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Your cheeseburger just got a makeover complete with gruyere and pickled onions. |
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All burgers need not be beef: we love this black bean burger recipe |
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While Seattle has its fair share of sunshine, it also has (more than) its fair share of what seems to be endless cloudy days. When it seems like the clouds and rain won’t ever go away or when the sunshine is so bright it leaves you longing for a tropical vacation, cozy up to one (or all) of these Hawaiian restaurants and let your mind and your taste buds relax in the comforts of island-inspired cuisine.
Where do you find your favorite Hawaiian grindz? Let us know in the Comments below.
— Jenifer Castillo
Sloppy Joes, the much more fun (and much more messy) cousin to the hamburger comes together in four easy steps thanks to this recipe from food blogger, Pam of For the Love of Cooking. Given its namesake this dish is meant to be eaten sloppily so be sure to have napkins and wipes on-hand—you’ll need them!
Ingredients:
1 small sweet yellow onion, diced
1 1/2 lbs of lean ground beef (recommended: 96/4)
1/4 orange bell pepper, diced
1 celery stalk, diced
3 cloves of garlic, minced
1 tsp dried mustard
1/2 tsp paprika
1 c of ketchup
1 tsp brown sugar
2 tbsp water
Salt and pepper to taste
Method:
1. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook for 3-4 minutes, making sure to break it up into crumbles.
2. Add the onion, celery, garlic and bell pepper and cook for 2-3 minutes or until soft.
3. Drain any grease then add ketchup, brown sugar and water.
4. Stir and simmer for 15-20 minutes. Enjoy.
Do your kids love sloppy joes? “Like” this story if you plan to make this dish!
This is a guest post from our friend Pam at For the Love of Cooking. Be sure to visit her blog for more wonderful food news and family-friendly recipes!
photo courtesy of whitneyinchicago
In celebration of National Hamburger Day on May 28th, we grilled our gang for who has the best burgers in town. A constant kid classic, burgers never get old. New spots are popping up by the month. So, we decided to scout the city for the best burger joints, and here’s who topped the list:
Holeman & Finch Public House
Home of the burger everyone’s always raving about, Holeman & Finch is your destination for a funky brunch with the family. The double patty perfected situated between the best two pieces of fresh baked bread that will ever touch your tastebuds is enough to share with your kiddo and still leave full. But, get there early. The Burger is quite coveted and they’ve been known to run out.
Ann’s Snack Bar
Two words: ghetto burger. Big, juicy, Ann’s gets it right. And, oh, the smell when you walk in. This Kirkwood gem is everything a burger dive should be. Not only do the burgers have character, but your little ones will be thoroughly entertained by the culture and people watching the location has to offer. Be sure to say hi to Ms. Ann!
Farm Burger
Grass-fed beef? Check. Organic toppings? Check. Pimento cheese fries, fried okra, sweet potato hush puppies – at Farm Burger, you just can’t go wrong. In fact, much of it is even paleo. Their affordable and health-conscious menu is a winner for families with dietary restrictions. For just $5 little farmers can craft their own pint size burgers, complimented by their drink of choice and fries.
Grindhouse Killer Burgers
If you’re a fan of Five Guys, you’ll worship these guys. It’s rumored that the guy in the kitchen with long dreads is some sort of genius burger engineer. In an ode to the good ‘ole days, the beef is 100% certified angus and the décor feels like Stevie Nicks singing Happy Days. The fried pickles and cheese balls are not to be missed, either. (Tell your little bits they can thank us later!)
Ssam Burger
Asian fusion is everything. Really, it is. Combing the flavors of Asia with American soul, Ssam is perfect when you’re craving something timeless with an original twist. A Korean BBQ patty? Who knew. From the Seoul to Saigon burger, we were hardpressed to find anyone that didn’t wish they discovered this place sooner. Use this place to introduce your pickiest eater to something other than macaroni and cheese, and she’ll leave asking for more Aloha burger and Lotus fries.
