Why, some of my best friends are vegetarian. OK, not many. I was in a relationship with a vegetarian for two years. We managed, despite having to fix two versions of every meal at home. I have to admit I was surprised when White Castle announced they were going to offer a veggie slider, because… Continue reading White Castle Veggie Slider
Red Apple Pancake House Palatine Review
Back in the Chicago burbs to see a client, usually disagreeable in January (the weather, not the client), but it’s 45 today. I wanted breakfast and headed for one of my usual haunts, the Palatine Inn, but drove by Red Apple Pancakes and decided to give that a whirl. Glad I did. Deceptively small from… Continue reading Red Apple Pancake House Palatine Review
Vidalia Onion “Everything”
Before there was “siracha” and “chipotle” everything, there was Vidalia Onion everything. Vidalia onions are sweet, and grown in certain areas of the U.S. state of Georgia, only. It has been Georgia’s official state vegetable for 25 years. Who knew states had official vegetables? Not many do, here’s as complete a list as we have… Continue reading Vidalia Onion “Everything”
Make Dulce de Leche
I had a girlfriend from Barcelona who introduced me to all things dulce de leche. A pint of DDL Haagen Dazs was her go-to cure all. Even for headaches. I like it, don’t have it often, but it’s good to have around the house as a dessert topping, and try mixing into brownie mix… Continue reading Make Dulce de Leche
Mardi Gras 2015 Poem
I had never been to a Mardi Gras celebration until I moved to New Orleans. What I learned living there, is that for the locals, it’s a great opportunity for family activities, far away from the tourism debauchery in the Quarter. I was ‘inspired’ one year to write this Mardi Gras poem, which will resonate… Continue reading Mardi Gras 2015 Poem
Update: White Castle Frozen
I have reviewed a good quantity of frozen “heat and eat” burgers, including these in the past. Other brands covered include Steak N Shake, Big Az, Fred Meyer (Kroger), Dollar Tree, Walgreens, and Ball Park. (Note, I am only referring to completely pre-cooked burgers, not frozen patties that need to be cooked in a… Continue reading Update: White Castle Frozen
Cento Pizza Sauce Review
I’m always scouring the grocery shelves for pizza ingredients I haven’t tried before; this week it is Cento brand. I have previously tried a number of competitors, including Pastorelli, Mutti, and one of my usuals, Contadina in a squeeze bottle. Cento was founded in 1963 in the city of brotherly love, initially as an importer… Continue reading Cento Pizza Sauce Review
Our Farm Brand Bacon Review
Spoiler alert. Worst. Bacon. Ever. Bacon and bacon flavored items are everywhere these days. Bacon salt, bacon mayo, bacon soap….you name it, it’s probably available. It’s clear that we love bacon. Americans eat bacon an average of 18 times each year, for a total of 5,608,654,506 pounds annually! Yes, that’s BILLION. 62% of restaurants… Continue reading Our Farm Brand Bacon Review
Walmart Sub Review
I Grabbed a Walmart sub on the way out of the store the other day. They are generally in a case up by the service deli, and there are several varieties; the label says they “Made Fresh in Store.” I opted for the “Italian Hero,” a “fresh baked rustic French loaf piled high with salami,… Continue reading Walmart Sub Review
Sals Pizza Coupons
Sal’s Pizza Coupons Here are some Sal’s Pizza Coupons from Algonquin, IL. I love Sal’s. The coupons were a mail item, but they do not say whether or not they accept anything but originals. Should be ok. If they are not, it’s not my fault. LOL . Click on image for full size.… Continue reading Sals Pizza Coupons