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'Are You a Menu Whisperer?': Take 2
That's funny that you call it "Menu Whisperer" -- I have a bad habit of whispering out loud the menu as I read it, without realizing it of course until someone asks me why I'm doing it!
Reddi-wip or Cool Whip: Way or No Way?
I grew up with Reddi-Whip and never Cool Whip because my father was extremely allergic to it (as in, ate it once unintentionally and was hospitalized). It might be psychsomatic but I think it gives me a headache so I still avoid it.
I prefer whipped cream from an Isi creme whipper; just as easy as ReddiWhip but so much better.
What is Chinese Brown Sauce Made Of?
It's a mix of soya and oh, yah, "brown". Is it the same "brown" in English brown sauce? Best not to ask...
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What's Your Favorite Sandwich?
All-time favorite sandwich: good crusty demi-baguette, split, with thinly shaved quality ham, thin slices of good brie, and seedy dijon mustard. So simple, but so good.
'Are You a Menu Whisperer?': Take 2
That's funny that you call it "Menu Whisperer" -- I have a bad habit of whispering out loud the menu as I read it, without realizing it of course until someone asks me why I'm doing it!
Reddi-wip or Cool Whip: Way or No Way?
I grew up with Reddi-Whip and never Cool Whip because my father was extremely allergic to it (as in, ate it once unintentionally and was hospitalized). It might be psychsomatic but I think it gives me a headache so I still avoid it.
I prefer whipped cream from an Isi creme whipper; just as easy as ReddiWhip but so much better.
What is Chinese Brown Sauce Made Of?
It's a mix of soya and oh, yah, "brown". Is it the same "brown" in English brown sauce? Best not to ask...
Fancy Fast Food
The rare times I bring fast food home for dinner, I've always had a strong neurotic need to "plate" it. I always take the burger or burrito or whatever out of the wrapper and put it on a real plate with the fries tastfully arranged to the side.
I thought I was odd, but this takes it to the next level!
Burke Pizza Topping Guide
I don't know if it's because it's early and I've had too much coffee but "hand-pinched" just gave me uncontrollable bout of giggling.
Video: How to Eat Watermelon at Business Lunches
@mcswain27 seriously? try to fish a pit out of your mouth with a fork? I hope you're joking...
Egg in Toast: What Do You Call It?
"Eggie in the Basket" is what I've always called it
Beau Jo's: A Rocky Mountain Original
Beau Jo's is pretty hit-and-miss, but it's a Colorado institution so it stays in business. The original location in Idaho Springs, CO is right off the interstate heading home from skiing to Denver, so it's ALWAYS packed on weekend afternoons and evenings.
Beau Jo's is also kind of famous around here for their Challenge: two people try to eat a 14 lb pie in an hour. I think it's kind of unique in that it's designed for 2 people... lots have finished it as they have a big wall of their photos.
McCafe: McDonald's New Fancier, Pricier Coffee
They've had these for awhile in California (or at least at the few random McDonalds' I've been to there). The Iced Coffee is pre-sweetened, and too sweet for me.
In Boulder, where I live, there are about 50 coffee places (chain or otherwise) for every McDonalds, so I doubt this will take off.
Whole Chicken in a Can Taste Test
Where do you buy this? I haven't seen them in any grocery I ever go to... is it at the 99 cent store?
Bobby Flay's Grilling Tips
I've gotten my propane grill to 1000F; you'd need a LOT of charcoal to get that hot. But charcoal (hardwood lump) definitely tastes better for long-cooked foods.
How to Cook the Perfect Hard-Boiled Egg
I use Alton Brown's steaming method -- seems to make the shells come off a little easier and there's less cracking from the eggs bouncing into each other.
The time is -very- altitude dependent, because whether you boil or steam you're limited by the boiling point of water (202F/94C here in Denver). I like my eggs just short of totally done, so 15 minutes works a treat.
Sunday Brunch: The Greatest Waffle Recipe Ever
I've tried a lot of different waffle recipes but stopped when I found Bittman's Overnight Waffles (in How to Cook Everything). A little work the night before and a little the next morning for the best waffles ever.... yeasty, fluffy, crispy, a little sour-doughy; just amazing.
In Videos: Slap Chop Infomercial Featuring Vince, the Enthusiastic Host
@Max Fishcher:
LOL, I love the microphone - it makes him look like the guy at Costco who hawks juicers. In the old days of infomercials they'd always have a studio audience where the mic made sense. Now it's just funny...
In Videos: Slap Chop Infomercial Featuring Vince, the Enthusiastic Host
I love how these informercials take a product that's been around forever (I've had the Oxo GoodGrips version of this thing for years) and make it seem exciting! and new!
I saw an informercial just the other day for a Bluetooth headset with the same pitch, a brand-new innovation only available on this Special TV Offer!
