BravoTV Message Boards > Episode 203: Food For The People

Giselle63

November 1, 2006 - 09:35 PM

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Does no one else think that Padma is just totally BORING??????

Not as boring as last years traind seal.

I like her. She knows food. I hope she will comment more as the season progresses.

HungryApe

November 1, 2006 - 09:35 PM

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Who is all going to TGIF and ordering the soup and grilled cheese? I think I'm going to pass. I have one right behind me too.

Personally... I can't wait to try it!

It is really good!!!! Portabello, tomato, onion, 2 kinds of cheese.....

Ya I really can't wait to pay 10 times as much for something I could make 10 times as well at home in about 10 minutes.

HungryApe

November 1, 2006 - 09:36 PM

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I absolutely LOVE Cliff... he is awsome and an amazing chef and even a more amazing person!!!

Couldn't disagree more. I don't think he would be so tough if he had someone 3 times his size to deal with instead of picking on Marcel who is a 1/3 of his size. I have no respect for bullys; Cowardly at best.

Cliff called out Marcel on his distracting and seemed genuinely supportive of the other chefs. I don't see the Bully refrence?

No, he said he would go punch him in the head which is the complete essence of bullying and completely out of line for someone his size vs someone Marcel's size.

Actually, to get the facts straight, he said "if I was Betty I would have puched him.." So he's not a Bully because even if he was a smaller but ample cheasted lady he still would have drilled him. And rightly so ; )

It too you way too long to think of this lame excuse.

WhataJoke

November 1, 2006 - 09:37 PM

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Poor Marissa.

The pole dance at the fire house and the whipped cream lick off didn't do the trick.

Now she would be perfect if the restaurant was TGIFloosy's

24kBlondi

November 1, 2006 - 09:38 PM

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Poor Marissa.

The pole dance at the fire house and the whipped cream lick off didn't do the trick.

Now she would be perfect if the restaurant was TGIFloosy's

haha...
*High Five*

Giselle63

November 1, 2006 - 09:39 PM

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Who is all going to TGIF and ordering the soup and grilled cheese? I think I'm going to pass. I have one right behind me too.

Personally... I can't wait to try it!

It is really good!!!! Portabello, tomato, onion, 2 kinds of cheese.....

Ya I really can't wait to pay 10 times as much for something I could make 10 times as well at home in about 10 minutes.

I want the recipe for the fruit salad! What was the dressing he made? Chimi Churi something?

WhataJoke

November 1, 2006 - 09:40 PM

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I absolutely LOVE Cliff... he is awsome and an amazing chef and even a more amazing person!!!

Couldn't disagree more. I don't think he would be so tough if he had someone 3 times his size to deal with instead of picking on Marcel who is a 1/3 of his size. I have no respect for bullys; Cowardly at best.

Cliff called out Marcel on his distracting and seemed genuinely supportive of the other chefs. I don't see the Bully refrence?

No, he said he would go punch him in the head which is the complete essence of bullying and completely out of line for someone his size vs someone Marcel's size.

Actually, to get the facts straight, he said "if I was Betty I would have puched him.." So he's not a Bully because even if he was a smaller but ample cheasted lady he still would have drilled him. And rightly so ; )

It too you way too long to think of this lame excuse.

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You got the quote wrong dude, If you took a little longer you might have got it right.
But don't let the facts get in the way of your argument. ; )

IronChef

November 1, 2006 - 09:41 PM

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Hey Lia,

I'm beginning to thik that we need to mix up a HUGE bactch of TC cocktail and pass it around.

Do you think you can help pass out the goodies before I have to call it a night?

Well, the "PR Punch" recipe's been retired for the season, but I do have a nice new brew I've been dying to try. It's called "TC Toddy," and along with dark buttered rum and ginger beer, it's all spiced up with cinnamon, clove, allspice, pepper and just the tiniest hint of cayenne. It's warm and waiting, and I've got a band new tray, so COME & GET IT!!!!!

Lia

Wowie zowie, that sounds yum, thanks!

