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Serious Green: A Guide to Keeping City Chickens
This is a well written quickie on getting a chicken! Another good piece that recently came out about having chickens (albeit not in the city) was in the New Yorker a few weeks ago (abstract: http://www.newyorker.com/reporting/2009/09/28/090928fa_fact_orlean) in an article by Susan Orlean. I liked this write up because she went through the entire emotional and logical process of buying and keeping chickens (for the non professional).
Reality Check: What's the New Pizza Hut Stuffed Crust Pan Pizza Like? We Try It
For the first time in years, I now am craving Pizza Hut. I seem to remember a stuffed crust of yore, but now can't recall if it was just in the regular pizza. All said and done, if I could eat pizza every day, forever, I could certainly die happy.
Cakespy: CupShake, a Cupcake Milkshake
I don't know whether to be excited or clutching my toothache in anticipation!
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Tasty $1 Treats in NYC
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Serious Green: A Guide to Keeping City Chickens
This is a well written quickie on getting a chicken! Another good piece that recently came out about having chickens (albeit not in the city) was in the New Yorker a few weeks ago (abstract: http://www.newyorker.com/reporting/2009/09/28/090928fa_fact_orlean) in an article by Susan Orlean. I liked this write up because she went through the entire emotional and logical process of buying and keeping chickens (for the non professional).
Reality Check: What's the New Pizza Hut Stuffed Crust Pan Pizza Like? We Try It
For the first time in years, I now am craving Pizza Hut. I seem to remember a stuffed crust of yore, but now can't recall if it was just in the regular pizza. All said and done, if I could eat pizza every day, forever, I could certainly die happy.
Cakespy: CupShake, a Cupcake Milkshake
I don't know whether to be excited or clutching my toothache in anticipation!
Gadgets: The Goodbyn Back-to-School Lunchbox
I would like one please, only in blue.
Brooklyn Bowl: Can Bowling Alley Food Be Finger-Lickin' Good?
Ed, I have to humbly disagree with your assessment of the pork sandwich. The fact that it exists is a blessing from the pork gods. I absolutely crave this sandwich! Really liked Brooklyn Bowl in general too. The manager is super nice (and cute to boot) and as long as you don't try to go on a Saturday night, it's fairly easy to get lanes.
Also, their beer selection rocks. Love Six Point!
Break Food Records With the World Record Appreciation Society
Also, if anyone thinks they can beat or make a record, they are looking for people to join in the fun!
Tasty $1 Treats in NYC
@gargupie: I totally agree with you, $1 sushi is scary. That's why I tried it for you! Nori's fish tasted fresh to me and I certainly felt fine after. Would def. go back to this place (all these places in fact).
Thanks for the other tips guys!
Beau Jo's: A Rocky Mountain Original
I mentioned Beau Jo's in a previous piece on Slice, but I will say it again--this place rocks! You can't compare it to NYC style at all. Personally (and the one mentioned here is right near where I grew up) I prefer the one in Idaho Springs. Something about steaming, soaking and pampering yourself makes having a hefty slice of this pie afterwords even better.
Man, now I am hungry.
A Primer to 'Star Trek' Food and Drink
Oh, so when is the first official Star Trek feast going to take place?
A Primer to 'Star Trek' Food and Drink
Adam, this is kind of amazing.
What I Learned from the Brooklyn Kitchen's 3rd Annual Cupcake Cookoff
Haha! Nice post Erin. Good to see you too. I did NOT like the bacon cupcake pictured above, it tasted like they just used bacon for bacon without letting the awesomeness of the cupcake take part. Agree with the parsnip cupcake. It WAS good, but the idea isn't the most palpable.
And, there were not even 200 people there. I thought Confections of a Cupcake's carrot gold should have won. It was AMAZING.
I posted some more tasty pictures on my blog! http://linneacovington.com/food/2009/05/12/hello-cupcake-cupcake-contest-at-union-pool/
And of course, gave you a shout out!
Trichinosis in Free-Range Pigs: Cause for Concern, or Sloppy Editing and Writing?
Thanks Ed. I didn't want to be afraid to eat my favorite meat!
