Yummy Lumpia Plate

It's Rodeo Time ! Once again, the Rodeo is in town. So is the Carnival and there is so much to do at this time of the year. As usual, we have committed our time to be part of the Rodeo Scene. No, we won't be riding a bull or barrel racing but we will be there every night to greet people. Along with Lake View Junior ROTC cadets, we will be selling the programs for the Rodeo. These kids look forward to this yearly event. San Angelo Rodeo Association has been relying on these cadets to hand out day sheets and sell programs for over a decade. In return the Lake View ROTC program receives a donation from the Association. The funds are use for special events and trips for the cadets.  Lake View ROTC at the Rodeo 2010 So come show you're support and say hello to these kids as you walk in the door. And don't forget to buy your programs. For More information:  San Angelo Rodeo Website or visti their FACEBOOK PAGE If nothing else, come see th...

We've been so busy trying to promote this event on our social networks that we forgot to post this awesome event. If you don't have much going on tonight, check with the McNease Convention Center for available tickets! The Association of Asian-American Women of  is hosting this wonder festival in order to raise funds for our very own Asian Culture Center in San Angelo. There will be food, variety of Asian dances and other performances, and awesome raffle prizes. Hope to see you there!

Time for another cooking class! The Carriker family has graciously agreed to host another round of Thai cooking.  As usual this will be a full course meal from appetizer to dessert. The  $15 fee is to cover the cost of food.  When : Friday September 21, 2012 6-10pm Where : 1114 Hunter's Glen, San Angelo TX (Lower Bluffs) Why : Where else in San Angelo are you going to find a full course, authentic Thai Food meal for $15? On a Friday night even! For more information or to reserve your spot call the store at 325-655-6809 or hit us up on the Facebook . Hosted by The Carriker Family Sponsored by Mama Nida's Asian Market Photography by Fotolync (Lynn Compal)

 Lanna Starter Image Courtesy of Wikipedia Guess what everyone! Cooking Classes are back! We have scheduled the first one in the month of May, which is also Asian Heritage Month. So here's the scoop!! May 18th 2012, Friday starting at 6PM , we will be learning how to prepare, cook, and EAT authentic Thai Cuisine. Mickie Carriker and her family has graciously offered their kitchen and home for this cooking class. Of course, everything we make is open for consumption or can be boxed in to-go container to take home. Thai Cooking with the Carrikers Where: 1114 Hunters Glen, San Angelo, Texas When: May 18th, 2012 Friday 6pm Fee: $25 / Person ( This is to help cover for ingredients, condiments, drinks, supplies, and accessories) If you plan on coming, please like us on our FACEBOOK Page and click the posted event link. Select " going " on the tab so that we have a head count of who how many are coming. Or, you may come by our store and pick up an informati...

Cinco de Mayo?No, It's not an Asian holiday.......but we will be closed this Saturday, May 5, 2012. Hope everyone has a safe and wonderful weekend. We apologize for any inconvenience. Please come in Friday to get your necessities for any celebration you have planned this weekend. As always, we appreciate our customers and our readers.

Robey Condra 2006 Title Winner. Image Courtesy of  San Angelo Live  IT'S RODEO TIME!   Every year, San Angelo looks forward to February but not for the day of hearts. Although special it may be, Valentines Day is not February's biggest event for this small town. It's the Annual San Angelo Stock Show and Rodeo along with the fun games and rides of the carnival. Ranked as the 6th largest indoor rodeo show, San Angelo becomes alive this time of year. Rodeo is a holiday for the town of San Angelo.   Lake View Air Force Jr ROTC For over a decade now, My husband and I have been volunteering our time working with the Rodeo Committee to make this event a great experience. Though some may think it's a small part of the big picture, we are the first group of people that will greet you at the door as you walk in to watch the show. In camo pants and their Corp T-shirts, LakeView AFJROTC cadets are there ready to greet, assist, and provide programs t...

HAPPY HOLIDAYS EVERYONE FROM ALL OF US HERE AT MAMA NIDA'S ASIAN MARKET HAVE A SAFE AND AWESOME HOLIDAY

To Our US Military Past, Present, and Future   THA NK YOU for your service, your courage, your family, and your sacrifice in order for us to keep our freedom. In honor of Veterans Day 10% OFF Discount For Military with ID We will be closing at 5:30PM  today in observation of Veterans Day. Regular Hours will resume tomorrow. 

Annual Asian-American Cultural Festival  "Taste of Asia"  NOVEMBER 13, 2011, SUNDAY. Image Courtesy of Be Achorn The Association of Asian-American Women of San Angelo will be hosting their Annual Asian-American Cultural Festival "Taste of Asia". The Event will take place 5pm-8pm at the McNease Convention Center on Rio Concho. There will be food, dance demonstrations of different Asian cultures, and plenty of activities for everyone. " This event will kick off the Association of Asian-American Women's fundraising toward our goal of building the Asian Cultural Center in downtown area of San Angelo. The center will allow the Association to offer cultural education, diversity in leadership, and business opportunities." Image Courtesy of Michelle Morrow For information please call 325-650-4062 or 325-942-9792.   --------------------------------  The Association of Asian-American Women of San Angelo. Read More About them. GET...

