GM's thread about nothing (5 Viewers)

[kevzilla]

Any SLB sightings? I worry about that big guy.

You mean Samuel the initial stealer? I was wondering about him too. Maybe he went "all in" on a solo trip to Mexico.

You'll always be the original SLB GB. Kinda like "Star Trek: The Next Generation". In many ways it's superior but will never be as recognized as the original.My participation has waned recently because my coworker has been out with 2 broken feet and a broken arm. I'm essentially doing 2 jobs and we can't add any more head count. 10-12 hour days for the past few weeks with the end of the quarter have killed my FFA time, and there's no end in sight.

Note to self: dredge up the Drunk Thread every once in a while in honor of Lt. Barclay up there.

 

[Tiger Fan]

Anyone in here ever been in that LEGENDARY chili thread? Is it truly LEGENDARY?

I'm a big fan of my chili recipe...but I want to give that one a shot just b/c of the man love for it.

 

[Tiger Fan]

Okay, I'm leaving for New Orleans next week. I haven't been since 2002 and my wife has never been. I want to show her a good time. And also some of the sites, sounds and tastes of New Orleans.

Fly in Wednesday night at 11pm. Taxi cab to Marriott New Orleans on Canal Street and check in. I've found one idea for a late night dinner. Angeli on Decatur. If anybody has a better idea for a late night restaurant near our hotel, please let me know.

Thursday:

Breakfast - Completely open. I've been to Cafe Du Monde and I've been to Brennan's. I'm not married to either, so if you've got a recommendation, lay it on me.

Lunch - Mother's. I haven't had their turtle soup in nearly 10 years. We will for sure be going there for lunch.

4:00PM - Cocktail Tour

Dinner - Wide open, though I'd really like to try Tipsy's restaurant. The only downside is we'll need to catch a cab, but that's not a deal breaker. I've had some other recommendations for dinner, but all them require a jacket, and that's just not what we're after here.

After Dinner - I'm looking for a jazz club or a blues club. Somewhere in the French Quarter or close to our hotel. Somewhere we can lounge, drink, listen to good music. I'd love to avoid the beer spilling, bead throwing, frat chanting bars that checkered my past. I'm hoping for nice place where we can melt into our seats and relax. Ideas appreciated.

I depart for Baton Rouge in the late morning. If there are multiple breakfast ideas, we'll hit one of them on our way out of town.

Cannot wait!

Here's my official recommendations:Wed. Evening

http://www.clovergrill.com/ - 24 dining, great little dive diner (breakfast or dinner foods) on bourbon street. Since it's a Wed night, your wife can get a good feel for Bourbon without the hassles of a big crowd.

Thursday

breakfast - Brennan's is pretty solid, but if you're looking for something new, try Coffee Pot (right next to Pat O'Briens)

Lunch - looks like you're sold on Mothers, but the best po-boys are at Johnny's IMO

Dinner - definitely hit up Tipsey's place (Dante's Kitchen). FYI, I've never heard of Louisiana Bistro (not saying it's bad...but I can bet it's no Dante's Kitchen). Trolly will take forever to get to Tipseys, but it's actually a pretty cool ride down St. Charles Ave.

After Dinner - second K4's recommendation to go to Frenchman St. It's on the other side of the quarter, but is a very cool/funky street...there will be lots of live music options and cool bars

Friday

Since you're pressed for time, I would do Cafe Du Monde for breakfast...it's quick, and I don't think your wife should leave without trying Beignets. (DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCE GO TO CAFE BEIGNET)

P.S. Depending on what time your Cocktail Tour ends and what I've got going on at work that day, I might be able to give you a ride to Dante's....let me know

Also, here's a link to the New Orelans thread with a bunch of info in the first post http://forums.footballguys.com/forum/index...howtopic=371326

 

[Disco Stu]

"I'd like to, but I have to babysit that night."

I've heard this three times in the past week.

From three different girls.



And no, I haven't been hanging about the local junior high.

:kristadonthateme:

 

[krista4]

Okay, I'm leaving for New Orleans next week. I haven't been since 2002 and my wife has never been. I want to show her a good time. And also some of the sites, sounds and tastes of New Orleans.