Illegal Food
Sharing a location with barcade (bar + arcade) Joystick, Illegal Food is the burger joint for hipster parents and their little ones. Burgers aren’t just the specialty items here. With the exception of a few yummy fry plates, they account for the entire menu. From handcrafted beef patties to fresh cut potatoes, everything is fresh and made to order. No worries, though. The laid back vibe of vintage Pac-Man and dark cherry leather sofas is definitely hipster kid-friendly. And, if you’ve ever wondered what a glazed Krispy Kreme donut bun tastes like, don’t sleep on the O.D.B.
Did we miss a spot? Tell us who you think serves the best burger in Atlanta in the comments section below!
—Nicole Williams
Photos courtesy of Win Jin G., Young J., Christopher O., Daniel B., Andrew H. and Steven L. via Yelp
With the hectic holiday season upon us, parties, dinners and ho-ho-ho happenings are officially in full swing. That means trying to find time in your busy schedule to look not just presentable, but downright festive (instead of like a zombie with Hamburger Helper in your hair). Enter StyleBee, a brilliant new app now serving Los Angeles that delivers on-demand beauty services directly to you at home. Christmas came early this year!
photo credit: Ralph Daily via Creative Commons
It doesn’t matter if you don’t have time to make it to the salon. Who does? StyleBee has a very user friendly interface (because you also don’t have time to figure out how to use one more thing) that will let you book the service you need: anytime, anyplace. They work with many of the city’s top beauty stylists who will come directly to you when you have time and wherever you can meet them—whether it’s your house, office or hotel. Simply download the StyleBee app, then choose from a wide variety of beauty services, including blowouts, updos, men’s haircuts, make-up application, massages and even face painting (available for kiddos as well). Services are offered daily from 7:30 a.m. – 10:30 p.m. with as little as two hours advance notice.
Another thing we like it the flexible 4-hour cancellation policy on all appointments; a must when you have little kids and things can pop up last minute. Like a winter cold or just a case of the crankies that causes you to cancel your going-out plans.
photo credit: StyleBee
So who exactly will be coming to your house? Fear not, Stylebee screens and selects every professional on the service, so you don’t have to. All pros are licensed and most have extensive experience working at the hottest salons in LA, as well as doing editorial, fashion and film work. They are carefully selected for you based on the profile you set up, the stylist’s proximity to your location and availability. Because they will be in your home, pros are thoroughly vetted with background checks, interviews and references.
Cost: The StyleBee app is free to download and beauty services start at $50. A 20% gratuity is automatically charged to your credit card upon booking your appointment. No fumbling for cash or awkward tipping necessary.
Discount: StyleBee is offering our readers a $25 discount on blowout services when you enter the promo code TRICYCLE. Happy holidays, hot mama!
Online: To download app, visit Stylebee.com
Got a great at-home salon service to recommend? We’d love to hear about it! Let us know in the comment section below.
–Jennifer O’Brien
You’ve ordered them in restaurants across the country, now bring this classic sandwich to the comfort of your own home with this no-fail recipe the kiddos will love, too. The pork tenderloin is simmered and then tossed with rich flavorful sauce. Adjust the spices according to your kids’ taste buds and serve up the pork on hamburger rolls.
Total Time: 1 hr 10 min
Yield:6 servings
Level:Easy
Ingredients:
3 teaspoons vegetable oil, divided
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1/3 cup ketchup
1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons molasses
1 pork tenderloin, about 1 pound, cut into 4 pieces
1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
3 cups (6 ounces) broccoli slaw
6 whole wheat hamburger rolls, split
Method:
1. In a large Dutch oven heat 2 teaspoons of oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and season with salt and pepper. Cook until softened and lightly browned, 5 minutes. Add the chili powder, cumin, cinnamon, and cayenne and cook until toasted, 1 minute more. Stir in the broth, ketchup, 1/3 cup vinegar, and molasses. Bring to a simmer and add the pork. Simmer, covered, until the pork is just cooked through and tender, about 20 minutes
2. Meanwhile, in a medium bowl whisk the remaining 1 teaspoon of oil with the remaining 1 tablespoon of vinegar and the mustard. Add the broccoli slaw and toss well. Season with salt and pepper to taste and set aside.
