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Photo Courtesy of Val of Trippy Food "A Walk on the Wild Side" begins... Before we get to the exotic stuff, just some background on how all of this came about. I've been fortunate to meet some really interesting and passionate food people along my food journey. While attending a restaurant tasting with food  adventurer,  @KristieHang , we happened to sit next to   @trippyfood and  @cuethecritic .   A conversation began,  funny thing,  we've been following  each other on  social media and a true pleasure meeting both of them IRL. Next thing I know, exotic meats are mentioned and weeks later @trippyfood sets up a tasting at  Exotic Meat Market in Perris. I love Extreme Cuisine, so I was thumbs-up for joining in. Now you're caught up... Our host, Anshu , of Exotic Meat Market . No one mentioned Thanksgiv..., I mean, the "T" word. Of course this ranch had some lambs. ...

If you're a fan of Katsu Manhattan Beach, you know the restaurant has closed and reopened under a new name. Photo Courtesy of Sushi Akatora The space was taken over by restauranteur Michael Cardenas of Sushi Roku and Lazy Ox.  Sushi Akatora has a new rustic look and the menu has an izakaya focus. Don't worry, you can still get sushi. See What Jay Eats... Arrived for dinner and sat at the sushi bar. Halibut Carpaccio Thinly sliced halibut sashimi with yuzu pepper and pink peppercorns. I love a good Halibut with a simple preparation.  Brussels Sprouts Quick sautéed with Akatora original Asian rya-yu A bit crunchy  Kobe Beef Corn Dogs Kobe beef corn dog with dijon mustard and ketchup Not exactly fair food, but an upscale version of this American favorite. I really liked the house made Kobe beef corn dog. It was good seeing my friend Chef Katsu  and having him se...