tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-60580874303470098092023-11-16T02:17:34.049-05:00The Spork and NapkinEating our way through life and sharing the experience with you.
A2 Lebowskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02318709615260822080noreply@blogger.comBlogger29125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058087430347009809.post-44228386083498827662014-10-11T12:41:00.002-04:002014-10-11T12:41:48.162-04:00Ahmo's Deli - Ann Arbor, MI<br />
Ahmo's Deli does Mediterranean food that tastes Great and for a Great price.<br />
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If you are not feeling adventurous but want a good filling meal, give Ahmo's a try. They have a few locations around the area and they are consistent with their product no matter which deli you stop into.<br />
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My favorite is The Ahmo's Gyro.</div>
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I used to get the Combo (with drink and fries) but now I go straight with the Gyro since it really is plenty of food. Really, it is! It is filled with Lamb, beef, chicken, onions, lettuce, tomatoes, and a garlic dressing.... and get this... it is only $5.65!</div>
Huge sandwich for a small price, and no tip needed since they call your number for you to pick up at the counter. <br />
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Visit their website: http://www.ahmosdeli.com/<br />
<br />A2 Lebowskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02318709615260822080noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058087430347009809.post-19134783444044360632014-07-13T14:53:00.001-04:002014-07-13T14:59:12.794-04:00Tomukun Noodle Bar - Let's talk Ramen<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 16.1200008392334px;">Ramen is a Japanese noodle soup dish. It consists of Chinese-style wheat noodles served in a meat- or fish-based broth, often flavored with soy sauce or miso, and uses toppings such as sliced pork, dried seaweed, kamaboko, and green onions.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 16.1200008392334px;">If you like the dark meat of chicken give this one a try, they cook the duck perfectly, nothing greasy about it.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 16.1200008392334px;">They serve it with a light poultry broth, soft boiled egg, and a few greens.</span><br />
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View my previous <a href="http://a2lebowsky.blogspot.com/2014/01/tomukun-keeping-it-simple.html">Tomukun Post</a> for more Ramen notes.<br />
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Check them out and see how Ramen can be a comfort food, going way beyond College cheap eats.A2 Lebowskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02318709615260822080noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058087430347009809.post-30572853590532206212014-07-06T11:50:00.001-04:002014-07-06T11:50:45.026-04:00Izzy's Hoagie Shop - Ann ArborIzzy's was a go-to restaurant for as long as I can remember. Dad would be out working on remodeling a house, Mom and I would stop in to pick up some Hoagies and share lunch with Dad. Great Memories.<br />
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When Rob moved to Ann Arbor it was one of the places he learned about his first year here.<br />
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Affordable and delicious!<br />
Located on Stadium Boulevard, just a couple miles from the Big House.<br />
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We always get the Cheese Steak Hoagie with the peppers on the side.<br />
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For us there is no reason to try anything else, this is the BEST !<br />
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I grew up on these and even though I don't have them as often any more, I get that craving and gotta get one.<br />
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I have also gotten one for a former co-worker that was used to the Philly Cheese Steaks, her opinion.... The best outside of Philly that she has had.<br />
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They don't have their own website but you can find out more about them <a href="https://www.google.com/webhp?sourceid=chrome-instant&ion=1&espv=2&ie=UTF-8#q=izzy's+hoagie+shop+ann+arbor">HERE</a><br />
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~KateA2 Lebowskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02318709615260822080noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058087430347009809.post-82074849400606660632014-07-05T18:36:00.001-04:002014-07-05T18:39:36.460-04:00Zingerman's Roadhouse - DrinksZingerman's Roadhouse, yup one of our favorite places to eat.<br />
I am breaking things down to give you a more complete overview of the amazing goodies to consume at the Roadhouse, starting at the beginning.... Drinks!<br />
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Not a shortlist here.... There will be a little metal binder on the table full of all their drinks, from sodas to cocktails and everything in between. One of the small sheets you get with your menu when you sit is a list of beers on draft. Since this selection changes they give it a special place for viewing. Flip that sheet over and you can get some tasty oysters, if your into that, they even offer them smoked (very tasty).<br />