Fly in Wednesday night at 11pm. Taxi cab to Marriott New Orleans on Canal Street and check in. I've found one idea for a late night dinner. Angeli on Decatur. If anybody has a better idea for a late night restaurant near our hotel, please let me know.

Thursday:

Breakfast - Completely open. I've been to Cafe Du Monde and I've been to Brennan's. I'm not married to either, so if you've got a recommendation, lay it on me.

Lunch - Mother's. I haven't had their turtle soup in nearly 10 years. We will for sure be going there for lunch.

4:00PM - Cocktail Tour

Dinner - Wide open, though I'd really like to try Tipsy's restaurant. The only downside is we'll need to catch a cab, but that's not a deal breaker. I've had some other recommendations for dinner, but all them require a jacket, and that's just not what we're after here.

After Dinner - I'm looking for a jazz club or a blues club. Somewhere in the French Quarter or close to our hotel. Somewhere we can lounge, drink, listen to good music. I'd love to avoid the beer spilling, bead throwing, frat chanting bars that checkered my past. I'm hoping for nice place where we can melt into our seats and relax. Ideas appreciated.

I depart for Baton Rouge in the late morning. If there are multiple breakfast ideas, we'll hit one of them on our way out of town.

Cannot wait!

Here's my official recommendations:Wed. Evening

http://www.clovergrill.com/ - 24 dining, great little dive diner (breakfast or dinner foods) on bourbon street. Since it's a Wed night, your wife can get a good feel for Bourbon without the hassles of a big crowd.

Thursday

breakfast - Brennan's is pretty solid, but if you're looking for something new, try Coffee Pot (right next to Pat O'Briens)

Lunch - looks like you're sold on Mothers, but the best po-boys are at Johnny's IMO

Dinner - definitely hit up Tipsey's place (Dante's Kitchen). FYI, I've never heard of Louisiana Bistro (not saying it's bad...but I can bet it's no Dante's Kitchen). Trolly will take forever to get to Tipseys, but it's actually a pretty cool ride down St. Charles Ave.

After Dinner - second K4's recommendation to go to Frenchman St. It's on the other side of the quarter, but is a very cool/funky street...there will be lots of live music options and cool bars

Friday

Since you're pressed for time, I would do Cafe Du Monde for breakfast...it's quick, and I don't think your wife should leave without trying Beignets. (DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCE GO TO CAFE BEIGNET)

P.S. Depending on what time your Cocktail Tour ends and what I've got going on at work that day, I might be able to give you a ride to Dante's....let me know

Also, here's a link to the New Orelans thread with a bunch of info in the first post http://forums.footballguys.com/forum/index...howtopic=371326

Clover Grill! Yes, that is what I was trying to think of. Great place; fun people-watching.As for Louisiana Bistro, at the time I went it was the #1 rated restaurant on tripadvisor.com, which is a bit of a bible for me when I travel. I just looked and it is now around 20th, and Tipsy's place has moved way up (yay, Tipsy!). I still think Tipsy's is a better idea, but this is a good backup if that doesn't work for whatever reason.

The only less than stellar meal I remember ever having in New Orleans was at Jacque Imo's. Could anyone explain to me why that place is so beloved?

IIRC, the cocktail tour took us about three hours.

 

[urbanhack]

GM> did you get the blog up and running or will we just need to check your FB page for updates?

 

[urbanhack]

McJose

 

[St. Louis Bob]

McJose

I'm sure he will be petting his cat tonight.

 

[Tiger Fan]

Okay, I'm leaving for New Orleans next week. I haven't been since 2002 and my wife has never been. I want to show her a good time. And also some of the sites, sounds and tastes of New Orleans.

Fly in Wednesday night at 11pm. Taxi cab to Marriott New Orleans on Canal Street and check in. I've found one idea for a late night dinner. Angeli on Decatur. If anybody has a better idea for a late night restaurant near our hotel, please let me know.

Thursday:

Breakfast - Completely open. I've been to Cafe Du Monde and I've been to Brennan's. I'm not married to either, so if you've got a recommendation, lay it on me.

Lunch - Mother's. I haven't had their turtle soup in nearly 10 years. We will for sure be going there for lunch.

4:00PM - Cocktail Tour

Dinner - Wide open, though I'd really like to try Tipsy's restaurant. The only downside is we'll need to catch a cab, but that's not a deal breaker. I've had some other recommendations for dinner, but all them require a jacket, and that's just not what we're after here.