You're welcome, SamanthaMc! It's actually a recipe from "Elle" magazine for an iced drink called "Dark & Stormy Night"-- I tweaked it, and it's really quite good, especially for the holidays! I added the spices to a simple syrup, mixed it with the rum and ginger beer, and it turned out awesomely!

Try it, I think you'll really like it!

Lia

SamanthaMc

November 1, 2006 - 09:42 PM

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I tell you what, if he was a big jerk, he wouldn't be hot. He is focused, very real, and extremely talented.

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAHAHAHAHAAHAHAHAHAHA. The bigger the jerk the hotter dumb B****** think they are. What planet are you from?

Mars.

You are a weenie.

ColicchioMaster

November 1, 2006 - 09:43 PM

wowie zowie i wish ELIA's Fish Tacos won...i heard they were smelly and hairy

SamanthaMc

November 1, 2006 - 09:45 PM

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Hey Lia,

I'm beginning to thik that we need to mix up a HUGE bactch of TC cocktail and pass it around.

Do you think you can help pass out the goodies before I have to call it a night?

Well, the "PR Punch" recipe's been retired for the season, but I do have a nice new brew I've been dying to try. It's called "TC Toddy," and along with dark buttered rum and ginger beer, it's all spiced up with cinnamon, clove, allspice, pepper and just the tiniest hint of cayenne. It's warm and waiting, and I've got a band new tray, so COME & GET IT!!!!!

Lia

Wowie zowie, that sounds yum, thanks!

You're welcome, SamanthaMc! It's actually a recipe from "Elle" magazine for an iced drink called "Dark & Stormy Night"-- I tweaked it, and it's really quite good, especially for the holidays! I added the spices to a simple syrup, mixed it with the rum and ginger beer, and it turned out awesomely!

Try it, I think you'll really like it!

Lia

I like ginger beer. That's a good name for it, too. And in my book, you can never go wrong with rum!

IronChef

November 1, 2006 - 09:48 PM

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wowie zowie i wish ELIA's Fish Tacos won...i heard they were smelly and hairy

Hmm ... "When Smelly Met Hairy." Sounds like a new Ben & Jerry's flavor to me!

Lia

ColicchioMaster

November 1, 2006 - 09:49 PM

WOWIE ZOWIE RUM MAKES MY WEINER FLACID
WOMP WOMP

HungryApe

November 1, 2006 - 09:56 PM

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Survey says...X
You got the quote wrong dude, If you took a little longer you might have got it right.
But don't let the facts get in the way of your argument. ; )

Totally pathetic. See your name if you want to know what I think of you.

GrandOpening

November 1, 2006 - 09:57 PM

AMEN SISTER LIA!!!!!!! I feel that the largest contributors to the problem of obesity - from the angle of dining out - are portion size and frequency.
I can remember when a dinner portion was just enough food for the average diner. Now, it is twice that amount per plate. When I dine out, I tend to order an appetizer and a soup - and that is all I can handle.
The frequency that people are dining out is also an issue for those with weight problems. The restaurant industry generally hasn't designed meals that should be eaten every day. Many these days are dining out three or more times a week.
These are the consumer's requests and actions. Why does the restaurant industry get blamed for other's decisions?
G.O.

HungryApe

November 1, 2006 - 10:01 PM

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I tell you what, if he was a big jerk, he wouldn't be hot. He is focused, very real, and extremely talented.

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAHAHAHAHAAHAHAHAHAHA. The bigger the jerk the hotter dumb B****** think they are. What planet are you from?

Mars.

You are a weenie.

Sorry if your boyfreind doesnt scare me. Sorry if your dude has such a small c*ck he has to pick on people not even half his size to feel like a man.

IronChef

November 1, 2006 - 10:01 PM

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WOWIE ZOWIE RUM MAKES MY WEINER FLACID
WOMP WOMP

Probably a fortuitous state in your case. Have some more rum.

WhataJoke

November 1, 2006 - 10:02 PM

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You got the quote wrong dude, If you took a little longer you might have got it right.
But don't let the facts get in the way of your argument. ; )

Totally pathetic. See your name if you want to know what I think of you.