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Let's get you started with something on the easy side and alcohol free... the Traverse City Cherry Soda!<br />
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One of our favorites. We let the know we like them sour and they give us a little more of that cherry kick. <br />
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This is made from Traverse City Cherry concentrate, simple syrup, and sparkling water. Yup, sounds simple, but getting the right mixture is key.<br />
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Moving it up a notch... we give you the Blenhein Ginger Ale. Start with the Mild! Really, I am not joking. If Vernor's is to strong for you don't go here. Wickedly good, but you gotta be able to handle the ginger. I find it a bit sweeter then a Ginger Beer. I have not tried the Stronger one, I am to afraid, but go for it if you are daring.<br />
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Along with the Craft beer selections on the menu sheet their are many to chose from in the metal binder, take a gander and see what sounds good.<br />
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Lots of Michigan products, because we make great beers. Mt Pleasant Brewing Company makes the Coal Stokers Blackberry Ale which is a nice calm beer with the berry accents.<br />
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Not to shun the cocktails, for they are mighty good, here is a lovely Margarita.<br />
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Check out their drinks online <a href="http://www.zingermansroadhouse.com/menus/beverages/">HERE</a><br />
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<br />A2 Lebowskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02318709615260822080noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058087430347009809.post-4429640767542773292014-07-05T16:35:00.000-04:002014-07-05T16:35:16.154-04:00Arirang - Ann ArborSince I like BiBimBop and live on the South side of town I have frequently been asked if i have tried Arirang. I was not familiar with them before, but looked them up and gave them a try.<br />
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Arirang is a small family business located off Ann Arbor - Saline Rd, in the strip (Oak Valley Village Centre) across from Meijer. They opened in 2005.<br />
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<br />A2 Lebowskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02318709615260822080noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058087430347009809.post-1696675548121542492014-06-26T21:11:00.001-04:002014-06-26T21:11:33.670-04:00Traveling Home - Tony Packo'sTo get out of Southeastern Michigan and head down into the rest of the US, you almost have to go into Ohio. Even though I work for the University of Michigan, my problem with the state has nothing to do with the football team at Ohio State... My problem with the state is that the scenery is boring, and it goes on forever. It is like you are stuck in some dimensional time warp surrounding by boring, stinky, flat land. Leaving Michigan and going through Ohio to get to your destination also means, you have to go through it to get back home.<br />
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To make the homeward trek a stop in Toledo at Tony Packo's is a great way to say good-bye to the state.<br />
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While you wait for your food to arrive take in all the hot dog buns on the wall, they are autographed by various celebrities that stopped in for a meal.<br />
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We were by the bun that Soupy Sales signed!<br />
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Delicious dog with amazing pickles (that they make) and a couple of sides, happy taste buds, happy belly.<br />
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Living within an hour of Tony Packo's makes it easy to bring some of their entrees home for later to.<br />
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Check out your local grocery stores for their <a href="http://www.tonypacko.com/pickles-peppers-and-sauces.php">Pickles, Peppers & Sauces</a><br />
If you like Pickles get their original to start, you wont be disappointed.<br />
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<br />A2 Lebowskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02318709615260822080noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058087430347009809.post-2214294978734644812014-05-26T08:05:00.001-04:002014-05-26T08:05:08.740-04:00Pittsburgh PA – Day ThreeStill more to see and more to eat around Pittsburgh.<br />
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Pittsburgh was once the largest producers of Steel for the United states. You can still see the way they integrated what they produced into the structures of the city.<br />
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It is a large and beautiful city, and I was only able to see a small portion. I heard of a lift that takes you to different areas of the city, I did not get around to taking it but those that have said it was an amazing way to see the city.<br />
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I couldn't come to Pittsburgh without going to the famous Primani Brothers.<br />
