Ode to the HAMBURGER…
There is no food in the culinary world more Americana than the hamburger. So, in the spirit of the 9th grade English essay, I offer this…Ode to the HAMBURGER.
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Traveling with PugsleyTonks
Traveling with PugsleyTonks is about the pursuit of that little slice of Americana. It's not big name or high-cost tourism. PugsleyTonks likes to find that little known tourist trap…that diamond in the rough attraction…the hole in the wall restaurant…or the special dive bar serving PBR. So, please come and join me in my search for Americana. All are welcome and its really just good, clean travel fun. PT
“FINE” DINING
Grilling out in Chicago
Carol embarrassed me by ordering FISH. Thankfully, we do not know anyone in Chicago. So, our shame was minimized.
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The Billy Goat is Dining Excellence
The Curse of the Billy Goat is one of the most defining moments in the history of the Chicago Cubs franchise.
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Take on the Thurmanator
As it is 4:20pm on 4/20, what better day to discuss the results of my recent food challenge…
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Hanging at the Rattlesnake
As the story goes, the Rattlesnake was originally the hog pen for the farmer that owned the land before the lodge.
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PugsleyTonks is all about Romance!
Its was a beautiful and touching ceremony.
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HILLBILLY HOT DOGS
Its a classy kind of junk yard…spruced up a bit to include a notable hot dog stand.
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Ringside Cafe…defining Hole-in-the-Wall
With a nod to Supreme Court Justice Potter Stewart, FINE DINING is like obscenity…I know it when I see it.
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Most exclusive restaurant in USA?….PHANTOM RANCH, of course
The 13 month advance reservation and 10 mile forced march was well worth it to eat at the most exclusive restaurant in the USA…the Phantom Ranch
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BOMBSHELLS, BURGERS, & BBQ
So if you have any political views anywhere close to left of center…shut your mouth, smile and enjoy some wonderful BBQ.
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