After Dinner - I'm looking for a jazz club or a blues club. Somewhere in the French Quarter or close to our hotel. Somewhere we can lounge, drink, listen to good music. I'd love to avoid the beer spilling, bead throwing, frat chanting bars that checkered my past. I'm hoping for nice place where we can melt into our seats and relax. Ideas appreciated.

I depart for Baton Rouge in the late morning. If there are multiple breakfast ideas, we'll hit one of them on our way out of town.

Cannot wait!

Here's my official recommendations:Wed. Evening

http://www.clovergrill.com/ - 24 dining, great little dive diner (breakfast or dinner foods) on bourbon street. Since it's a Wed night, your wife can get a good feel for Bourbon without the hassles of a big crowd.

Thursday

breakfast - Brennan's is pretty solid, but if you're looking for something new, try Coffee Pot (right next to Pat O'Briens)

Lunch - looks like you're sold on Mothers, but the best po-boys are at Johnny's IMO

Dinner - definitely hit up Tipsey's place (Dante's Kitchen). FYI, I've never heard of Louisiana Bistro (not saying it's bad...but I can bet it's no Dante's Kitchen). Trolly will take forever to get to Tipseys, but it's actually a pretty cool ride down St. Charles Ave.

After Dinner - second K4's recommendation to go to Frenchman St. It's on the other side of the quarter, but is a very cool/funky street...there will be lots of live music options and cool bars

Friday

Since you're pressed for time, I would do Cafe Du Monde for breakfast...it's quick, and I don't think your wife should leave without trying Beignets. (DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCE GO TO CAFE BEIGNET)

P.S. Depending on what time your Cocktail Tour ends and what I've got going on at work that day, I might be able to give you a ride to Dante's....let me know

Also, here's a link to the New Orelans thread with a bunch of info in the first post http://forums.footballguys.com/forum/index...howtopic=371326

Clover Grill! Yes, that is what I was trying to think of. Great place; fun people-watching.As for Louisiana Bistro, at the time I went it was the #1 rated restaurant on tripadvisor.com, which is a bit of a bible for me when I travel. I just looked and it is now around 20th, and Tipsy's place has moved way up (yay, Tipsy!). I still think Tipsy's is a better idea, but this is a good backup if that doesn't work for whatever reason.

The only less than stellar meal I remember ever having in New Orleans was at Jacque Imo's. Could anyone explain to me why that place is so beloved?

IIRC, the cocktail tour took us about three hours.

I love Jacque Imo's...think it's a great atmosphere and every time I've been the food has been solid. Probably a better place for groups then couples...but I like it. FWIW, my top 5 NOLA restaurants (in order as of right this moment):

1. Dante's Kitchen

2. Brightsen's (right across from Dante's)

3. Jacque Imo's

4. Luke

5. Commander's Palace

ETA: Just looked at the Louisiana Bistro menu...gonna have to check it out sometime

 

[Sea Ropes]

Have any of you fatties ever had deep fried cake? Not just twinkies, but like a fried slice of chocolate cake at the fair or something?

 

[krista4]

Okay, I'm leaving for New Orleans next week. I haven't been since 2002 and my wife has never been. I want to show her a good time. And also some of the sites, sounds and tastes of New Orleans.

Fly in Wednesday night at 11pm. Taxi cab to Marriott New Orleans on Canal Street and check in. I've found one idea for a late night dinner. Angeli on Decatur. If anybody has a better idea for a late night restaurant near our hotel, please let me know.

Thursday:

Breakfast - Completely open. I've been to Cafe Du Monde and I've been to Brennan's. I'm not married to either, so if you've got a recommendation, lay it on me.

Lunch - Mother's. I haven't had their turtle soup in nearly 10 years. We will for sure be going there for lunch.

4:00PM - Cocktail Tour

Dinner - Wide open, though I'd really like to try Tipsy's restaurant. The only downside is we'll need to catch a cab, but that's not a deal breaker. I've had some other recommendations for dinner, but all them require a jacket, and that's just not what we're after here.