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I went to the original location in the Strip District that opened in 1933. They served the staff that worked in the warehouses all along the river.<br />
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I wanted to go with something classically Pittsburgh, so the cook served me up a Pitts-burger.<br />
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Fresh Sourdough bread<br />
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Keeping dinner close to the hotel I found a Meatball Joint!<br />
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It was a bit dark inside but the set up was nice.<br />
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<br />A2 Lebowskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02318709615260822080noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058087430347009809.post-63228851521413805032014-05-24T13:27:00.000-04:002014-05-24T13:27:00.514-04:00Pittsburgh PA – Day TwoSaturday... It's the Weekend!<br />
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On a vacation the weekend means that some restaurants offer Brunch items that you would normally not see on their menu.<br />
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I found myself at Meat and Potatoes.<br />
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Finding a seat the the bar is a great way to talk more directly to the staff and find out what they recommend.<br />
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Housemade syrup, not sticky or sweet.<br />
The Waffle was made with cheddar and jalapeno. Giving a nice bit of the cheddar on that first bit, following it with the smokiness of the pepper.<br />
I am not one to put syrup on my protein, and this chicken did not need it. This juicy chicken (there was about a half chicken on the waffle) was lightly breaded with flour and then fried. They added a rub on the chicken that reminded me of the flavor you would have on a BBQ potato chip.<br />
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Walking off the meal and took in some of the public art. Found this fun. The other side of the eyes are benches. <br />
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The Children's festival was going on so they had a section of town blocked for fun and games for the kiddos.<br />
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First stop ... The Fabric Store of course !!!</div>
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After a day of travel it is nice to check into the hotel, relax, and
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A2 Lebowskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02318709615260822080noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058087430347009809.post-88895034216637599362014-04-26T15:10:00.003-04:002014-04-26T15:10:54.865-04:00Afternoon Delight - Ann Arbor MI<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
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Afternoon Delight offers delicious food, friendly service, and reasonable
prices. Whether you crave enormous pan-grilled pancakes, homemade bran muffins,
customized three-egg omelets, endless salad bar, or fresh deli sandwiches made
to order, Afternoon Delight offers healthy food that tastes great for every
occasion. Afternoon Delight is a local favorite for breakfast and lunch, as
well as catering, so stop in today and see what you have been missing.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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A2 Lebowskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02318709615260822080noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058087430347009809.post-89497763558651544392014-02-09T19:03:00.002-05:002014-02-09T19:03:47.227-05:00Tamaki – Ann Arbor, MI<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
Custom Sushi and Rolls</div>
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Located at
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Designed for
the College town, with locations around by the University of Michigan and
Michigan State campuses.</div>
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I stopped
into a store down the street to pick up something I needed and was chatting with
the sales guy. As we talked about lunch
he mentioned Tamaki. I still went to the
place I intended that day, but felt the need to come back and try this spot.</div>
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They have a
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reviews I have seen people either Love it or Hate it. I personally am Not a fan. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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did like it seemed to like the cafeteria style, build your own sushi style of
it. That is not a feature I like, but I
am not 20 anymore either.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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I went with
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Salmon Roll
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The Salmon
roll had no flavor, very disappointing.</div>
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technique in preparing the dumplings was interesting. They had them frozen and popped them in the
deep fryer to cook and make them crispy.