Photo of the Day: A True Ice Cream Sandwich
What's with the pink and green bread? Creepy! When I first looked at it I thought it was moldy.
Turkey Talk: Cook's Illustrated's Chris Kimball
Fair enough; scratch my initial sentence and replace with "I personally don't care for Christopher Kimball's style".
Turkey Talk: Cook's Illustrated's Chris Kimball
Kimball is an ass. Good thing his blithering inanity is on the first page(s) of the otherwise fabulous Cook's Illustrated, making it easy to skip over.
Filet Mignon vs. Skirt Steak: Which is Better?
I went through a phase where I always chose filet mignon when I could because I thought it was the "better" choice (for social/political reasons). Then I came to realize that it just has absolutely no flavour and there are so many better choices out there - and I've never looked back.
Outer Space Smells Like Fried Steak
Anyone who's ever watched Futurama knows that Professor Farnsworth can always suss out space-based danger with his smell-o-scope!
Babycinos, a Drink for Babies
The first time I had coffee I was 7 or 8 and asked my mom for a cup. She added a lot of milk and sugar (which she didn't use herself but assumed I would want). I thought it was digusting and complained it was too creamy and sweet. So as a joke, she said "well, you won't like it black!" and poured me a small cup. Joke was on her; I've loved it black ever since... It's only been as an adult that I find I'm starting to like very dry cappuccinos with a little foam.
Ted Allen 'Food Detectives' Show Renewed for Second Season
I like the show quite a bit, but Ted Allen's almost Howard Cosell-esque narration annoys me. I know he doesn't talk like that all the time, even on Food Detectives... It's just a little over the top. And what's with the Food Techs not being able to say anything?
Here's hoping they can work out the bugs next season, because it's a show that needs to be done by someone, and done well.
Look! Googleburgers
They even have bacon! I'm workin' for the wrong company...
Happy Birthday, Instant Ramen
When I was at university, we weren't allowed to have any cook surface in our rooms, so we would use hot water from a drip coffee pot to cook the noodles. They never quite fully 'cook' that way, and to this day I still prefer them a bit 'al dente.'
Nowadays, though, I only really eat the Costco-rebranded Cup Noodles product as a quick lunch at work. Don't really doctor it, just add hot water and go.
What's Your Favorite Sandwich?
The roast beef at Manny's Deli in Chicago. I get it extra rare on an onion roll that is SOAKED in roast beef juice. The potato pancake and pickle on the side aren't too shabby either.
What's Your Favorite Sandwich?
The sandwich you make on Thanksgiving after all your guests have left is my all time fav and probably even more so because it's a special once a year thing. You know, it's that sloppy dagwood of a thing piled preciptously with turkey (reheated in a frying pan with a little oil so it's a little bit golden) mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, sweet potatoes, stuffing, and cranberry sauce held together by an entirely too small parkerhouse roll.
What's Your Favorite Sandwich?
The roast pork, greens and sharp provolone sandwich from DiNics in the reading terminal market in Philly... pure bliss!
What's Your Favorite Sandwich?
By the way, when you get the Junglee sandwich at Dimple's Bombay off the NJ Turnpike, keep in mind that it is HUGE! We ordered one each, and all 4 of us had to bring the second halves with us the rest of the way home. It was pretty good cold when we arrived--but even better hot in the restaurant. It takes a few minutes waiting for the order, but the Junglee is a wonderful, delicious reason to make a stop while driving.
What's Your Favorite Sandwich?
@arwenb yay! another potbelly lover!
What's Your Favorite Sandwich?
I can never resist a good burger - like the one at 25 degrees in Hollywood, which was reviewed quite nicely by Damon Gambuto on this very site.
But, my all-time favorite sandwich is my own customization of the Reuben featuring both pastrami and corned beef, like the one at Junior's Delicatessen in West Los Angeles, which I recently posted on my blog.
What's Your Favorite Sandwich?
It's hard to beat the offerings at Sandwhich in Chapel Hill, NC. They make the best tuna salad I've ever tried, a bacon-apple-mushroom grilled cheese, and an incredible "Paratha" with chickpeas, fennel, eggplant, and a handful of Indian spices. I just moved from Chapel Hill and I'm having serious withdrawals!
What's Your Favorite Sandwich?
So many votes for Primanti Bros but no love for Uncle Sams? Their melty cheese sub gets my vote any day!
What's Your Favorite Sandwich?
Bay Cities in Santa Monica is incredible, the best place to grab any kind of sandwich and they're doing these little ones now, like fat cigars, stuffed with cheese and peppers and salami and fresh basil on an oiled roll. Way too addictive.