See now THAT was a long time to wait for a lame responce, waaa waaaa waaaaaa waaaaaaaaaaaaahhhhh we have some nice parting gifts for you thanks for playing, and besure to pick up the copy of our Home Game!!!!!

WhataJoke

November 1, 2006 - 10:07 PM

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I tell you what, if he was a big jerk, he wouldn't be hot. He is focused, very real, and extremely talented.

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAHAHAHAHAAHAHAHAHAHA. The bigger the jerk the hotter dumb B****** think they are. What planet are you from?

Mars.

You are a weenie.

Sorry if your boyfreind doesnt scare me. Sorry if your dude has such a small c*ck he has to pick on people not even half his size to feel like a man.

Says the guy on the internet message board... lol.

HungryApe

November 1, 2006 - 10:09 PM

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You got the quote wrong dude, If you took a little longer you might have got it right.
But don't let the facts get in the way of your argument. ; )

Totally pathetic. See your name if you want to know what I think of you.

See now THAT was a long time to wait for a lame responce, waaa waaaa waaaaaa waaaaaaaaaaaaahhhhh we have some nice parting gifts for you thanks for playing, and besure to pick up the copy of our Home Game!!!!!

LOL? You are trying to use my own line against me because you are to void of intelligence to even think of your own reply? Sorry if anyone lost it was you, and lost so bad you had to resort to this.

HungryApe

November 1, 2006 - 10:10 PM

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I tell you what, if he was a big jerk, he wouldn't be hot. He is focused, very real, and extremely talented.

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAHAHAHAHAAHAHAHAHAHA. The bigger the jerk the hotter dumb B****** think they are. What planet are you from?

Mars.

You are a weenie.

Sorry if your boyfreind doesnt scare me. Sorry if your dude has such a small c*ck he has to pick on people not even half his size to feel like a man.

Says the guy on the internet message board... lol.

rolls eyes.

GrandOpening

November 1, 2006 - 10:11 PM

At 30, I'm suprised neither her "maternal instinct" nor her "biological clock" has kicked in.
Either way, "hate" isn't a nice word to throw around. Though I can't claim to be an angel in that department.

foodfan

November 1, 2006 - 10:20 PM

Marcel should tone down a bit so as not to irritate his fellow chefs. I don't blame Betty for losing her patience with him. He's been annoying since episode one. I hope he'll be more likable in the coming episodes.

IronChef

November 1, 2006 - 10:22 PM

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AMEN SISTER LIA!!!!!!! I feel that the largest contributors to the problem of obesity - from the angle of dining out - are portion size and frequency.
I can remember when a dinner portion was just enough food for the average diner. Now, it is twice that amount per plate. When I dine out, I tend to order an appetizer and a soup - and that is all I can handle.
The frequency that people are dining out is also an issue for those with weight problems. The restaurant industry generally hasn't designed meals that should be eaten every day. Many these days are dining out three or more times a week.
These are the consumer's requests and actions. Why does the restaurant industry get blamed for other's decisions?
G.O.

Thanks, G.O.! It concerns me that the bulk of Society, and Americans even moreso, blame "fast food" and "dining out" for the prevalence of obesity among us, when it's really no one's fault but the individual mouths closing around that food so routinely.

Just like modern society wants to erroneously blame television (aka the "new babysitter") for the new wave of violence among our children, we want to blame everyone and anyone else but ourselves for the collective spare tire we carry around our waists.

Well, it's time we stopped and smelled the Starbucks, and took the blame for our "supply-and-demand" attitude with regard to dining. We made "fast food," so let's not blame the technology, but the ones who crowed for it to begin with.

We're a society of convenience--and admittedly, I'm as much a part of that society as everyone else--but you're not going to put an end to that society in your lifetime, so let's stop bashing what we made as a whole.

TGI Fridays is no worse than Chilis, Applebees, Bennigans or Chi Chi's, and they're all only a step away from Wendys, McDonalds, Burger King or Taco Bell.

You want to condemn them? Condemn them all. But don't pretend you've got a corner on "healthy eating" unless you've got a brand new, patented diet you've tested over years, and have suddenly decided to share with the world in an attempt to eradicate the damage the last 30 years have done.