If the filling had more flavor I would have liked them more.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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have no interest in visiting again, not terrible, just fell flat for me.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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information is on their website: </span><a href="http://tamakiroll.com/">http://tamakiroll.com/</a></div>
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A2 Lebowskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02318709615260822080noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058087430347009809.post-31130735127831127772014-02-02T19:01:00.003-05:002014-02-02T19:01:45.590-05:00The debate over UnMilks<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
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Note: From what I understand, Humans
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Cow Milk – Not
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Soy – a common
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Rice – Very thin;
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Almond –
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<o:p>Take a look at the Nutritional information and make the right choice for your needs.</o:p></div>
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A2 Lebowskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02318709615260822080noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058087430347009809.post-16473719798701054202014-02-01T11:22:00.001-05:002014-02-01T11:22:23.369-05:00Bagger Dave’s<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
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Rob and I rarely
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2) They tend
to use more preservatives since they ship product out to the different
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For a while
(no longer) we did go to Bagger Dave’s here in Ann Arbor… The reason: our
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For a franchise
the food was done well. They hand make
the patties for the burgers per order, and you can taste the difference. They offer pre-designed burgers, or you can
build your own. Good Fries and Good
drinks (including local beers) to go with the burgers. I must say, I was never disappointed from any
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If you have
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Locations in
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http://baggerdaves.com/</div>
A2 Lebowskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02318709615260822080noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058087430347009809.post-54710059700862142242014-01-31T20:34:00.001-05:002014-01-31T20:34:25.735-05:00Tomukun – Keeping it Simple<div class="yiv4598810964msonormal" style="background: white; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;">
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<span style="font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Sometimes you want to get out and try someplace new, but not
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dumpling filling, with pork and ginger, but they do an amazing job balancing
the flavors. We have had them each time we go and they are consistent
with the product they serve. The outside is beautifully fried on all
three sides, nice and crispy. Always hot when they come out, be careful
not to burn your tongue. Their house sauce is wonderful for
dipping. This is an Appetizer that won’t let you down. $3
gets you four dumplings. I do recommend sharing with a friend if you are
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ramen. No worries when ordering Ramen at Tomukun, they do it right and
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<span style="font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">A rich Pork broth with a great portion of proper Ramen noodles
(cooked perfectly). The is the base for Roasted pork belly, spinach,
bamboo shoots, scallions (aka: green onion), Naruto fish cake, half a soft
boiled egg, and a sheet of nori (seaweed). If you are not keen any of the
pieces (Naruto, seaweed) but are curious to try, just keep the order as
is. Once you try them, if they are not your thing just pull them out,
easy peasy. If you are not adventurous in something new, just ask them
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Bell’s Diner is located on the
West Side of Ann Arbor. Owned by a
Korean family they offer both traditional Diner food as well as traditional
Korean food. It is a small diner and
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I would go there with my parents
in the summer on the days I went to work with them (they were self-employed),
and when I went to college I would met up with them at Bell’s occasionally for
a bite to eat. I usually got the Fried
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I was talking to an old friend
about BiBimBop at she mentioned that Bell’s had it. Well that was perfect for my craving during
Art Fair week so that I didn’t have to go downtown into the crazy. I was a bit underwhelmed, my friend said you
can chose your meat and how you want your eggs, they did not offer me a choice
and it came with beef and scrambled eggs.
It was ok, but not as good as a couple places I preferred downtown. After about a year I was talking with another
old friend (funny that they were from the same circle of friends when we were
younger), and he mentioned the Bop at Bell’s and that it was really good. I voiced my first impression, but after the
conversation decided I needed to try it again and see if it was just an odd day
for them. I do believe it was, maybe a
shortcut for the crazy art fair, because this time I got to chose both the meat
and how I wanted my egg. Excellent
Bop! </div>
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<a href="http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/19/230601/restaurant/Detroit/Bells-Diner-Ann-Arbor">http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/19/230601/restaurant/Detroit/Bells-Diner-Ann-Arbor</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g29556-d416949-Reviews-Bell_s_Diner-Ann_Arbor_Michigan.html">http://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g29556-d416949-Reviews-Bell_s_Diner-Ann_Arbor_Michigan.html</a></div>
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A2 Lebowskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02318709615260822080noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058087430347009809.post-51981347271087030122014-01-18T18:17:00.000-05:002014-01-18T18:17:18.863-05:00Biercamp – Ann Arbor, Michigan<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
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bratwurst, hot dogs, jerky, bacon, pickled items, nano brews and more hand made
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the food they make and are a delight to talk with. If you have any questions about the food,
including help in how to prepare it at home, they are happy to let you know the
best way to bring out the flavor in the meat.<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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for the sandwiches is gone for the day they are removed from the menu
board. No worries, just grab a package
Brats or Hot Dogs along with some buns and you will be ready to eat shortly
after you get home. Need a side, grab
some of the Awesome Sauerkraut Salad or other tasty treats. The sides are great for parties too! We keep their meatballs in our freezer for a
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website: <a href="http://www.bier-camp.com/">http://www.bier-camp.com/</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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A2 Lebowskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02318709615260822080noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058087430347009809.post-17467299019795436082014-01-11T22:01:00.004-05:002014-01-11T22:01:43.379-05:00Frita Batidos – Ann Arbor, MI<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
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You place
your order at the front when you come in.
