This week, I thought I’d tell you about one of my favorite local websites, WacoFork.com. The guys who run the site are down-to-earth and friendly, and they’ve drawn a following of dedicated foodies who write regular reviews about restaurants around town.

Seaweed salad (don't knock it till you try it!)

I recently wrote a review of a new sushi/Korean place called Wako Roll. (The grammarian in me hates the name, but the food is good enough to make me forgive the spelling.) I don’t eat much in the way of starchy foods anymore, so I’m still trying to figure out a good rice alternative. (I’ve used cauliflower for rice side dishes but haven’t tried a mock-sushi with it yet.)

Anyway, I really liked the bulgogi, and the seaweed salad was scrumptious. It reminded me of liang pi, which is a cold noodle dish that I haven’t been able to find this side of Seattle. There are no noodles, though! I inquired about the ingredients because I wanted to know what the white slivers were, and I was informed that they are a type of radish. Score!

It’s fun to have a web resource where locals give feedback on restaurants they enjoy. I’ve discovered some new places in town that I might not ever have tried if it weren’t for others’ reviews. Plus, I know that other folks out there are trying to cut back on sugar/carbs, so hopefully some people benefit from my reviews of alternative dishes.