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Judy "the foodie" Asman's Blog – October 2008 Archive (3)

The Great American Sports ... Promotion?

In a society where we're fortunate to have great sports, food and an abundance of both, I'm always amazed by how the two help each other when it comes to marketing and branding:



  • Hometown pizza joints such as Pizza Club La Habra in Southern California keep their store bustling by partnering with little league sports teams and offering specials for big pro-game nights
  • The Dodger dog reminds avid baseball fans which team is famous for selling the foot-long…
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Added by Judy "the foodie" Asman on October 27, 2008 at 7:00am — 6 Comments

I Spy an Asian Influence

Sometimes I think I've eaten enough "Asian" food in my life to take me through several incarnations. The quotations are intentional given there are so many interpretations of what Asian food is, and some folks I know of Eastern or Southeast Asian descent would protest for the authenticity of their specific cuisine.



Regardless of whether someone is a purist fan of Mandarin, Thai, Japanese or Korean cuisine, there's no arguing with the influence the blend of cultures has on… Continue

Added by Judy "the foodie" Asman on October 20, 2008 at 9:51am — 3 Comments

Good value and an Internet buzz help Taco Rosa's appeal.

Yesterday, I had the distinct pleasure of being hosted with two friends at a nearby eatery Taco Rosa. Known for a Latino-fusion menu and casual neo-classic surroundings accented with a dark-wood and white-linen motif, Taco Rosa has maintained a bustling vibe even in this economy.



While enjoying Taco Rosa's diverse and hearty Sunday Brunch ($15.95/person), I had a chance to ask one Marco Calderon, a brother in the founding family, what helps Taco Rosa maintain its hotspot… Continue

Added by Judy "the foodie" Asman on October 13, 2008 at 9:36am — 9 Comments

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