And for the record? I love both "healthy eating" and "fast food." I strike a balance between the two, and have found it to be a "happy medium" so far.

Lia

GrandOpening

November 1, 2006 - 10:25 PM

I HATE being fat. Which is why I no longer am. I HATE being around children that are spoiled. So I walk away. I HATE being late. So I leave early. I hate a lot of things. But, there is only one PERSON that I HATE.....and he deserves it. It's just that the actual feeling of hatred is far too strong to throw around once you truly HATE someone or something.

But, I have always gotten a chuckle out of the "my kid beat up...." bumper stickers. And babydoll tees are sooooo great at making the chest appear even bigger! (Though, the loudest catcalls I ever received were when I was hosin' down the mats in baggy chef pants, kitchen boots, and a sports bra - *chuckle*)

WhataJoke

November 1, 2006 - 10:25 PM

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You got the quote wrong dude, If you took a little longer you might have got it right.
But don't let the facts get in the way of your argument. ; )

Totally pathetic. See your name if you want to know what I think of you.

See now THAT was a long time to wait for a lame responce, waaa waaaa waaaaaa waaaaaaaaaaaaahhhhh we have some nice parting gifts for you thanks for playing, and besure to pick up the copy of our Home Game!!!!!

LOL? You are trying to use my own line against me because you are to void of intelligence to even think of your own reply? Sorry if anyone lost it was you, and lost so bad you had to resort to this.

Actually you "lost" as soon as you started on your c*ck size rant. As soon as someone goes there about a guy they never meet on TV they might as well have boxers that say "Warning Bitter Man with Veinna Sausage" on the front of them. See I even worked food in there ; )

YAY ME!!!!

HungryApe

November 1, 2006 - 10:32 PM

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Actually you "lost" as soon as you started on your c*ck size rant. As soon as someone goes there about a guy they never meet on TV they might as well have boxers that say "Warning Bitter Man with Veinna Sausage" on the front of them. See I even worked food in there ; )

YAY ME!!!!

Are you stupid or something? You think you won because I made a remark about bullys being derivative from the inadaquacies of thier falice? (a very common and agreed apon way to disregard punks who push around people smaller than them I might add) Yet in the same breath you try to apply the same to me. Seriously just run along you can't possibly justify someone Cliff's size physically attacking someone Marcel's size so you, and you first, resorted to this name calling. Face it you are wrong.

I_Love_to_Eat

November 1, 2006 - 10:32 PM

I'm surprised no one made Pizza as a childhood favorite food. That would've been a good one.

GrandOpening

November 1, 2006 - 10:36 PM

I agree wholeheartedly. And I'll add..... I think the worst four-letter-word in the English language has become DIET. So many people think that some "magic diet" will cure the ills they have done to themselves. It's too bad they don't listen to the first part of those old Subway commercials. "He would walk a mile...." Uh Huh. He exercized and ate healthier. Selective hearing is an epidemic.
G.O.

HungryApe

November 1, 2006 - 10:40 PM

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TGI Fridays is no worse than Chilis, Applebees, Bennigans or Chi Chi's, and they're all only a step away from Wendys, McDonalds, Burger King or Taco Bell.

I have to disagree. They aren't all just the same. It may depend on the individual resteraunt in your area, but there are definite differences.

Top teir of fast food would be places like Wendys and Taco Bell (anyone else notice how much Taco Bell has improved in the last couple years?). McCrackolds and BuggerKing aren't even close. I dont even consider those 2 edible food, and always find myself saying, "freinds don't let freinds eat McDonalds." when someone tries to drag me there.

As for sit down dining, an Outback Steakhouse or a Ruby Tuesdays is miles ahead of an Applebees or a TGIF.

GrandOpening

November 1, 2006 - 10:50 PM

This is getting a little overheated. Cliff was referring to what his reaction may have been had he been in Betty's shoes. And, often times cooks talk about hittin' each other and never actually would. From the viewpoint of a female cook who's cooked with such guys for years, I think this may have been taken out of context a bit.

