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Pasadena - Afters Ice Cream

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When I asked co-workers if they've heard of Afters Ice Cream, they gave me a blank stare. I mentioned that maybe some of their friends had posted pictures of the milky bun from Orange County, still nothing. Another person overheard my description and said "ice cream donut!" and then heads started nodding and smiles emerged. Well, the 'ice cream donut' has arrived in Pasadena!  Afters Ice Cream owners (from L) David Ly, Scott Nghiem, and Andy Nguyen opening their 5th location in Pasadena. I've visited the original Afters' location in Fountain Valley and had their ice cream on a few occasions. A wide range of flavors and toppings, a very popular  late night sweet snack. A couple of blocks East of Pasadena City College on Green Street and just North of Cal Tech, it doesn't get any sweeter... Located at the old 'Motordogs' location. I mentioned to the owners, although I miss Motordogs...

GD Bro Burger in Santa Ana - Grand Opening!

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GD Bro Burger finds parking in Santa Ana, let me explain... You may have recognized the name from Food Network's "The Great Food Truck Race"  (Season 6)  They found a place to park the food truck and opened their first brick and mortar in Santa Ana. I was lucky to get a sneak peak before their August 29, 2015,  Grand Opening. After walking in the door, Patty Girth Matters! Looking forward to a stuffed burger. See What Jay Eats... When my order arrived, I first noticed the  raspberry bun on my burger. Yes, it got my attention! This is a Game Changer! I started out with the Duck Fat Fries, who wouldn't, right? They have other sides, see menu below.  I went with the "Juan & Only" burger with jalapeño cream cheese, pico de gallo, and avocado chipotle mayo on the raspberry bun. This was a good burger, there was just enough heat and the avocado was a nice tou...