Kirbie's Cravings

Poki One N Half

Poki One N Half opened this past weekend. It’s located in the shopping plaza that houses Mitsuwa marketplace and is two doors down from Nishiki Ramen. The restaurant specializes in build-your-own poke bowls and this location...

Weekend Ramblings

1. Are you playing the new Pokémon GO game? I usually don’t play phone, computer, or any type of video games, but I did download this free game on my phone having watched the cartoon...

Kang Ho Dong Baekjeong Korean BBQ

A few months ago, my friends took me to Kang Ho Dong Baekjeong and it’s now my favorite Korean BBQ spot. The popular Korean BBQ restaurant chain is owned by Kang Ho Dong, a...

Cereal Milk Ice Pops

These creamy ice pops are cereal milk flavored and coated with colorful cereal just before serving. Colorful, cereal-topped desserts are trending this summer. I’ve eaten cereal bar ice cream sandwiches, cereal dipped churros, cereal topped...

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No Churn Lemon Ice Cream

This easy, no churn lemon ice cream is creamy and perfect for summer. I’m running out of freezer space with all the ice creams and ice pops I’ve been making. I think I need...

Low Carb Bread Bun

Low Carb Bread Bun

This low carb bread bun is a quick and easy bread solution for those looking for something low carb or gluten-free. There is no wheat flour and the bread is sturdy enough to use...

Dark Horse Coffee Roasters

Dark Horse Coffee Roasters is a popular coffee roaster in San Diego, with three coffee bar locations. It’s been on my to-do list to try for a while now, but it quickly moved to the...

Carnitas’ Snack Shack Embarcadero

Carnitas’ Snack Shack recently opened a third location, right on the waterfront. Located at North Embarcadero, the new space has a full bar, a beautiful view of the water, and some new menu items. All...

Maisen Tonkatsu

Maisen Tonkatsu is often regarded as serving the best tonkatsu in Japan. It was one of my favorite bites from our trip and the restaurant I look most to forward to revisiting. I’d recommend coming...

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Gummy Bear Coconut Ice Pops

These fun popsicles are made with coconut water and gummy bears. It’s the perfect summer treat that will also help you stay hydrated! Love popsicles? Be sure to check out my round-up of 25...

Farmer’s Bottega

Farmer’s Bottega is a popular farm-to-table restaurant featuring a mix of Italian and American cuisine. A few weeks ago, we had a delicious meal here. The restaurant had been on my to-do list for...

QQ Noodle

QQ Noodle is a popular restaurant located in the Bay Area specializing in fresh, house-made noodles. We ate here a few times during my last few trips home because of my obsession with fresh...