Lion’s Tap, Eden Prairie, MN, has filed suit against McDonald’s, in conjunction with the latter’s marketing efforts for their new Angus burgers. The root of Lion’s Tap complaint is that they say “Whose Your Patty” has been a registered trademark of theirs for years. Lion’s Tap repeatedly wins popularity polls in the Twin Cities best… Continue reading Minneapolis Award-Winner Suing McD’-
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Have It Your Way – From Heinz
Here’s a cute little gift thing, personalized Heinz Mustard and Ketchup jars, in a variety of sizes. You might want some of these for a company BBQ, or family reunion? Or just for fun. On a similar note, while you might not want to put them on your burgers, dogs, or pizza, did you know… Continue reading Have It Your Way – From Heinz
Portland, OR – Dan and Louis Oyster Bar
We had just picked up out of town company at the airport, and were headed for the Saturday market, so this place was an easy stop on the way. I’ve never been here before, for some reason, I thought it was kinf of “touristy”, even tho it is Portland’s oldest family owned restaurant (since1907, so… Continue reading Portland, OR – Dan and Louis Oyster Bar
Saveur Magazine, September – “The Burger Bible”
What a delight it was to find this issue this morning. The subhead is “Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About America’s Favorite Food,” and they do a VERY thorough job. Kudos to the Saveur editorial staff for a great job! The magazine covers everything from “soup to nuts” about the wonderful world… Continue reading Saveur Magazine, September – “The Burger Bible”
And Now You Know…..The Rest of the Story
Everybody reading this has probably a pretty fair idea of where and when the modern day hamburger or hamburg sandiwch was created. There are a lot of different locations that claim to be the birthplace of the modern hamburger in the U.S., little is said about the invention of the bun, and where would… Continue reading And Now You Know…..The Rest of the Story
“Julie & Julia” and 30 Burgers in 30 Days
After seeing this very charming movie tonight, I am almost tempted to replicate task of the blogger “Julie” in the film – wherein she cooked all of Julia Child’s recipes in her first book in one year, I’m kind of tempted to try to consume 30 burgers in 30 days. Coincidentally, both Portland Monthly and… Continue reading “Julie & Julia” and 30 Burgers in 30 Days
Random Wednesday Thoughts
If you can’t live without a “hot dog cooker”, here’s a goofy one (pictured below) on Cooking.com. A mere $32.95. Someone directed me to Builtburger.com this morning. They will deliver specially seasoned 6 oz burgers to your house, for an average of $50 plus shipping. I think that comes out to about $28 a pound.… Continue reading Random Wednesday Thoughts
Los Angeles, CA – Galco’s Soda Pop Stop
The other day I raved about the root beer I had at a local brewpub, and it got me thinking about this great place I went to in suburban Los Angeles a couple years ago, Galco’s Old World Grocery in Glendale. If you’ve been craving a soda pop from your past, chances are pretty good… Continue reading Los Angeles, CA – Galco’s Soda Pop Stop
Minnesota State Fair Food Preview
Everybody thinks their own State Fair is the granddaddy of them all, but Minnesota always sets the pace with the “food on a stick” segment. )Long before Jose Jalapeno emerged!) Be sure to stop by any (or all ) of the following outlets: Big Fat Bacon – One-third pound slice of bacon fried and carmelized… Continue reading Minnesota State Fair Food Preview
“Redi-Roast” Pastrami
I’m not a fan of packaged meats, but at my neighborhood Winco @ 3AM the other night (one will frequently find me in groceries past midnight, avoiding the crowds), the deli counter wasn’t open, or course, and I had a hankering for corned beef, which they did not have in a package (except the uncooked… Continue reading “Redi-Roast” Pastrami