Renault’s new concept to road car with heritage from the A110 sports car. EVO takes a first look at French automaker Renault’s Alpine Vision concept.
I Like To Eat Episode #3: Sweet Mex
June 2, 2016 by Leave a Comment
The long awaited 3rd episode of I Like to Eat is finally here! On this episode of I Like to Eat, we visit Sweet Mex in Union City, California for some delicious desserts.
What desserts does Sweet Mex hold for our hungry travelers? And will The Eddie spoil his dinner? Tune in to find out on this episode of I Like to Eat.
Custom LEGO Star Wars First Order HQ MOC
June 2, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Don’t bad guys always have cool HQ’s? If you watched Star Wars: The Force Awakens, the First Order Garrison base was pretty incredible. Now LEGO master builder No More Bricks builds a big custom First Order Garrison HQ. It was displayed in Philadelphia at the 2016 Philly Brick Fest.
LEGO Marvel Super Hero Airport Battle 76051
June 2, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Okay, I admit I’m a Marvel fanatic and I’ve watched Captain America Civil War 3 times already in 3D IMAX. The airport battle scene was amazing. Now if you want to re-create this movie history scene again, then take a look at this LEGO Marvel Super Hero Airport Battle 76051.
Food Art: Stormtrooper Dim Sum
June 1, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Let’s yum cha with these Stormtrooper helmet-inspired Dim Sum Bamboo Steamer. This would be cool if had your dim sum served in this Star Wars Bamboo Steamer. Created by local SF artist Zard Apuya.
Food Art: Gimbap and Pottery
June 1, 2016 by 1 Comment
The first time I made any type of sushi, it tasted pretty bad. One of the hardest parts is getting the rice just right and the amount of vinegar. Sushi Chef Toyoung Kwak expresses herself through her pottery food plates and “Gimbap.” She splits time between her ceramic studio and restaurant, she has recently opened with her friend Jeomsook Noh.
Star Trek: TNG Trekini Swimwear Collection
May 27, 2016 by Leave a Comment
This is for us Trekkie geek girls – the Star Trek: TNG Trekini Swimwear collection via ThinkGeek. Now I can hit the beach and look like Deanna Troi, well kinda of. The collection features a one-piece swimwear with 3 versions: Blue (Sciences), Gold (Operations), or Red (Command); a Deanna Troi Swim Shirt and a Starfleet Cover-Up Romper.
Star Trek: TNG One-Piece Swimwear, MSRP: $59.99USD
The Largest Banksy Street Collection on Display in Rome
May 26, 2016 by Leave a Comment
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The secretive British street artist known as Banksy has always made a political statement with his art. This past week, a large collection of Banksy works where put on display in an exhibit – “War Capitalism & Liberty.” More than 100 Banksy art pieces and over 60-plus records and CD covers were curated from private collectors and clients.
World’s Biggest Bouncy Castle!
May 26, 2016 by 5 Comments
Coming to a big weekend music festival near you! The world’s biggest bouncy castle will appear at UK music festivals this year. Creator Matt the Hat will debut the bouncy castle at the Common People music festival this weekend in Southampton City Centre. The bouncy castle fits 100 party-goers. It measures 78ft long, 68ft wide, 42ft high and takes 5,000 cubic ft of air to inflate.
Takara/Tomy Metalkore Marvel Figures
May 25, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Just dropping into retail in Asia is Takara/Tomy have added more figures to their Metalkore Marvel line-up. Captain America, Spider-Man, Thor and the Hulk join in on the action. The figures have very limited articulation, just the arms move, but if you like a mix of plastic, diecast and for display, these figures are a nice pick-up.
Interstellar – Limited Edition 2-Pack
May 24, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Either you love Christopher Nolan’s Interstellar space epic or hate it with a passion, here’s something you can kind of like, the NECA Limited Edition Action Figure 2-Pack. It may not have the Hot Toys bling, but if you’re on a budget, it’s a nice 2-pack for display. The Brand and Cooper figures stand 8″ tall with articulation. The action figures come various accessories and with sculpted likeness of actors Matthew McConaughey and Anne Hathaway.
Interview with Artists Scrotumnose & Onihat
May 23, 2016 by Leave a Comment
We have double the fun in Artist Alley from FanimeCon 2015. Ramen host Eddie Ballar interviews artists David Alegre aka Scrotumnose and Ashley Tahilan aka Onihat. Davie talks about his food pun artwork and Ashley about her cool stickers.
Interview with Artist Whitney Jiar
May 23, 2016 by Leave a Comment
We take fans into Artist Alley from FanimeCon 2015. Ramen and a Half host Eddie Ballar interviews artist Whitney Jiar about her art work and FanimeCon.
Interview with Jrock band Back-On!
May 23, 2016 by Leave a Comment
This video was recorded at FanimeCon 2015, our Ramen and a Half host Eddie Ballar interviews the Jrock band Back-On! The band talks about how they got together and their favorite anime to watch.