WhataJoke

November 1, 2006 - 10:53 PM

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TGI Fridays is no worse than Chilis, Applebees, Bennigans or Chi Chi's, and they're all only a step away from Wendys, McDonalds, Burger King or Taco Bell.

I have to disagree. They aren't all just the same. It may depend on the individual resteraunt in your area, but there are definite differences.

Top teir of fast food would be places like Wendys and Taco Bell (anyone else notice how much Taco Bell has improved in the last couple years?). McCrackolds and BuggerKing aren't even close. I dont even consider those 2 edible food, and always find myself saying, "freinds don't let freinds eat McDonalds." when someone tries to drag me there.

As for sit down dining, an Outback Steakhouse or a Ruby Tuesdays is miles ahead of an Applebees or a TGIF.

LMAO @ "Top Teir fast food"
Yeah I'm getting sweaty palms waiting for those Foie gras Chalupas lol.

GrandOpening

November 1, 2006 - 10:55 PM

Hey...don't laugh too hard over that one. With the direction that fusion has been taken in some places, it just might happen. LOL

WhataJoke

November 1, 2006 - 10:55 PM

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This is getting a little overheated. Cliff was referring to what his reaction may have been had he been in Betty's shoes. And, often times cooks talk about hittin' each other and never actually would. From the viewpoint of a female cook who's cooked with such guys for years, I think this may have been taken out of context a bit.

Bingo.
The quote was "if I was Betty...". The only person who voiced a desire to do violence agisnt Marcel in that episode was Mike in a Jokeing manner.

I don't see how you can be making a total across the board charater judgement based on those quotes.

Frankie_10

November 1, 2006 - 10:58 PM

Emily cooks with four star chefs... but does not know how to use salt or does not know a darn thing about meat.... I would hate to visit the restaurant she works at.

Emily just got sent some thank GOD!

HungryApe

November 1, 2006 - 11:03 PM

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This is getting a little overheated. Cliff was referring to what his reaction may have been had he been in Betty's shoes. And, often times cooks talk about hittin' each other and never actually would. From the viewpoint of a female cook who's cooked with such guys for years, I think this may have been taken out of context a bit.

I think the massive size difference is important here. Not so funny to joke around about when Cliff would litterally just about kill someone like Marcel if he actually hit him. Cliff is that quiet type too that seems so nice and well mannered, but those quiet guys are the most vicious of all when they hit their breaking point and snap on someone. Nobody knows Cliff well enough to really say if he was just joking or if he really could get pushed over the edge or if he would turn violent with the cameras off of him. I guess we will have to "watch what happens" (ooo Bravo you should give me a job) because I don't think Cliff or Marcel will be going home too soon.

Clearly our little back and forth got to be over the top with it all, but thats the interweb for you. Cliff was moving up on my favorites list but he plummetted with that comment. Lets just leave it at that.

IronChef

November 1, 2006 - 11:13 PM

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I'm surprised no one made Pizza as a childhood favorite food. That would've been a good one.

Pizza just wasn't on the roster when I was growing up. My great grandma, who doubled as my babysitter, owned a diner in Southern Ohio, so whenever I stayed over at her place, she offered an array of "healthy foods," but smothered in "gravy goodness."

Chicken & Dumplings, cauliflower with buttered onions & cheese, smokey cheese strata, homemade biscuits with honey & orange butter, French Meat Pie with beef, pork, potato and spices, hot German potato salad with sweet vidalia onion and horseradish mustard, buttermilk waffles with lean pork sausage or silver dollar pancakes with real bacon bits, both topped with heaps of real butter and Canadian maple syrup, spicy sausage gravy over crisp home fries ... and always--always there was piping hot coffee & cream, with biscuits dipped in and slivers of sharp cheddar cheese to top it off each morning at dawn.

That's "comfort food" for me, and always will be. Don't even get me started on what she made for the Holidays, LOL!

Lia

apricots

November 1, 2006 - 11:15 PM

...always find myself saying, "freinds don't let freinds eat McDonalds." when someone tries to drag me there.

Agreed! This so-called "food" is just too synthetic to even eat. Fine dining just doesn't happen when there's a big clown out front.

On another subject...

