So Burger King has a 32 year old CEO, Daniel Schwartz, who has no previous industry experience. Fresh from his grueling undergrad education, Schwartz went to Wall Street as an M&A analyst, made a couple of other stops before joining 3G (Burger King’s private equity owner) as an analyst in 2005. A few years later,… Continue reading The Wisdom (?) of Very Young Top Officers at Multinationals
Category: Hamburgers
Has the Pretzel Bun Jumped the Shark?
Has the phrase “jumped the shark” jumped the shark? The origin of the “Pretzel Roll” in American restaurants seems to be traced back to the German “lye roll” or Laugengebäck. Using a process similar (and the same dough) to making pretzels, the rolls are dipped in lye before baking. The lye (washing or baking solution if… Continue reading Has the Pretzel Bun Jumped the Shark?
Dollar Tree Frozen Sliders Review
I have previously wowed you with my reviews of other products from AdvancePierre, like the Big Az cheeseburger. We’ve also taken a look at “Dollar store” (generically using the name) foods like cheeseburgers, fish sandwiches, and empanadas. I actually preferred the fish sandwich to any of the fast food outlet offerings. AdvancePierre, based in Cincinnati,… Continue reading Dollar Tree Frozen Sliders Review
Elgin, IL – Elgin Public House Reviews
Geez I love to be surprised at a restaurant, especially one that has got a rep for burgers – you know, that’s what I write about. Like I was supposed to be amazed at Los Angeles’ Umami Burger, but wasn’t. Across town in West L.A., tho, I was blown away by the burger at Golden… Continue reading Elgin, IL – Elgin Public House Reviews
Duluth, MN – Endion Station Review
The team responsible for breathing life into a number of Duluth’s historical buildings, as well as the city’s culinary choices, Rod Raymond and Tim Nelson, have unveiled their newest creation, the Endion Station Public House. Previous efforts include Tycoon’s Alehouse and Eatery, situated in one of Duluth’s first city halls, and the Fitger’s Brewhouse, located in… Continue reading Duluth, MN – Endion Station Review
White Castle Crispy Jalapeno Chicken Review
The last time I was in this particular White Castle was a day / night I made a major fundamental mistake – and I’m not talking about dining at White Castle, which is always a delight. No, the last time through this outlet was the day Mrs. Burgerdogboy proposed we get married (after consuming 12… Continue reading White Castle Crispy Jalapeno Chicken Review
Dennys Review
Once a year, I stop in at Denny’s to see how things are going; I’ve undoubtedly had at least two of the worst meals I’ve ever paid for at Denny’s, but I keep rooting for them for a couple reasons, one is that most of them are franchisees, and I try and cheer on entrepreneurs… Continue reading Dennys Review
Bills Hamburgers Review, Van Nuys, CA
The kind of place legends are born, Bill & Hiroko’s little food stand has been serving up breakfasts and tasty burgers in the San Fernando for years. Bill was around today, but Hiroko was “manning the grill”, and when I asked about a burger, she suggested breakfast might be more appropriate, but I forged ahead,… Continue reading Bills Hamburgers Review, Van Nuys, CA
Steak N Shake Shooters Review
Started in Normal, IL, in 1934 by ex marine Gus Belt, Steak N Shake is so named for its focus on ‘steakburgers’ and milk shakes. The marketing slogan “in sight it must be right” referred to the fact that originally, the beef was ground in plain sight of the customers, and originally was a grind… Continue reading Steak N Shake Shooters Review
Duluth, MN – Grandma’s Ghost Pepper Cheeseburger Review
The venerable Grandma’s Saloon and Grill in Canal Park in Duluth, Minnesota adds special items to the menu from time to time. They have a “feature” menu, a “farm to table” menu, and seasonal favorites. “Hot” on the feature menu at present is the Ghost Pepper Cheese Burger. For those of you unfamiliar with the… Continue reading Duluth, MN – Grandma’s Ghost Pepper Cheeseburger Review