Well was it? Man, I saw the thermometer hit 92 today, and we live in a very moderate part of San Diego! I don't know about you, but sometimes the heat really dampens my appetite. Can you imagine having this steaming bowl of Gyeran Jjim (steamed egg)……
I do know folks who enjoy having a nice hot bowl of soup during a heat wave (and love ice cream during the middle of winter), but I'm not one of them. Neither is the Missus. But the Missus has one thing going for Her….when She finds something She enjoys, She'll have it every day until the woman becomes sick and tired of it. I believe I've documentedvarious obsessions pretty well. But this time, the Missus has got two going on at the same time! What's even more interesting is that both obsessions are sandwiches! And even though sammies originate in different parts of the world, they both happen to be vegetarian sandwiches.
In corner A, we have the Vegetarian Banh Mi from LV Sandwiches in Linda Vista:
I was told they make the faux Cha Lua inhouse. I must say, that unlike most Banh Mi Chay, this one has some flavor to it. And it can almost fool me……..
Unfortunately LV Sandwiches has now closed…..
LV Sandwiches and Restaurant
6925 Linda Vista Road
San Diego, CA 92111
In corner B, is the "Garden Delight" from Sandwich Emporium, our wonderful neighborhood sandwich shop. For some reason the Missus eschews cheese and mayo on this sandwich, but adds pickled jalapenos for a bit of a kick. (A side note, I like the BLAST, which is basically the same sandwich with bacon…)
She has eaten this sandwich on five or the last six days. The Missus has become a bit embarassed about John and Peter ordering the sandwich the minute they see Her. So guess who has to pick up Her sandwiches now???? I mean, I love sandwiches, and the crew at Sandwich Emporium, but 5 times in six days? And I've got a sneaking suspicion the Missus will make it six out of seven tomorrow….I hope they don't run out of sprouts or jalapenos!
Sandwich Emporium
3054 1/2 Clairemont Drive
San Diego,CA
619-275-1351
Meanwhile, I've got my own cure for a hot Sunday:
Yep, it's from you know where, and it sure hit the spot. Also, since Ba Ren has lowered prices, this dish is now only $4.59….cheaper than many sandwiches. I think I'll be eating this a lot more often…..
**** Ba Ren has closed
Ba Ren
4957 Diane Ave
San Diego, CA 92117
Of course this looks pretty good right now as well:
But that's a whole 'nother post(yes, another COMC post I'm sure)…..well, you can read about Cathy's visit here. Let's just say it lives up to it's name on the menu, "Vuelve ala Vida" – Back to life!
We hope everyone managed to keep cool and refreshed this weekend!