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Wednesday, April 15, 2009

Deep Fried Not Bombs Part Two

Posted By on Wed, Apr 15, 2009 at 2:53 PM

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San Francisco Food Not Bombs is holding its second "Deep Fried Not Bombs" event on April 15. There, the public will be free to express the axiom that everything is better when deep fried. But, before you pack your Twinkies and bacon, be advised that people should only bring vegan items to dump in the sputtering oil to share. The event starts at 5:30 p.m. and will take place in United Nations Plaza (Civic Center).

4/15 Update: MenupagesSF tips us off to the possible postponement of today's event due to high wind advisory. Go to the Food Not Bombs site for further info.

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Dining In: Sneaky's BBQ

Posted By on Wed, Apr 15, 2009 at 1:01 PM

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Here's a new alternative to takeout: Sneaky's BBQ, a delivery-only barbecue non-joint. The limited menu currently includes:
  • 1 pint of "Carolina-style" pulled pork (which Carolina not specified), $9
  • 1 rack of baby back pork ribs, $19 (1/2 rack $10)
  • 1 pint macaroni and cheese, $5
  • 1/2 pint cole slaw, $3
  • 1/2 pint collard greens, $4
I ordered one of each, for a total of $40 delivered. The order also came with a small tub of sauce on the side and two supermarket-type burger buns, presumably for the pulled pork. With a good loaf of bread (I like Acme levain with my barbecue), this much food would easily feed four.

All the food comes cold, as shown above. If you're not going to eat it right away, it's probably best to take the ribs out of the foam clamshell and store them in plastic wrap or a zipper freezer bag. Sneaky's recommends reheating it in the microwave, which I did.

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Meals Under $8: Daily Specials at Outerlands

Posted By on Wed, Apr 15, 2009 at 9:00 AM

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With a menu that evolves daily, Outerlands (4001 Judah) is a good place by the ends of the Earth (aka Ocean Beach) to enjoy a fresh meal made with organic and often local ingredients. On a recent visit, an open-faced pastrami and swiss sandwich over raw, cultured sauerkraut on their homemade bread with a side of greens ($8) really hit the spot. But this kitchen is also really handy with soups and salads, offering creamy takes on the former that are made with vegan ingredients, and will sell you a loaf of that exceptional, crusty bread ($5) if there's enough for the day. Outerlands is open for lunch from Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and again from 6 to 10 p.m., and serves Sunday brunch from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

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The Butler & the Chef's Croque-Monsieur

Posted By on Wed, Apr 15, 2009 at 8:01 AM

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Several posters in a recent Chowhound thread concurred that The Butler & the Chef Bistro (155A South Park) makes SF's best croque-monsieur, the classic French grilled ham and cheese sandwich. Their praise was so enthusiastic--"very rich and tasty ... always love it," "truly a fantastic representation," "puts [the competition] to shame ... in a totally different class ... absolutely no contest"--that the next time I was nearby at lunchtime it was an easy choice.

I can see why they like it. This is the apotheosis of the style of croque topped with Bechamel or Mornay: the top of the sandwich is coated with a generous layer of an almost fluffy, very rich-tasting sauce, like a savory custard. If that description's making your mouth water, you'll probably love this. Just be prepared to use a knife and fork--the creamy topping is definitely not finger food.

However, croque means "crunch," and one of the things that I like most about a croque-monsieur is that texture. While the bread in Butler & the Chef's version is toasted and by no means limp, it isn't what I'd call crunchy, either, so it didn't satisfy my croque craving. Chacun à son goût.

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