Life & Style. Have a fitness tip or recipe to share? Contact the editor at lifeandstyle@theotherpress.ca Food Truck Frenzy: Korean Mama Express Where fusion meets traditional Korean cuisine in downtown Vancouver By Patrick Vaillancourt, Contributor ee he summer is officially here and the Vancouver food trucks are gearing up for what promises to be a busy season of festivals and fairs across the downtown core. The variety of culinary options available in the city’s food trucks may be daunting at first, ranging from the traditional hotdog stand to ethnic food to-go. It’s often difficult to find one that meets every bit of consumer criteria, which include friendly and timely service, affordability, variety, and quality, but Korean Mama Express offers all of these and more, including meal options for those trying to keep a healthy lifestyle. Conveniently located at the Vancouver transit hub of Granville and West Georgia Street (in front of the Canada Line entrance to Granville SkyTrain station), Korean Mama Express has been serving up traditional Korean rice bowls, burgers, and hot dogs witha Korean twist for over two years. Open Monday to Saturday Science says to sheathe Wrap them up to help wrap it up By Dylan Hackett, News Editor here’s a vulgar irony in that the etymological origins for “vagina” come from the Latin term for sheath, or home base for a sword. The mounting evidence leads us to believe that actual, non-physiological sheaths improve the overall human sexual experience. Condoms are long established as the most accessible and efficient form of birth control, and while reducing the sensations enjoyed by the glans, they are 14 starting at 11 a.m., Korean Mama Express can help you out with lunch, dinner, or an appetizing mid-afternoon snack. The “Korean Mama”, proprietor Young Sook Lee, who operates the food truck with help from her younger sister, is proud to offer healthy, on- the-go food options from her homeland. “We offer Korean foods such as ‘bulgogi’ (marinated BBQ beef in rice bowl) and “bibimbap’ (steamed vegetable rice bowl) alongside comfort food like burgers and hot dogs with a unique Korean twist,” said the 58-year-old Lee. “We are proud of Korean food and want to share it with people in Vancouver.” Lee’s desire to create awareness of Korean food in Vancouver is one of her genuine goals, and this diplomat of deliciousness does not disappoint. At first glance, Korean Mama Express’ menu may look overly simplistic, but the interchangeable ingredients between the dishes make it appealing for a wide-range of dietary preferences. For instance, the bowls come with either steamed white rice or pan fried noodles as well as a choice between BBQ beef, chicken, or prawns. In order to not overwhelm customers with the spiciness inherent with Korean cuisine, Korean Mama Express takes note of a customer’s tolerance for the red pepper to be thanked for hundreds of millions of non-itchy genitalia, non-pregnancies, and intact immune systems. This sheath fits in your pocket and its recognition and relevance to sex is near-universal. The other sheaths with relatively newfound relevance in the bedroom are, like condoms, best purchased in bulk at Costco— the sock. I don’t mean that in the way a sock acts as an easy clean-up for a horny and lazy 14-year- old boy. Research presented in 2005 at the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology’s Copenhagen summit (probably just a front for an incredible orgy) found a greater likelihood of orgasm occurred in intercourse when paste, offering mild, medium, or spicy dishes. The bibimbap, which includes ground beef, carrots, onions, mushrooms, zucchini, and a fried egg on a bed of steamed rice is truly a must- have experience for anyone looking for a change of pace. At $8.98, the bibimbap is an affordable way to get a taste of a traditional dish originating in the Korean countryside. Diving into a steaming bowl of the bibimbap may just compel you to go back for seconds. A journey into Korean cuisine would not be complete without a taste of the country’s trademark food: kimchi. Korean Mama Express’ signature kimchi dog, which is kimchi, onions and freshly-grated cheddar cheese sprinkled on a 100 per cent real beef sausage held together by a French hotdog bun, puts some of the city’s more seasoned hotdog vendors to shame. At $6.98, the kimchi dog is certainly worth the upscale price. Drink options at Korean Mama Express were not particularly noteworthy. They offer a number of carbonated beverages, as well as bottled water and juices ranging from $1.50 to $2.50. The owner emphasized that the customer experience is a key driver of their business’ success. In addition to providing healthy, when shagging socks were worn. The rate for those consummating barefoot was a paltry 50 per cent— probably having to do with the audience of creepy Dutch sexologist watching the shagging participants. The female orgasm is brought on with a 30 per cent greater likelihood if said female’s toes and heels are sheathed in a tube of cotton and spandex. Allegedly, this come- rate augmentation applies for men as well but I would advise against leaving them on, guys. Unless you wear those traction socks, which I’m sure no sexually-active male does, socks can throw off the necessary traction required to maintain good doggy-style posture. A sudden bail can cause bruising and bending of important equipment. Be especially careful if socked on high thread-count sheets--they’re slippery. The likelihood of leaving with a twisted penis increases. Thankfully, with condoms, we don’t have to be as tactical. All that’s necessary is a quick draw hand for unwrapping (don’t go George Costanza and attack it like a bag of chips) and an investment in some supplementary lube. But be advised: avoid any hot/cold or icy hot lubricants. For one, you'll look like a victim of marketing targeted to Axe body spray-using demographics. Temperature duality is a feature best left to chewing gum and those knee braces that Shaq used to advertise—not slathered on Photo courtesy of Patrick Vaillancourt, delectable food at an affordable price, everyone who stops by Korean Mama Express can expect to be served with speed, accuracy, and asmile. The food cart vendors, in particular those like Korean Mama Express who specialize in ethnic dishes, are just one shining example of the diversity present in downtown Vancouver. It’s summer in Vancouver, which means street parties, exposed beach bodies, and great street food. A kimchi dog from Korean Mama Express is a good start to another memorable summer and a great way for those looking to expand their horizons. your genitals. Note to marketers: lubricants should not mimic the phases of menopause. Secondly, Trojan hot/cold condoms smell like Doritos and make your nethers feel as if they are dipped in kerosene and hung in a meat locker. In most circumstances, condoms and socks do not belong on the same plane of respect. Wicking sweat is of far less importance than birth control, but they can have inclusive and even complementary roles. Why not give it a try? While I understand this relayed advice may alienate foot fetishists, I think a conscious effort into letting those sweat-stained Hanes in- between your sheets may be worthwhile.