After Dinner - I'm looking for a jazz club or a blues club. Somewhere in the French Quarter or close to our hotel. Somewhere we can lounge, drink, listen to good music. I'd love to avoid the beer spilling, bead throwing, frat chanting bars that checkered my past. I'm hoping for nice place where we can melt into our seats and relax. Ideas appreciated.

I depart for Baton Rouge in the late morning. If there are multiple breakfast ideas, we'll hit one of them on our way out of town.

Cannot wait!

Here's my official recommendations:Wed. Evening

http://www.clovergrill.com/ - 24 dining, great little dive diner (breakfast or dinner foods) on bourbon street. Since it's a Wed night, your wife can get a good feel for Bourbon without the hassles of a big crowd.

Thursday

breakfast - Brennan's is pretty solid, but if you're looking for something new, try Coffee Pot (right next to Pat O'Briens)

Lunch - looks like you're sold on Mothers, but the best po-boys are at Johnny's IMO

Dinner - definitely hit up Tipsey's place (Dante's Kitchen). FYI, I've never heard of Louisiana Bistro (not saying it's bad...but I can bet it's no Dante's Kitchen). Trolly will take forever to get to Tipseys, but it's actually a pretty cool ride down St. Charles Ave.

After Dinner - second K4's recommendation to go to Frenchman St. It's on the other side of the quarter, but is a very cool/funky street...there will be lots of live music options and cool bars

Friday

Since you're pressed for time, I would do Cafe Du Monde for breakfast...it's quick, and I don't think your wife should leave without trying Beignets. (DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCE GO TO CAFE BEIGNET)

P.S. Depending on what time your Cocktail Tour ends and what I've got going on at work that day, I might be able to give you a ride to Dante's....let me know

Also, here's a link to the New Orelans thread with a bunch of info in the first post http://forums.footballguys.com/forum/index...howtopic=371326

Clover Grill! Yes, that is what I was trying to think of. Great place; fun people-watching.As for Louisiana Bistro, at the time I went it was the #1 rated restaurant on tripadvisor.com, which is a bit of a bible for me when I travel. I just looked and it is now around 20th, and Tipsy's place has moved way up (yay, Tipsy!). I still think Tipsy's is a better idea, but this is a good backup if that doesn't work for whatever reason.

The only less than stellar meal I remember ever having in New Orleans was at Jacque Imo's. Could anyone explain to me why that place is so beloved?

IIRC, the cocktail tour took us about three hours.

I love Jacque Imo's...think it's a great atmosphere and every time I've been the food has been solid. Probably a better place for groups then couples...but I like it. FWIW, my top 5 NOLA restaurants (in order as of right this moment):

1. Dante's Kitchen

2. Brightsen's (right across from Dante's)

3. Jacque Imo's

4. Luke

5. Commander's Palace

ETA: Just looked at the Louisiana Bistro menu...gonna have to check it out sometime

I liked the atmosphere a lot. And the food was not bad, just not nearly as good as everyplace else I've been there. We must have caught them on an off night.I love Brigsten's and Commander's Palace, too.

 

[urbanhack]

We have SLB in here, but where is SLBD?

 

[gary mexico]

Have any of you fatties ever had deep fried cake? Not just twinkies, but like a fried slice of chocolate cake at the fair or something?

That cant be very good for you....

 

[St. Louis Bob]

We have SLB in here, but where is SLBD?

 

[Tiger Fan]

Have any of you fatties ever had deep fried cake? Not just twinkies, but like a fried slice of chocolate cake at the fair or something?

That cant be very good for you....

Saw deep fried red velvet cake on the menu at one of my favorite restaurants in Baton Rouge last week....but didin't think that's the way I wanted to start off tailgating.

 

[Sea Ropes]

Have any of you fatties ever had deep fried cake? Not just twinkies, but like a fried slice of chocolate cake at the fair or something?

That cant be very good for you....

Saw deep fried red velvet cake on the menu at one of my favorite restaurants in Baton Rouge last week....but didin't think that's the way I wanted to start off tailgating.

I had a feeling good ole LA would have it. It won't be good for me but I want to try it just in case the world ends tomarrow.

 

[General Malaise]

Okay, I'm leaving for New Orleans next week. I haven't been since 2002 and my wife has never been. I want to show her a good time. And also some of the sites, sounds and tastes of New Orleans.

