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Solvang 2026
We spent the night in Solvang on our way to Santa Clara. For years we have gone to Olsen's Danish Bakery and seen Paula's Pancake House next door with a huge line. This morning there was no line so we had to go. We had Danish Pancakes and Grilled Danish Sauage (Medisterpolse) Both were very good. We will definately try to eat here again! 1531 Mission Drive, Solvang, CA 93463 805-688-2867 https://www.paulaspancakehouse.com/ After our pancake breakfast we headed next door
Christopher Sakamoto
May 41 min read


Edna Vees Public House
Recently I went to Edna Vees for a birthday party. It is in the city of Covina. It was lively and the atmosphere was good…happy and positive. The band was still setting up. My wife and I shared the Blue Cheese Bacon Burger and fries. The patty was medium rare as ordered, the burger was juicy and tasty. Our cousin says the tater tots, wings, and Brussels sprouts are good. We were in a back room where the band was still loud and clear, but it was a little quieter and we
Christopher Sakamoto
Apr 271 min read


Blue Ash Chili in Ohio
In June of 2025, my wife, son, and I were on vacation in Ohio. My wife checked the internet to see what foods Ohio is known for. The one that caught our attention was Cincinnati Chili. Cincinnati-style chili is characterized by a thin, meat-sauce consistency rather than a thick stew. It features a distinct Mediterranean-inspired spice blend—often including cinnamon and cocoa—and is typically served over spaghetti or hot dogs with large mounds of shredded cheddar cheese. Flavo
Christopher Sakamoto
Mar 61 min read
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