Hollywood, CA – Musso and Frank Grill

Since 1919, the sign says. Hollywood’s oldest restaurant, outlasting the other greats like the Derby and Chasens, Musso and Frank hasn’t changed much in the last 93 years – except for the prices. Name a historic Hollywood writer or literary figure and chances are, they’ve tipped a few at the bar. As for me, it’s… Continue reading Hollywood, CA – Musso and Frank Grill

New Product Test – Sneaky Salts

If there is anyone who admires people who do a start-up, it’s me.  Having been peripherally involved in dozens, I know how difficult a path it is to follow one’s dream, just like having a baby and coddling, nurturing, pushing it along to try and achieve something. When the start-up falls in the food business,… Continue reading New Product Test – Sneaky Salts

Woodland, CA – Denny’s (Diner Motif)

(Imagine the comic book guy from the Simpsons uttering……..”worst…….food……..ever…….”) My bride and I hit a Denny’s 5-6 years ago, and vowed never to return.  As vows don’t mean much to us, we ended up at this location, in the middle of nowhere the other night. The gas station next door would have been a better… Continue reading Woodland, CA – Denny’s (Diner Motif)

Napa, CA – Alexis Baking Company

At the butt crack of dawn, met retired radio superstar “Martin in the Morning” at one of his local haunts in Napa, CA, the Alexis Baking Company (ABC). We were in search of a quality breakfast, and avoided the usual Sunday crowds by being in attendance at opening bell. Martin went with his usual hotcakes, Mrs.… Continue reading Napa, CA – Alexis Baking Company

Paso Robles, CA – BBQ Fun Fest and Kids Day in the Park

We were feeling a might peckish driving down US 101 in Cali the other day, and pulled off at Paso Robles to get a bite to eat.  Mrs. BDB said “what do you feel like?” and since I am omniscient, I said “I feel like we’re going to run into a church or something having… Continue reading Paso Robles, CA – BBQ Fun Fest and Kids Day in the Park

Van Nuys, CA – Lido Pizza

Some little known facts about Mrs. Burgerdogboy:  she was raised by gypsies in the San Fernando Valley; because her family were travelers, there was no pizza place that could deliver, and, when G’ma wasn’t baking up mounds of from scratch Neapolitan style pizzas, Lido Pizza in Van Nuys was the family’s preferred provider. Long story… Continue reading Van Nuys, CA – Lido Pizza

Nationwide – Carl’s Jr. – The Six Dollar Something Burger

I remember when Carl’s first came out with this, the pitch was basically a “burger that tastes like it costs six dollars, but at a lower price,” or some such.  Apparently  that six dollar burger will cost you close to six dollars now, and in a small combo? Seven bux plus. I rolled into our… Continue reading Nationwide – Carl’s Jr. – The Six Dollar Something Burger

Portland, OR – Terrels Texas Barbecue Catering

This is a pitiful review, in that I don’t have the company’s contact information, nor can I find anything about it online. (Update, he now has a Facebook page with the relevant details).  This gentleman serves the greater Portland area, caters events, shows, carnivals, rodeos, and seems to be quite successful. He brings a monster… Continue reading Portland, OR – Terrels Texas Barbecue Catering

Home Cookin’ – Red Baron Classic “Awesome New Recipe!”

So sez the box, promising premium cheese, hearty toppings and 4 meats (sausage, pepperoni, hamburger and ham with natural juices).  “Pepperoni made with pork, chicken, and beef.” Red Baron is part of the Schwan Company, out of SW Minnesota, purveyors of frozen pizzas and home delivery of heat n eat meals as well as other… Continue reading Home Cookin’ – Red Baron Classic “Awesome New Recipe!”