I always think of the English as being far more civilized and genteel than we Yanks — especially when it comes to matters of culinary indulgence.  Maybe it’s the accent that makes me draw that conclusion. More likely, it’s the way my brother-in-law, Jens, looks on in horror when  the rest of us attack the… Continue reading about A Proper English Breakfast

Some of Miami’s best Cuban sandwiches are served up in what I would affectionately call “dives.” Many of the best pressed media noche or roasted pork creations are handed through small to-go windows, wrapped in tin foil… Continue reading about Miami's Cuban Pork Heaven

We’re always on the lookout for new eateries that dish up good, wholesome food and have an air of fun about them. We like our food a bit out of the ordinary. Bananas, located on Mills Ave in downtown Orlando, Florida, calls itself… Continue reading about Going Bananas Over This Greasy Spoon Joint

If you’re ever in the San Francisco area, do yourself a favor and bike across the Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito (you can rent them at Fisherman’s Wharf from places like Bike and Roll). Sure, you might get a little… Continue reading about Between Two Slices: Hamburgers Sausalito

I tried my first Frito Pie in Santa Fe, New Mexico, during a brief stint helping out a friend at the Farmer’s Market there. We had just finished setting up shop with our blue corn, green chili and fresh eggs on display when I… Continue reading about Frito Pie: A Meal in a Bag

I’ve had a love affair with street food since way before it was cool. In fact, I can remember when the very phrase “street food” conjured up images of mustachioed men sweating over a greasy grill and hot dogs floating in cloudy water. Back then, I could strike terror in the heart of my… Continue reading about The Great Food Truck Chase

What is it about street food? Whether it’s a guy hawking hot dogs on the corner, the ubiquitous funnel cake stands at every state carnival or a school bus rumbling through town stocked with homemade hamburgers, street food is something we just can’t seem to get enough of. Just ask the folks… Continue reading about Ode to Street Food