July 18, 2008
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Condiments Entry: Part I
Ketchup and Mustard
I haven't had the opportunity to hang out with my old rollerhockey friends Jesse and Alice since their April wedding. So, we found some time in our busy lives to attend last Saturday's Dodger game, which included post-game fireworks and my first opportunity to see our newest Japanese pitcher, Hiroki Kuroda in action.
Now my customary Dodger trip experience includes a Dodger Dog. But my friends suggested having dinner at a historical downtown L.A joint called Philippe's (home of the French dip sandwich), one of their Dodger game traditions. I found out that it is a favorite pre-game ritual for a lot of Blue Crew fans, as many patrons that were sitting and waiting in the long lines were dressed in Dodger gear!
From my various vacation trips, I learned that the best thing to order at a new place is the same thing "the regulars" like to eat; So I chose a double-dipped beef with a side of slaw. Pretty good, but the sandwich is definitely better when you add their famous house mustard, spicier than wasabi and addictive like Coke (the drink, not the drug!)
As for the game, we lost in extra innings. The Dodger bats are still not cutting it to help out on the good pitching. Our bad-to-the-bone closer Takashi Saito injured his right (throwing arm) elbow in the 9th, and it now appears he won't be available until late August. And while I usually save my boos for the visiting team, I joined in with the home crowd as our "prized" centerfielder Andruw Jones struck out swinging in all 5 of his at-bats! Besides the dinner experience, I think the fireworks (better than the Hollywood Bowl) and the conversation were the highlights of the evening.
I enjoyed my time with the newlyweds, but I felt bad about one thing. I had wanted to give them a wedding photograph I took in a picture frame, but I didn't have the opportunity to visit Diamond Bar over the 4th of July weekend to use our family photo printer. Now mind you, my photography skills of taking "people shots" are lackluster (which is why the "Pictures at an Exhibition" section has minimal photos of people!), but I think this one turned out OK because I captured a good moment!
Comments (2)
isn't there a new dodger?
and what's so big with a dodger dog???
check out this photographer's blog. the fother of the bride (father of the groom?) is the head chef for the dodgers... amazing... http://www.jessicaclaire.net/index.cfm?q=Happy+New+Year
Yes, SKB. Us Dodger fans are extremely excited with Manny Ramirez joining the Blue Crew. He really helped us this weekend!
And about the Dodger Dog. Even though they are now available outside of the ballpark, I only enjoy them while I am at Dodger Stadium rooting on the team. Perhaps I associate the Dodger Dog with my fond experiences at the ballpark, and thus, think highly of it.