Death of a Cheap Keurig

Death of a Cheap Keurig

My “Keurig K-Compact Single-Serve K-Cup Pod Coffee Maker (Imperial Red)” died a few days ago. The electronics just stopped working. When I plug it in, every light lights up (which is weird), and the buttons are non-responsive. So I ordered a new one. But...
Welcome, Jersey Mike’s!

Welcome, Jersey Mike’s!

My fellow West Benders, I know what you are thinking. We absolutely do not need another sub sandwich shop in town. I mean, there’s already what like six of them here? We’re like the sub sandwich capital of the world. Furthermore, we most certainly do not need another...
Mayonnaise: No

Mayonnaise: No

I was just reading this fascinating article about people with an aversion to white condiments. I get where they’re coming from although I don’t have quite so bad a case as they describe. My aversion is reserved solely for that cold French mother sauce, mayonnaise.  I...
I’m Doing The Meal Kit Thing

I’m Doing The Meal Kit Thing

Well, I did it. I got a Hello Fresh subscription. I don’t know how long I’ll have it. I don’t know whether I’ll have the motivation to cook the meals in a timely way so nothing goes to waste. If I don’t, I’ll cancel.  But here’s what I do know: they’re delicious....
Stop. Just stop.

Stop. Just stop.

You’ve seen it. We’ve all seen it. Today I’m calling it out. It bugs me each and every time I see it–and, friends, I’ve seen it a lot. I’m talking of course about the way TV cooks shake little glass prep bowls above hot pans to get the last few drops of cooking oil...
Oreo Thins: Do We Need This?

Oreo Thins: Do We Need This?

Have you tried Oreo Thins? They’re just like the name says: Oreo cookies only at least 50% thinner. Now, you might be thinking what the fuck is this some kind of diet Oreo? Let me explain. Oreo Thins are just better than the original Oreo cookies.  Why, you might ask?...