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Lita Sandwich
Taco Lita since 1967 The tacos at Taco Lita are not authentic Mexican tacos. They are for gringos, but very good for what they are. Taco Lita is all about their signature little packets of sauce, which is so addictive, I always bring a stash home to have with my homemade tacos. The Lita Sandwich, […]
Continue ReadingCorner Bakery $50 Gift Card Giveaway!
The Corner Bakery invited me to a media and food bloggers event to unveil several of their new menu items. This summer, Southern California guests can satisfy their cravings with new menu items, including Buttermilk Pancakes with Berries and the Spicy Asian Pork Hot Toasted Sandwich, beginning July 1. Light and fluffy, the made-to-order Buttermilk […]
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101 Hamburger Ideas!
What are you going to grill this weekend? Here are a few ideas! 101 Hamburger Ideas! 1. Pepperoni Pizza Burger: grilled burger covered with pepperoni, Mozzarella cheese and pizza sauce. 2. Verde Burger: grilled ground beef mixed with seasoned garlic, topped with piquant Italian Verde sauce made with parsley, onions and capers. 3. Classic Burger: […]
Continue ReadingShake Shack ShackBurger
Shake Shack originated as a hot dog cart in Manhattan in 2004 and has now grown to 21 locations across the United States with another 13 international locations. They are known for their shakes, fries, hot dogs and of course burgers. The secret to the ShackBurger is the blend of sirloin, chuck and brisket beef. […]
Continue ReadingEgg & Avocado Salad
Being a huge fan of egg salad and avocados, this is a marriage made in heaven. You can adjust this recipe to your own tastes. photo © 2012 You As A Machine , Flickr [amd-zlrecipe-recipe:239]
Continue ReadingBarbecue Chicken Sandwiches
Last week, Zoe made these incredible BBQ Chicken sandwiches. The recipe is from the Pioneer Woman. You could also make this in a crockpot. [amd-zlrecipe-recipe:254]
Continue ReadingMelt It! a grilled cheese co.
Yesterday, I was invited to try a new restaurant in Pasadena. It’s called Melt It! a grilled cheese co. I consider myself a bit of an expert in the world of grilled cheese, having competed in the Annual Grilled Cheese Invitational in 2011 in Los Angeles. I did not win, but my recipe , came […]
Continue ReadingPeanut Butter, Banana & Bacon Sandwich – The Elvis
Elvis Presley died on August 16, 1977. I was 16 years old and I was in Berlin at the time. Don’t get out your calculators, I’m 52 years old! Several years ago, I taught a cooking class and the theme was A Culinary Tribute to Elvis. Boy, did we cook up some healthy stuff! Take your […]
Continue ReadingGround Chicken and Blue Cheese Burgers
I was watching an episode of Restaurant Impossible with Robert Irvine and he made these ground chicken burgers. I think it would be a great addition to your BBQ along with regular burgers. Ground Chicken and Blue Cheese Burgers Serves 4 Tarragon Aioli 1/2 cup mayo 1 Tbs roasted garlic puree 1 Tbs minced fresh […]
Continue ReadingA Chicken Sandwich Minus the Bigotry & Some Chicken Nuggets too!
Eat the Chicken, not the bigotry…. I don’t usually blog about controversial topics, but I have to do it. I am astounded by the stupidity. I’ve only been to Chik-fil-A a handful of times. The chicken is good, but it’s the sauce that is delicious. I went to one recently in Baltimore, MD with my […]
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