Interview with Voice Actress Ai Nonaka
May 23, 2016 by Leave a Comment
With the biggest NorCal anime convention happening this Memorial Day weekend, we had some unreleased FanimeCon 2015 footage that’s out now! From our Retrenders vault, our interview with voice actress/singer Ai Nonaka. Recored at FainmeCon 2015.
Mindstyle x CoolRain NBA Series 2 Figures
May 22, 2016 by Leave a Comment
I recently blogged about the Mindstyle x CoolRain NBA 7 foot version figures. So, if you don’t have the extra large space at your house or deep cash pockets to buy those super large figures, then you can find the cheaper and smaller – 4.75″ tall figures for around $20.00USD at retail or eBay-type stores.
Food & Drink: The Ice-Cream Hangover Cure
May 21, 2016 by 1 Comment
Throughout history and around the globe, ever since alcohol (aka spirits) were introduced, we human beings have tried to solve the “hangover” next day. Whether it be soju, sake, cocktails, liquor or beer – the hangover will happen, so in South Korea, the problem has been solved with the hangover ice cream bar called Gyeondyo-bar, which translated into US means “Hang in There.” This so-called ice cream cure has grapefruit juice and raisin tree extract to fight the hangover.
Frankie’s Garage: The Honda Civic Rally Car
May 20, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Honda is entering the world of rallying with it’s Civic Coupe. The once-popular “Fast & Furious” pocket rocket Civic will compete in the Red Bull Global Rallycross (GRC) in 2016.
Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End Review
May 20, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Uncharted 4 came out just last week, May 10th, but with it having not only a Singleplayer campaign but also a Multiplayer, I wanted to play this game a little while longer before I wrote anything about it. I had been waiting for this game since they first talked about it, and I pre-ordered the collector’s edition of the game back in September of 2015. Learning that it was going to be the final chapter in the Uncharted series, I was a bit nervous on how they would end his journey. Would he get a happy ending? Would this adventure be to much for him and have him perish at the end? As the day of release came closer and closer, I sat down and played through the three games that came before it, getting ready for my final adventure in this great series. Half way through the third game my doorbell rang and a large package was left outside my house; my collector’s edition had finally come, and it was time to set aside all responsibilities and play through both the single and multiplayer game.
Food: Whopper, Fries and a Spa Treatment
May 19, 2016 by 3 Comments
The next time you’re at a Burger King, you might find yourself ordering a Whopper Combo Meal and having a spa treatment. Eat a Whopper, take a shower and sauna at the same time! The fast food chain Burger King opens it’s first Burger King Spa in Helsinki, Finland. The price tag is around $300USD per person for a 3-hour session.
Spider-Man Webbing a Reality – “Liquid Wire”
May 19, 2016 by Leave a Comment
What if Spider-Man’s webbing can be a reality? When a spider creates a spider silk webbing it has many properties, like it can be used for food, protect it’s babies, be an alarm system and trap prey. Scientist are intrigued by the spider silk and especially how it never tangles up and stretches so perfectly. Now scientist on “paper” theory have created “liquid wire” replicating the spider silk web.
The $10,000 NBA Figurines by MINDstyle x CoolRain
May 18, 2016 by Leave a Comment
The NBA playoffs are in full swing as we speak and being from the Bay Area, I’m huge Dubs fan. NBA basketball fanatics with deep pockets should check out this expensive NBA toy art figure collection from MINDstyle and toymaker/designer CoolRain. Over the years, South Korean artist CoolRain has designed his very distinctive toy art and this NBA figure collection reflects that. These figures cost a whopping $10,000USD each and stand around 7 foot tall. The NBA stars include: Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, Russell Westbrook, Chris Paul, Blake Griffin, Kobe Bryant, James Harden and Lebron James.
Herschel Supply Co x Coca Cola Bags
May 18, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Are you looking for new a backpack for the summer? Check out these fun inspired Coca Cola logo filled bags from the Herschel Supply Co. The 3-piece collection features a regular Lawson Bag backpack, a Sparwood gym-style duffel bag and a red Chapter Bag.
Ramen and a Half: SVCC 2016 – Artist Ethan Castillo
May 17, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Ramen and a Half host Ramon Angel interviews young artist Ethan Castillo at Silicon Valley Comic-Con 2016 in San Jose, CA. Ethan drops a new art book: “I Still Really Hate Spiders!”
Titan Merchandise x Cartoon Network Collection
May 16, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Fans of the Cartoon Network shows can now grab their very own 3″ vinyl figure in this Titan Merchandise Cartoon Network TITANS Collection. The 12 figures in the main set include: Samurai Jack, Dexter, Mordecai, Uncle Grandpa, Gumball, Johnny Bravo, Steven Universe, Rigby, Grim, Eduardo, Finn and Deedee.
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