Pomona: Flying Pig, Streets of Thailand

April 9, 2011Leave a comment

We were sitting at home and came across a tweet that said food trucks were going to be at the Pomona Art Walk, and Eat Phamish was one truck Martin wanted to try.

After driving from Orange County, we found out that Eat Phamish was not able to make it. We stopped at Flying Pig and got a Tamarind Duck, but on a bun instead of a taco.

Then, we went to Street of Thailand and ordered a Shrimp Pad Thai and a Thai iced tea with boba.
As the sun went down, we found ourselves freezing… And went looking for a coffee house.

Tamarind Duck from Flying Pig

Pad Thai from Streets of Thailand

Thai Iced Tea

Irvine: Rancho a Go Go, Piaggio, Shortstopbbq, Chompchomptruck, Rolling Sushi, Oh For Sweets Sake

April 9, 2011Leave a comment

The Raise Foundation was having an event to bring awareness on child abuse prevention. About 15 OC Food Trucks were there and I stopped by a few trucks to pick up lunch and dinner.

At Ranchoagogo, I picked up Pulled Pork sliders, then went to Shortstopbbq for a side of their “offensive” Baked beans.

At Piaggio on wheels, I ordered Argentine skirt steak with grilled vegetables over chimichurri rice, and a refreshing Hibiscus Rose water Lychee tea from Chompchomptruck.

We stopped at Rolling Sushi Van for a Sashimi Salad (not pictured) and Spicy Yellowtail handrolls.
Lastly, we picked up a “naked” (no frosting) sweet potato cupcake from Ohforsweetssake.

Argentine skirt steak with grilled veggies from Piaggio

Hibiscus rose water with Lychee from Chomp Chomp Truck

“Offensive” baked beans from Shortstop BBQ

Pulled Pork Sliders from Rancho a Go Go

a “naked” Sweet Potato cupcake from Oh For Sweets Sake

Spicy Yellowtail Handrolls from Rolling Sushi Van

Anaheim: the OC Food Truck

April 9, 2011Leave a comment

The Ducks was having their final home game of the regular season, and the Angels was having their home opener. Noble Ale Works invited fans to stop by for beer and food.

We went to The OC Food Truck and modified the Mac Daddy to be lent friendly, changing the chicken and bacon for shrimp.

By they way… The Ducks did beat the LA Kings, 2-1, and clinched a playoff spot.

A modified Mac Daddy: Fries and Mac n Cheese with shrimp instead of bacon & chicken

Let’s Go Ducks!

Costa Mesa: Piaggio on Wheels, Tropical Shave Ice

April 7, 2011Leave a comment

Pork loin with peppers & zuchinni over chimichurri rice

Argentine skirt steak over chimichurri rice

Tofu & zuchinni

a snow capped melona – vanilla tropical shave ice

One of the more popular Thursday lunch spots in Orange County is at the OC Fair. Martin was off on Spring Break and we went to Piaggio on wheels for their lunch special.

I wanted to try the pork from the Porker Sandwich (rosemary infused pork loin), but didn’t want the bread. I customized it by putting it over the chimichurri rice & zucchini. Martin ordered the chimi skirt steak version, and I ordered a tofu version for my coworker.

For dessert… My favorite: a snow capped melona-vanilla Tropical Shave Ice!

Published with Blogger-droid v1.6.8

Fullerton: Rolling Sushi Van

April 7, 2011Leave a comment

It’s been a while since I’ve had Rolling Sushi. Like many Gourmet Food Trucks (GFTS), The RSV have been experiencing mechanical problems, which took them off the streets for almost a week.

They tweeted were back at the Deerpark Apartments on Wednesday, which was perfect since we had a very important Ducks game to attend, and we have been lucky when we eat at The RSV beforehand.

Chef Chris made us his secret baked Salmon Cheek. Martin ordered the spicy tuna roll, while I ordered the Tuna California cut roll.

Oh, the Ducks beat the San Jose Sharks 6-2! Corey Perry scored his 50 th goal for the season and a hat trick.

Chef Chris’ Baked Salmon Cheek
Its not on the menu, and it takes about 20 minutes to make… so ask for it if you have time!

Spicy tuna handroll

Tuna California Roll

Congrats to Anaheim Ducks Corey Perry for scoring (at least) 50 goals this season
Two games left to go… you still have time for more!

Published with Blogger-droid v1.6.8

Fullerton: the Flip Truck, Chompchomptruck

April 5, 2011Leave a comment

the Kalola from the Flip Truck

The Sloppy Joe from Chomp Chomp

Hibiscus Rose Water w/ Lychee

S’mores from Chomp Chomp

Kaya French Toast

Sling Wings

We were driving through Downtown Fullerton and spotted the Flip Truck and Chompchomptruck.

I’ve been following Flip Truck since they’ve rolled, but have never tried them until tonight. I tried the Kalola, which is a ground Ahi Tuna slider, served rare, and it came with fries.

Martin went to Chompchomptruck, and ordered the Sloppy Joe, and I picked up the Hibiscus Rose water with lychee drink.

While waiting at the truck, we watched new foodies order other food, like the Kaya French Toast, the Singapore S’more, and the Sling Wings.

Published with Blogger-droid v1.6.8

First Thursday means Melrose Night

April 5, 2011Leave a comment

Melrose Night: popular food trucks and shops open late as well as offer promotions on the first Thursday of every month on Melrose Avenue. (be sure to visit the stores below to find out about one-day promotions!)

Time: 6PM-10PM

Location: Melrose Avenue b/w N. Ogden St. and Stanley Avenue
Parking: Sportie LA lot (7753 Melrose Avenue), Barracuda (7769 Melrose Avenue) or street parking.

