Food Reviews

Canning Jams, Jellies, Preserves and Marmalade, Not As Difficult As You Might Think

Homemade Peach Jam

Unless one has distaste for foods that are sweet, how can you not like jams, jellies, preserves or marmalade’s? Whether served with butter and toast, peanut butter on a sandwich, mixed with plain yogurt or used as a glaze for pork or chicken, these transformed fruits are wonderful. What is even more wonderful then store …

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My new obsession – The Vietnamese sandwich – Bánh mì

Special BBQ Chicken and Shredded Pork Banh mi

I met my friend Steve for lunch last week, who suggested we go to a sandwich shop he had just tried in Chinatown. I wasn’t sure what kind of sandwich I was expecting, but I was amazed at the sandwiches on offer. Don’s Cafe sells Vietnamese sandwiches called Bánh mì (pronounced BUN-mee), which is the …

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Capriotti’s Capastrami, the King of Rachels

Capriotti's Window Sign

When I visit family in Delaware, there are a few things that should be enjoyed if at all possible. It is usually not feasible to accomplish all of these goals, but to achieve a few does make the trip complete. One of these is to eat a sub from Capriottis. I typically order a fresh …

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In-N-Out Burger, A California Cult Classic

Dounble Double, a California Cult Classic

For years I have been listening to friends and colleagues rave about In-N-Out Burger.  Despite extensive travel throughout the United States, until last year I had never spent any real time on the west coast. The first time I ate at an In-N-Out Burger was in Carson City, NV. The second time was when a …

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Very Good Reuben Sandwich – Post Street Ale House (Spokane, WA)

Reuben at the Post Street Ale House

While visiting Spokane, WA on a recent business trip I found myself settling in at the bar of the Post Street Ale House, wondering what’s good. The restaurant itself was very busy for a weeknight and the beer selection was as impressive as the food menu. I quickly selected a cask-style IPA (Ninkasi, very good) …

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