June 3, 2009
No idea how this would taste, but anytime you put beer and burger together, it can't be bad.
This is part of Food2's Big 10 Ultimate Burgers. I can't say that I was impressed with the list much, because I don't consider "Grilled Portobello Burger with Onion Jam" or "Grilled Edamame Burger" actual burgers, even if they do have it in their name.
This one though, sounds pretty good.
You can check out the recipe over at Food2 HERE.
If you want to check out the rest of the Big 10 list, you can check it out HERE.
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May 12, 2009
Yes, it's a lot easier to pick up the phone, order pizza, and hang out on the couch until it shows up. If you work at it a little bit though, it's not going to be half as good though. Here's some of the details about this outdoor oven from the site:
Ovens lined with stone and topped by an arched roof are found across Italy for baking pizza and bread. Why? The stone delivers superior heat transfer characteristics and the low, arched top reflects radiant heat back to the pizza for even baking from both the top and bottom.
Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet has taken this classic design and updated it for worry-free outdoor use. The Outdoor Artisan Pizza Oven is hand fabricated entirely of stainless steel, with a painstaking double-wall insulated design. The baking surface is lined with a professional composite baking stone. Its heat transfer performance exceeds that of natural stone, and it will never become brittle like quarry stone can after repeated heat cycles. The convenience of the 30,000 BTU stainless steel gas burner means the oven is always at the ready, while the integrated wood-chip drawer imparts the flavor of a wood-fired pizza oven.
Start a tradition at your home of baking artisan pizza in your backyard. Thick or thin crust, pan pizza or stuffed, even calzones or artisan bread… The Outdoor Artisan Pizza Oven helps you cook like a seasoned professional.
Not sure about the price on this oven, but you can check it out at the Kalamazoo site HERE.
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April 22, 2009
Let's face it, bacon is awesome. It's not good for you at all, but it makes just about anything better. Here's the idea behind the genie:
No more dangerous stovetop splatters, or leaving bacon in a pan to absorb grease. Just drape bacon over the “hanger”—no need to turn it as it cooks in the microwave, and all the grease is collected in the dish below. You won’t even have to drain the cooked bacon on a paper towel! A spout makes it easy to pour off and dispose of grease. Includes tongs for safely removing hot bacon. Comes apart for space-saving storage. Durable, dishwasher-safe plastic.
You can snag one over at Amazon HERE.
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April 14, 2009
If this works as well as it's supposed to, this would be an awesome addition for your grill. Here's the details:
Convert an outdoor gas grill into a pizza oven to bake brick-oven style with this pizza grill from VillaWare. The unit features a rectangular-shaped pizza stone set into a stainless-steel frame. The stable, elevated frame provides a backsplash to keep pizzas and toppings from sliding off the stone, as well as a back slot where loose crumbs can be brushed or swept. Offering added convenience, the unit comes equipped with a built-in thermometer for accurately gauging the temperature of the pizza grill. Its unique design allows for baking at higher temperatures than a household oven, resulting in pizzas with superbly light, crispy, and bubbly crusts. The pizza grill can also be used in an indoor oven on cold, wet winter nights, and a user guide with recipes is included. The unit measures approximately 12 by 15 by 5 inches.
The stone costs around $80, and you can grab one over at Amazon here:
VillaWare PizzaGrill BBQ Pizza Maker
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April 6, 2009
This is a pretty good idea. I'll post the details from the site below, but will say that the basic model is on sale at the moment for $225.95 if you supply your own keg. Prices go up from there depending on what options you select. From the site:
Imagine a quality smoker grill with adjustable temperature, remote digital thermometer for smoker and meat, all made from beautiful stainless steel and copper. Throw in a custom designed grill grate and what could be better? What if that grill was made from a beer keg? I guess that would be about the coolest thing!
Huntingdon County Customs LLC presents the KEG SMOKER / GRILL
Made from customer supplied KEG or Huntingdon County Customs purchased KEGs, This grill will be passed down from generation to generation! When we were designing this grill, we were told we were going overboard. We think of it as quality that is hard to find these days. Made from only the finest quality parts and custom made by true artisans. When properly loaded, this smoker can maintain temperature for 11 hours or more! With purchase, you will receive care and maintenance instructions.
It should also be mentioned that this item breaks down for storage and transporting. Item is easily carried and set up in just minutes!
You can check out the site and/or buy one HERE.
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March 27, 2009
They don't have all of the teams just yet, which was a little disappointing, but it does look like you can vote on who should be the next team they add. Here's all about it from the site:
The Team Grill Patio Series is the barbeque industry's first-ever high-end gas grill designed specifically for sports fans. Combining professional-grade cooking capabilities with the colors and logos of popular sports teams, Team Grill creates a one-of-a-kind grilling experience for game day and every day.
Available in three models, every Team Grill Patio Series grill is customized using a patented, triple-fired porcelain-enamel finishing process designed to perfectly match your team's logo and colors and last for the life of the grill. Plus, Team Grill lids and doors are interchangeable, so you can change the look of your grill from team to team, season to season.
