I don’t think I have ever reviewed a candy bar. But there has been so much advance marketing for Butterfinger’s new product, I felt compelled (that’s what is supposed to happen, right?) to give it a whirl. I admire the candy companies, which seem to be taking a lead from Taco Bell (in my opinion).… Continue reading Butterfinger Peanut Butter Cups Review
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Wadsworth, IL – Captain Porkys Seafood and BBQ Review
Within spitting distance of the Wisconsin border, on US 41 north of Chicago, Captain Porky’s is one of those delightful gems one hopes to discover but doesn’t run into all that often. A combination restaurant and seafood market, the three Kallianis siblings started the restaurant in 1984, having settled in the suburban Chicago area after… Continue reading Wadsworth, IL – Captain Porkys Seafood and BBQ Review
Panera Broccoli Cheddar Soup Review
Born out of the original parent of Au Bon Pain, a delightful sandwich chain in urban areas up and down the east coast, Panera bread has grown through acquisitions and opening new shops to become a major force in fast casual dining. The company current has over 1700 shops operating in 45 states under several… Continue reading Panera Broccoli Cheddar Soup Review
Salem, OR – Rock N Rogers Review
Back at Rock N Rogers in Salem, last time I was here was about a year and a half ago, Mrs. Burgerdogboy and I were rescuing a dog – minutes from being executed at a local shelter. It was a good day all around, and a fond memory. Last time, I had a burger,… Continue reading Salem, OR – Rock N Rogers Review
Black River Falls, WI – Mocha Mouse Review
Toodling up I-94 in Wisconsin, one runs into a raft of cheese chops and cranberry emporiums. About halfway between Madison and Eau Claire sits the burg of Black River Falls, and off the interstate you’ll find the Mocha Mouse, a fairly unique combination of retailer, with a cheese shop, wine, locally made canned goods, gifts,… Continue reading Black River Falls, WI – Mocha Mouse Review
Duluth, MN – Midi Restaurant and Wine Bar Review
The venerable Fitger’s Brewery Complex, in Duluth, Minnesota, dates from the late 1800s, and when beer production ceased a few decades ago, local businessmen saved the series of buildings and turned them into a boutique inn, shops, and restaurants. The 62 room inn offers great view of Lake Superior, and easy access to downtown, as… Continue reading Duluth, MN – Midi Restaurant and Wine Bar Review
Amazing Advance in Pizza Boxes
Surely you’ve purchased hot crispy food for take out, gotten home, opened the box, and whatever crispiness was present at the shop has disappeared completely – you have a limp, soggy pizza, or onion rings, or french fries. This is due to the heat from the food creating steam inside the box and having nowhere… Continue reading Amazing Advance in Pizza Boxes
Hardees Monster Biscuit Review
First opened in Greenville, SC, Hardee’s is a ‘semi-national’ chain, mostly in the Eastern United States, and part of CKE (Carl Karcher Enterprises) which operates Carl’s Jr. in the Western US; the two share some menu items. Hardee’s places a big emphasis on their breakfast menu, and offers a wider variety of choices than most… Continue reading Hardees Monster Biscuit Review
Kettle River Pizza Review
I’ve written often in the past about the plethora of frozen pizza brands manufactured in Minnesota and Wisconsin. There’s Totinos, Jenos, and Red Baron, Tony’s, Freschetta, Roma, Bellatoria, Brew Pub, Orv’s, Palermo’s, and many others that have reached national and super-regional distribution status. In addition to these, there are a host of smaller manufacturers which… Continue reading Kettle River Pizza Review
Wendy’s New Look and the Portabella Bacon Melt
The fine folks at Wendy’s suggested I try their new Portabella Bacon Melt, which is a 1/4 pound of their fresh beef, bacon, two slices of American cheese, sliced portabellas, cheddar sauce, on their new brioche bun. The LTO brioche has replaced the LTO pretzel roll, which was a damned fine bun. The burger is… Continue reading Wendy’s New Look and the Portabella Bacon Melt