amount of oil so I’m sure that’s partly why it tasted so good. The steak could have been a little more tender, but it was definitely flavorful. I ordered this because I thought it would be healthier than some of the other options, but I didn’t know they’d add that much chorizo and use that much oil. Oops!
Chips and salsa. Complimentary
Project 365: Day 98
This is the penultimate day of my work trip in Charleston, yay! I fly back to San Francisco tomorrow morning. I’ve suggested to my co-instructor that we have a final dinner together to celebrate the end of the course. I think I’ll take him to The Glass Onion. I’ve been there before and the food is great and reasonably priced. They also have a varied selection so I’m sure that he’ll find something that he likes.
It’s been great teaching with him. He’s definitely nice enough and easy to talk to. He was mostly a hotel hermit though, but I didn’t mind since that allowed me to use the rental car whenever I wanted. Hehe!
Rice topped with assorted vegetables and dried seaweed in hot stoneware with spicy pork, served with a fried egg. $11.99
Mom’s Tofu House, South San Francisco CA
Banchan. Complimentary
Project 365: Day 99
I’m SO glad to be back home!!! I’ve missed my bed. I’ve missed my dog. I’ve even missed the work office. And I’ve missed Silverfox! We’re going to have dinner tonight at Starbelly. I’m looking forward to eating a wonderfully delicious, California-cooked meal. I have to go into work tomorrow (Friday) and them I’ll have an entire weekend to relax and do nothing. Just sit around and enjoy being home.
Rice topped with assorted vegetables and dried seaweed in hot stoneware with fresh tofu, served with a raw egg add right before eating. $11.99
Mom’s Tofu House, South San Francisco CA
Miso soup. Complimentary
Tea. Complimentary
Project 365: Day 96
Argh, it’s back to work and teaching. At least there’s only a few more days before I fly back to San Francisco. I hope a get good reviews, hehe. After my weekend of yummy, low country food I’ve been craving fried food again, lol! I guess when you’re surrounded by it, it’s difficult not to think about it. I think for dinner I’ll try some chicken fingers from Raising Cane’s. Chicken fingers aren’t anything special, but we don’t have this chain in the Bay Area (or California?) so I wanna give it a try. I think I’ll also grab dinner at Smokey Bones for some bbq. You think I’d be bbq’d out by now!
Fried rice with eggs, green onion, and bbq pork. $7.50
Grand Palace Restaurant, South San Francisco CA
Meh, kinda dry and not very flavorful. I’ll pass on this next time.
Project 365: Day 95
Went for another morning workout this Easter Sunday morning. It sucks to be away from San Francisco on a major holiday but I gotta do it for work. I’m gonna treat myself to a tourist/beach day. I plan on driving to Sullivan’s Island and grab lunch at Poe’s Tavern. Then I’ll look around Fort Moultrie before heading back to downtown Charleston to grab an early dinner at Anson Restaurant. I’ve been craving their delicious she crab soup that I had last time I was in Charleston. Mmm, can’t wait!
Slices of fried chicken served with a lemon sauce on the side and lemon slices. $8.50
Grand Palace Restaurant, South San Francisco CA
Ew, this was kinda gross! The chicken was overcooked and the lemon sauce had a really bad chemical aftertaste. I don’t know how they make the sauce, but I doubt it’s made from all natural ingredients.
Project 365: Day 94
Went to the gym with my co-instructor this morning. It was nice to get a good workout in before heading out to downtown Charleston for some real food. I’ve decided that I want to hit Magnolias for a late lunch. I went there last time I was in Charleston so I know that the food and service are good. For dinner, I want to hit The Bar at Husk. The restaurant was recommended by a friend, but they had no availability and I don’t really mind eating at the bar especially when I’m dining by myself.
Fresh tofu in a spicy sauce, topped with chopped green onions. $8
Grand Palace Restaurant, South San Francisco CA
This was a little spicier than the XLB Kitchen version, but definitely not near as spicy as the Mission Chinese Food version. MCF has forever ruined my taste for non-spicy versions of ma po tofu. Ugh!
Project 365: Day 91
Ugh, I’m SO tired of fried food right now (I didn’t think I’d ever say that, lol)! I decided to hit Subway for lunch instead of going to a local fast food restaurant. There are no healthy options for lunch nearby my Charleston work location. Perhaps there are some further away, but I only have so much time during lunchtime to drive somewhere and get food. For dinner, I had leftovers from last night. The one thing that is saving this trip is that the weather is really nice. That’s keeping me motivated to work out.
Vodka with soda and a splash of cranberry. Happy hour $4 each
The Tropicale, Palm Springs CA
This was the trip that we learned that these cocktails were called Rose Kennedy’s. We had been ordering them as “vodka soda with a splash of cran”, silly us! 🙂
Project 365: Day 90
My yummy food draught is still in full swing. For lunch I had greasy fried seafood at Captain D’s and by the time dinner came around, I was SO tired of the heavy, local “Southern” food that I went to Cracker Barrel near my hotel and ordered the grilled catfish. It was decent, but I think the cornbread muffins were my favorite part of the meal, hehe! I am definitely gonna gain a few pounds on this trip. I’ve been trying to work out, but the hotel gym has minimal equipment and it’s kinda sad in there.
Three large meatballs served with charmoula pesto. $10
The Tropicale, Palm Springs CA
These were really good and I love the bright colors on the plate. I think the vibrant green was basil infused olive oil. Charmoula sauce is typically for seafood, but it worked beautifully with the tender lamb meatballs.
Nodines applewood, Beeler apple cinnamon, brown sugar, thin honey smoke, and jalapeno. $4
Cheeky’s, Palm Springs CA
I’ve had this on 2 occasions now and the jalapeno bacon is still my favorite! It’s great that each piece has a distinct flavor. I could have this every morning, but then I’d probably die of a heart attack, lol!
Vittle Monster 