Costa mesa: Ragin Cajun, Morsels, Tropical shave ice

October 10, 2010September 18, 2015Leave a comment

The Bakery Truck tweeted they were going to be at the Fairgrounds, but did not make the connection the Orange County Swap Meet was held there every weekend. Parking was free but it cost $ 2 to get in.

It was easy to find the trucks and we spotted RAGIN CAJUN, truck from The Great Food Truck Race. Besides Cajun, Morsels (@BakeryTruck), Tropical Shave Ice and Fresh Fries were there.

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Red beans and sausage over rice from Ragin Cajun

Raspberry cupcake from Morsel’s Bakery Truck

Fullerton: Oh for sweet sake, Dan Dan

October 9, 2010Leave a comment

The Ducks were in Nashville so we stayed home to watch them lose 4-1. After the game, we went to the Bootleggers for dinner, and DanDan BBQ and Oh For Sweet Sake were there.

Korean rib sliders

Korean BBQ rib taco topped with pickled cabbage

Tofu tacos with pickled cabbage

Asian pear salad

Cup cakes from Oh For Sweets Sake!

Long Beach Street Food Festival @ Rainbow Lagoon Park

October 9, 2010September 18, 2015Leave a comment

There was a big gourmet truck gathering at the Rainbow Lagoon Park in Long Beach. Over 20 trucks were there, with admission $6 for pre-sale, $8 cash at the door. The proceeds were going to Long Beach City schools.

Nom Nom truck had one of the longest line!

Click here to see if you cannot see the video above
(courtesy of @mreynoso)

Jennifer and Misa from Nom Nom

Pork Banh Mi sandwich from Nom Nom

A chili w/ grilled onion hot dog from Greasy Wieners

Korean meatball from Great Balls on Tire

Bollywood from Great Balls on Tires

The “All American” from Yatti Truck
Grilled beef with cheese wrapped in tempura

BBQ wings from Nana Queens

Mild wings from Nana Queens

Tacos from Kabob Express

Santa Ana: Piaggio on wheels, Tropical Shave Ice

October 8, 2010September 18, 2015Leave a comment

The REI in Santa Ana (off the 5/ 55 freeways & McFadden) is having a big sale, and also parked there was Piaggio and Tropical Shave Ice. It was also such a nice day that Anna and I had to stop by for lunch.

The Tres Amigos burrito
Shrimp, pulled pork and steak with rice, cheese, and other goodies.

Pulled pork sliders w/ chimichurri

Rick serving up my melona-vanilla shave ice

Costa Mesa: (OC Fairgrounds) Barcelona ontheGo, Morsels Bakery Truck, Piaggio on Wheels

October 7, 2010September 18, 2015Leave a comment

I can’t believe that today is all sunny and gorgeous, compared to yesterday’s dreary and wet day. I went to the OC Fairgrounds with my coworker Sheila and got food from Barcelona ontheGo, Morsel’s Bakery Truck, and Piaggio on Wheels.

Lentil soup with ham and arugula… perfect for a cool day!

Chicken empendada from Barcelona ontheGo
I also had an empenada from Piaggio on Wheels, but it looked the same

Banana cream puff from Morsel’s Bakery Truck

Santa Ana: Crepes Bonaparte

October 6, 2010Leave a comment

THANK YOU to Crepes Bonaparte for coming to Santa Ana to help with the United Way Kick Off rally. Even though it was pouring rain, the people came out for the food. It wasn’t a spectacular turnout, but considering the circumstances, I think we did pretty well!

THANK YOU, THANK YOU!

Rain or Shine, Crepes Bonapare serves up the people!

Santa Ana: Crepes Bonaparte, Dos Chinos

October 5, 2010Leave a comment

Its a bit wet out today, and there’s a Health Fair going on down the street from my office. Crepes Bonaparte has a monthly stop at my office the first Tuesday of each month, and was supposed to park in front of my work.

With the Health Fair, and the lack of foot traffic, they decided to try 3rd and Sycamore with Dos Chinos. As much as I like seeing them in front of my office, the location on 3rd seem to be better.

