Viva il cuoco che ci delizia con leccornie e allegria. The Pizza Burger was my introduction to Slater’s 50/50’s Italian Sausage/Brandt Beef patty. Hearing the news of another Italian-fusion burger hitting the menu grabbed my attention. Without hesitation I make my trek to Pasadena to try it. The Rustic Ravioli Burger is a 50% Italian […]
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Pig Heaven When I saw the announcement for this month’s Burger of The Month, I was a bit disappointed because I thought it was going to be The Sriracha Burger. I did not write about it when it first made it’s appearance last December, so this would have been a great opportunity to do so. […]
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We cannot seek achievement for ourselves, and forget about progress and prosperity for our community. Our ambitions must be broad enough to include the aspirations and needs of others, for their sakes and for our own. – Cesar Chavez I belong to the generation that grew up in South Los Angeles when it was still […]
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Los Angeles-based food blogger, Cue the Critic (https://cuethecritic.com) does the Balut Challenge on The Coolinary Trends Show (https://www.facebook.com/TheCoolinaryTrendsShow) with HK12 Chef Bev Lazo, live in studio at Rant Radio Networks (http://www.irantradio.com/).
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All aboard, train Blue C on track 1! My journey with Asian cuisine began a while back. I’ve savored and grown to adore Korean BBQ, Pho, Filipino dishes, and more recently, Japanese delights like Shabu-Shabu. However, my sushi and sashimi experience didn’t start until last November when I sampled NOBU‘s unique take on it. Over […]
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I’ve Got A Date! When we start a new relationship, there is usually a kaleidoscopic period of discovery, figuring out each other’s likes and dislikes, favorite foods and allergies, styles, pleasures, annoyances, strengths, and weaknesses. Early on, I learned my girlfriend loves surf and turf. With this revelation in mind, I was thrilled to be […]
Read moreGood try, Jack. Good try. Nothing beats a fail but a try! I stopped eating fast food in the traditional sense along time ago. Every now and again, I will visit just to stay up with the times; sort of like I did when McDonald’s released their Mighty Wings last year. A buddy (@miixedboiinyame) of […]
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It’s all bullshit folks, and it’s bad for ya. It almost seems impossible to read a food publication without seeing the word “best” in the title. What does it mean? Who decided that every mainstream media writer is the ultimate authority on what my palate and olfactory senses deem extraordinary? Why aren’t these articles written […]
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Leftovers in their less visible form are called memories. Stored in the refrigerator of the mind and the cupboard of the heart. – Thomas Fuller Eating is a passion. Many simply eat for sustenance, but for others, like me, it’s an intense love affair. We don’t eat just for health, but to appreciate the […]
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What makes the “perfect” burger is clearly a matter of opinion. With all the options out there now it’s harder than ever for two people to agree on which burger is best. What follows are the conclusions I have come to over the past few years of trying to assemble a memorable and crave-able slab […]
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Bring on the Spring Joy! I tried Umami Burger for the first time about two months ago, and my first impression wasn’t great. I even went on a Twitter rant, trying to start a burger war between Slater’s 50/50, Umami, and The Counter. #Fail. It was all in good fun, though, kind of like Kendrick […]
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Gyro, it is Greek for bacon! Not everyone has the opportunity to travel and experience the world. However, I’ve found that music and food can offer deep insights into different cultures. American cuisine has evolved over the years, becoming a melting pot of diverse influences. The hamburger is an American icon, and every region has […]
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