I agree with the concensus that Marcel may have a bit of an attitude..but I like him. I think he's a creative genius and he uses his attitude as a cover. He's revolting, different & intriguing all at the same time. GO Marcel, you rock!

JUSTMEAOD

November 1, 2006 - 11:19 PM

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This is getting a little overheated. Cliff was referring to what his reaction may have been had he been in Betty's shoes. And, often times cooks talk about hittin' each other and never actually would. From the viewpoint of a female cook who's cooked with such guys for years, I think this may have been taken out of context a bit.

I think the massive size difference is important here. Not so funny to joke around about when Cliff would litterally just about kill someone like Marcel if he actually hit him. Cliff is that quiet type too that seems so nice and well mannered, but those quiet guys are the most vicious of all when they hit their breaking point and snap on someone. Nobody knows Cliff well enough to really say if he was just joking or if he really could get pushed over the edge or if he would turn violent with the cameras off of him. I guess we will have to "watch what happens" (ooo Bravo you should give me a job) because I don't think Cliff or Marcel will be going home too soon.

Clearly our little back and forth got to be over the top with it all, but thats the interweb for you. Cliff was moving up on my favorites list but he plummetted with that comment. Lets just leave it at that.

TOO BAD.......

I THOUGHT WHAT CLIFF SAID WAS FUNNY...

YOU KNOW THERE IS NOTHING WORSE THAN.....

A WHINER.....

I'M NOT SURE WHERE MARCEL STANDS WITH ME PERSONALLY......

BUT WHAT HE DID TO BETTY WAS TOTALLY UNCOOL...

NO ONE ELSE HECKLED ANYONE,,,

WHAT BETTY SAID TO MARCEL WAS AFTER THE FACT...

RIGHT NOW MARCEL IS A WHINER....

TO ME ANYWAY

HIS BOASTS HAVE NOT AS YET PROVED FRUITFUL...

AND HE REMINDS ME OF A SOMALIER OF SEASON PAST,,,

TAKE CARE OVER THERE

ALOHA

HAVE FUN

IronChef

November 1, 2006 - 11:19 PM

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TGI Fridays is no worse than Chilis, Applebees, Bennigans or Chi Chi's, and they're all only a step away from Wendys, McDonalds, Burger King or Taco Bell.

I have to disagree. They aren't all just the same. It may depend on the individual resteraunt in your area, but there are definite differences.

Top teir of fast food would be places like Wendys and Taco Bell (anyone else notice how much Taco Bell has improved in the last couple years?). McCrackolds and BuggerKing aren't even close. I dont even consider those 2 edible food, and always find myself saying, "freinds don't let freinds eat McDonalds." when someone tries to drag me there.

As for sit down dining, an Outback Steakhouse or a Ruby Tuesdays is miles ahead of an Applebees or a TGIF.

To each his or her own. I'll still maintain that, regardless of the "tiers" and how you choose to arrange them, all of the restaurants you and I have mentioned have contributed to the sad state of dietary distress experienced in society these days.

Stack it up however you like it, the result remains the same.

Lia

HungryApe

November 1, 2006 - 11:28 PM

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TOO BAD.......

I THOUGHT WHAT CLIFF SAID WAS FUNNY...

YOU KNOW THERE IS NOTHING WORSE THAN.....

A WHINER.....

I'M NOT SURE WHERE MARCEL STANDS WITH ME PERSONALLY......

BUT WHAT HE DID TO BETTY WAS TOTALLY UNCOOL...

NO ONE ELSE HECKLED ANYONE,,,

WHAT BETTY SAID TO MARCEL WAS AFTER THE FACT...

RIGHT NOW MARCEL IS A WHINER....

TO ME ANYWAY

HIS BOASTS HAVE NOT AS YET PROVED FRUITFUL...

AND HE REMINDS ME OF A SOMALIER OF SEASON PAST,,,

TAKE CARE OVER THERE

ALOHA

HAVE FUN

Caps lock is the cruise control to awsomeness. Just drop it already.

JUSTMEAOD

November 1, 2006 - 11:35 PM

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TGI Fridays is no worse than Chilis, Applebees, Bennigans or Chi Chi's, and they're all only a step away from Wendys, McDonalds, Burger King or Taco Bell.

