It's a slippery slope. That's what I told Darlene when she suggested I do a Friday fast-food fish sandwich review of Del Taco. See, Del Taco serves tacos, not fish sandwiches. But that logic was my own undoing when I reviewed the McDonald's Fish McBites last month. Fish balls does not equal fish sandwiches. So... Continue Reading →
Friday Fast-Food Fishtacular—Wendy’s Premium Cod Fillet Sandwich
This is just a quick update: I noticed Wendy's had a differently named seasonal fish sandwich so a return trip was in order. Was it a superficial name change or was it a complete overhaul? I had to investigate! Ever been faked out by your own taste expectations? Like when you want a Coke, you... Continue Reading →
Friday Fast-Food Fishtacular— Carl’s Charbroiled Atlantic Cod Fish Sandwich
As I was running errands a few days ago, I noticed that Carl's Jr. was advertising a new fish offering: the Carl’s Charbroiled Atlantic Cod Fish Sandwich. Did someone say "charbroiled?" Not breaded? Not deep-fried? I already tried their sub-sea behemoth, the Carl's Catch, a few years ago... would this new sandwich be a contender?... Continue Reading →
Friday Fast-Food Fishtacular — Burger King’s Premium Alaskan Fish Sandwich
As I mentioned in my previous Friday Fast-Food Fishtacular post, I avoided reviewing Burger King's BK Big Fish simply because it's a pale imitation of the long-since-retired Whaler. But since I gave McDonald's some attention, I figured I should give equal time to Burger King. But I was too late to the party — I... Continue Reading →
Friday’s Fast-Food Fishtacular! – McDonald’s Fish McBites
I've been doing Friday fast-food fishtacular reviews for a few years now, trying my best to give an honest opinion about various fish sandwiches from ubiquitous fast-food franchises. All the while, I've avoided The Big Two: McDonald's and Burger King. My reasoning was that their fish sandwiches are year-round menu staples (opposed to some other... Continue Reading →
Friday’s Fast-Food Fishtacular! – Dairy Queen Crispy Fish Sandwich
When I think "fast food" — and likely when you do, too — Dairy Queen almost never comes up as a choice. In fact, the only time I do think of "Dairy Queen" and 'food" in the same, connected thought is when I'm on a road trip and I see a DQ on the side of... Continue Reading →
Friday’s Fast Food Fishtacular! — Whataburger Whatacatch Fish Sandwich
Choices are getting pretty lean here in San Diego for unreviewed fast-food restaurants that offer fish sandwiches. I've pretty much written about everything this side of Burger King and McDonald's. I even browbeat a half-dozen KFCs because they aren't carrying their "Fish Snacker," even though it's on the corporate website.* Desperate for another new experience,... Continue Reading →
Friday’s Fast Food Fishtacular! — Rally’s Crispy Fish Sandwich and Deep Sea Double
Tucked away in the furthest corner of the contiguous 48 states is the town of Imperial Beach, California. And there, you can find one of the few remaining Rally's drive-in restaurants in San Diego County. Rally's (or Checkers, as it's known elsewhere in the U.S.) is a tiny little fast food joint, where you... Continue Reading →
Friday’s Fast Food Fishtacular! — Arby’s Fish Sandwich
One of the last major fast-food chains I expected to find a fish sandwich was Arby's. It never dawned on me that the chain known for its roast beef sandwiches and jamocha shakes would also offer a fish sandwich, and a pretty good one, too. As I pulled into the drive-thru, I remember thinking, "Wait!... Continue Reading →
Faygo Flavor Primer
So now you know where to find Faygo in San Diego, but for the uninitiated, some flavors may seems foreign. Grape, peach and orange are self-explanatory, but what about Rock & Rye and Redpop? Here’s a primer on the some of the flavors that Faygo has to offer (all are available in San Diego). No sightings... Continue Reading →
My Burning Kitchen... on the road 