I  just had the great opportunity to cook and interview San Angelo local food writer and book author, Mina Khan with my friend Michelle Morrow. Mina Khan's debut great novella     "The Djinn's Dilemma"     will be in bookstores near you   November 1, 2011 . Can't wait? Pre-order your copy at Amazon.com or Barnes and Nobles.com . We had an awesome time here at Mama Nida's Asian Market. So what's the book about? Well, Let me tell ya! Read More It's a novel worth waiting for.... Rukh O’ Shay, half-djinn and assassin, is used to taking out the bad guys. But his latest assignment, Sarah White, is nothing like he expected. A glimpse of her bright aura reveals her gentle spirit, while her luscious beauty clouds his mind and makes him long for only one thing—to taste her. Sarah shares the feeling of raw desire at Rukh’ s touch. He can turn her on with a glance, and satisfies desires she didn’ t even know she had. But Rukh had b...

We will be giving out Moon cake and Mochi samples all day long at the San Angelo's Mama Nida's Asian Market on Bell Street!!!!!Happy Moon Gazing! We will have White Tea Samples as well...

Image courtesy of Wikimedia  The Mid-Autumn Festival (Zhongqui Jie), also known as The Moon Festival, or Mooncake Festival, or Lantern Festival, is a popular Asian harvest celebration dating back over 3000 years. It is celebrated from China to Malaysia on the 15th of every 8th month in the Chinese calendar or September/October of the western calendar. It is also the day when the moon is at is fullest and roundest, perfect for moon gazing. The traditional food to eat is for this event is Moon cakes in different varietes. This year,2011, the festival is held Sept. 12, 2011. In China, the mid-autumn festival is actually a legal holiday and is one of the most important holidays in the country. Everyone gather with families to enjoy the bright moon and eat moon cakes accompanied by lit lanterns. Moon gazing, drinking tea, and BBQ is the main activities during this festival. Read More In Vietnam, Mid Autumn Festival is called "Tết Trung Thu" and we will use one of the f...

This a beginning of a new tradition for our Facebook Fan. 5% Discount for ALL likes on our Facebook Page! For the Month of August, we would like to show our appreciations to those who likes us on Facebook. Just Come in and we will discount your total purchase after validating your LIKE on Facebook. THERE'S MORE!! Buy 1 get 1/2 off on Gigi's Jewelry and Accessory Collection. They are local, uniquely one of a kind.

In honor of those who serve and fought to keep our country safe and our freedom, we salute our thanks to you. In observance of Memorial Day, we will be closed on May 31th, Monday.

Congratulations to All Graduates! Jason White - ASU Karie Galm Mulle - ASU Chris Smith - ASU Valarie DelaCruz - ASU Justin Cannon- Lake View High School Christa Sidogen Lee - Central High School Shinar Compal - Lincoln Junior High Mathew Cannon - Lincoln Junior High Caitlin Cannon - Goliad Elementary John Miller - Goliad Elementary If you have would like to add names, send us a comment or message and we'd be glad to add names for you. We will be closing early at 1:ooPM on May 29, Saturday to attend the Central and Lake View graduation. We apologize for any inconvenience.

The first meeting for the Cooking Club was a great turn out. Once again thanks to Kim Korfe for hosting the first meeting. It was a such a fun time that we are happy to announce the next meeting. Food of Choice : Japan - Sushi Click below for more information. Read More DATE: April 22, 2010 Thursday TIME: 6:30 - TBA HOST: Lovelina Davis (Ade) LOCATION: 706 Ashford Drive FEE: $10 (To help cover for ingredients and supplies) Please RSVP 325-655-6809 Hope to see you there! Bring your business card if you have a business. Picture courtesy: bloggyboulga

Always wanted to learn how to cook Asian food, but never could find the right venue to learn? Well now is you chance to learn recipes and full meals from across Asia! Some friends of the store have created a cooking club dedicated to learning how to prepare full Asian meals. The next class is Friday March 26. For more information please call Michelle at 325-650-2466.

Fans of Original Pilipino Music (OPM) are in luck with a spate of concerts here in Texas over the next couple of months. Click read more for some of my favorite songs from all of these musicians. First up is a trio of some of my favorite musicians: Parokya ni Edgar , Kamikazee , and Gloc- 9 ! Live in Houston on Friday Oct. 2 at the Arena Theatre in Houston. For more info visit Happy Box . Next up is Lea Salonga . She has 2 dates in Texas. First is Saturday Oct. 31 at the Eisemann Center in Richardson. The second is Saturday Nov. 7 at the Paramount Theatre in Austin. Side note for those who may not recognize her name, you will know her voice. She was the voice of Jasmine from Aladdin and Fa Mulan from Mulan I and II for several songs. Check out below for some examples of their music. Read More Parokya ni Edgar, Gloc-9 and the late Francis Magalona: Bagsakan Gloc-9: Ipagpatawad Mo Kamikazee: Martyr Nyebera Lea Salonga: Bayan Ko (Cory Aquino's funeral)