Giving them your name they bring the food to you when it is ready,
calling your name as the place fills with people.</div>
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Cajeta
Coffee $5</div>
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A Cuban
style espresso with cajeta and steamed milk.</div>
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A Cuban espresso
refers to an espresso shot which is sweetened with demerara sugar as it is
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Cajeta is a
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The serving size is about 8 ounces, for the price I would have like more,
but I do like the serving size. A thick
creamy, caramel cappuccino. Not like the
once you get at the coffee shop that uses some caramel flavored syrup though,
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Chorizo
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Add-on:
Tropical Slaw and Fried Egg +$2</div>
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<span style="background: white; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">Inspired by traditional
Cuban burgers made from spicy chorizo served with shoestring fries on top on a
soft egg bun</span>.</div>
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I told the gal at the front that
I wanted something on the traditional side.
I knew I wanted the Chorizo Frita, but was told the fried egg is
traditional and the tropical slaw is a great pair for it. I was expecting a bit more spice from the
chorizo, but it may have been muted by the slaw and sweet chili mayo. It is Very messy, licking fingers was needed
so I would not lose any tasty bits. Back
to the water I mentioned above. Make
sure you pour some into a cup before you begin eating, this will come in handy
with a few of those napkins from that stack over there. When your hands have gotten good and messy,
just pour a bit of your water onto a couple napkins and clean up. Then you can pick up the fork and eat the
remains of your sandwich (if there are any).
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Churro $1.5</div>
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You can
taste a hint of the orange zest, a nice freshness to a fried dessert. It is rolled in cinnamon and sugar, and they
make them big! The gal left the tray for
me since the cinnamon/sugar can get a bit messy.</div>
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Chocolate
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Described on
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It did not have the consistency or taste like a hot chocolate to me, but
still good. I got more of a whipped milk
chocolate pudding feel from it. It was
thicker than I expected, and I didn’t taste any additional cinnamon that other than
from dipping the Churro in. When I drank
the remaining chocolate it was more like a pudding. For a serving size of only about 2 ounces, I
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You can find
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<a href="http://www.fritabatidos.com/"><span style="color: windowtext;">http://www.fritabatidos.com/</span></a></div>
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A2 Lebowskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02318709615260822080noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058087430347009809.post-43606160317137430512014-01-05T10:01:00.000-05:002014-01-05T10:01:38.020-05:00Brunch at Jolly Pumpkin - A2 MI<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
The weekend
is a wonderful time to enjoy brunch after running your morning errands, the
tasty reward for doing all your chores.</div>
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Jolly
Pumpkin opens at 10am on the weekends and serves up wonderful brunch options alongside
the Lunch menu. It is nice to get into
town before noon, there is street parking everywhere and the lot on the corner
of Main and Williams always has spots open.</div>
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Here are
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Bacon and
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Really? YES !!
This was the first of the brunch items we tried. Their hand-tossed sourdough crust topped with
caramelized onions, Applewood smoked bacon, Gruyere Crème, and two fried
eggs. You may need help from you knife
just to separate the slices, but this is about using your hands for
breakfast. Seriously the best breakfast
foods all in a pizza. </div>
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Challah
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Challah
Bread is wonderfully absorbent (wonderful for bread pudding too) so it soaks up
the egg before being grilled and adds wonderful flavor. The slices are nice and think, like Texas
toast. Michigan Maple Syrup of course, if
you have never had proper maple syrup I highly suggest you through Aunt Jemima
or that Log Cabin out and get some of the good stuff. Fresh berries are served on the side along
with Applewood smoked bacon or Sausage.</div>
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Farmers
Omlete:</div>
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Seasonal
Market Veggies stuffed inside fluffy eggs.