3. Remove the pork to a cutting board and let stand for 5 minutes. Increase the heat on the remaining sauce in the pot to medium-high and cook until thickened, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat.
4. Shred the pork with two forks into large chunks and add back into the thickened sauce. Toss well to coat. Let stand 10 minutes, tossing occasionally, to let the pork absorb the sauce. Serve on a bun with the slaw on the sandwich or on the side.
What do you think of these pulled pork sandwiches?
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The NFL rules the roost when it comes to pro sports, and while the Washington Redskins aren’t exactly lighting up the scoreboard this season, catching a football game can be a thrilling way for you and and the kids to spend a Sunday afternoon. Making the most of a trip to FedEx Field can be difficult, however, and there are aspects of it that are far from kid-friendly, so we’ll give you the scoop on maximizing your time, money and fun as Washington attempts to recapture the magic that led the team to the playoffs last season.Getting There
FedEx Field is located in Landover, Md., which somehow manages to pull off the feat of being inconvenient for just about everyone in the DMV. If you’re driving, good luck and head out early—traffic will be a nightmare around the stadium for several hours prior to kickoff. You can buy one-game parking permits for $50. Metro is an easier way to go—take the Blue Line to the Morgan Boulevard stop, but be prepared for a crowded, one-mile walk to the stadium. If you’ve got little ones, prepare to do some piggyback rides to help with the trek. Unfortunately, strollers are only allowed if you are seated in a suite.
Tickets and Seating
As with most NFL teams, tickets are at a premium, which means you may have to get creative. There are scattered tickets available on Ticketmaster, but to use an example, two tickets to the Nov. 3 game vs. San Diego would run you $840. So turn to the NFL Ticket Exchange or StubHub to find cheaper options. Kids two and under are admitted free with lap passes that must be picked up at the stadium. One huge problem is that FedEx Field does not have a family section, which means your children may be exposed to some salty language (it’s football!). Become friends with the usher in your section to make sure they keep an eye out for riff-raffor text SKINS to 69050 to report bad behavior.
Potty time? You can avoid the long lines at bathrooms by heading to the family restrooms, which are located at the elevator towers at the NRG Gate (Gate A) and the Bank of America Gate (Gate E) on all levels. All levels are accessed by ramps, but if you’ve got a high seat, prepare to tote your family up some steep stairs.
Food
FedEx Field has a ton of eating options scattered throughout the concourses, ranging from the standard hot dog, hamburger and pizza stands to specialty foods like crab cakes. If you’re fortunate enough to score Club Level seats, the concourse features upgraded food options, in more plush settings. Vendors outside the stadium will sell cheap water, but you won’t be allowed to take it in the stadium.
Tailgating
Much of the fun of going to an NFL is the pre-game party. Tailgating is a great way for your family to hang out, meet fellow fans and get a full meal before the game actually begins. Parking lots open four hours prior to game time, and the grills get fired up shortly thereafter. Bring a football and some food, and you’ll likely be able to join any group. You could even make the trip just to tailgate, but remember, the $50 parking fee would apply if you are driving to the stadium regardless of whether you attend the game.
Extras
The Bud Light Party Pavilion is located on the exterior plaza (Gates F and G) at FedEx and open three hours prior to kickoff. There, you’ll find musical entertainment and concessions, but you must have a ticket to enter and there is no re-entry allowed. Stop by the Hall of Fame Store (Gate H or Section 141) to grab team gear for your little ones. And don’t forget, the NFL recently instituted a controversial bag policy that essentially eliminates purses or backpacks from the stadium. Bags must be clear plastic and can’t contain food or beverages. For more information, check the NFL’s All Clear page.
FedEx Field
1600 FedEx Way (Landover, Md)
ONLINE: redskins.com
Have you been to FedEx Field with kids? Tell us about your experience in the Comments section below.