How to Make Peeps from Scratch
Hahahaha! I never knew Peeps could be such fun!
Serious Cocktails: A Lousy Tipper Walks Into a Bar ...
@StBernard: That is bull. At my bar we are told to give free drinks. It's to show appreciation for good patrons.
In Videos: The Food Cart Song
This video ROCKS! I love the concept of finding out what food vendors are thinking, though I don't know if all their anecdotes were true. The song sure is catchy though.
Giant Cheetos vs. Regular Cheetos
Love your Cheetos dissection Robyn! One question, are these much bigger then Planter's cheese puffs?
Serious Cocktails: A Lousy Tipper Walks Into a Bar ...
As bartender at a dive bar in Brooklyn, I think a $1 tip per drink is perfect. But, if I go to PDT or another cocktail bar, those $15 drinks + time making them warrant a $3 tip.
And, for those of you that think $1 for a minute of a bartender's time is unfair, you have to realize most bartenders work 8 to 15 hour shifts, have to deal with drunks, clean up after drunks, stand all day, and usually only get paid about $15-$30 a shift.
As far as crap bartenders go, yeah, that's another story. But you have to give a look around you. Is the bar busy? Does he/she have to go deal with a rowdy customer? Change a keg? Wipe up a big spill? Customer service isn't easy folks!
@negociants : Why would you tip less when drinks are cheap? If you are paying $1 for a happy hour drink, you should def. be tipping per drink.
@Bridget: I love you. Everything thing you said is RIGHT ON!
Photo of the Day: Eatphabet
This is so neat!
The Food 'Twitterati'
I love getting these twitters! Really keeps you up on whats cooking (pun had to happen).
The icePod, an iPod-Shaped Ice Cream Sandwich
I want to go there.
Is the fish and chips at A Salt and Battery worth seeking out?
I think it's pretty good. I have been there a few times and found their fish and chips taste like classic fish and chips. You could also check out ChipShop in Brooklyn.
In Videos: 'Toy Food' Music Video
I love the truly bizarre.
Skittles-Infused Vodka, Taste the Alcoholic Rainbow
I am pretty sure Skittle infused vodka will last for a long time since there isn't actual matter in the mixture. Also, freezing is always a good idea both for the taste and preservation.
The Blumenburger — The Most Labor-Intensive Hamburger Ever
@Kenji -- Have you had a Rosenfeld's bagel? Certainly best in Boston, and I'd put it up against any "New York" variety.
For the way a split-top bun is meant to be eaten, get a hot dog at Simco's on Blue Hill Ave in Mattapan. They sear both sides of the bun on a griddle, so it's golden and crisp.
In Videos: Heart Attack Grill
I agree Adam...I think the whole schitck is exactly that....a schtick. If thier food was any good maybe I'd be more inclined to eat there again.
http://eatingtheroad.wordpress.com/2009/10/30/heart-attack-grill-diet-center/
They're just trying to tap into the whole shock/controversy thing...and unfortunately that does work. Those news stations can't get enough of it. If you really want to dislike them watch the video on their homepage (How to Kill a Giant):
http://www.heartattackgrill.com/
Cakespy: CupShake, a Cupcake Milkshake
Actually, Sonic (the chain restaurant) made a "birthday cake shake" for their 50th birthday in 2003. Theirs was pretty good, though a bit too sweet for me.
Video: Crappy Canadian Thanksgiving with Ellen Page and Justin Long
This is hysterical! :D
Video: Crappy Canadian Thanksgiving with Ellen Page and Justin Long
"Ellen is delicious."
Indeed she is. Very delicious.
Video: Crappy Canadian Thanksgiving with Ellen Page and Justin Long
Yay! My home and native land :)
Elen Paige and Justin Long are both Canadian eh?!
@ Erin: thanks for reco-=nizin' our Thanksgiving! Can't wait for this weekend!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Reality Check: What's the New Pizza Hut Stuffed Crust Pan Pizza Like? We Try It
FYI
While stuffing the pan crust with the cheese does sound delicious, it is logistically impossible.
