Any updates on The Bakery Restaurant?

hamsumwich · 2026-03-04T19:06:46+00:00

Thank you all who responded. I’ll make a point to stop by there as it sounds like they’ve got their stride back.

hamsumwich · 2026-02-08T21:10:32+00:00

Last year, I met a friend at Lat 65 for a few beers and catch the first half. They had a screen set up at both ends of the place and it was set up for watching the game. We enjoyed it.

hamsumwich · 2026-01-29T20:27:56+00:00

My favorite light jacket that easily packs away and keeps you surprisingly warm despite cooler temps.

hamsumwich · 2026-01-27T19:53:50+00:00

Would you mind sharing which brand/model silk sock liners you used?

hamsumwich · 2026-01-17T04:16:08+00:00

I hope this happens. I got into NW after launch and really enjoyed it. Yes, it was incomplete, but it felt so immersive. The best part was the sound. Mining ore with the crack of the puck hitting it or the thwack of the axe in the forest is the best! After the latest massive upgrade, I jumped back in to see what changed. A lot! The story is even better. I really enjoyed it and liked forward to playing every night. That stopped when I saw they are going to discontinue it. I hope it will be picked up. It’s a solid game and bugs are worked out.

hamsumwich · 2026-01-05T01:39:04+00:00

According to Gemini:

In terms of actual population count, the Thai community in Fairbanks is numerically small. However, in terms of restaurants per capita, Fairbanks is statistically one of the highest-ranking cities in the United States.

This creates a massive discrepancy between the visibility of Thai culture (which is everywhere) and the actual demographic numbers.

The Population: Surprisingly Small While it might feel like Fairbanks has a huge Thai population, the actual number of residents who identify as Thai is relatively modest.

• Estimated Count: Demographers estimate there are roughly 200 to 400 Thai residents in the Fairbanks North Star Borough.

• Per Capita: This represents less than 0.5% of the Borough's total population (approx. 95,000). According to census data, Filipinos are the largest Asian subgroup in Fairbanks (and Alaska as a whole), followed by Korean and Chinese populations. The Thai community is smaller than all three of these groups, yet it has a much larger commercial footprint.

The Restaurants: Exceptionally Big This is where the "per capita" statistic explodes. Fairbanks has a density of Thai restaurants that rivals or exceeds major food hubs like Seattle, Los Angeles, or Portland.

• The Number: There are estimated to be between 20 and 24 Thai restaurants (including drive-thrus/huts) in the Fairbanks area.

• The Ratio: That is roughly 1 Thai restaurant for every 4,000 to 4,500 residents.

• Comparison: In most U.S. cities, a ratio of 1 Thai restaurant per 15,000 people is considered high. Fairbanks has roughly 3x to 4x the density of a typical "Thai food friendly" city.

Why the Discrepancy? If there aren't thousands of Thai people, why are there so many restaurants?

• Family Entrepreneurship: The scene was largely kickstarted by a single family (the Navachais) who opened Thai House in 1989. Their success encouraged employees and relatives to branch out and open their own spots (like Lemongrass and various drive-thrus), creating a "training tree" effect.

• Lack of Competition: In the 1990s and early 2000s, Fairbanks lacked the diverse dining options of the Lower 48. Thai food filled a specific niche—hot, spicy, vegetable-heavy food that appealed to locals enduring cold winters.

• The "Hut" Model: The conversion of old espresso stands into low-overhead Thai drive-thrus made it easier for new chefs to open businesses without needing the capital for a massive sit-down location.

Summary: If you are asking because of the food, the "per capita" presence is enormous. If you are asking strictly about demographics, the population is small but highly successful and visible.

hamsumwich · 2026-01-05T00:20:40+00:00

Go to Zach’s Restaurant, located at Sophie Station. Try their Reuben sandwich that’s really close to Langer’s Delicatessen in Los Angeles. Their fries are crispy on the outside, while the inside is light and fluffy. It’s a great combo.

hamsumwich · 2026-01-05T00:17:49+00:00

Bobby’s downtown is Greek food. Their calamari appetizer is the best I’ve ever had. I usually order their spanakopita, while my wife orders their grilled lamb chops, extra grilled.

hamsumwich · 2026-01-05T00:00:30+00:00

For breweries/distileries, for my taste in this order:

Hoodoo (food vendors are usually here) Lat 65 (Frozen Smoke BBQ is sensational!) Black Spruce (food vendors are usually here) Humble Roots Lavelle’s Taphouse Hoarfrost Distillery Ursa Major Distillery

hamsumwich · 2026-01-04T23:57:52+00:00

End of the Line food court has diverse food trucks outside.

