It seems to be the end of the line (at least in food truck form) for Shao Kao BBQ, the high-minded charcoal-grilling truck that parked for a while near USC. Chef/owner Luther Chen is selling off ...

That brings us to Shao Kao BBQ which, when I visited, was just in its third day of operation. It was parked on Figueroa across from the iconic Felix Chevrolet sign; Chen, a couple of prep cooks ...

In this classic Shanghai braise, chunks of pork belly soak up sweetened soy sauce fragrant with five-spice and burnish to a deep red, a lucky color for new year’s celebrations.

Shao, a U.S. citizen who returned to his native Shanghai for business, received a 16-year sentence for alleged tax evasion and fraud. He has steadfastly maintained his innocence.

5. Shao-La/H Sien-Tan (China/Tibet Border) To follow the Tao is to empty your mind. Each day, know a little less Until in the end, you are one with the way. As you were all along!