The traditional stuffed crust pizza requires dough of a different texture, a more classic hand-tossed feel, so it can be stretched out over the pan far enough to tuck the cheese into the dough with enough room to stretch the excess dough on top of the cheese.
This feat is impossible with pan pizza, at least the Pizza Hut brand of pan pizza, because the dough is too fluffy and porous. If one were to stretch the dough, it would sink down and upon baking become a greasy crispy mess.
To perfect the cheese-in-the-crust plan, Pizza Hut would need to do a lot of research and development, and they're not into that.
But there are those breadsticks...
Cakespy: CupShake, a Cupcake Milkshake
I have to admit that I let my curiosity get the better of me and I made one of these last week.
And it was pretty awesome.
In Videos: 'Toy Food' Music Video
Very 80s new-wavey sound
McDonald's Filet-O-Fish: Yea or Nay?
I haven't had one in decades but just to keep this sandwich going, I will go there and have them.
Reality Check: What's the New Pizza Hut Stuffed Crust Pan Pizza Like? We Try It
Thank the gods above for the genius that invented TIVO because I have not watched one commercial in two years. Needless to say I have not seen the ads for anything new at Pizza Hut. The last time I ate there I was sick for 4 days, so can you blame me for not loving their food. As for big chains in America, they can all keep trying but you just can't bring it home like the small mom and pop, brick oven pie makers. And if the only choices were Papa Johns, Domino's or Pizza Hut I would shot myself!! :)
Reality Check: What's the New Pizza Hut Stuffed Crust Pan Pizza Like? We Try It
Ya nailed it..."The Hut does what it does best in the suburbs." I don't know why, but it's so true. Eat-in Pizza Hut with salad bar is a completely different thing than take out or delivery.
And if the only choices were Papa Johns, Domino's or Pizza Hut, it would be Pizza Hut or...nothing.
McDonald's Filet-O-Fish: Yea or Nay?
They're tastey but they're like 700 calories each!!!!!!
Cakespy: CupShake, a Cupcake Milkshake
That looks horrendous.
Reality Check: What's the New Pizza Hut Stuffed Crust Pan Pizza Like? We Try It
I started eating at Pizza Hut when I was living in Panama. Yep, we had them there...and they were exceptional. I moved back to the States a year ago and found the Pizza Hut pizzas here to be, in my estimation, terrible. Whereas in Panama they were truly excellent. Por que? Plus, the service here stinks.
Any comments on California Kitchen pizzas? I'mnot a fan, but everyone I know raves about them.
Reality Check: What's the New Pizza Hut Stuffed Crust Pan Pizza Like? We Try It
This is new? I remember when I was 7 and would always get pizza on Fridays... I'd always get stuff crust from Pizza Hut - SO GOOD! Too bad I don't eat pizza anyone!
Cakespy: CupShake, a Cupcake Milkshake
Bleagh! I feel quite ill... bad enough blending cake with icecream, but then adding double cream???? Gross.
Cakespy: CupShake, a Cupcake Milkshake
When I was 17, I had jaw surgery and my mom had to puree everything so I could at least "eat" with everyone else - so she pureed chinese food with homemade chicken broth, etc.
I would've adored something like this. Sounds like it would've been heaven. Next time I have any cupcakes, I will try this. Sounds sweet and yummy.
Cakespy: CupShake, a Cupcake Milkshake
Where I live (central NY) we have Perry's ice cream, which has a wonderful flavor called "piece of cake". It is yellow cake flavored and has hunks of cake and fudgy chocolate frosting in it. So, no need to make this shake. Just buy a half gallon and dig in. (I usually go to the ice cream stand and get a scoop of this kind with a scoop of French Roast Coffee...thus, having coffee and cake) Mmmmmmmmmm!!
Would You Send Back an Overcooked Burger?
I'd be afraid of what would come back, so I wouldn't send it back, but I would not go back to that restaurant again.
Cakespy: CupShake, a Cupcake Milkshake
I say, Why not! I love cake and milk, cake and ice cream and I really love to take my homemade brownies with frosting and have it with ice cream and once in a while I will chop up the brownie and mix it in the ice cream. It is definitely a decadent treat and not meant for everyday. Is this any different than Cookie and Cream ice cream? I do think hand stirring would be better than blending but then that is my personal opinion. To each his own, I guess.