Tomato pesto crepe

Nothing stops a foodie from getting food… not even the rain!

Shrimp tacos from Dos Chinos

Filet Mignon tacos from Dos Chinos

Santa Ana: (Libreria Martinez) Oh For Sweets Sake!

October 2, 2010September 18, 2015Leave a comment

The Oh For Sweets Sake truck and Dos Chinos were going to be in DT Santa Ana. They were trying for their “usual” spot on 3rd and Sycamore, but the parking lot attendant decided to be a jerk and charge them $30 to park. When they hesitated, the parking attendant hiked it to $100.

I stood there watching the 2 poor trucks circle and circle the downtown area, looking for a spot. It was the first Saturday of the month, and Downtown Santa Ana was crowded with people coming in for “Santa Ana Art Walk”

Dos Chinos took off down Main Street, and Oh For Sweets Sake found a spot on Broadway and 3rd, in front of Libreria Martinez, a latin bookstore.

At first the bookstore frowned upon the OFSS truck parked in front of their store, saying the truck would block their store. Little did we know it was a grand opening, and they feared their loyal customers would not find the new location.

Well, a win-win compromise solution came about. OFSS assured Mr. Martinez that the truck will “draw” customers because of twitter and facebook. In addition if the customers go to the bookstore and buy something, they can show OFSS their receipt and get $1 off their savory order. That way, truck traffic would bring customers into the bookstore, and bookstore customers can get a discount for buying a book… everyone wins!

Thank you to Mr. Martinez and his family for allowing OFSS share the evening, and I hope your Grand Opening Night was a success! Muchas Gracias por todo!

Libreria Martinez bookstore is located on 216 N, Broadway in Santa Ana
Next door to Subway Sandwich, on the corner of 3rd and Broadway

OFSS Soul Food Saturday: Mac n Cheese w. corn bread

OFSS Soul Food Saturday Fried Chicken

And you always save room for a OFSS Cupcake!

Irvine: (OC DinDinaGoGo) Lomo Arigato, Dogzilla, Tropical Shave Ice

September 29, 2010September 18, 20151 Comment

Today was a very busy evening. After work, I went to the Orange County Register (newspaper) for an intimate “meet and greet” with (my favorite) Anaheim Ducks player, Bobby Ryan. I attached a brief video of the event.. I hope you can hear it!

http://www.facebook.com/v/435873243284

The event started promptly at 6 pm, and lucky for me, it only lasted a half hour. After the event, I took 4 of my hockey friends to join me, Martin and Karen to the OC Din Din a Go Go, at the new home at Atomic Ballroom. It was their first time at a truck gathering so I suggested Lomo Arigato.

Tallarin Saltado by Lomo Arigato
Peruvian style spaghetti

Lomo Saltado by Lomo Arigato
Meats, onions, tomatoes, seasoning tossed in french fries

Dogzilla “not your typical wiener” Japanese truck

The Dogzilla
Beef hotdog w/ avocado, bacon bits, grilled onions,
furikake, mayo and teri sauce in a soft kings hawaiian bun

Dessert with a smile by Tropical Shave Ice

Irvine: Barcelona on the Go, Oh For Sweets Sake, Tropical Shave Ice

September 29, 2010September 18, 2015Leave a comment

I try not to be a creature of habit because (as the cliche goes) variety is the spice of life. Still, there’s something about consistency which makes things feel all nice, warm and fuzzy. On Wednesdays, I look forward in making a drive to Irvine for two reasons: 1) I get to eat a fantastic lunch as some of OC’s best gourmet trucks, and 2) I get to see my sister for all but 10-15 minutes.

Today, I decided to leave work a wee early and dine al fresco with my sister. Dining al fresco means hauling some folding chairs and a tv tray table out of my truck, and plopping it in front of a tree.

My lunch today was from Barcelona onthego, who was celebrating “Restaurant Week”. He was promoting a 3 course meal for $15. Sure it sounds a bit pricey, but look at the food! I ended up taking my dessert back to work because I had to have my treat from Oh For Sweets Sake!