*** Conching is now Erlinda's Filipino Cuisine & Ice Cream Parlor
"It's the most unhealthiest time of the year......"
Or something like that. At least that's the tune going through my head while crunching away on the deep fried chicken skin portion of my dinner from Conching's Cafe:
I ended up getting dinner here after spotting Sisig....... which isn't always available from the steam table at Conching.
Strangely, after looking through my posts I noticed that I've never done a post on Conching's......... even though we've been there a number of times. The only thing I found was a post which included the sisig which I've always thought was among the best. This wasn't quite as good....falling a bit short on the vinegar. It's still better than most.....
Still...... fried chicken skin and sisig...... I think I'll be eating a bunch of salads after the New Year.
Oh, and when you visit Conching's, you can't forget the ice cream...... Ube and Avocado used to be the Missus's favorite (I like Jackfruit)...... but those have been replaced by......
Corn and Cheese.... yep, corn and cheese. Well, cheddar cheese is what they told the Missus. It's not what you think. It's not too sweet, but rich and creamy.... and no, there really isn't a big cheese flavor....perhaps something closer to a light cream cheese?
While waiting for Her Corn and Cheese ice cream, a Young Lady was asking a boy, possibly her son what flavor he wanted. Standing tippy toe, the boy exclaimed, "I want chocolate!" The woman smiled and looked down at the child and told him, "you can have chocolate anywhere, but when you're here you need to try something new and different!" Amen, lady, amen......
Conching's Cafe
3400 E 8th St.Ste 115
National City, CA 91950
Oh. my. god. Deep fried chicken skin? YUM OH YUM. My little, deep fried Filipino heart just exploded with happiness. And cholesterol. ;) Nothing a few (hundred, perhaps) hours of exercise can't cure.
Posted by: Michelle | Thursday, 30 December 2010 at 09:16 PM
Stop by Conching's after 9 or 10PM Friday or Saturday for some pretty good Filipino BBQ and hangover food. They have some crazy yellow rice that is just super addicting.
Posted by: Darwin | Friday, 31 December 2010 at 12:26 AM
mMmm...loooks yummy! Not too sure about the corn and cheese though hah
Posted by: Food Coma 911 | Friday, 31 December 2010 at 02:45 AM
I'm so jealous. I haven't had sisig for a long time. I was going to order that for the wedding but only you and I would appreciate it. I'll wait until Mr.C's bday. haha.
Never had fried chicken skin there. That must be a new item?
Posted by: The Food Detective | Friday, 31 December 2010 at 07:49 AM
Oh man, that looks good.
On a related note, I've noticed that all my belts magically get smaller right around Christmas day.
Posted by: ed (from Yuma) | Friday, 31 December 2010 at 08:09 AM
hi kirk - hell yeah, fried chicken skin! that used to be a buffet item at the old Manila-Tokyo restaurant.
Posted by: caninecologne | Friday, 31 December 2010 at 11:49 AM
Oh boy...deep fried chicken skin!!!
Posted by: Nate | Friday, 31 December 2010 at 06:12 PM
Hey Dude:
Did you get the gig??????
Posted by: Funk Man | Friday, 31 December 2010 at 06:42 PM
Unusual ice cream, but definitely appealing. I want to try corn and cheese cream now! And the chicken skin is the best part ... Happy New Year!
Posted by: sherry | Saturday, 01 January 2011 at 09:04 AM
Hi Michelle - LOL! I'll be needing to burn off quite a few colories after this.
Hi Darwin - Actually, the only thing I've really enjoyed at Conching is the Sisig. I've had the BBQ, which I thought was just ok....of course that was years ago.
Hi FC911 - The ice cream was pretty good. I'm sure you'd like it.
Hi TFD - I believe that you and I would have been to the task though! This was the first time I've seen the chicken skin here....
Hi Ed - I just stop wearing them period! ;o)
Hi CC - I think that was the first place I had that as well. I heard that "Tita" has bought the old Manila Tokyo property.
Hi Nate - Few things in life better!
Hi FM - I'm not sure what you're referring to??
Hi Sherry - I think you'll like it! I believe that Magnolia makes a version of Corn and Cheese ice cream....so you might find it at your local Filipino Market.
Posted by: Kirk | Saturday, 01 January 2011 at 07:40 PM
Hey Kirk, the Reader, dude!!!!!!!
Posted by: Funk Man | Sunday, 02 January 2011 at 08:33 PM
Hey FM - I'm sure you'll find out shortly! ;o)
Posted by: Kirk | Sunday, 02 January 2011 at 09:23 PM
Understood! What is your going to be your "beat"?
Posted by: Funk Man | Sunday, 02 January 2011 at 09:49 PM
Speaking of fried chicken skin and salad, I think I'll be featuring it in my next chinese chicken salad. Mmmmm!
Posted by: janfrederick | Monday, 03 January 2011 at 07:40 AM
Hi Jan - Now that's going to be one heck of a salad!
Posted by: Kirk | Monday, 03 January 2011 at 08:03 AM
I literally cannot wait until I can try some corn and cheese ice cream. OMg. :-)
Posted by: Jenne | Tuesday, 04 January 2011 at 10:16 AM
Hi Jenne - It's pretty mild overall..... and for my palate not very "corn-y". ;o)
Posted by: Kirk | Tuesday, 04 January 2011 at 11:38 AM
Hey for Sisig you have to try Lisa's in Eastlake and if you like goat you have to try Papaitan!
Posted by: foodie | Tuesday, 11 January 2011 at 11:45 AM
Hi Foodie - Thanks for the rec. I did try Lisa's when they opened and really wasn't impressed, but I'll give it another try.
Posted by: Kirk | Wednesday, 12 January 2011 at 07:07 AM