—Elliott Smith
Photos courtesy of Washington Redskins via Facebook
Oh, thank you, Earl of Sandwich, the first man to put meat between slices of bread. And thank you, too, people of Hamburg, Germany, who, legend has it, made a steak of ground meat and called it a hamburger. That was 300 years ago, give or take. Since then, the splendid taste of a salty-meaty patty, with pickles, lettuce and onions on a sesame seed bun, has become an icon of Americana, more American than apple pie.
The hamburger is a taste we never tire of, and one that local chefs can’t help tinkering with. So for our celebration of all the best burgers in Seattle, we set up some “ground rules”: Patties must be made of ground meat (chicken breasts don’t count, Californians) and they must be served on a bun (salad doesn’t count, carbophobes).
Let the burger worship begin:
Find the complete list of Seattle’s 25 best burgers over at Seattle Magazine.
This is our weekly guest post from our friends at Seattle Magazine, which keeps readers on the pulse of restaurants, personalities, arts, entertainment and culture that reflect the tapestry of our dynamic landscape. We’ve teamed up for an exciting partnership to bring you a weekly dose of fantastic Date Night ideas throughout greater Seattle.
Oh, thank you, Earl of Sandwich, the first man to put meat between slices of bread. And thank you, too, people of Hamburg, Germany, who, legend has it, made a steak of ground meat and called it a hamburger. That was 300 years ago, give or take. Since then, the splendid taste of a salty-meaty patty, with pickles, lettuce and onions on a sesame seed bun, has become an icon of Americana, more American than apple pie.
The hamburger is a taste we never tire of, and one that local chefs can’t help tinkering with. So for our celebration of all the best burgers in Seattle, we set up some “ground rules”: Patties must be made of ground meat (chicken breasts don’t count, Californians) and they must be served on a bun (salad doesn’t count, carbophobes).
Let the burger worship begin:
Find the complete list of Seattle’s 25 best burgers over at Seattle Magazine.
This is our weekly guest post from our friends at Seattle Magazine, which keeps readers on the pulse of restaurants, personalities, arts, entertainment and culture that reflect the tapestry of our dynamic landscape. We’ve teamed up for an exciting partnership to bring you a weekly dose of fantastic Date Night ideas throughout greater Seattle.
With the winter cold officially setting in, sometimes all you crave is a hearty hamburger with all the right fixins. Forget the fast food joints because the area’s locally-owned eateries offer some of the tastiest burgers in the nation. From the All-American burger to hot and spicy burgers to the bacon cheeseburger, you and the family are sure to fulfill that hamburger craving we all know so well. So read on burger enthusiasts to discover all the amazing hamburgers Seattle has to offer.
ALL-AMERICAN BURGER
Butcher’s Grind House Burger at Local 360
Belltown
$11
The rustic, casual Belltown spot’s outstanding burger is made of a secret blend of local beef cooked perfectly medium, as requested, and has a nice steak-like flavor, a loosely bound texture and a salty crust. Comes with a gorgeous slice of tomato, a pile of greens, slivers of red onion, house-made bread-and-butter pickles and aioli. Upgrade with cheddar and bacon for $3 if you want to, but we don’t think it needs it.
Favorite sides: Great steak fries with the skins on ($3.50/free with burger!)
BACON CHEESEBURGER
Swinery Burger with Bacon at The Swinery
West Seattle
$9
Grilled over charcoal outside in the bare-bones Swinery courtyard, the Swinery burger is a true thing of beauty: one-third pound of house-ground Painted Hills beef with soft onions, house-cured Swinery bacon cooked until softly crisp, your choice of cheese, lettuce, tomatoes and house-made pickles on a soft, sweet brioche bun from Macrina Bakery.
Favorite sides: One of those people who just can’t gain weight? Danger fries ($6) to the rescue! House-cut fries cooked in rendered pork fat and then doused with bacon and blue cheese béchamel sauce. Holy heart attack, Batman.
To discover all the best spots for burgers in Seattle read the full article here.
This is our weekly guest post from our friends at Seattle Magazine, which keeps readers on the pulse of restaurants, personalities, arts, entertainment and culture that reflect the tapestry of our dynamic landscape. We’ve teamed up for an exciting partnership to bring you a weekly dose of fantastic Date Night ideas throughout greater Seattle.