I have to disagree. They aren't all just the same. It may depend on the individual resteraunt in your area, but there are definite differences.

Top teir of fast food would be places like Wendys and Taco Bell (anyone else notice how much Taco Bell has improved in the last couple years?). McCrackolds and BuggerKing aren't even close. I dont even consider those 2 edible food, and always find myself saying, "freinds don't let freinds eat McDonalds." when someone tries to drag me there.

As for sit down dining, an Outback Steakhouse or a Ruby Tuesdays is miles ahead of an Applebees or a TGIF.

OH YEAH THERE IS A NOTICABLE IMPROVEMENT IN THE

QUALITY TACO BELL SERVES UP....

AND I HAVE TO AGREE WITH YOU HUNGRYAPE...

MANAGEMENT OF A FRANCHISE DOES DIRECTLY AFFECT PLACES LIKE TGI FRIDAYS...

THERE ARE TWO OUTBACK STEAKHOUSES HERE IN HAWAII,,,

AND THERE IS A DISTINCT DIFFERENCE IN THE QUALITY OF WHAT IS SERVED,,,

TAKE CARE OVER THERE

ALOHA

HAVE FUN

IronChef

November 1, 2006 - 11:37 PM

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TOO BAD.......

I THOUGHT WHAT CLIFF SAID WAS FUNNY...

YOU KNOW THERE IS NOTHING WORSE THAN.....

A WHINER.....

I'M NOT SURE WHERE MARCEL STANDS WITH ME PERSONALLY......

BUT WHAT HE DID TO BETTY WAS TOTALLY UNCOOL...

NO ONE ELSE HECKLED ANYONE,,,

WHAT BETTY SAID TO MARCEL WAS AFTER THE FACT...

RIGHT NOW MARCEL IS A WHINER....

TO ME ANYWAY

HIS BOASTS HAVE NOT AS YET PROVED FRUITFUL...

AND HE REMINDS ME OF A SOMALIER OF SEASON PAST,,,

TAKE CARE OVER THERE

ALOHA

HAVE FUN

Caps lock is the cruise control to awsomeness. Just drop it already.

JUSTMEAOD has a very good reason for using all caps, Ape, and it was explained in detail on the TCS1 boards. You were there just like I was, so if you can't remember, go back and take a look before being so glib.

Lia

HungryApe

November 1, 2006 - 11:42 PM

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TOO BAD.......

I THOUGHT WHAT CLIFF SAID WAS FUNNY...

YOU KNOW THERE IS NOTHING WORSE THAN.....

A WHINER.....

I'M NOT SURE WHERE MARCEL STANDS WITH ME PERSONALLY......

BUT WHAT HE DID TO BETTY WAS TOTALLY UNCOOL...

NO ONE ELSE HECKLED ANYONE,,,

WHAT BETTY SAID TO MARCEL WAS AFTER THE FACT...

RIGHT NOW MARCEL IS A WHINER....

TO ME ANYWAY

HIS BOASTS HAVE NOT AS YET PROVED FRUITFUL...

AND HE REMINDS ME OF A SOMALIER OF SEASON PAST,,,

TAKE CARE OVER THERE

ALOHA

HAVE FUN

Caps lock is the cruise control to awsomeness. Just drop it already.

JUSTMEAOD has a very good reason for using all caps, Ape, and it was explained in detail on the TCS1 boards. You were there just like I was, so if you can't remember, go back and take a look before being so glib.

Lia

I post on tons of message boards from sports to politics and everything in between. I am having 4 other conversations right now as a matter of fact. Every single message board I post on considers caps lock to be a sure sign of somone to ignore. I don't know what page from season 1 you had this talk on so please enlighten me why all of a sudden this practice is accepted.

JUSTMEAOD

November 1, 2006 - 11:43 PM

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Caps lock is the cruise control to awsomeness. Just drop it already.

WELL APE....

I HAVE MET WITH CRITISIZM BEFORE...

BUT IT IS SOMETHING I HAVE TO DO....

NOT WANT TO DO.......

