Food Vid of the Week
March 11, 2010
In conjunction with my last post about Papipa’s I recently bought season 2-4 of No Reservation. Season 2 features Anthony in Quebec. The video is solid in showing the uniqueness of this French Canadian food. Check out the portion on Foie Gras!
http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-5225160569079946452#
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February 1st, 2010 – Anthony Bourdain and Sandwiches
Wow! It’s been 4 months since I updated this page. I have seen many awesome food vids but this one was a favorite during that time. I’ve recently decided that in ten years, I want to open up my own sandwich shop. It’s not to make money or become world famous but instead to have a place of my own. What better comfort than to have your own restaurant. Nothing flashy or extravagant but a nice corner bistro where your friends can stop by for a nice meal and drink. I love sandwiches and growing up there was always one sandwich which defined me. Whether this was the classic butter sandwich (layers of white bread with a slice of butter. Think 5×5). Or to my favorite school tuna sandwiches and New England’s Fluffernutter. In fact, I have to say besides rice, sandwiches occupy a special place in my palate’s heart. I love places like Caputo’s, Moochies, Isabellas in Franklin, Mass, Kelly’s Roast beef, and the list goes on. I just bough a book called Nancy Silverton’s Sandwich book which is roughly a tome of sandwiches by the Los Angeles restaurateur. She shows the mastery of using fine delicatessen meats, aged cheeses, and artisan bread to make these towers of taste. It doesn’t just show how to make a sandwich but pay homage to a the greatness of bread with meat in between One of my favorite sandwiches is Banh Mi; a classic Vietnamese sandwich influenced by french cuisine. What makes the Banh Mi sandwiches unique is first it’s amazing bread. Soft on the inside with enough bread to soak up the flavors of the french-inspired liverwurst, but crunchy enough on the outside to provide a balance of textures. This sandwich is my favorite. Here is Anthony Bourdain of the Travel Channel showing how awesome a Banh Mi can be. If you’re looking for some decent places to check out Banh Mi (ask for the special “dac biet”) Try any Asian store or Cafe Thao Mi on Redwood and 4200 S. in West Valley.
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October 13th, 2009: Jeff Corwin Extreme Cusine:
WARNING: If you do not enjoy bugs or weird cuisine, do not watch the below video.
Many of you know I’ve traveled to Cambodia countless times. Each time I’ve visited, I’ve gone with the goal of eating the most unique items. Some would call them “Bizarre Foods” or “Extreme Cuisine.” I call them famine food. In this video, you’ll see Chef McDang prepare silk worm, locust/grasshopper, and ant larvae. I’ve had all three and while the first two were a one time deal, the ant larvae when stir fried is extremely tasty. I’ll be posting some pics later but if you dare to watch, check out the vid below!
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October 8th, 2009: This week’s feature video: Heavenly Foods
The Heavenly Foods takes viewers into the world of the people whose lives are closely connected to the four most expensive and sought after foods on earth.
“Meet Lee Lian Yan, one of the bravest men in China who climb as high as 60 metres, without any form of support, risking his life for one thing- the bird’s nests that could be found in many hidden parts of the caves of Huaiji. Edible bird’s nests are highly regarded in places like China, Hong Kong and Singapore. Hong Kong on average consumes up to 100 tons of birds nest every year. It is an industry worth US $90 million. Along with Bird’s nests are three other prized foods of China Abalone, Shark’s Fins and Sea Cucumber.”
Here’s the trailer. Be sure to check out the URL for the full steaming video!
http://www.factualtv.com/documentary/Culinary-China-The-Heavenly-Foods
ALSO: Check out my Blog from Cambodia when I was able to partake of these Heavenly Foods!
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