Jack Karlson, the man famous for the "succulent Chinese meal" arrest video, passed away in August 2024 at age 82. Following his viral fame, he embraced his status as a meme, participated in documentaries, and finally returned to the restaurant to finish his meal.
More Stories by Abid. Jack Karlson, the Australian man behind the “democracy manifest” meme who became a worldwide sensation later in life after a 1991 clip of his arrest for consuming a “succulent Chinese meal” went viral, has died.
Mr Karlson was arrested outside the China Sea Restaurant in Brisbane's Fortitude Valley in October 1991, accused of credit card fraud. As he was being escorted by police, he protested his innocence, telling reporters outside: "Gentlemen, this is democracy manifest", and "What is the charge? Eating a meal?
As officers escorted him to a police vehicle after his arrest, Karlson theatrically boomed: "Gentlemen, this is democracy manifest! "Have a look at the headlock here ... get your hand off my penis!"
Charles Dozsa: eating a meal... a succulent chinese meal...
Why is Jack Karlson famous?
The prison escapee and on-again off-again petty criminal – whose best-known alias was Jack Karlson – shot to fame in 2009, after a clip of his dramatic 1991 arrest outside a Chinese restaurant in Brisbane was uploaded to the internet and enthralled the world.
Acquired by the Laundy family in the late 90's, and subsequently taken over by Danielle Richardson (daughter of publican Arthur Laundy) and her husband, Shane Richardson, in 2019, the pair embarked on an ambitious restoration project to enhance its interiors.
To oversee this domain, the Steins also have homes in Mollymook on the south coast, in Padstow in Cornwall and in London. He's often on the move. Stein estimates he spends two thirds of his time in Sydney and Cornwall and one-third travelling the world to film TV series.
What is the proper etiquette for eating a Chinese meal?
Traditionally, a diner is supposed to hold the chopsticks in the right hand and hold down the bowl on the table or pick up the bowl close to the mouth with the left, or at least put the left hand upon the table and not down on the lap (in exceptional cases when eating with only one hand).
Chinese food can be healthy or unhealthy, depending heavily on preparation, with traditional dishes often emphasizing vegetables, lean proteins, and steaming, while Americanized takeout frequently uses excessive oil, salt, sugar, and deep-frying, making options like steamed dumplings, vegetable stir-fries with light sauce, and broth-based soups healthier choices than fried rice or barbecue ribs. The key is mindful ordering, choosing steamed or stir-fried dishes with plenty of vegetables and lean protein, and asking for less sauce or sauce on the side.
Well, it was October of 1991, outside a Chinese restaurant in Brisbane's Fortitude Valley, where Jack Karlson was apprehended by Queensland Police, and it was all caught on film.
TIL Paul Charles Dozsa is a former chess champion, and a man who had a predilection for skipping out on so many expensive meals he was dubbed the 'restaurant runner' (he was charged 54 times for bailing on meals).
Jack Karlson, Australia's iconic 'Succulent Chinese Meal' guy, has died at the age of 82. Karlson is best known for his 1991 arrest outside a Chinese restaurant in Brisbane, footage of which became a treasured part of Australian history.
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They found that Indian foods were generally high in fat and Chinese food could be high in sugar - one portion contained the equivalent of 19 teaspoons. The average calorie content of these takeaways was high - 1,338 for Indian food and 1,436 for a similar-sized Chinese takeaway.
The perception and use of MSG have changed dramatically since it was first introduced, and it continues to play a role in how Chinese food is made, consumed, and sold.
