tony b

Keep the in-progress pics coming. We like seeing the restoration in action.

Unfortunately, we don't have Whataburgers around here. We just got our 1st 5 Guys - I don't even know if it's open yet. They just finished the building. Miss those fried apple pies, too. They were good!

Knew it!

I was going to ask if adult beverages were involved, as is typical in such stories?? I'm in Doc's camp for my grates - nothing but grill floss. I will soak the rotisserie basket in PBW, but that's about it.

For chains - 5 Guys, followed by In & Out. But, Ken, I do have a soft spot for Arby's curly fries. Mickey D's dropped off in my book when they stopped using beef tallow to placate the silly vegans! We have a local spot that makes THE BEST FRIES that I've ever had. Perfect frites - better than what I had in Belgium! I can't even get close at home, using duck fat!!

I've always been a fan of "Will Work for Beer!" Best and most stable currency in the world.

Roger that!

Nice cooks, Shuley! Keep'em coming!

Heart attack on the way!

I also add green peppercorns to the sauce for added kick.

What - no blowtorch?? I thought you had all the kitchen toys, MacKenzie?

Seven days seemed like a long time, but who am I to argue with Ruhlman? Plus, I'm thinking of using the cold smoker only for like 4 hours.

Was truly a character!

Classy lady!

Belly is in the ziptop bag for its weeklong rest. Might cheat and smoke it next weekend, weather dependent.

Thanks, Ken! Don't make me wish a tornado on you!

Sounds like another kamado cooker that several of us here owned before we knew better!

Nice pan of paella, indeed!

Nice looking links, MacKenzie - and those spuds - OMG!

A true legend. Rock n Roll as we know it wouldn't exist if it weren't for him!

Grew up on Krispy Kreme. Always look for the neon "HOT" sign - when it's lit, they just came out of the fryer. With a cold glass of milk - HEAVEN! When they built one here in Cedar Rapids, I waited in the drive-up lane 30 minutes the day they opened. Unfortunately, the chain over-expanded and ours (along with all the others in Iowa) closed many years ago!

Nice pies, for sure!