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Burger King's 'Whopper Virgins' Documentary Takes Whoppers to Remote Places
Does one of the "virgins" spit out both burgers and then slap the taste out of the mouths of the film crew for trying to feed them fast food? Because that would be fantastic.
Filet Mignon vs. Skirt Steak: Which is Better?
It's less about the cut of meat and more about how it's prepared. I've had some great filets as well as some great skirt steak over the years.
(For whatever it's worth, I've been coking a lot of flank lately...)
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Forno Italia, Astoria, Queens
Oh Adam, how you're making me miss the old neighborhood. I think I need to make a trip back.
The sausage pie is seriously good - I've always had a deep love for the Aglio E Olio as well, since Cruz (pictured at the oven) throws a lot more mozzarella on that one. And as you mentioned very briefly, the focaccia / bread basket is one of the hidden gems here - just the right amount of herbs on top so that the bread is properly accented.
Burger King's 'Whopper Virgins' Documentary Takes Whoppers to Remote Places
Does one of the "virgins" spit out both burgers and then slap the taste out of the mouths of the film crew for trying to feed them fast food? Because that would be fantastic.
Filet Mignon vs. Skirt Steak: Which is Better?
It's less about the cut of meat and more about how it's prepared. I've had some great filets as well as some great skirt steak over the years.
(For whatever it's worth, I've been coking a lot of flank lately...)
Win a Free Organic D'Artagnan Turkey Here!
I'm most excited to make the cranberry sauce, oddly enough.
Domino's Analyzes Republican, Democratic Pizza Habits
I've heard a lot of talk that Papa John has been pallin' around with terrorists, but this site is obviously too afraid to mention it. When will Slice stop it's liberal bias and let us know the truth about "Papa" John Hussein Schnatter?
The Hamburger Fatty Melt
I must insist that this article get tagged with "Adam Kuban Is Trying To Kill Us". It's only fitting.
Super Thin-Crust Pizza at Michael Angelo's II
Ha - thanks for the love, Adam. I saw the pictures appear on your Flickr account and wondered if you were going to finally give them the review they deserved!
I didn't eat at Michael Angelo's as much as I would've liked before leaving Astoria, but I will miss it being an option. More consistent than Forno Italia, undoubtedly.
They also had a pretty amazing antipasto plate when we at in the restaurant last, but that was a few years back.
(And for whatever it's worth, the train tracks over the Ditmars station are Amtrak's, not the LIRR's.)
America's Favorite Pies Pie Chart
Er. "Cholate Crème"?
C.R.U.S.T.™: 'Clear Resolution Upskirt Scanning Technology'
Always happy to help the cause of inappropriate uses of technology for food related purposes!
Gordon Ramsay Is Not a Jerk; He Just Plays One on American TV
I actually had a chance to meet Gordon not long after his NYC restaurant opened; The London was offering kitchen tours after the meals, and he was working at the pass.
Needless to say, he was polite, appreciative, and actually fairly chatty for someone who was in the middle of dinner service. So I can completely agree with Koppelman's elegy.
omg! u can txt ordr pza hut!
I'm sorry, "pizza playlist"? Who greenlighted THAT?
Weekend Book Giveaway: Marco Pierre White's Devil In The Kitchen
My cat. "Ooh, what's this hot thing over here?"
Morimoto's Cookbook Can Be Yours This Weekend
Chen Kenichi, for his classic reaction when the ingredient was revealed during Battle Yogurt. I've never seen a chef look so dumbfounded.
Fage & Kashi
While I love regular Fage (especially the one with the cherry sidecar), the no-fat plain version is to be avoided like the plague.
Of course, the regular stuff is full of delicious fats, so I guess there's tradeoffs everywhere.
You Sure That's Trans Fat Free?
I fear a lot of people are taking "Trans fat free" to mean "fat free" or "reduced fat".
No, silly, they've just moved it all into other fats.
(I inadvertently ate a McDonald's meal while in Maryland a month ago - where there is no such ban - and can I just say how much more platable the fries are with trans fats?)
I top my pancakes & waffles with_______
Butter and powdered sugar, with a touch of syrup.
Who went to the burgerfest @ the water Taxi?
Definitely the Onion Burger.
I had high hopes for the Butter Burger, but by the time I got to sit and eat it, the butter had soaked through the bun. And the plate. Blech.
Pimento Burger was better than I expected but didn't dazzle me.
There's Some SERIOUS Calories at PF Changs!
Those are, of course, family size portions...
What should I order at Aureole?
The two times I've eaten there, I can't recall anything being bad; the menu changes regularly enough that I can't locate anything on the current menu I've had.
Live a little - it's pretty much all good.
Cook the Book Giveaway: 'Peace, Love, and Barbecue'
I'm actually quite partial to smoked ham, oddly enough.
Win Two Passes to the Big Apple Barbecue Party
Daisy May's for NYC. Oh man.
Outside of NYC, I have a soft place in my heart for the now non-existent Billy Bob Jack's in Ithaca.
where can a girl drink alone in manhattan?
Milk & Honey actually has a rule that reads:
Gentlemen will not introduce themselves to ladies.
Ladies, feel free to start a conversation or ask the bartender to introduce you. If a man you don't know speaks to you, please lift your chin slightly and ignore him.
Of course, they have the membership requirements for the end of the week, so unless you want to fork over a ton of cash for a membership, you'd be limited to the early part of the week.
Quotations from Chairman Bruni
Honestly, I was expecting worse out of Bruni. I mean, this is bordering on a recommendation!
"I liked the feel of the cup and the frothiness of the dark chocolate. If you want to check Max Brenner out — and a spectacle this extravagantly sugary perhaps warrants a gander — an off-hours hug mug is the way to go. You’ll be out only $3.95 and 20 to 30 minutes."
