Heading over there Wednesday nite, will let you know what I find. I didn’t know this was a Chicago company, or that the sauce of the same name was created by some local guys. Curious note on the SBR’s menu, that some of the dishes have “Louisiana” names, and ‘cue isn’t a big thing in… Continue reading Chicago, IL – Sweet Baby Ray’s BBQ
Category: Miscellany
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
One Buffet Review- Hibachi, Grill, Sushi, Crystal Lake, IL
(April 2016 Update – it is now “Asian Buffet” no idea what these name changes are all about). (September 2015 Update – it is now “Top Buffet,” I cannot say whether it is different than the previous version). (Now back to our old review). I love Asian buffets, even though I lived in China for… Continue reading One Buffet Review- Hibachi, Grill, Sushi, Crystal Lake, IL
Kettle River, MN – Tower Tap & Restaurant
Kettle River Minnesota lies beside the Kettle River, and was settled by Finnish immigrants in the years just prior to WW 1, and their influence is still noticeable today. Every summer, the good folk of Kettle River hosts Ma & Pa Kettle, which includes street dances, a pancake breakfast, the Miss Kettle River pageant, and… Continue reading Kettle River, MN – Tower Tap & Restaurant
Chicago, IL – Elephant & Castle Restaurant and Pub
Hailing out of Vancouver, BC, originally, Elephant & Castle is a fast casual restaurant and bar chain with locations in major cities across the US and Canada. It’s named after a major road intersection in Central London. The company is currently based out of Boston, MA. Burgerdogdaughter checked out the pub; the menu features “woosed… Continue reading Chicago, IL – Elephant & Castle Restaurant and Pub
Arlington Heights, IL – Gabutto Burger & Santouka Ramen
Some great friends of mine here in Portland started a Japanese inspired hot dog cart, called Domo Dogs. It was great. But I had never heard of a Japanese burger (except in my trips to Japan, of course). I saw this place a couple trips ago in the Chicago area and resolved to try it… Continue reading Arlington Heights, IL – Gabutto Burger & Santouka Ramen
Niles, IL – White Eagle Restaurant and Banquets
The White Eagle has been the go to banquet center in Near NW Chicago for over 50 years. They can accomodate groupss as small as 6 or as large as 1500. When we were there in their restaurant today, there were four events going on somewhere else in the massive hall. The menu is Polish,… Continue reading Niles, IL – White Eagle Restaurant and Banquets
Red Hot Chicago Brand Hot Dogs
In 1893, Samuel Ladany arrived in Chicago and started a small sausage making company, using old world recipes and techniques. Ladany’s effort blossomed into the Vienna Beef company, by far and away the most popular hot dog manufacturer in Chicago. How popular? There are hundreds and hundreds of hot dog carts and shops that carry… Continue reading Red Hot Chicago Brand Hot Dogs
Meet Mr and Mrs BurgerDogBoy
You’ve been asking for pix for years, and we have decided to come out from behind our anonymity, and hope we don’t get recognized at too many restaurants that we’re trying to sneak in and out of undercover! Here’s the backstory: Mrs Burgerdogboy was the child of a gypsy family, travelers, as they say, and… Continue reading Meet Mr and Mrs BurgerDogBoy
Duluth, MN – Grandma’s Marathon Spaghetti Dinner
This annual event, a marathon run along the shore of Lake Superior, organized and sponsored by Grandma’s Saloon and Deli in Duluth, MN, is now in its 36th year. It’s a favorite with runners worldwide, for several reasons, including the climate, scenery, and course layout. That first year it was a one-day event that attracted… Continue reading Duluth, MN – Grandma’s Marathon Spaghetti Dinner