Jay Eats Worldwide

I'm always a sucker for new dessert places. I remember hearing of a Japanese cheesecake place opening up at Westfield Santa Anita, but didn't really think much of it. Wasn't able to attend the media preview, so now's my chance to get to sample Uncle Tetsu's cheesecake . Ever since they had their Grand Opening, the lines have been long. I heard from a couple of friends that the wait was about 50 minutes. I happened to be at the mall and decided to check out the line. But first, I had to get over there. As Steve Jobs' said, "The Journey is the Reward" (the back way to the Asian food hallway) The line didn't seem too long the first day I stopped by. Why the line? They come out of the oven and  straight to the customer. But I had an appointment in the area, so I will have to wait another time. Today is the Day! I arrived at Westfield after 4 pm on a Thursday. ...

July 30th is National Cheesecake Day! Not that I'm a huge dessert eater, just ask my friends, but I do enjoy some of the simple desserts such as sorbets, key lime pie, chocolate mousse, and cheesecake. During college, my friends and I would go to the Marina Del Rey Cheesecake Factory and sit on the deck, order our nachos, potato skins, and then some outrageous cheesecake for dessert. One of my favorites is Eli's Cheesecake in Chicago. I would always try to stop in or get one to bring home, loved their kiosk at O'Hare, sometimes I would forget to get one. BTW, "Eli's The Place for Steak" is one of my favorite Chicago steak restaurants. Enjoy National Cheesecake Day! Pass me a Spoon! Jay Terauchi Kahuna of the Kitchen Photo courtesy of Savit Keawtavee http://www.freedigitalphotos.net/images/view_photog.php?photogid=1783