Fly in Wednesday night at 11pm. Taxi cab to Marriott New Orleans on Canal Street and check in. I've found one idea for a late night dinner. Angeli on Decatur. If anybody has a better idea for a late night restaurant near our hotel, please let me know.

Thursday:

Breakfast - Completely open. I've been to Cafe Du Monde and I've been to Brennan's. I'm not married to either, so if you've got a recommendation, lay it on me.

Lunch - Mother's. I haven't had their turtle soup in nearly 10 years. We will for sure be going there for lunch.

4:00PM - Cocktail Tour

Dinner - Wide open, though I'd really like to try Tipsy's restaurant. The only downside is we'll need to catch a cab, but that's not a deal breaker. I've had some other recommendations for dinner, but all them require a jacket, and that's just not what we're after here.

After Dinner - I'm looking for a jazz club or a blues club. Somewhere in the French Quarter or close to our hotel. Somewhere we can lounge, drink, listen to good music. I'd love to avoid the beer spilling, bead throwing, frat chanting bars that checkered my past. I'm hoping for nice place where we can melt into our seats and relax. Ideas appreciated.

I depart for Baton Rouge in the late morning. If there are multiple breakfast ideas, we'll hit one of them on our way out of town.

Cannot wait!

Here's my official recommendations:Wed. Evening

http://www.clovergrill.com/ - 24 dining, great little dive diner (breakfast or dinner foods) on bourbon street. Since it's a Wed night, your wife can get a good feel for Bourbon without the hassles of a big crowd.

Thursday

breakfast - Brennan's is pretty solid, but if you're looking for something new, try Coffee Pot (right next to Pat O'Briens)

Lunch - looks like you're sold on Mothers, but the best po-boys are at Johnny's IMO

Dinner - definitely hit up Tipsey's place (Dante's Kitchen). FYI, I've never heard of Louisiana Bistro (not saying it's bad...but I can bet it's no Dante's Kitchen). Trolly will take forever to get to Tipseys, but it's actually a pretty cool ride down St. Charles Ave.

After Dinner - second K4's recommendation to go to Frenchman St. It's on the other side of the quarter, but is a very cool/funky street...there will be lots of live music options and cool bars

Friday

Since you're pressed for time, I would do Cafe Du Monde for breakfast...it's quick, and I don't think your wife should leave without trying Beignets. (DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCE GO TO CAFE BEIGNET)

P.S. Depending on what time your Cocktail Tour ends and what I've got going on at work that day, I might be able to give you a ride to Dante's....let me know

Also, here's a link to the New Orelans thread with a bunch of info in the first post http://forums.footballguys.com/forum/index...howtopic=371326

 

[kevzilla]

Texas State Fair in Dallas has deep-fried beer, deep-fried margaritas, and deep-fried Frito pie...among others. GM, you gotta get there.

 

[urbanhack]

deep fried pickles

 

[urbanhack]

Deep Fried Brong

 

[Disco Stu]

Texas State Fair in Dallas has deep-fried beer, deep-fried margaritas, and deep-fried Frito pie...among others. GM, you gotta get there.

Word on the street is that deep-fried beer is pretty gross. Warm beer inside a ravioli type thing, deep fried. Deep-fried S'mores, "Texas Fried Frito Pie", and deep-fried butter are supposed to be good.

 

[Samuel L Bronkowitz]

We have SLB in here, but where is SLBD?

 

[guru_007]

GM is driving through Houston?

And wtf is Running with Scissors? Thought that guy was from Canada. I'm so confused.

 

[shuke]

Have any of you fatties ever had deep fried cake? Not just twinkies, but like a fried slice of chocolate cake at the fair or something?

Where does this exist?

 

[Joe Bryant]

Have any of you fatties ever had deep fried cake? Not just twinkies, but like a fried slice of chocolate cake at the fair or something?

Where does this exist?

I'll guess Texas State Fair. They lead the charge for this type of thing.J

 

[Tiger Fan]

I've had deep fried oreos before....pretty tasty

I'll bet the frito pie and smores are solid

 

[Sea Ropes]

Have any of you fatties ever had deep fried cake? Not just twinkies, but like a fried slice of chocolate cake at the fair or something?

Where does this exist?

