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Updated: Big Apple BBQ Fest
If you didn’t have a chance to check out the Big Apple BBQ Fest, it’s running tomorrow (June 9th) as well from 11am-6pm in Madison Square Park in New York. This year I made it a point to visit last year’s favorite, Scott’s Barbeque. Whole hog, the meat was tender and tasty. It was served […]
Big Apple BBQ Fest (June 8th and 9th)
The annual Big Apple BBQ Fest is happening today June 8th and 9th from 11am to 6pm. Located in Madison Square Park, I wrote about it extensively last year here and here. My favorite last time by far was Scott’s Barbeque. They had a 5 minute line which usually is a bad sign, but the simple […]
Street Festival Foods: Deep Fried Oreos
While the U.S isn’t the only country that loves deep fried treats (I’m looking at you Scotland), deep fried Oreos are very American. In the Northeast they’re almost as ubiquitous at street festivals as zeppoles, funnel cakes and sausage and peppers. These golden brown treats were 6 for $5 down at the Memorial Weekend festival […]
Sage and Fennel Chicken Recipe
This is a nice simple, aromatic chicken recipe that is great for the summer. The fennel provides a refreshing aftertaste and the vinegar really helps to moisten the meat. This version is oven-baked but the grill works well too. Side Note: After seeing the documentary Food Inc, I’m still a meat eater but only non-hormone/non-factory […]
Rex Goliath Chardonnay Review (California)
Tuesday Boozeday. While I’m a big fan of the Rex Goliath Pinot Noir, the whites were new to me. It was a tasting at the local wine shop that pushed me to try it. Not normally a chardonnay drinker, I found this to be a great, affordable option. ($9.99 / 1.5 L). It’s dry but […]
Sweet Beat: Ulker Tempo Vanilla Biscuits (Product of Romania)
The origin of the name Oreo is unclear, but some say it’s from Greek, meaning beautiful or well done. Other than that exception most U.S cookies evoke a personality (Mrs. Fields, Famous Amos, Fig Newtons), animals (Teddy Grahams), or are to the point (Chips Ahoy, Pecan Sandies). With that context in mind, the name Tempo […]
Non-GMO Options
Genetically Engineered foods are consumed by you and me every day. Companies like Monsanto engineer seeds that are resistant to diseases, creating heartier plants that make their way into all types of processed foods. The problem is that the long term health consequences of GMO consumption are unknown. Are they one of the reasons for […]
Liebster Award!
I’m excited to announce that RoodonFood was nominated for a Liebster award by Life is Like a Dumpling. If you haven’t visited her site before, please do. She tells fun travel stories alongside amazing recipes. The rules: Post 11 random facts about yourself. Answer the 11 questions made by the person who nominated you. Create […]
Smuggling KFC Across the Border
Do you ever crave KFC? Would you be willing to hire a smuggler for it? Probably not, but due to a strengthening blockade on the border between Israel and Egypt, many goods are being smuggled underground. Some are dangerous items like guns and others are….well, fried chicken buckets according to this article from Time. …An […]
Indian TVP with Potato Recipe (Soy Chunks)
TVP is one of the “meatier” vegetarian options. Available in powder form from brands like Nutrela and Bob’s or as pre-made “soya chunks” at Indian stores, they provide a welcome variation in texture from meat, tofu, beans and lentils. If you appreciate “meat” and potatoes, this dish might be appealing to you. With the addition […]