When I'm at home I use rare roast beef from Ralph's (the Boar's Head is too low sodium for me, apparently I like the additives in the cheaper stuff because the fancier all-natural meat tastes bland) on a toasted poppy seed bun with a slice of sharp cheddar, one leaf of butter lettuce, a mix of mayo and ketchup, mashed fresh avocado then sprinkled with salt and black pepper. I've been making my sandwiches exactly the same way since I was in 3rd grade.
What's Your Favorite Sandwich?
Just about any "cawnah" mom-n-pop sub shop in Massachusetts can made an Italian sub that makes me tear up just to think of it...a combo of various Italian meats & cheese (hot cappy, mortadella, salami, provolone) on a long sub roll, seeded or not, with diced pickles, onions, tomatoes, and "extra hots" -- finished off with olive oil, salt, pepper and oregano. Oh, the glory of it.
What's Your Favorite Sandwich?
The GODMOTHER from Bay Cities Italian Deli in Santa Monica, CA http://www.baycitiesitaliandeli.com
Genoa Salami, Mortadella Coppacola, Ham, Prosciutto, Provolone with the works on their amazing, amazing, uhhhmazing bread
What's Your Favorite Sandwich?
Sliced green Apple, prosciutto and Brie with herb aioli on ciabatta bread.
What's Your Favorite Sandwich?
BLT on white bread with mayo.
What's Your Favorite Sandwich?
Tony Luke Roast Pork Italian w/ Broccoli Rabe and Sharp Provolone
What's Your Favorite Sandwich?
OUT :The anchovy and egg at 'wichcraft
IN: Duke's mayo, muenster cheese, lettuce w salt and pepper on crusty sourdough or french peasant bread
Egg in Toast: What Do You Call It?
A Hole in One!!!! My grandfather used to make these for me when I was a very little girl, visiting him in Lancaster, PA. He was not a golfer. He was first-generation American of Swedish descent, who had grown up in Salt Lake City, Utah.
What's the Best Mexican Food Town in the U.S.?
This one is an absolute no brainer. I am a software programmer and fortunate enough to work for a company that allows me to work from home, I try my best to make a point of living in a different city every year, I pack light and go. I've gone from southern cali, mid-west to the east coast and NOTHING compares to the mexican food in San Diego! Travel just 60 miles up the coast to Los Angeles and the difference is night and day, doesn't even deserve to be mentioned in the same category. San Diego is on the border of Mexico, and the mexican food gets exponentially worse the farther you get from it. Ask anyone who has actually tried mexican food in mulitple cities, I will guarantee the same response, San Diego hands down. Anyone who calls them nachos instead of carne asada chips, or taquitos instead of rolled tacos can automatically be discredited in this discussion. Those of you who have lived in San Diego will know what I mean.
Sunday Brunch: The Greatest Waffle Recipe Ever
The recipe sounds great. Can't wait to try it with the kids.
'Are You a Menu Whisperer?': Take 2
No 'Menu Whisperer' here! I eat what I like, but many times when I try something that isn't part of my regular menu items, I am disappointed.
My son, who usually is my dining companion most times, seems to get exactly what he wants every single time. But he eats more meat than I do and usually the house specialty. I believe it is a learned behavior and I just haven't had the time to learn it!
'Are You a Menu Whisperer?': Take 2
I think I have this skill, but only at restuarants in America. I recently discovered that it wasn't so useful abroad...
Anyhow, people have asked me before, and mostly, I don't have any great answers, but I do have only one rule: if there's a dish named after the place, get it. Even if it's chicken. It will be awesome.
'Are You a Menu Whisperer?': Take 2
This is a great topic. I am certainly NOT a menu whisperer. Unless I have an old standby, I almost always like what my boyfriend has more. But...sometimes he feels that way about my food. So truth be told we're probably both in the grass-is-greener camp but regardless, I'm still not a menu whisperer...
'Are You a Menu Whisperer?': Take 2
I am the menu whisperer in my family. My secret, anytime i see an item with Goat Cheese, or Mushrooms, I know it will be good. I know it sounds ridiculous but its true. Its not the only thing I order, but they are always the best.
'Are You a Menu Whisperer?': Take 2
i am sooo the menu whisperer! ever since i was about ten i've done the lion's share of ordering for my family and now sometimes for my friends. it's all about quickly judging the restaurant--the location, pace, availability of ingredients, a sideways glance into the kitchen, any sense of enthusiasm that can be gleaned from the menu--and then ordering accordingly.
'Are You a Menu Whisperer?': Take 2
it's quite an insight to know about the 'menu whisperer'. I think I have that uncanny ability. and it can be learned, acquired and mastered. I will do more research on it...
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All-time favorite sandwich: good crusty demi-baguette, split, with thinly shaved quality ham, thin slices of good brie, and seedy dijon mustard. So simple, but so good.