Just a couple of items for this Saturday.
The Big List Returns:
More than a few years back, I created a page which I titled "The Big List", that listed every San Diego restaurant post. I listed everything and even included photos. Well, the Big List got "too big" and I eventually deleted the page. But over the years I've had a few requests to create a listing of places in San Diego. And back in March of 2023, "CY" asked about having a listing by location, to help him decide on where to try. I really wasn't up to doing this again, but in May, I started on the Big List by Neighborhood. Man, having to go thru over 5100+ posts took a while, but I've finally completed it.
There were some benefits. Since I had to review all local posts, I managed to update the old posts and indicate and hopefully link to updates. I created links which indicated the month/year of the post along with short notations on items like if the post was done by Cathy/Ed from Yuma/Vicki, if the post was on a old location/previous owners, etc….
I tried to divide places up by Zip Code, but there are a few "kinks" regarding my listing. I also learned stuff like Mien Trung is not really located in Linda Vista, but Clairemont. I also did split some zip codes like 92111 and 92110 – I really do think of Bay Park/Morena/Old Town being separated from Midway, which I included with Point Loma/Shelter Island. I'm sure folks will have some feedback on that!
I also have a listing noted as "In Limbo", for places that are currently changing locations, having to find a new location, etc……
I will try to update periodically or when I find out there have been changes.
The one good thing is that there a bunch of places I have to revisit; places I haven't been back to in years…….
So please take a look and let me know what you think:
And, if folks like it; maybe I can do a page on LA/OC and perhaps even places we travel to often.
I also need to thank each and every one of you for being greats "FOYs" all of these years!
**** 01/22/2024 A short update. By request I opened up the comments on the page as well.
Welcome a New San Diego Blogger:
So, I found out via an Instagram Post, that "FOY" Denver, an occasional commenter on our humble little blog has created a blog of his own which covers food and travel. It's called My Phone Eats First.
So, go check it out. I also created a link in the sidebar!
Welcome to the blogging world Denver!
Do You Really Want Me to Try "Tonkatsu Ramen"?
And lastly, I'll end with a bit of silliness. I got an email from a "FOY":
"So, over the years I notice that you have an issue with folks calling Tonkotsu Ramen "Tonkatsu Ramen". You even called out Andrew Zimmern on it. So, I was at Zion Market and noticed that PokeU in the food court actually has Tonkatsu Ramen! Check it out and I double dog dare you to try it"
Ok, so on my last shopping thingy at Zion; I usually go at 9am so don't even bother with the food stands there, I walked over and good lord…..
There it was.
I know this place made everything from Teriyaki to Rolls, but this cracked me up. Still, based on trying their poke back in 2017 I'm not so sure.
I will however, suck it up and actually try a bowl of "Tonkatsu Ramen" if folks want me too. Or maybe you can try it and let me know what you think?
Poke U (In the Zion Market Food Court)
7655 Clairemont Mesa Blvd
San Diego, CA 92111
Hope everyone is having a great weekend!