Fairs and carnivals mostly.I was watching Man Vs. Food and it got me thinking about what delicious food items I haven't had deep fried and stuffed in my face yet. And first thing I thought of was cake.

shuke looks a little like Adam Richman, no? Especially around the jowl region.

 

[Sea Ropes]

I've had deep fried oreos before....pretty tasty

I'll bet the frito pie and smores are solid

My friends got a deep fryer as a wedding gift and we dunked the oreos. Outstanding.

 

[videoguy505]

deep fried beer

Tell me more...Edit: I think it was Jimmy Kimmel that did deep-fried subway sandwiches and deep-fried pizza slices. Looked awesome.

 

[Disco Stu]

This year somebody fried a salad.

 

[Bob Sacamano]

This year somebody fried a salad.

What a waste of perfectly good oil.

 

[shuke]

This year somebody fried a salad.

Where?

 

[Disco Stu]

deep fried beer

Tell me more...

Only recommended if you enjoy warm beer.

 

[Disco Stu]

This year somebody fried a salad.

Where?

The State Fair of Texas of course.

Fernie's Fried Club Salad – A spinach wrap, containing diced ham, chicken, shredded iceberg, carrot strips, cherry tomatoes, shredded sharp cheddar and smoked bacon, is deep fried, topped with deep-fried sour dough croutons on a stick and served on a bed of shredded romaine lettuce.

 

[St. Louis Bob]

This year somebody fried a salad.

What a waste of perfectly good oil.

lollink

 

[Sea Ropes]

deep fried beer

Tell me more...

Only recommended if you enjoy warm beer.

It seems like it'd be easier if he froze the beer into cubes before wrapping. The skin would be hot and crispy while the melted beer should still be cool after 20 seconds of frying.

 

[Sea Ropes]

Old people need some sort of ignition interlock on their vehicles that prevents them from driving during rush hour.

What's the rush, Nitro?

 

[Bob Sacamano]

This year somebody fried a salad.

What a waste of perfectly good oil.

lollink

:drool:

 

[St. Louis Bob]

This year somebody fried a salad.

What a waste of perfectly good oil.

lollink

:drool:

 

[Bob Sacamano]

This year somebody fried a salad.

What a waste of perfectly good oil.

lollink

:drool:

hew: I was worried you'd think her a little old.

ETA: I'm going to have to head there in a few weeks.

 

[krista4]

How many times a week it is reasonable to eat pizza? (Regular, non-deep-fried pizza.)

 

[St. Louis Bob]

ETA: I'm going to have to head there in a few weeks.

ORLY

 

[Bob Sacamano]

How many times a week it is reasonable to eat pizza? (Regular, non-deep-fried pizza.)

What kind?

 

[mr. furley]

How many times a week it is reasonable to eat pizza? (Regular, non-deep-fried pizza.)

7?

 

[Bob Sacamano]

ETA: I'm going to have to head there in a few weeks.

ORLY

GB getting married up nort. Taking the kid back to see grandma/grandpa beforehand.

 

[Bob Sacamano]

How many times a week it is reasonable to eat pizza? (Regular, non-deep-fried pizza.)

7?

Way too low. I'm at 23 unless she's talking Chicago-style.

 

[krista4]

How many times a week it is reasonable to eat pizza? (Regular, non-deep-fried pizza.)

7?

Way too low. I'm at 23 unless she's talking Chicago-style.

The thin kind. I think there are a couple of places serving Chicago-style here, but I haven't tried them. I barely liked Chicago-style when I lived in Chicago and have to imagine it's truly awful here.When I was a kid I once had pizza 14 days in a row. The good ol' days.ETA: So I'm gathering that if I had it Sunday and Monday it is perfectly fine to have it again today?

 

[General Malaise]

This year somebody fried a salad.

We really are spoiling all the new ideas for future generations.

 

[El Floppo]

Texas State Fair in Dallas has deep-fried beer, deep-fried margaritas, and deep-fried Frito pie...among others. GM, you gotta get there.

Word on the street is that deep-fried beer is pretty gross. Warm beer inside a ravioli type thing, deep fried. Deep-fried S'mores, "Texas Fried Frito Pie", and deep-fried butter are supposed to be good.

Let's talk a little more about this. tia.

 

[General Malaise]

deep fried pickles

YES!