Designed for backyard barbeques, the Team Grill Patio Series features a unique stainless steel front shelf and concealed control panel for a clean, elegant look. Extendable stainless steel side shelves make Team Grill the leader in extra preparation space. With the latest in infrared searing burner technology, a choice of stainless or cast main burners, a choice of porcelain-coated or stainless steel grates, and an optional side burner and rotisserie unit, the Team Grill Patio Series offers the ultimate cooking experience – one to be shared with friends and family as you cheer on your favorite team.
You can check them out over at the Team Grill site HERE.
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March 14, 2009
If you're a food and wine lover, then this is the sweepstakes to enter. Plus, it's in Las Vegas, which is always a good thing.
If you are the winner, you and a guest will stay at the Signature Suites at MGM Grand and attend the Vegas Uncork'd culinary events on May 7-10, 2009.
The Grand Prize includes: Roundtrip coach-class air transportation for two to Las Vegas, NV; limousine transfers to and from the airport; three days and two nights accommodations at The Signature At MGM Grand; dinner for two at Nobhill Tavern for one night; two tickets to KA by Cirque Du Soleil; two tickets for the Vegas Uncork'd Grand Tasting Event and Vegas Uncork'd culinary event at MGM Grand; and two VIP passes to Studio 54/Tabu.
You can check out the events that will be held for the Vegas Uncork'd event at their site HERE.Looks like it should be pretty good time.
The contest runs through April 15, 2009, and you can enter it HERE.
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January 14, 2009
I'll admit, I'm somewhat of a martini snob. They're supposed to be made out of Gin or Vodka, and have nothing else in it other than Vermouth. Just because it has "ini" at the end of it's name, and they put it in a martini glass, does not mean it's a martini. It's a freaking mixed drink in a martini glass with a cute name.
Also, the only think that should be in your martini is a couple of olives (or olive juice if you like them dirty). What kind of olives are totally up to you, which is where the Santa Barbara Olive Company comes in.
The company makes top-quality all-natural olives that are hand stuffed with a variety of ingredients. You can get them with garlic, mushrooms, onions, almonds, sun dried tomatoes, bleu, feta or cheddar cheeses, double stuffed, or with habanero, chipotle and jalapeno peppers. They also have a few different combinations such as the garlic and jalapeno. I can't really speak for most of these, but I do enjoy the blue cheese olives. Though you need to eat them when the martini gets there, so they don't tarnish the overall taste of the drink.
You can check out all of their olives at the site starting HERE.
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December 11, 2008
The second I heard of this, the first thing I thought would be Omaha wanting to ship you some decent steaks, but that's about it. Turns out it's quite a bit more:
Imagine enjoying an elegant five-course dinner, featuring Omaha Steaks Private Reserve entrees, expertly prepared as you wish by our Executive Chef and impeccably served by our culinary staff to guests at a special dinner party in your own home.
There has never been an easier or more luxurious way to entertain family or friends in the warm and inviting atmosphere you call "home." All you do is select your custom menu and Omaha Steaks will take care of all the details – from start to finish. Our Executive Chef and his well-appointed staff will arrive at your home to prepare, serve and do all the clean up. Your only job is to dress for dinner.
The Ultimate in Luxurious Home Dining (Serves Eight)
This custom, world-class, five-course dinner for 8 including appetizers and cocktails, soup, salad, entrée and delicious desserts is accompanied by exceptional wines to complement every course from Omaha Steaks family owner Fred Simon's private wine cellar.
Sounds impressive, and for $10,000, it should be. There are a few dates that you can't request, December 24, 25, & 31, 2008 and January 1, 2009, but that's fairly understandable.
You can hit the Omaha Steaks site HERE to order, or at least check out the sample menu.
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November 21, 2008
I've always wanted to try and deep fry a turkey, but I've never got around to doing it. Also, usually every Thanksgiving you hear of a least one person that sets himself or his house on fire, which is never a good thing.
Now, there might be a way around all of that. It sounds good in theory, but I'd still like to hear about someone actually using it first. Here's a little bit about the Oil-less Turkey Fryer from the Frontgate site:
Our Oil-less Turkey Fryer delivers healthier, flavorful turkey in less time, with less fat and cholesterol. Infrared cooking technology penetrates meat evenly and seals in juices, resulting in a moist inside and crispy outside without the hassle or fat of cooking with oil.
– Uses a standard propane tank, not included
– Cool-touch handles make this fryer safe to operate
– Includes a cooking basket, basket lifting handle, and meat thermometer
– Because there are no oils, you can use your favorite rubs and seasoningsSafely cooks up to a 16-lb. turkey or chicken in about 8 to 10 minutes per pound
– Enclosed burner design with 16,000 BTUs
– Pull-out grease tray
The fryer currently sells for $200, and you can buy one over at the Frontgate site HERE.
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