Is That Frank Sinatra Eyeing My Dirty Martini? It sure is – because I’m taking you to Frank’s favorite New York restaurant – Patsy’s! The mini-statue of “Ol’ Blue Eyes” perched on the bar is just one of the reasons… Read More ›
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Mushroom Ketchup! Banana Ketchup! Wild Condiment Recipes From The “Cook And Drink” Chefs!
What Kind Of Ketchup Do You Love? There was a lot of social media attention paid a few years back when Heinz began offering up all sorts of unique ketchup flavors, but they all have one thing in common: a… Read More ›
New York’s New Taste Sensation! All Hail “Le Veau d’Or” – This “50 Best In The US Restaurant” Has Sizzling Frog Legs And A Unique Martini!
Iconic French Food Takes Over New York! These are Frog Legs, served sizzling noisily in a very hot pan – I will share that video soon, but this dish, above all, cements New York’s Le Veau d’Or as the most… Read More ›
Have A Messy “Big Mec!” LA’s Most Unique Burger Pays Homage To McD’s!
Now That’s A “Big Mec!” No that’s not a misspelling, this is a unique – and very messy – homage to a McDonald’s Big Mac! Time to head to Sharman Oaks California to bite into his McD’s homage! Time To… Read More ›
The “Oldest Food In New York!” Delmonico’s Flames The First Baked Alaska + Created The Lobster Newberg!
Welcome To New York’s Oldest Restaurant! You may not have heard of Delmonico’s, but you probably know some of the dishes that were created here: like Eggs Benedict, the Delmonico cut of steak, Lobster Newberg and Baked Alaska! More on… Read More ›
Why Do I Take This “Ramen Shot” Every Time I Get A Bowl? My Obsession With “Sky High” Ramen Noodles!
A Bowl Of Ramen Noodles…. …is a perfect meal. I love Ramen. I have extolled the health benefit of “Wet food” and will share that soon, so when you take a delicious broth, add noodles, the stuff the bowl full… Read More ›
A “Pimento Cheeseburger” Wraps Up National Burger Month! “Hamburger America” Sticks The Landing!
Celebrating A Month Of Burger Celebrations! May was a month for great eating – it was National Burger Month! I have ben celebrating all month long, and today am wrapping up the month at an all-time favorite restaurant – Hamburger… Read More ›
Celebrating “National Burger Day 2025” With Mr. Hamburger America’s “Galley Boy” Tribute + Shake Shack Truffle Burgers!
It’s That Day Again: Time To Celebrate The Burger! A hamburger: seasoned ground beef on a bun with cheese, lettuce, tomato and pickle. Add fresh onion, mayonnaise or other sauce, and you are set! But who can stop there? As… Read More ›
Was “Salmon Sashimi Ramen” A Good Idea? Well, I Tried And Here’s The Recipe!
I love ramen. Whenever I eat at a restaurant, I invariably do this – stir in a poached egg if its part of the dish, mix everything together and then pull out some noodles as high as I can: Yes,… Read More ›
Painting Chicago’s River Green For St. Patrick’s Day – And Mile High Sandwiches Too!
Who’s Hungry For St. Patrick’s Day? Well, a ridiculous question because we all are! And with the unique food that is consumed today, it’s going to be a celebration – thanks to Pastrami! Here’s a bit of history of St…. Read More ›