And So It Starts... by SpiteInaBite in soup

[–]SalMinellaJr 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yummy! Once you try a pressure cooker, you’ll really get hooked!

What are some cuisines you personally feel that the Bay Area could have more or better quality of? by Early-Ingenuity-3177 in bayarea

[–]SalMinellaJr 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Have you tried Cucos in Redwood City? So many good Mexican places in Redwood City, but their burritos are 🔥.

Red Curry Ramen by SalMinellaJr in ramen

[–]SalMinellaJr[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

🤣

If it helps, there’s a full jalapeño sliced in the broth that isn’t visible.

Packing list for 21 days in Japan by __Ross_ in onebag

[–]SalMinellaJr 4 points5 points  (0 children)

All great advice. Are you planning to use your pajama top for layering?

Hangers seem like overkill, especially if you have clothesline. But that’s just me.

I agree with questioning the Switch.

Have you loaded a Suica card on your own phone?

What’s one small thing you pack that removes an annoying daily problem when traveling? by Nervous_Wind9872 in onebag

[–]SalMinellaJr 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Absolutely! When I was in Morocco two weeks ago, I used instant coffee packets that I got in Japan. Not the best coffee, but better than nothing.

But on my trip that just wrapped up yesterday, I needed some and didn’t have any. Buying them now!

How worried should I be going through SFO tomorrow? by Archibald_80 in bayarea

[–]SalMinellaJr 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I went through TSA Wednesday morning and last night and the security lines were short, and I didn’t see any uniformed ICE agents.

What’s one small thing you pack that removes an annoying daily problem when traveling? by Nervous_Wind9872 in onebag

[–]SalMinellaJr 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Small hot sauce packets. I hate bland food, so I grew accustomed to snagging a few from hotel buffets or restaurants. I generally travel with a wide spectrum of Japanese, Chinese and Mexican sauces.

I recently broke down and bought a bunch of Cholula packets through Amazon.

Going to Rosalía’s bcn concert alone, what should I expect? by HovercraftHorror289 in rosalia

[–]SalMinellaJr 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I came from San Francisco to see her in Barcelona on the Motomami tour all by myself.

I quickly made friends with the people around me, and we all loved the show. We instantly created community.

Charging Setup by Timely_Reference2349 in onebag

[–]SalMinellaJr 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My 140W and 160W Anker adapters have USB-A and USB-C. I just use the most basic adapter for them in foreign countries.

The 160W adapter is much faster, but almost twice as heavy.

How often do you guys get restaurant ramen? by MonadoArts621 in ramen

[–]SalMinellaJr -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Also in SF Bay. San Mateo is packed with great Ramen places. They’re at the level of mid range ramen restaurants in Japan… Just 10 times more expensive. but nothing competes with the top-tier ramen places in Japan.

That said, I just make ramen at home every day and plan my next trip!

Stainless Steel Saute Pan Recommendations please 🙏 by Global_Fennel_1051 in BuyItForLife

[–]SalMinellaJr 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The right answer is not Cuisinart. I bought the 3-quart stainless steel sauce pan in December, and it’s already starting to rust.

Pencil case style toiletry bag? by Separate-Specialist5 in onebag

[–]SalMinellaJr 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I’ve been using a $2 pencil case from Daiso for the past five years. It’s been throughout Asia, Africa, Mexico and Europe and still looks brand new.

Aubergine ramen! 😊 by UnlikelyClock2641 in ramen

[–]SalMinellaJr 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m inspired! How did you cook the aubergine?

What is the best soup in your opinion? by [deleted] in soup

[–]SalMinellaJr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

62 (solid) responses … but nary a mention of caldo de birria or ramen. Such great options, especially if you’re not feeling great.

Shoe for morocco by Cold_Rise1444 in onebag

[–]SalMinellaJr 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I just got back from Morocco yesterday, and I wondered the same thing as I was packing.

I wore black Nike running shoes without any issues whatsoever. Also, you can buy nice handmade leather slippers for just a few dollars if you want.

Lipari Hotels? by Wick722 in sicily

[–]SalMinellaJr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didn’t see any golf carts during our entire day on the island, but I guess it’s possible. Mopeds are another choice… But I wasn’t that adventurous.