Author: Nakanari

  • LemonShark Poké with @dessertforyoursenses

    LemonShark Poké with @dessertforyoursenses

    Wow! This is my new favorite spot now! Thanks @dessertforyoursenses for suggesting this place and joining me for an amazing lunch. Make sure you check out our first vlog. Everything was delicious!
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    Edited by Larnna Thompson
  • Spiki’s Java Adventure 2015

    Spiki’s Java Adventure 2015

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    Sponsored by: Plastic Culture and Martian Toys

     

    Special thanks to:

    Kumpul Kreavi

    Forward Factory

    Ciputra University – Surabaya

    Jakarta Institute Of The Art/Institu Kesenian Jakarta

    Unisadhuguna International College

    PopTalk

    Odessa Elaine Sabado

    Larnna Phokakul Thompson

    And thanks to all the people who supported this event!

     

    Video by: Nicolás Rodríguez

     

    More info: www.maihiro.net #SpikisJavaAdventure #SpikisJava2015

  • Bari-Uma Ramen – Jakarta , Indonesia

    Bari-Uma Ramen – Jakarta , Indonesia

    This new place was recommend by my friend, Joshua. The night we went, we had a special guest join us — Indra G Masribani, founder of “ToyKultur.”This ramen place is different than any other noodle place because their belief is that in order to have a tasty bowl of ramen, it must have a super rich and thick soup. Needless to say I was very excited to try this spot.

    Bari-Uma Ramen also offers a happy hour menu and a great deal on combos.

    This restaurant is unique. The color chopstick you choose determines what type of ramen you get — red for pork and black for chicken.

    The Chicken Gyoza was really good and different from what I’ve had before

    Karaage

    Bari means, “Super” and Uma means, “Tasty.”Their signature dish, Bariuma, is a pork flavor shoyu soup with grilled, thick-cut chashu and extra Nori seaweed.

    Chashu-Uma and extra topping. Ajitama and pork.

    The ramen had so much flavor! Spiki and I plan to come back in 2016!

    Location: Bariuma Ramen, City Walk Mall Sudirman Level 1 Unit 5, Jl.

    KH Mas Mansyur Kavling 121, Central Jakarta

    Phone: 29704018

    Opening hours: 10.00-22.00

     

    Edited by: Larnna Thompson

     

  • Aki Restaurant Happy Hour Review – Orlando, Florida

    Aki Restaurant Happy Hour Review – Orlando, Florida

    Aki Restaurant is one of my favorite spots since high school so as you can imagine, I’ve been to this place many, many times. Hidden in somewhat of a deserted plaza, the prices are reasonable and the restaurant itself is small with a homestyle feel. They offer a variety of dishes such as: tonkatsu, sushi, udon and friend rice, and curry. They also offer a happy hour deal so if you’re looking for a full sushi dinner, this spot will fill you up. I love starting of with a small appetizer like the Gyoza.

    I highly recommend trying the “Kaisen Don.”

    The happy hour menu has a variety of fresh, traditional sushi nigiri.$1 for nigiri, $2/50 per roll.

    This place is warm with a friendly staff.  I’ve grown up with this place so it’s very special to me.  I have many fond memories of hanging out with friends and family over a dish of colorful sushi.  I hope you can experience it and create some memories of your own.

     

    Address: 7460 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819

    Phone: (407) 354-0025

    Hours: 11:45AM – 10:00PM

    Happy Hour: Mon-Fri 5:30PM-6:30PM

  • J.CO Donuts – Jakarta , Indonesia

    J.CO Donuts – Jakarta , Indonesia

    I have heard so much about J.CO Donuts and that their green tea donuts are amazing! I couldn’t wait to chow down on this sweet treat.

    They offer some really cool flavor selections.

    The coffee is simple and includes latte art deco.

    Compared to other franchises, I like this one best because they offer Asian-inspired flavors.  The quality is great and affordable.

