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@rasellers0 - The above burger with fries will set you back $10, which, in my world, is nowhere near exorbitant. So, I really don't think it's about being gimmicky or trying to jack up their bottom line. A burger like this - where nearly everything is house made - takes time and effort, so decreasing the amount allows them to maintain consistency and quality. Also, they don't want the burger to overshadow the other delicious items on their always-changing menu. H&F is my absolute favorite restaurant in Atlanta, and most of the time, we don't even make it to the burger because everything else is so darn tasty. BUT, when we do order the burger, we agree that it is quite possibly the best we've ever had. Thanks for giving H&F some love!!!

bettyjoan at 2:37PM on 08/19/10

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Cook the Book: 'Fiesta at Rick's'

My heart tells me I would love to have a celebrity chef sandwich with Eric Ripert and Anthony Bourdain. My head tells me that I would love to eat and chat with Alton Brown. Tough call!

bettyjoan at 7:37AM on 07/07/10

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Cook the Book: 'My Bread'

I make pretty mean baguettes - the only challenge is saving them for dinnertime! :-)

bettyjoan at 7:20AM on 03/30/10

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It Must Be Spring: New 2010 Ben & Jerry's Flavors Are Here

The Boston Cream Pie is INSANE good. I've had to use every ounce of willpower to make the pint last more than a couple of days. I also tried the Milk and Cookies, and I wasn't super jazzed - maybe I need to polish off the Boston Cream Pie, so I can give the other flavor a fair shake. My favorite all-time B&J flavors are Americone Dream and Karamel Sutra, but BCP is right up there (though I agree it could use a tad more chocolate).

bettyjoan at 7:16AM on 03/30/10

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Cook the Book: Ad Hoc at Home

Taco Depot, in Lawrenceville, Georgia. They serve the most authentic, delicious Mexican tacos I've ever had, and they are so friendly!

bettyjoan at 8:17AM on 02/09/10

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Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: Southside Market Sausage

Rudy's in San Antonio, TX. Mmmm, brisket...

bettyjoan at 11:06AM on 12/29/09

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Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: Zingerman's Praise the Lard Gift Box

BLTs made with fresh, off-the-vine summer tomatoes.

bettyjoan at 12:28PM on 12/28/09

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Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: La Quercia

In an omelet with gruyere and caramelized onions. The sweetness of the onions and the creaminess of the cheese really balance and compliment the salty prosciutto.

bettyjoan at 10:30AM on 12/24/09

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Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: La Quercia

I love prosciutto in an omelette, or on a pizza--usually combined with a sweeter cheese/fruit, to counteract the saltiness.

bettyjoan at 3:19PM on 12/02/09

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Cook the Book: 'Good Eats: The Early Years'

I just love that my family incorporates food traditions from years past. For example, we don't eat turkey--my late grandmother hated it. She was more of a red meat gal, so we have a standing rib roast. Though I miss all of the traditional turkey accompaniments, I love that we do things differently in homage to my grandmother. We also make her famous bundt cake.

bettyjoan at 2:55PM on 11/23/09

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