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Food Passport: Waraku

Catherine Uy
May 19, 2015

Waraku, the ramen joint run by Shabuway and Men Oh owners, Eiichi Mochizuki and Koji Kikura, is quaint and cozy. Despite its simple aesthetic it really speaks to the idea that good things, or food in this case, are found in the smallest places.

Food Passport: El Farolito

Catherine Uy
April 26, 2015

Craving a good burrito? Need to satisfy the drunchies? El Farolito is the place to go.

Food Passport: Koja Kitchen

Catherine Uy
April 11, 2015

This restaurant specializes in reinventing Korean and Japanese dishes.

Food Passport: Yamo serves up Burmese classics

Catherine Uy
April 1, 2015

Don't let its run-down appearance fool you. This tiny Mission restaurant serves delicious meals with rich flavors influenced by Burmese cuisine.

SF State’s Vista Room offers fine dining on a budget

Catherine Uy
March 27, 2015

Tucked away at the top of Burk Hall is the Vista Room, SF State's secret restaurant. However, is it any good?

Food Passport: exploring Bay Area cuisines

Catherine Uy
March 13, 2015

Catherine Uy plans to share the stories behind the Bay's diverse foods in our newest column, "Food Passport."