Xpress Magazine

Finding the Fusion

Justine Brady, Staff Writer
December 11, 2022

The marinated sweet pork hisses back at the chef as he gently tosses the meat onto the hot grill. The sound of the knife striking the cutting board can be heard from the kitchen as onions, jalapeños and...

Food Passport: Hot Sauce and Panko

Catherine Uy
May 13, 2015

Hot Sauce and Panko serves up a variety of chicken wings with bold flavors, from ramen crusted to siracha caramel.

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."