February 1, 2024  

laweekly.com – David Zhao/Niku X – What’s Popping Up? The Year of the Dragon

“As chef Shirley Chung of Ms Chi Cafe will tell you, the Year of the Dragon is the start of a 24-year cycle of fire and luck, and the best way to start the Lunar New Year with a prosperity toss is to eat plenty of fiery golden chicken dumplings. Festivities start on Friday, Feb. 9, and will feature a decadent, six-course family-style dinner at Ms Chi Cafe. Available through Sunday, Feb. 18 (dinner only), there will be a classic Chinese menu steeped in symbolism, reflecting the themes of wealth, health and long life…”

 

Read the full article here: https://www.laweekly.com/whats-popping-up-the-year-of-the-dragon/

February 1, 2024  

youtube.com – David Zhao/Chubby Curry – Insanely Good CURRY HOUSE in BEVERLY HILLS You Cannot Miss!

“Insanely Good CURRY HOUSE in BEVERLY HILLS You Cannot Miss! If you are looking for one of the best new restaurants in Beverly Hills, then this is your food video! Rockstar Eater visits Chubby Churry, which is a brand new Japanese restaurant in Beverly Hills that specializes in curry. It is gourmet curry served by Michelin award winning chef Shin Thompson, who is also the executive chef at Niku X in Downtown LA. At Chubby Curry, you’ll find great curry dishes like wagyu beef stew curry, chicken katsu curry, curry burger, and other great Japanese food in a casual, cozy atmosphere. This is one of the hottest new curry houses in Los Angeles County that you should not miss. In fact, there is an all-you-can-eat curry menu that is available for lunch time at $28 a person. ”

 

Watch the full video here:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ox_4HzAX7E4

January 31, 2024  

chicagotribune.com – David Zhao/Wagyu House Chicago – 78 Valentine’s Day specials at Chicago restaurants, from romantic dinners to Galentine’s Day celebrations

“Wagyu House Chicago by the X Pot

Each table will receive a complimentary rose during Valentine’s Day dinner. The hot pot restaurant also offers a pair of themed cocktails Feb. 9-16: the Sunrise Kiss made with yuzu and tequila and the Cupid’s Blush, which blends strawberry and gin. 1147 S. Delano Court East, 312-585-8655, thexpot.com.”

Watch the full article here: https://www.chicagotribune.com/2024/01/31/78-valentines-day-specials-at-chicago-restaurants-from-romantic-dinners-to-galentines-day-celebrations/

January 29, 2024  

welikela.com – David Zhao/Mikiya Shabu House – Things To Do This Week in Los Angeles [1-29-2024 to 2-2-2024]

“All-You-Can-Eat Wagyu Shabu Experience at Mikiya -> Chubby Group, the organization that owns Niku X and Wagyu House, is also the proprietor of the upscale all-you-can-eat shabu-shabu restaurant, Mikiya. This establishment offers a diverse selection featuring seven varieties of sliced Wagyu, platters of premium seafood, and upscale appetizers such as foie gras toast, Wagyu nigiri, and bone marrow…”

 

Read the full article here: https://www.welikela.com/things-to-do-this-week-in-los-angeles-1-29-2024-to-2-2-2024/