I don’t get into Burger King very often – maybe once every five years or if there’s something new I think I should try. (I owe that to you guys, of course, I try things so you don’t have to). I don’t know when they lost favor/flavor with me, I used to be a semi-regular.… Continue reading Burger King Yumbo Review
Tag: Cheeseburger
Nathans Frozen Onion Rings
I have expressed my concerns here about the infiltration of restaurant brands into the grocery aisles on many occasions. While I realize these companies (or their licensees) are trying to extend their brand names and develop new sources of revenues, very rarely is the product anywhere near the taste / texture of what you will… Continue reading Nathans Frozen Onion Rings
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?
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
Burger King Whopper Review
I am (was) a virgin when it comes to Whoppers and Big Macs. Just have never been inclined to try one. Closest I came to a Whopper previously was living in Paris, and my girlfriend went on a trot to find one for me as a treat. She was unsuccessful, I think it was a… Continue reading Burger King Whopper Review
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
St. Paul, MN – Smashburger Review
Kawikamedia and the Minnesota Burger Posse stopped into a Smashburger in St. Paul. They were impressed with the quality and service. Smashburger has a “localized” special burger at many locations, and Kawika went with the “Twin Cities”, which Smashburger describes as “layers of melted cheddar cheese, aged Swiss cheese and garlic grilled onions with lettuce,… Continue reading St. Paul, MN – Smashburger Review
Recipe – Classic Cheeseburger (Safeway)
I was in my local Safeway this morning, which is probably one of their smallest stores, and they are about to tear it down and rebuild. They have such a limited selection and such high prices, and a giant remodel job at a nearby local Fred Meyer (Kroger) probably leaves them no alternative. 1.99 pounds of… Continue reading Recipe – Classic Cheeseburger (Safeway)
Your Last Meal Request?
Green Chile Cheeseburger, Bobcat Bite, Santa Fe (Short link to full story for mobile readers) From time to time, someone writes an article about “oddball” last meal requests by condemned prisoners. It was in the news again recently because Texas has now banned last meal requests – unless it is something normally offered or fixed… Continue reading Your Last Meal Request?
Nationwide – Wendy’s New “Hot and Juicy”
I’m going to try and not let poor service taint this review of Wendy’s new burger..but…. We were out tooling around last night, didn’t feel like going to the grocery or cooking, so we were in a mood to grab some fast food to take home. Regular readers know that Mrs. Burgerdogboy is not a… Continue reading Nationwide – Wendy’s New “Hot and Juicy”