New from Better Bakery, the Southern California specialty bread and pretzel manufacturer, is the Ham and Cheese Pretzel Melt, deli sliced ham, cheese within an enclosed pretzel roll. Oven or microwave prep is allowed, and I went with the former, 350 for 25 minutes, from a frozen solid state. It’s good, fast, and cheap. Salty… Continue reading Better Bakery Ham and Cheese Pretzel Melt
Papa Saverios Pizza Review
There is some relationship between two Chicago-based chains, Rosati’s and Papa Saverio’s, but there aren’t any clues to that online. I don’t think they share any ownership, but they both list the same Italian immigrant Papa Saverio Rosati,as their inspiration and recipe source. Probably some sibling or cousin dispute, but no matter. Rosati’s has really… Continue reading Papa Saverios Pizza Review
Think Jerky Review – New Product
Combine world-renowned chefs with sustainability experts and you have a winning formula for some kick-ass jerky. “Think Jerky,” a Chicago start-up is doing just that, with flavors like Ginger-Orange and Sweet Chipotle Beef Jerky, and Siracha and “Thanksgiving” Turkey Jerky. The brainchild of Michelin star chefs Laurent Gras, Gale Gand, and sustainability expert Chef Matt Troost,… Continue reading Think Jerky Review – New Product
Minions Review
Surely a candidate for numerous Oscars, “Minions” (3D) is one of the best movies of 2015. From Illumination Entertainment, the ‘prequel’ of 2010’s “Despicable Me,” follows the Minions from the first moment of their existence, then crawling out of the primordial ooze, to fulfill their destiny of serving the world’s most evil people,… Continue reading Minions Review
Braaitime South African Foods
South African meat treats available by mail in the US.
Fresh Grill Beaverton Reviews
There’s another new burger in town, and you say, so? The latest entry in the new segment of “not fast food – good food fast” are the burgers, chicken, and salads at Fresh Grill, in the out lot by Best Buy and Burlington Coat Factory, across 217 from Washington Square Mall. When you start with… Continue reading Fresh Grill Beaverton Reviews
Boars Head Hot Dogs Review
It’s “hot dog week” for me, here in the middle of “National Hot Dog Month,” and in advance of “National Hot Dog Day.” Well, I don’t need an official designation to celebrate hot dogs, I love them and they are a part of my regular “diet.” I’m especially fond of natural casing dogs, unfortunately, most… Continue reading Boars Head Hot Dogs Review
Iltaco Pizza Puff Review
A family-owned Chicago food manufacturer founded in 1927, Iltaco (originally Illinois Tamale Company) makes frozen snack foods for retail, food service, and c-stores. They have two frozen pizza labels, “Big,” and “Bella,” sell frozen tamales and burritos, but probably their biggest presence is in the niche category of “Pizza Puffs ™.” A pizza puff is… Continue reading Iltaco Pizza Puff Review
Chik-Fil-A Breakfast Review
I haven’t been in a Chik-Fil-A for over a couple decades. This wasn’t a social protest because of their “problems,” but rather they are just not top of mind for me, and also not as visible as other fast foods. There are about 2000 of them in the US. It’s certainly not a place I… Continue reading Chik-Fil-A Breakfast Review
Deli Counter Roast Beef Smackdown
I’ve been on a mission over the past couple years to find deli meat brands I can “call my own.” That is, that I can purchase and enjoy every time without concern for taste or texture. I’ve looked at a lot of them, and when I say deli “roast beef,” I include any kind of… Continue reading Deli Counter Roast Beef Smackdown