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Doughnut Peaches - The Healthy Kind of Donut

This was the healthiest bag of doughnuts I ever grabbed for. Donut Peaches are a sweet, healthy treat so enjoy them while they're still in season.

Nombe's Mission Beer Garden is Back - San Francisco

Following its festive inaugural Mission Beer Garden celebration on the rooftop of Wix Lounge, Nombe has mapped out future dates including one happening this Friday 7/20. For only $15/person ($18 at the door) each guest will receive 3 pints of beer from featured breweries Kirin, Pacific Brewing Labs and Speakeasy. There will also be a variety of Japanese street food on hand including edamame, chicken wings, pork belly, hand-rolled sushi, chicken katsu sandwiches and more. So, if you are trying to figure out how to start off the weekend, now you know. Kick back and kanpai with your friends with a beer in hand and spread the word. And since it only goes on until 8pm, you still have time to grab dinner at Nombe or one of your other favorite Mission eateries before you head to your next destination.

Nombe believes in community, so a portion of proceeds will go toward La Cocina, a non-profit incubator program that supports low-income edible enterprises. 

Here are some of my pics from the last event:

                              Sushi Hand Rolls from Nombe

                             All Smiles at Sapporo Beer

                  Raw Oysters sprinkled with Shichimi pepper

                           Japanese Beer Taste Testing

  

                            Edamame Hummus with Taro Chips

         No shortage of good eats coming out of the kitchen

                         Pork Belly - not a low calorie food

NOMBE's MJBG (Mission Japanese Beer Garden) details:

Date: Friday, July 20th, 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Location: Wix Lounge – Mission & 22nd (entrance on Mission Street)

TICKETS: Buy in advance HERE for $15. It will be $18 at door.

**Additional food & beer tickets can be purchased the night of the event ($5 per ticket).

 For more info on NOMBE,  visit  HERE

I will be sharing more pics on Food Fashionista's Facebook Page later today.

 

Support HAPA RAMEN's Kickstarter Campaign - Every dollar counts!

As a biz owner, I'm a huge fan of people who follow their dreams. It's something many talk about, but not a lot do. Most find excuses, reasons, but mostly it's just their own fear that prevents them from doing it.

On the other hand, there are those that break through the fear factor barrier and go for it. But, as any small business owner knows, finances can get tight and run thin. From paying your employees, to purchasing paper for receipts..., everything adds up. And when you are a small business without huge backing and investors, it's often challenging.

If you've frequented the SF Ferry Building Farmers' Market, or followed the dining scene around San Francisco, I'm sure you are familiar with Hapa Ramen. From soy-braised pork tongue, to vegetarian miso, chances are you've tried it at Hapa and thought or said, "Wow, this is some awesome ramen, I just wish they were open for dinner." Well, SF ramen fiends, the time has now come and the Hapa Ramen crew is hoping to turn their dream into reality.

As a truly grassroots, small business, they need our help. Starting this week, you can make a pledge or $5 and up via Kickstarter to help Hapa Ramen reach their $55,000 goal by August 1st. Every bit counts and in addition to the future Hapa Ramen brick & mortar, there's an additional reward in it for you (see below). And believe me friends, once you try their ramen, you'll be glad you supported these passionate and talented people in bringing their little ramen stand to a permanent space where we could all enjoy a wonderful meal with friends and they could call home.