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'Wich of the Week: Philippe's French Dip
While I was down in Los Angeles for the PopSugar Tech Party, I couldn't pass up a trip to Phillipe the Original, the downtown LA institution that invented the French Dip. Celebrating its 100th anniversary this year, Phillipe's (as it's known to locals) offers everything you'd want from a historic restaurant, including old-timey signage, 10-cent coffee, and a sandwich whose construction has been honed over decades to perfection.
Typically, a French Dip sandwich involves hot roast beef served on a French roll with a side of au jus, a gravy whose name amusingly translates to "with juice."
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Hardee's Hopes to Entice Eaters With Racy French Maids
The marketing masterminds behind Carl's Jr. know that sex sells: this year alone, the fast food franchise has featured lascivious spots starring seductresses such as Padma Lakshmi and Audrina Partridge suggestively scarfing down burgers. And CKE Restaurants, the parent company of Carl's Jr. and Hardee's, won't stop there. To kick off its new French Dip Thickburger, Hardee's has brought on four feisty "French Maids" who will embark on a national tour, visiting stores and posing for photos.
Onion Dip Two Ways — Beginner and Expert
Need something to bring to a March Madness party this weekend? Skip the conventional six-pack in favor of onion dip, a classic crowd-pleaser. Whether you opt for a simple rendition or a more sophisticated version with slow-caramelized onions, exotic spice, and handmade chips, winning and losing spectators alike will get behind the dip's cool, tangy, melt-in-your-mouth creaminess.
'Wich of the Week: Spanish Monte Cristo
I'm not much of a Monte Cristo fan. The classic sandwich straddles breakfast and lunch by placing ham, turkey, and cheese between two slices of French toast. The entire thing is topped with powdered sugar and jam resulting in a dish that to me, is messy and too sweet.
What's Yummy This Week — YumSugar Weekly Recap
- I'll never forget the authentic campfire flavor of these homemade s'mores popsicles.
- Ring in the return of Gossip Girl with an informal premiere party.
- Learn how I prepared for my road trip to the massive Nugget Rib Cook-Off in Sparks, NV.
- Velveeta might be lowbrow — but it's also delicious in a nacho cheese dip.
- Can you tell the Mario Batali fun facts from the fiction?
- What do you recall about this week's French-themed Top Chef?
- Don't forget to play Who's the Better Chef? for a chance to win $1,000!
Nancy Silverton and Mario Batali Talk Italian Food
At the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen over the weekend I was lucky enough to attend a demonstration lead by Nancy Silverton and Mario Batali. The duo are the masterminds behind a popular Los Angeles restaurant, Osteria Mozza. Silverton works most nights at the eatery behind the mozzarella bar.
Fabio: "Unfortunately, You're Going to See My Face a Lot"
It's down to the wire on Top Chef with only three contestants remaining. Fabio was the first of the Euros to pack up his knives and leave the competition. Yesterday, I had the chance to speak with him over the phone.
'Wich of the Week: Monte Cristo
If there were any doubts about my intense love for sandwiches, this post should put them to rest, because I consumed this Monte Cristo at Canter's Deli in Los Angeles a mere three hours after eating an enormous French Dip at Philippe's. Hey, I was only in town for a few days, and there were many iconic sandwiches to be consumed!
Like the French Dip, the Monte Cristo was invented in Southern California.
Bravo (Finally) Announces Top Chef 3 Contestants
On the heels of yesterday's random, miscellaneous Top Chef related news, comes official TC Season 3 news! Bravo TV has finally announced contestants and judges (don't worry, Padma's still the host). They've also let us in on this elusive mystery "special."
Fast & Easy Dinner: Tomatoes Stuffed With Spinach & Ham
Tomatoes make a great edible vessel for a variety of fillings. For tonight's dinner, I propose a rich and indulgent stuffing in the form of creamy spinach, cheese, and ham. When baked in the oven, the tomatoes explode with juiciness, and the inside oozes into a wonderful taste sensation.
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