This one was filled with caramelized onions, shaved Brussels sprouts,
and Mozzarella. Served with roasted
fingerling potatoes, and salad greens with a light vinaigrette. If you feel the need for meat you can add a
side of Applewood smoked bacon or sausage.
This meal is incredibly filling with or without the meat.</div>
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For more
information about Jolly Pumpkin and all of their locations, visit their
website: </div>
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A2 Lebowskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02318709615260822080noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058087430347009809.post-9051832107911643012014-01-03T11:24:00.000-05:002014-01-03T11:24:01.719-05:00The Wafel Shop – Ann Arbor, MI<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
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Bringing
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Wafels
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They even
offer Gluten Free and Vegan options!</div>
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The Wafel
shop is keepin’ it real, keepin’ it simple, but you can dress it up if you want
to.</div>
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Now let’s go
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Their color scheme
is Orange, Cream, and Silver.</div>
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And look,
they even have a fairy door. Of course
fairies like wafels (I'm guessing with Michigan Maple Syrup). Apparently Waldo does too!</div>
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They offer a
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Liege –
Dense and chewy, with Belgian pearl sugar</div>
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Brussels –
Crispy exterior, light, buttery, fluffy interior</div>
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Gluten-Free
Brussels – All the fun, none of the gluten</div>
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Vegan
Brussels – No animals were harmed in the making of this Wafel.</div>
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You can add
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If you are
not sure where to start, they have great ideas for you from their savory ideas
of the Wafel BLT to sweet desserts like the Mandie. (both tasted by us and we can verify the
awesomeness!) </div>
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A selection
of refreshing beverages to pair up with the tasty wafel.</div>
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Keep warm
with their special Wafel Shop blend of coffee roasted by Zingerman’s</div>
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Keeping
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Let’s cut to
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Some days
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A2 Lebowskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02318709615260822080noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058087430347009809.post-60008019716500842582013-12-31T19:42:00.000-05:002013-12-31T19:46:15.139-05:00The Lunch Room - Ann Arbor, MI<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
The Lunch Room started as a Food
Cart located in the Mark’s Carts Courtyard.
With much success and a growing fan-base they were able to sign a lease
in the Kerrytown Shops and offer more seating, hours, and food. This is when I found them. I was following their story through Facebook,
I don’t get to the area Mark’s Carts is set up during serving hours since my
offices are not within walking distance to get there and back again with a
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Now located in the Kerrytown
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so) little Macaroon, and I have to admit that I like them more than Zingerman’s
Macaroons. Great moisture and they have
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I had to go back and get a macaroon for Rob, they are one of his favorite cookies, but they didn't have them the day I went back. I couldn't walk out empty handed to I got a doughnut, raspberry lemonade, Yum! I tried again, still no macaroons that time either, so I had to try a cookie, mexican chocolate chip, the spice builds on that one, Yum! Finally got a macaroon for Rob and he was delighted, and picked up a pumpkin whoopie pie for myself :)<br />
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I worked up the courage for
lunch and tried the Banh mi chay: The Lunch Room’s take on this classic
Vietnamese baguette sandwich with marinated baked tofu, carrot-radish pickle,
jalapenos, and fresh cilantro and mint with garlic mayo. Served on our
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With the balanced flavors and
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Vegan! That’s right folks, they are a
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Monday -
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Saturday -
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Learn more
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A2 Lebowskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02318709615260822080noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058087430347009809.post-86252727351431872432013-12-29T14:32:00.002-05:002013-12-29T14:32:40.419-05:00Zingerman’s Roadhouse – Ann Arbor, MI<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Located in a
renovated old Bill Knapp’s restaurant, it opened its doors in 2003. We heard various reviews; some people were hoping
to have a deli outside of downtown and were not sure what to make of a restaurant
featuring American Foods done really good.
Although they do offer a few sandwiches on the menu, more on the lunch
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regularly to keep things new and exciting, I will be offering posts featuring
each section of the menu. </div>
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A trailer
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A big Neon
sign hangs above the entrance to the Roadhouse.