     

     

    Edited by: Larnna Thompson

     

  • NIPA HUT BAR & RESTAURANT – Kissimmee, Florida

    NIPA HUT BAR & RESTAURANT – Kissimmee, Florida

    Droolius and I joined up for another awesome food adventure! Shout out to Julius for sharing this great local Filipino Cuisine.   I always want to support local businesses especially when they serve food is special and rare. I knew for sure that I wanted to try the Halo-Halo ice dessert.

    Calamansi Juice

    Lechon Kawali / Crispy Fried Roasted Pork

    You can choose from Adobo (Chicken) Braised Pork or Chicken with soy, vinegar, and pepper.

    Halo-Halo with purple yam (ubeng pula) ice cream. So good!

    The food wad authentic and I really enjoyed the garlic rice with the chicken plate. The prices were affordable and they offered nice-sized portions. Don’t forget to check out Julius’s next blog post at: www.droolius.com.

    Address: 5565 W Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy, Kissimmee, FL 34746

    Phone: (407) 507-3826

    Menu: locu.com

    Edited by: Larnna Thompson

  • Pig Floyds Urban Barbakoa – Orlando, Florida

    Pig Floyds Urban Barbakoa – Orlando, Florida

    I’m huge fan of BBQ so when I heard about this place from many of my friends, I knew I had to check it out. Plus, I wanted to support the owner, Thomas Ward, and taste his brand new creation. My friend, Larnna, and I went to Pig Floyds Urban Babakoa for lunch one day to see what everyone was talking about.

    One of my beliefs is that the branding of a company is part of the overall experience and one of the reasons why it’s so important. Being an artist, I really pick up on the environment in addition to the the food.

    Pork Belly Taco

    Oakwood Smoked Brisket, Apple Fennel Slaw, and Grilled Corn On The Cob

    I really enjoyed the flavors a lot and did’t need to add any extra BBQ sauce.  This place is different and fresh, and definitely worth checking out.

    Address: 1326 N Mills Ave, Orlando, FL 32803

    Phone: (407) 203-0866

    Hours: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM

  • Vivoli il Gelato / Disney Springs

    Vivoli il Gelato / Disney Springs

    As most of you already know, Downtown Disney has been renamed and is now called “Disney Springs.” They have some new and interesting restaurants that have unique cuisine and have partnered with Mickey Mouse. I’ve been wanting to visit a certain place so badly and I finally got the chance! It’s called Vivoli il Gelato and they serve authentic, hand-crafted Italian gelato which is very difficult to find locally here in Orlando.

    The interior features a photo gallery of the company’s history and culture.

    There were so many different flavors to choose from!

    I’m a huge fan of fruit flavors so mango was my number 1 choice.  It tasted so naturally delicious, without the processed sugar found in most desserts.

    The employees even shared the process of making the gelato.  I was pleasantly surprised to find out that they hand peel and cut all the fruit, maintaining the quality and flavor.

    I’m in love with this place!  I highly recommend that you check this place out, especially if you’re in the area visiting Mickey and Minnie.

    Located in: Marketplace Address: 1600 Buena Vista Dr, Orlando, FL 32830

    Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 12AM

    Phone: (407) 939-5277

    Edited by: Larnna Thompson

     

  • Ruth’s Chris Steak House – Orlando, Florida

    Ruth’s Chris Steak House – Orlando, Florida

    I had a very special meeting with the VP of a Chinese arcade company, who was in town, attending the IAPPA (International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions) expo.  I was honored to meet with him as well as the manger of game development.

    They kindly invited me this famous steak house that I’ve always wanted to try — Ruth’s Chris Steak House!

    This place was classy and elegant.

    Lobster Bisque Soup

    Calamari

    Caesar Salad

    Cowboy Ribeye — super tasty,  juicy, and well-seasoned.  I enjoyed every single bite.

    Fresh Asparagus, Shoestring Fries, and other side selections.

    The service and quality was great.  If you don’t have a particular budget, then I would definitely recommend this place for dinner dates with a significant other, anniversaries, or any other special occasions.

    Address: 7501 Sand Lake Rd, Orlando, FL 32819

    Phone: (407) 226-3900

    Hours: 4:30 – 10:00 PM

     

     

     

    Edited by: Larnna Thompson