I HAVE PARTIAL PARALLASIS IN ONE ARM,,,

WITH THE ADDITION OF SCARRED EYE TISSIE..

SLIGHTLY IMPARING MY VISION......

I APPOLOGISE IF IT STRIKES YOU AS ANNOYING...

I DO KNOW THE ETIQUETE

CAPS FOR YELLING OR SHOUTING

BUT FOR ME IT IS JUST COMMUNICATING

TAKE CARE OVER THERE

ALOHA

HAVE FUN

JUSTMEAOD

November 1, 2006 - 11:50 PM

8D

I AGREE WITH THE JUDGES.....

HE DIDN'T CARE ABOUT THE SUMMER ROLLS IN THE TEAM COMP........

AND HE WAS REALLY SLOPPY WITH HIS STEAK SANDWICH....

SHRUG....

I'M NOT SURE IF I COULD MAKE A DECISION BETWEEN...

BAD SEASONING......

OR

BAD ATTITUDE....

TAKE CARE OVER THERE

ALOHA

HAVE FUN

HungryApe

November 1, 2006 - 11:50 PM

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TGI Fridays is no worse than Chilis, Applebees, Bennigans or Chi Chi's, and they're all only a step away from Wendys, McDonalds, Burger King or Taco Bell.

I have to disagree. They aren't all just the same. It may depend on the individual resteraunt in your area, but there are definite differences.

Top teir of fast food would be places like Wendys and Taco Bell (anyone else notice how much Taco Bell has improved in the last couple years?). McCrackolds and BuggerKing aren't even close. I dont even consider those 2 edible food, and always find myself saying, "freinds don't let freinds eat McDonalds." when someone tries to drag me there.

As for sit down dining, an Outback Steakhouse or a Ruby Tuesdays is miles ahead of an Applebees or a TGIF.

To each his or her own. I'll still maintain that, regardless of the "tiers" and how you choose to arrange them, all of the restaurants you and I have mentioned have contributed to the sad state of dietary distress experienced in society these days.

Stack it up however you like it, the result remains the same.

Lia

http://www.fatcalories.com/results/rs_comp...21&Submit6.y=12

Feel free to go google nutrition information yourself if you want. There is a clear difference between a sandwich from McDonalds that isn't even as big and has less calories overall, but is twice as junky with more calories coming from fat and not even half as much protein compared to a comparable sandwich from Wendy's. For one thing when I am forced to eat McDonalds I have to order 3 of them to get full compared to the one from Wendy's.

Something else I found interesting just now is that Subway with thier big health food advertising had some of the highest fat/calorie content on the list. Funny how they always want you to compare a 6 inch (read half a sandwich) to a full hamburger and always compare it to the worst hamburger out there (read McDonalds/BurgerKing).

OahuAmateurChef

November 1, 2006 - 11:56 PM

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TGI Fridays is no worse than Chilis, Applebees, Bennigans or Chi Chi's, and they're all only a step away from Wendys, McDonalds, Burger King or Taco Bell.

I have to disagree. They aren't all just the same. It may depend on the individual resteraunt in your area, but there are definite differences.

Top teir of fast food would be places like Wendys and Taco Bell (anyone else notice how much Taco Bell has improved in the last couple years?). McCrackolds and BuggerKing aren't even close. I dont even consider those 2 edible food, and always find myself saying, "freinds don't let freinds eat McDonalds." when someone tries to drag me there.

As for sit down dining, an Outback Steakhouse or a Ruby Tuesdays is miles ahead of an Applebees or a TGIF.

THERE ARE TWO OUTBACK STEAKHOUSES HERE IN HAWAII,,,

ALOHA

Actually there are four Outbacks on Oahu Island (Seven total among the Hawaiian Islands). Perhaps you should should sample the other two.

HungryApe

November 1, 2006 - 11:57 PM

Sorry JUSTMEAOD if you have some special issue I didn't know about. I think I had you confused with that other guy for a minute there.

OahuAmateurChef

November 1, 2006 - 11:57 PM

Kapolei, Waipio(Kunia), Waikiki, and Hawaii Kai.