Reality Check: What's the New Pizza Hut Stuffed Crust Pan Pizza Like? We Try It
I just had one of these with red onions, pepperoni, green peppers. It was tasty, and I would never think of comparing this with something else in another genre, it's good for what it is supposed to be. Did need some complimentary spices and salt. (but I crave salt)
Reality Check: What's the New Pizza Hut Stuffed Crust Pan Pizza Like? We Try It
Based on this review, I went out and got a Stuffed Crust Pan Pizza (with pepperoni, America’s favorite topping).
A few observations:
-Adam: there’s at least Pizza Hut in NYC with a complete menu, on Northern Blvd east of Parsons Blvd in Flushing. (Not in the city, but in NYC, and as close to the city as DiFara and alot closer than Totonno’s. Not saying I would take a subway to a Pizza Hut...)
-I’m not a fan of the chains, but if a local parlor isn’t there I’m glad to order from them. But I’ve always thought Pizza Hut was just acceptable. I now realize I’ve been eating the hand-tossed, not the pan. The pan I got from the above Flushing location was good...
-...until I got to the cheese ring, which made the last few bites not-so-good (if there is a next time, which I doubt, I won't eat the cheese ring). It probably also added a lot of calories.
100% agree with Philip’s review: Pizza Hut Pan Pizza good, cheese ring bad.
Recent Posts
Tasty $1 Treats in NYC
Posted by Linnea Covington, July 15, 2009 at 3:00 PM
Exotic Eggs Available at Whole Foods
Posted by Linnea Covington, March 3, 2009 at 7:00 PM
Where to Drink for Free on Your Birthday
Posted by Linnea Covington, February 26, 2009 at 1:00 PM
Where to Fix a Broken Blender in NYC
Posted by Linnea Covington, February 24, 2009 at 12:07 PM
Celebrating Mardi Gras with King Cake
Posted by Linnea Covington, February 23, 2009 at 8:30 AM
Have a Cold? Soothe Your Throat with These Remedies
Posted by Linnea Covington, February 17, 2009 at 3:40 PM
Skittles-Infused Vodka, Taste the Alcoholic Rainbow
Posted by Linnea Covington, February 13, 2009 at 10:00 AM
Restaurants Adding Sneaky Service Charges
Posted by Linnea Covington, February 12, 2009 at 7:30 PM
Happy Hour: Pequena in Fort Greene
Posted by Linnea Covington, February 12, 2009 at 6:00 PM
Blogwatch: Tofu Stir-Fry with Spinach and Okra
Posted by Linnea Covington, February 7, 2009 at 3:00 PM
Happy Hour: Bar Reis and Ginger's Bar in Park Slope
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Photo of the Day: The Banana-Killing Bird
Posted by Erin Zimmer, August 7, 2009 at 7:15 PM
"Fast Food Mafia," by ~silentsketcher
Posted by Adam Kuban, July 20, 2009 at 4:00 PM
Amazingly, This Is the Same Way I Summon Soft Serve
Posted by Robyn Lee, April 14, 2009 at 10:15 AM
Writer Gives Up Wine for a Month as a 'Sobering Exercise'
Posted by Erin Zimmer, April 14, 2009 at 10:30 AM
A Waitress Sketches Her Clientele
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11 Cool Coffee Mugs and Tea Cups
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Best of New York Empanadas
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About Linnea Covington
Website: http://www.linneacovington.com
Location: Brooklyn
About: I recently got my M.A. from the CUNY Graduate School of Journalism, so what better to do with a degree than write about food?! And, I LOVE everything about food (except for cheese, which taunts me but makes my tummy sad).
Favorite foods: all dumplings, pork tacos, avocados, dark chocolate, blueberries, bacon, green chili...this could go on forever.
Last bite on earth: A perfect avocado on a freshly made fried corn tortilla (still warm) with a splash of salt, thin layer of bacon, and a dash of Mexican crema. Mmmmm...
AMAZING.