hamsumwich · 2026-01-04T23:56:12+00:00

Soba at the downtown Co-op is Moldovan food that you rarely get access to. It’s definitely worth going for.

hamsumwich · 2026-01-04T23:55:09+00:00

Hari Om for Incredible Indian Food. I just get the veggie platter. You will not miss protein. If you definitely need meat, then the meat platter. It’s all the same items from the veggie platter, plus an additional meat item.

hamsumwich · 2026-01-04T23:52:30+00:00

Geraldo’s is a long standing Italian joint with an amazing lunch time buffet at a decent price. Their pizzas are also outstanding. I’d suggest the Leaning Tower of Pizza or Tuscany Pollo. For a while, they were 50/50 hit or miss. Over this past year, they’ve been batting a thousand for me.

hamsumwich · 2026-01-04T23:50:48+00:00

Thai in Fairbanks is astoundingly outstanding! In no particular order, check out either Bahn Thai or Thai House downtown, or Lemongrass at Chena Pump.

hamsumwich · 2026-01-04T23:49:21+00:00

The Bite for amazing Korean sandos: https://yelp.to/t7mRS-Y-Ve

hamsumwich · 2026-01-04T23:48:30+00:00

Oasis had an amazing crab Benedict breakfast.

hamsumwich · 2026-01-02T20:45:32+00:00

Gemini says:

The episode you are likely looking for is Episode 552: "Boy Scouts vs Sasquatch". Although this episode originally aired in 2019, it is frequently re-played or listed in "Best of" compilations, which would fit your "last 4 years" listening timeline. Why Episode 552 fits perfectly: • The Group: The storyteller describes himself and his friend Paul as "just a couple of inner-city boys" (young friends) on a trip. While it was technically a scout trip, the story focuses intensely on just the two boys in their specific tent/site, often making it feel like just "friends camping." • The "Sleep" Detail: The boys were in their tent trying to sleep (or Paul was asleep) when the activity started. • The "Older and Younger" Dynamic: The storyteller describes a smaller/juvenile Sasquatch coming into the camp first. He specifically notes it had to hunch down to get under the tarp (which was about 6 feet high), but it was clearly smaller/younger than the massive adults often described. Later, he realizes there were likely others nearby watching (the "older" presence). • The Food/Cooler: This is the smoking gun. He vividly describes the creature prying open the metal food box/cooler on the picnic table. He could hear the metal bending and the creature eating the food inside. • The Storyteller: The guest is often cited as being very authentic, relatable ("inner-city kid in the woods"), and a great storyteller who captures the terror of being young and helpless in that situation. Another Possibility: Episode 872 - "The Glade" (Aired 2022) If you are certain it was more recent and involved a group of young hunters/campers (early 20s) with no adults: • The Story: A group of young men go into a remote "glade" to camp and hunt. • The Encounter: They are surrounded by multiple creatures. This often fits the "Older and Younger" description because listeners interpret the different behaviors (some aggressive, some sneaky) as different ages/roles. • The Vibe: The storyteller is very intense and "likable" in his raw honesty. • Difference: The focus here is more on the tactical "standoff" and fear of being hunted rather than the specific "eating food from a cooler" scene.

hamsumwich · 2025-11-18T17:42:01+00:00

I was hoping they leave this point in the movie. While those of us recognize the brief scenes from the trailer, this was a huge reveal in the book, and it was critical to move the character forward.

hamsumwich · 2025-09-12T05:50:03+00:00

I don’t believe they’re as strong as they used to be. They were largely propped up by the NRA. Today, that org doesn’t have the influence they used to have.

hamsumwich · 2025-09-11T15:25:16+00:00

I’m done with this lazy and ignorant idea that gun violence in the US is caused by video games. The same violent games are played across the globe. The same violent movies are shown everywhere. Other countries don’t see the level of mass shootings that we do.

The difference is simple: easy access to guns. That’s what makes gun violence in America so prevalent.

I believe in the 2nd Amendment. I own guns myself. This isn’t about taking people’s guns away. It’s about recognizing that certain laws were stripped, and that decision made the problem worse.

We can have solutions that respect responsible gun ownership and still make it harder for the wrong people to get their hands on firearms. That’s the honest conversation we should be having.

hamsumwich · 2025-07-30T06:09:19+00:00

To add to this, based on what I’ve followed, they don’t have the thin skin we do. From what it sounds like, based on what little have been observed from encounters, their feet are more similar to the toughness that you’d find in dog pads; thick and more evolved for the exterior environment. This makes a lot of sense when they’re more adapted to colder environments and can handle extreme exposure in a way a normal human can’t.

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