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are rarely a good idea.  That is what I’ve learned thus far. 
Update:  That was a two margarita post, which was followed by tequila, wine, a conch fritter memory lapse followed by more conch fritters.  And coconut shrimp.  And a lemondrop shot.  At this point, all I really remember about said conch fritters was a gummy starchiness, like [...]

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I thought today would be the most appropriate time to discuss perhaps my favorite food topic: candy.  According to quintessientially Gen-X  writer Steve Almond, author of Candy Freak, I am a member of this illustrious group.   Call me what you will: Sugarmonger, Chocophile, Dentist’s Best Friend, Nougatwhore (where did that come from?), that’s me.  Like [...]

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Chains of Cool

Is it possible, I ask, to be a serious foodie and still appreciate the chain restaurant? 
By the Power of Greyskull, YES!
For your pleasure, my personal list of
Top Five Chain Restaurants Deserving of a Self-Proclaimed Gourmet’s Noteriety:
1.  Jersey Mike’s.  I like Two Guys Hoagies as much as the next guy, especially for its unparalled chicken salad sub, but let’s face it.  [...]

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