Started by a former exec of Potbelly and Einstein Bagels (according to Wikipedia) , Meatheads sprang to life in Bloomington, IL, in 2007 where the local college population took a shine to it. Now with a dozen company-owned stores, this ‘fast-casual’ concept is trying to differentiate itself from competitors like Five Guys and Smashburger with… Continue reading Regional Chain – Meatheads Burgers and Fries Reviews
Category: Hot Dogs
Minneapolis, MN – Kramarczuk’s East European Deli
Kramarczuk’s has been open since 1954. Beautiful photography that speaks for itself, copyright kawikamedia.com 2013. Minneapolis deli Kramarczuk’s East European Deli
Elysium – Movie Reviews
Hmmm, let’s see, how do I stay on topic here and still write this post? “Some of the victims of violence easily looked like ground beef…..” “Matt Damon plays a real hot dog hero in this one, with…” No matter. I went to this hoping for half the movie that writer/director Neill Blomkamp gave us with… Continue reading Elysium – Movie Reviews
Detroit, MI – American Coney Island, Part 2
Yesterday we brought you the story of how the coney island style hot dog came to America, courtesy of the founders of American Coney Island, in Detroit, Michigan. Today we will tell you the results of using one of their coney kits to fix these wonderfully American treats at home. First, I have a suggestion… Continue reading Detroit, MI – American Coney Island, Part 2
How the Coney Island Style Hot Dog Got Introduced to the World
As I am, unquestionably, America’s hot dog authority, and everything you read on the internet is true, there is no reason for you to doubt anything you are about to learn in this post. Spoiler alert. We owe coney island style hot dogs to the Greeks, and more specifically to American Coney Island in Detroit,… Continue reading How the Coney Island Style Hot Dog Got Introduced to the World
Jefferson, WI – Wedl’s Hamburgers
I’ll almost always stop at a place that’s been open for three decades or more, especially if they brag about it. Since around 1917, Wedl’s have been serving burgers griddled on a flattop, in lard and onions, in the tiny burg of Jefferson, Wisconsin, on US Highway 18 between Madison and Milwaukee. I understand that… Continue reading Jefferson, WI – Wedl’s Hamburgers
Wisconsin State Fair Food Stand Pictorial
Whereas some State Fairs focus on the agricultural aspects of a state, displaying animals and farm implements galore, the Wisconsin State Fair seems to exist solely for mile after mile of food stands for the pleasure of roaming cheese heads. You’ll get no complaint from me. Sure, there were the usual animal farms, cows, sheep,… Continue reading Wisconsin State Fair Food Stand Pictorial
Home Cookin’ – Old Wisconsin Wieners
I had previously tried and noted my thoughts on Old Wisconsin Brand Polish Sausage, and I thought I’d give their weenies a whirl. I’m glad I did. This is a great dog, made with pork, beef, and less than 2% of all that other stuff. They come 14 to a package at around $7. This… Continue reading Home Cookin’ – Old Wisconsin Wieners
Letter from a Sabrett’s Fan
Robert, in New York, sent along some thoughts that I am happy to repost. Thanks for the note, Robert. ——————————— I was born before World War 2 Food was scarce Do not remember much growing up, At age 16 I started to eat Hot Dogs when I worked in New York City. There was a… Continue reading Letter from a Sabrett’s Fan
Algonquin, IL – Riverview Tavern
“Since 1936” the sign out front says. This is a big endorsement for me, usually, if a place has been around that long, they must be doing something right. Right? Used to be I chose restaurants based solely on another sign criteria: “most credit cards accepted.” But these days my standards are different. The Riverview… Continue reading Algonquin, IL – Riverview Tavern