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So, I'm Asian. And there are many blogs and memes about Asian people always taking photos of their food. I don't know what it is... perhaps most asian parents deprive their asian children of delicious food and consuming gourmet and beautiful food represents a notable landmark in our lives. I don't know. I'm a foodie, and sometimes, the food is a piece of artwork and that's why I take photos of my food.

This is the pork belly dish at Clyde Common in Portland, Oregon. The Portland foodie scene has grown significantly, and I truly believe Clyde Common was one of the first restaurants to have that high-end gourmet foodie feel. It sits on the first floor of the Ace Hotel downtown and amongst the old architecture and grimy feel of Davies St. Clyde Common is modern, clean and absolutely delicious.

I was dining with my good friend Kate at the time. It was a random trip home and it was absolutely essential we indulged in a good mimosa driven brunch. At this particular brunch, I saw an old friend, Carlos working the bar. I had made movies with him in high school and we were collaborators at a very young age. It was such a great coincidence and one of the reasons that I love visiting home: you always run into the most unexpected people at the most random places. 

Since this brunch, Kate and I have had other foodie adventures around town (Screendoor being another favorite) and Carlos has moved to Los Angeles to bask in the sun as well. He works at Joan's on Third, which is one of the BEST DELIS/BAKERIES in all of Los Angeles. He made me a mean mocha last time I went to see him. 

I'm a proud foodie, and I take photos of them. I encourage others to do the same. In the end, it's not about the actual food, it's about the story and the situation around that particular meal. Don't be ashamed everyone, foodie pic the shit out of your meal.

You can buy the WHATEVER, I'M A FOODIE card here.