What Is American Food....

Have you ever thought about what makes food "American"? More importantly is there really such thing as "American" food anymore.

I am sitting here having breakfast this morning and looking at what is in my neighborhood.you have my work that has a heavy Mediterranean influence, there are several Mexican restaurants and Indian restaurant. Do not forget the restaurant that is called and "American bistro" that has a huge freaking menu (I really hate huge menus).

There are things that are very much American staples; Chicago style hot dog, a proper lobster roll, shrimp & grits, brisket from Texas (I want to visit Franklins). But I grew up in California where it is a very different world.

I think California is an interesting place when you are looking at food culture because throughout history it has seen some of the heaviest migration of so many different cultures. A perfect example is Fresno,Ca has the biggest Hmong community on the entire west coast (some say in the country).

Think about it where did Kogi start....California!

So as I wrap up this post think about where you live: the communities, the culture and the food. Trust me if you look beyond the bright lights of Red Lobster,Olive Garden and Pzza Hut....you will not be dissapointed!

Frankie The Barber presents....FOODxCORE

I am really happy to be doing this show because anytime I can do a show to get kids in our community to think about something other then themselves it is a good thing!!

Leaders (Facedown Records)
Darasuum (Riverside, CA)
Farooq (Fresno)
Hands On Deck (Visalia)
special guest

Cost is 7 bucks (5 bucks with donation of 2 or more non perishable food items). Below is a list of food items we are looking for.

Dinuba Youth Center
214 South L St.
Dinuba,Ca 93618

Meals in a can (stew, chili, soup)
Tuna and canned meat
Peanut butter
Canned foods with pop-top lids
Low-sugar cereals
100% fruit juices in single serving boxes
Canned fruit packed in juice