[Aloysius]

KKF - I think Popin meant "halmonee" or "grandmother" in Korean. Switching "l" and "r" is also the most common linguistic error for Azns haha.

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I suppose this might because Asian people eat out more often? Does Mcdonalds take away from the business of these places? I guess that many of the very delicous restaurants I eat in Asia that would pass for non-fast food in USA, are actually fsat-food in Asia, only its not disgusting if that makes any sense? For instance, food courts in shopping malls in Asia serve very delicous food that most Americans would describe as "home cooked", as opposed to a more institutionalized preparation methods.

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There's definitely some kind of premium in America associated with eating out anywhere, with the exception of fast food. As you mention, in Asia (and in heavy Asian populations in LA, like San Gabriel Valley, K-town) Asians just eat out alot. And it's closer to home-style cooking, and it's way cheaper.

-Al