If you park in one of these lots, you must check out the store. After all, they’re giving you free parking.

PARTICIPATING STORES

360 Atelier | upscale hair salon | 360 FULL SERVICE – Barber Studio: Mens Cut, Shampoo, Condition, Facial Cleanse & 15 min massage for $50
7669 Melrose Ave
American Apparel | Sweatshop-free fashionable basics
7726 Melrose Ave
Barracuda | Twitter | L.A. fine clothing (look out for Shepard Fairey’s artwork on the side of the store)
7769 Melrose Avenue
Sportie LA Sneakers | Twitter | Exclusive, limited, and new release sneakers | 10% off entire purchase7753 Melrose Avenue
SURU | Twitter | Joe Hahn of Linkin Park and Noel’s store selling high end men’s and women’s street wear, exclusive toys, and artwork | 10% off entire purchase7662 Melrose Avenue
Urban Outfitters | Selling clothing, accessories, and apartment wares for young women and men
7650 Melrose Avenue
My Closet Italia | Italian lifestyle fashion for men and women | 10% off entire purchase7716 Melrose ave
Immaculate Conception | TATTOOS: All styles, walk-ins & custom works welcomed | $50 minimum tattoo7704 1/2 Melrose Avenue
Headline Records- The Punk Store | buy, sell, trade HEADLINE RECORDS | 10% off entire purchase7706 Melrose Ave
Goorin Brothers | Hat Shop: Fedoras, Baseball Caps, Cadets, Duckbills, and other fashionable Hats by Goorin Brothers
7627 Melrose Avenue | 15% off entire purchase
The Originators | Apparel and accessories honoring the early DJ’s, MC’s, Writers, and B-Boys of Hip Hop | 20% off all merchandise
XTC Shoes | Sexy & sassy women’s shoe boutique in LA. Join clients Jennifer Lopez, Salma Hayek and Emmanuelle Chriqui | 20% off entire purchase7603 Melrose Avenue
Booya’s Self-Serve Frozen Yogurt | Twitter | 30 cents an oz. Self-Serve Frozen Yogurt shop. Over 12 flavors and over 30 toppings!| 10% off during Melrose Nights!
7751 1/2 Melrose Ave.

PARTICIPATING FOOD TRUCKS

Buttermilk Truck | Twitter | Homemade breakfast favorites
Cool Haus | Twitter | Artisan and all-natural ice cream sandwiches
FrySmith | Twitter | Stuff thrown atop fries using sustainably farmed and humanely raised ingredients
Komodo Truck | Twitter | Street food with a gourmet twist. The official Entourage truck. | 2 TACOS FOR $5
LudoTruck | Twitter | Top Chef Master and Food Network’s, Chef Ludo Lefebvre’s artistry for your taste buds.
White Rabbit Truck | Twitter | The perfect blend of Filipino, American and Mexican foods
Vesuvio | Twitter | LA’s first and best Italian specialty food truck. We are Angeleno’s and Italian-Ciao!
Mandoline Grill | Twitter | Traditional and vegan-friendly Gourmet Vietnamese food truck serving the streets of Los Angeles!
Tasty Meat | Twitter | Delicious Southern meat for a delicious city.
GrindHaus | Twitter | The Grindhaus LA truck serving our delicious houseground sausages
Grilled Cheese Truck | Twitter | The Grilled Cheese Truck: Chef driven grilled cheese… ’cause that’s how we roll…

Los Feliz: Mandoline Grill, Canters, Grill Em All, Crepen Around

April 4, 2011Leave a comment

Bun (noodles) from Mandoline Grill

Potato Pancakes

Egg Salad Sanwich from Canters

Peanut butter & jelly ravioli from Grill em All

Banana Nutella Crepe from Crepen Around

Martin is on Spring Break, and he felt like driving an hour from The OC to the new Los Feliz Din Din a Go Go.

He went to Mandoline Grill for their Bun, a chilled vietnamese noodle dish with vegetables, meat, and fish sauce.

Karen and I went to Canters. I ordered the potato pancakes with apple sauce, and Karen got the egg salad sandwich.

Later, Karen went to Grillem All and got the Peanut Butter & Jelly ravioli tossed in cinnamon sugar. Martin went to Crepen Around for the Banana Nutella crepe.

Published with Blogger-droid v1.6.8

Las Vegas: Cheesesteaktruck / ItalianIceTruck

March 31, 2011Leave a comment

Cheesesteak Truck / Italian Ice Truck

Cheese steak without onions wit Wiz

Banana Strawberry Italian Ice

Chocolate Italian Ice

After leaving Sloppijo’s, we headed toward the Premium Outlet and stopped at Cheesesteak Truck, who is also The Italian Ice Truck.

Yes, you can get a genuine Philly sandwich and Italian ice (shipped from Philly!) from one truck, at one stop.

Karen and I split a Philly cheesesteak wit out onions wit cheesewiz… Just like we did in Philadelphia.

For dessert, Karen had the Strawberry-Banana italian ice, and I ordered Chocolate.

Published with Blogger-droid v1.6.8

Los Alamitos: The Lime Truck, Tropical Shave Ice

March 15, 2011Leave a comment

If it’s Tuesday, it’s Los Alamitos Din Din a Go Go at 11081 Winners Circle.

Tonight the Lime Truck was celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with Corned Beef Hash on mustard grain cabbage. I ordered that, and the “Nice Little Salad” with Fried chicken, and the Lychee Limeaid to drink.

Martin got the Ahi Tuna Poke, Spicy Hanger Steak Taco, and (off the menu) the Shishito Blistered Peppers.

For dessert…. Tropical Shave Ice!