It's the height of BBQ season and Marie Callender's has their own BBQ-inspired menu to celebrate. I was curious to check out their menu and see how their BBQ matched up to what I've had (and made) in the past, courtesy of Murphy O'Brien Public Relations. There are four items dedicated to BBQ: turkey sliders... Continue Reading →
Cryptofoodology: Taco Bell’s Smothered Burrito
A note from Darlene: Every once in a while, I like having Paul write a review for me. I don't encourage him to eat fast food but sometimes it's one less post for me to write. I'm one of those guys who didn't believe there was such a thing as a "wet burrito." Opposed to... Continue Reading →
Urban Bar & Grill: Contemporary American Cuisine in Downtown
The word combination 'contemporary American cuisine' doesn't elicit my salivary glands. When I want food, I want delicious food that doesn't have to be innovative. But the menu at Urban Bar & Grill has me changing my tune. Urban Bar & Grill's menu is diverse. There are quesadillas, tuna tacos, flatbreads, pasta, salads, poultry and... Continue Reading →
My Love Affair with Popeyes + Chicken Waffle Tenders
Here's a confession: I love fried chicken. I prefer fried chicken over a hamburger any day. And not just any fried chicken but one that's well-seasoned but not too greasy. I've had KFC, San Diego Chicken Pie Shop, Ralph's, Albertson's and Louisiana Famous Fried Chicken but other than making it myself (I'm fry-phobic), I always turn... Continue Reading →
Meatball Cucina: Have It Your Way
Meatballs seem to be the one of those food items riding a trend lately. Menus are built around it as seen at Soda & Swine and even at Chocolat Creamerie. They're easy to make but also so easy to screw up if not done well. I received an invitation from BAM Communications who are representing... Continue Reading →
The League of Extraordinary Appetites: Where To Eat Downtown During Comic-Con
Comic-Con has rolled into San Diego again. Sure to dominate the talk of town for the next few days are movie news, celebrity sightings and the length of the line to get into Hall H. But for many, especially when the hunger pangs hit, the utmost important thing is where to eat downtown. As with... Continue Reading →
La Fiesta’s Mexican Brunch
I'm always suspicious when approaching casual, sit-down eateries specializing in Mexican food… especially here in Southern California where there's a taco place in every corner. But there was something about La Fiesta's brunch menu that made me curious enough to check it out. La Fiesta is located on 5th Avenue in the Gaslamp Quarter. The... Continue Reading →
A Waffle Obsession: Bruxie Gourmet Waffle Sandwiches
About a month ago, my friend Erin and I trekked to Orange County to check out Taco Bell's dismal Waffle Taco. Afterward, she insisted we also check out Bruxie, a chain whose menu revolves around waffles. We shared a turkey club between us and from that one bite, my life changed forever. Bruxie became a must-visit place to hit whenever... Continue Reading →
Denver Comic Con 2013: Just The Food
In writing about Denver Comic Con, I had to keep in mind that not all my readers are fans of comic books and pop culture like me. So while this post stems from the Denver Comic Con, these are just the food-related items. As mentioned in the my earlier post, I touched upon that fact... Continue Reading →
Friday Fast-Food Fishtacular — McDonald’s “Big Filet-O-Fish” Hack Job
The Easter season is coming to a close, and many fast food establishments will start to take their seasonal fish sandwiches off their menus. But you can always count on a few restaurants — McDonald's in particular — to always have a fish option on their permanent menu. I've avoided giving a review of the... Continue Reading →
My Burning Kitchen... on the road 