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around. Collections of Salt and Pepper
Shakers are in cabinets hung throughout.
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Such a great crew! I must admit we are a
bit bias now that we have gotten familiar with about half of them and one of
our friends has been working there for almost two years now. These people know the food that they
serve. They try all the specials so they
know what they are serving to you. If
you have a question, do not hesitate to ask, they are happy to help. If you have any food allergies or concerns
let your server know, they will work with you to find something you will like
or see if the chef can adjust something for you. The chefs are consistent about what comes out
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First off,
it depends on what you get. If you are
going for a full three course with a steak and cocktails, your bill will
quickly rack up, but if you actually take the time to enjoy the flavors you
will appreciate every penny of it. On
the other hand, if you consider how much food you can comfortably eat and maybe
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The quality
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Take home food and reheat it in the oven if you have the means to,
otherwise share the plates. Let you wait
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menus, click on ‘the food’ for some great info about the food and their recipe
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A2 Lebowskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02318709615260822080noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058087430347009809.post-90177374577134469902013-12-26T18:11:00.004-05:002013-12-26T18:11:55.024-05:00Jolly Pumpkin Cafe & Brewery - Ann Arbor, MI<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
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The time has come to talk to you about our favorite Brew Pub, Jolly
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We discovered their wonderful
mirco- brews years ago, and found them available at some of the local
stores. The brewery is located just west
of Ann Arbor in the Village of Dexter. They
craft wonderful tart ales, and have won awards throughout the years for some of
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Located on Main Street in
Downtown Ann Arbor is the Jolly Pumpkin Café & Brewery. There is seating in the main room along with
the bar, the Upstairs along with a bar, and in the summer there is rooftop
seating. They offer a Lunch and Dinner
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Appetizers are wonderful if
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sourced Farmer’s Frittos is always a good choice, but with extra friends going
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deliciousness for about 12-15 minutes.
This will help you save room for some dessert. You can go light with a scoop of their
amazing Vegan Ice Cream (they use coconut milk), or enjoy something warm like a
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I have decided that I need to
get downtown and pick a new place to eat on the weekends if I weather
permits. Being that we are now
officially in winter and we live in Michigan, it may not always be the best conditions
to drive into town. I will do my best to
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I have found most Asian
restaurants in our area much Americanized: lots of breading, frying, and
sauces. Having spent time in Hong Kong
and Taiwan when I was younger, along with having friends throughout the years
from the countries in that part of the world, I wanted more authentic
foods. The dishes they make at home are
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I simply stumbled into going to
Tomukun online. I was searching the restaurants
in town, scrolling down the names, clicking to look at the menus. I clicked on the link for Tomukun and was
first drawn in by the beautiful photos of their food, You had me at Hello! Clicking my way through the menu I loved the
diversity of the dishes. Primarily a
noodle bar, but the flavors and combinations offered are from various
regions. This was the place to try, and
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Drink, well
they have a full bar offer various beers and mixed drinks. I went for the Kirin Ichiban, a pale lager,
wonderfully crisp, light, and refreshing.
A good choice for light foods, it will not interfere with the aromas of
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The first
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Wow! Wait a minute, don’t these
have octopus in them? Second one, I bit
in half to look inside. Yup, there was a
small piece of octopus (perfectly cooked to tender), surrounded by dough and fried. Went for the full bits on the last two, glad
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I am a fan
of duck and was impressed with the meat served in the broth. No skin or fat was on the duck meat, it
actually had crispy bits. Yes, that is
right crispy bits while in broth, I was giddy!
With the bowl of noodles you also have a jumbo spoon, this helps you
scoops out tasty bits, but don’t forget about the broth, once all the pieces I
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Since I had such amazing food I had to bring some home for Rob. He stayed home to fix something with his
computer, but I had to share the goodness.
He was going to get the Butter Corn Raman, so I ordered that carry out
along with Dumplings and Pork Buns. One
of the best things about the carry out is that they package the broth separate from
the noodles and other ingredients, no soggy or mushy bits! Reheated the goodies for dinner, Awesome,
Awesome, and Awesome! </div>
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