Donut Fries

Courtesy of This is why you're fat, these are donut fries.

Yep, deep fried dough cut in the shape of French fries and served with raspberry jelly and Bavarian cream dipping sauce. But then, what else would you dip them in, right?

They are the creation of the quirky cool folks at Psycho Donuts in Campbell, CA. Check out their website and blog for all of their cool stuff.


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French Fry Diary 19: The Continental, Atlantic City

Mother’s Day this year the Bride and I took her parents to a surprise dinner in Atlantic City. The restaurant we chose was The Continental at the Pier Shops in Caesars Casino, built in the building that once held the Ocean One mall, with a sort of Rat Pack Vegas style motif, and a view overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. I love the retro décor, it’s a really nice atmosphere despite it being in an upscale food court for all intents and purposes.

The food is served family style with more than generous portions. Some of the hits this evening were the cheesesteak eggrolls, French onion soup dumplings, arugula salad, the Kobe sliders and the grilled Thai chicken skewers. The real treats however, and the reason this is in French Fry Diary, were the Szechuan shoestring fries.

These are similar to the shredded potatoes that are sometimes used for breakfast potatoes but not quite. These are potatoes cut in the fashion of Szechuan noodles. Not sure how they pull this off but these babies are super-thin and super-long, and probably just flash-fried and served. Damn tasty, impossible to eat with a fork or even in a polite manner. Just grab a handful and stuff them in your mouth.

The serving size at the Continental is more than generous; it’s enormous. We are talking one plate could easily serve four, five or six people and still have fries left over. They are served with a spicy Chinese mustard that can be drizzled over them or served on the side. None for me please, I’m a purist, but I’m told it’s quite good. I’m also told these crispy tater critters are also an excellent salad topping. All A’s for this unique variation on the favorite fried food.


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And Now a Message from the President... of KFC

Never Underestimate the Power of Free

Never underestimate the power of free, or perhaps that should read: Never underestimate the power of Oprah.

Yesterday's promotion by Oprah Winfrey and KFC hit a roadblock when the fast food franchise ran out of chicken. In some locations long lines, protests and near riots occurred. Details can be found here.

Now maybe we know why Oprah has never endorsed a fast food restaurant before...

Thanks Oprah!

Philanthropist and TV goddess Oprah Winfrey has given us all a gift recently. No, it’s not a brand new car under our studio seats, but free chicken.

From May 5th through May 19th (excluding Mother's Day, May 10th) Oprah is giving America two free pieces of KFC’s new Kentucky Grilled Chicken. The whole scoop is here. And get your coupon here, before midnight tonight.

And don’t forget those delicious KFC potato wedges as one (or both) of your sides. Mmmm... fries...



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Cooking with Dave: Fried Potatoes

Dave Can Cook takes a shot at frying potatoes, making some nice thick potato wedges in a Dutch oven. Great looking Tracy fries, Dave!


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Pickled French Fries

Executive Chef Don Santos has a very cool blog, called "A Half Cup of Life, A Teaspoon of Insanity," that has the catchphrase "Don't make what people want - Make people want what you make." That's a rockin' attitude for a chef in my opinion.

Make sure you check out his blog, but especially his recipe for Pickled French Fries, found here. A combination of interesting tactics - malt vinegar, duck fat, cranberry ketchup - all working together for a fine final product. Mmmm... fries...


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French Fries - The Movie

"French Fries" is the story about a guy, his truck and a bunch of used vegetable oil. This funny and inspiring piece follows Charris Ford, "The Granola Ayatollah of Canola" as he makes the rounds in his veggie fuel powered rig. This film is very timely and unlike many environmental films, really makes you laugh. With Daryl Hannah, Dennis Weaver and internationally renowned physician, Doctor Andrew Wiel.

For more information, click here.


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Who Has the Healthiest Fries 2009

The last time we talked about this was just around this time last year.

Well, this year, the Orlando Sentinel takes a shot at it and gets the same answer - Sonic Drive-In for the win.

What is really interesting is that one of the Health Nazis' favorite targets, McDonald's, has actually climbed to second place from fourth place. That's right, Mickey D's fries have apparently gotten healthier this past year.

Hmmm... maybe that's why they are at the top of the poll at the left...

The results can be found here. Mmmm... healthy fries...


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Facebook Fries: A Video Challenge

Yet another message from the Twitter of the California-based Burger Lounge is all about a make-your-own-video contest.

Here's the message: "So who is working on their BL Facebook video for their chance to win a $50 gift certificate?? We can't wait to see! :-) http://is.gd/vc9T"