Revisiting a Food Classic – Hormel’s SPAM(tm)

Where do I begin this yarn?  Wandering the aisles of WalMart in Vancouver, WA,  at 1AM last night?  Or a childhood memory of a meat packing plant tour in Austin, MN? I guess we begin………at the beginning. SPAM ™ Luncheon Meat was officially launched by the George A. Hormel Company of Austin, Minnesota, in 1937.… Continue reading Revisiting a Food Classic – Hormel’s SPAM(tm)

Compare & Contrast – Red Baron French Bread Pizza

I’ve reviewed Red Baron products  before, frozen pies brought to you by the good folks at Schwan’s from Minnesota, my home territory. (Many believe Minnesota is the birthplace of frozen pizza, courtesy of Rose Totino, and later, Jeno Paulucci). Today I wanted to take the two French bread pizzas and compare them by cooking one via… Continue reading Compare & Contrast – Red Baron French Bread Pizza

Cheap Eats – A Lot of Baloney

In light of the economy, readers have asked me to be on the lookout for cheap deals; everybody needs to stretch their food budget.  I don’t know what kids pack in the brown bag lunches these days (do they even take lunch to school any more, is it allowed?), but for me, a half a… Continue reading Cheap Eats – A Lot of Baloney

Our Policy On Samples – Reviews

Yes, we accept food and kitchen products (and invitations) for sampling and review.  According to the “new rules”, we must disclose that we have received the product(s), meals, compensation, in return for the review. We’ve done quite a few of these over the past couple years, and so far, no one has expressed their displeasure.… Continue reading Our Policy On Samples – Reviews

“The Biggest Lie for Entrepreneurs…”

A prominent lawyer once told me, “Is the ones they tell themselves everyday.” I’m pondered this for a few years. I thought I knew what he was referring to at the time, but I have a much clearer idea these days. I have a clearer idea, because even tho I tell potential new clients “think… Continue reading “The Biggest Lie for Entrepreneurs…”

Remembering a Romantic Meal in Portland

In my opinion (and I have a lot of them) one has to ‘create’ romance in Portland restaurants.  There isn’t a single place that caters solely to upmarket, dressed to the nines, cooing diners in love.  At least not that I have found, and I’ve asked around as well. Portland is a casual city.  You… Continue reading Remembering a Romantic Meal in Portland

Home Cookin’ Test – Red Baron Fire Baked Crust

One I have tried before, just a quick update      because they were on sale for about $2, and     Mrs. BDB and her friends were enjoying yet     another vegan dinner at our house….and I was   going through carnivore withdrawal (that’s  what SHE said). My impression last time was largely favorable, and either my taste buds are changing… Continue reading Home Cookin’ Test – Red Baron Fire Baked Crust

Something You Thought You Would Never Hear From Me

I ate soy sausage and didn’t die.  With our good friend Nicole visiting from L.A. this week, we “spiced up” our home cuisine to suit her veggie palate, including some raw foods (tho I skipped dinner at the raw restaurant last nite.) Mrs. Burgerdogboy and Nicole whipped up a vegetarian lunch spread today, and it… Continue reading Something You Thought You Would Never Hear From Me

Where to Find Money in Tough Times

Your chances of getting a multi-million $ check from a big VC are kind of the same as winning the lottery – tho you would fare better with the lottery than giving away the store to an outside investor. If you’re ready for round 2, and have exhausted the F,F, & F group, there’s still… Continue reading Where to Find Money in Tough Times