I've been to Max Brenner more times than I care to admit - like many other places, it's a guilty pleasure. The food isn't bad - not fantastic by any stretech, but serviceable. The hot chocolate is enjoyable. Many of the desserts are over the top - but I assume that's the point. Prices are, for NYC, reasonable. It is, as Bruni said, satisfactory - which certainly doesn't merit a NYT review.
I have seen some horrible behavior in there, though - one too many kids have nearly started a fire because they think leaving a graham cracker on top of the smores flame is a good idea, and apparently the parents don't care. But that's a separate issue.
Question of the Day: What's your favorite candy bar?
Two favorites, both from Cadbury.
One, Boost. It is SUPER CHARGED WITH GLUCOSE. It is essentially a giant, awesome Twix bar. You can find them at Dylan's.
Two, Dairy Milk With Creme Egg. Why this is not available over in the states, I have no idea, but it's a crime.
Forno Italia, Astoria, Queens
It's not that hard to make a round pizza. I think the only reason anybody would NOT make a round pizza is to please the Foodie "artisanal" lovers.
The Hamburger Fatty Melt
Just add a little lettuce and mayo and you have a Burger, a Grilled Cheese and a BLT all in one. In the words of Emeril "How could it possibly be bad. I haven't tried it yet but now I have no choice. I'll get back with results (like they'll be bad) - Vin 6/9/09
The Hamburger Fatty Melt
we made these this weekend - they are AMAZING!! We added tomatoes only. I think we'll need to have these at least once a month. thank you!!
Gordon Ramsay Is Not a Jerk; He Just Plays One on American TV
I think Ramsey is a real jerk. I was watching an episode of "The F Word" on BBC America. During the opening he introduced the two new chefs in the kitchen. One he described as " ...a 22 year old American girl from Los Angeles". Then, right after saying that, one can hear Ramsey's voice overdubbed saying "Unfortunately". Like the jerk added the insult in the editing room!
I thought about if for a second and then deleted all his shows from my DVR, and all future recordings. If the Scottish twit wants to pick on American girls, he can kiss my ass. What a freakin' loser.
Gordon Ramsay Is Not a Jerk; He Just Plays One on American TV
I think Ramsey is a real jerk. I was watching an episode of "The F Word" on BBC America. During the opening he introduced the two new chefs in the kitchen. One he described as " ...a 22 year old American girl from Los Angeles". Then, right after saying that, one can hear Ramsey's voice overdubbed saying "Unfortunately". Like the jerk added the insult in the editing room!
I thought about if for a second and then deleted all his shows from my DVR, and all future recordings. If the Scottish twit wants to pick on American girls, he can kiss my ass. What a freakin' loser.
Burger King's 'Whopper Virgins' Documentary Takes Whoppers to Remote Places
If you were in Chiang Mai, trust that the last thing you may want would be Burger King...which they do actually have in the city of Chiang Mai !!! They have the best Northern Style Thai food in the country.
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Jones Soda Switches to Pure Cane Sugar
I know this article is old but I wanted to input. I just started drinking Jones and it tastes WAY better. Especially the cream soda, which I do not like usually. I did some research and it does appear that it's healthier than normal soda, but I can certainly say that IMO it has a huge taste difference for the better.
America's Favorite Pies Pie Chart
Obviously there is no one voting from the Pacific NW where the odds on favorite is huckleberry!! Marionberry is also right up there.
And I gotta agree with Vanessa about bumble berry. My favorite combination is black (marion) berry, raspberry, strawberry and huckleberry.
Filet Mignon vs. Skirt Steak: Which is Better?
There is no comparison, I think Filet Mignon is great once in a while but I'll take my beloved skirt steak any day of the week!! I absolutely love skirt steak because the meat is so soft and juicy, yummy just thinking about it makes me hungry.
Delivery Tip - Revisited
Restaurants don't charge fees here in NYC, and many restaurants do not pay wages at all, so we rely on your tips for our livelihood as well as the maintenance of our bike, and we risk our lives in traffic without insurance and endure all kinds of weather so that you can stay in the comfort of your home and enjoy our service. If you don't "believe" in tipping us, then my tip to you is GET IT YOURSELF. We work hard in extreme conditions and rely upon you to compensate us appropriately, and an inappropriately small tip is humiliating, and the worst part is that you probably don't even know that you have insulted us by dismissing the value of our service. The waitress just has to walk over to the kitchen and back in a safe, climate-controlled environment, why does she deserve more than the person who rides their bike to your house, which requires much more exertion, navigation and care in handling. Weather, distance and any delays cased by the customer must be factored into the tip as well. For faster service, try to order a bit before or after normal meal times as we are less busy. Rainy days will always delay delivery due to increased business and slower travel. Also: we remember all of you and we talk about how you treat us. If you are a bad tipper, your order may not go out for some time because we can't afford to waste our time on you. A couple bucks extra makes a huge difference to us. We bust our ass for your delicious dining decadence, but many of us have to eat at soup kitchens to augment our meager earnings and astounding caloric requirements. Now you know...
Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: Two Peter Luger Steaks
Thank you for participating, and congratulations to our winner: Kerosena
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Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: Two Peter Luger Steaks
Prime Rib. Cut at the bone and Broiled!
Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: Two Peter Luger Steaks
Flap meat aka Bavette!
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Oh Adam, how you're making me miss the old neighborhood. I think I need to make a trip back.
The sausage pie is seriously good - I've always had a deep love for the Aglio E Olio as well, since Cruz (pictured at the oven) throws a lot more mozzarella on that one. And as you mentioned very briefly, the focaccia / bread basket is one of the hidden gems here - just the right amount of herbs on top so that the bread is properly accented.