This used to be a Taco Bell.
This used to be Deerhead Hot Dogs - before that, it was a cheesesteak place - and way before that, it was a Texaco.
This used to be a Wendy's.
Sunday, November 20, 2011
Places that used to serve food that are now cash loan businesses - New Castle, DE edition
This used to be a Denny's, and also, the short lived Hot Plate restaurant.
This used to be a Taco Bell.
This used to be Deerhead Hot Dogs - before that, it was a cheesesteak place - and way before that, it was a Texaco.
This used to be a Wendy's.
This used to be a Taco Bell.
This used to be Deerhead Hot Dogs - before that, it was a cheesesteak place - and way before that, it was a Texaco.
This used to be a Wendy's.
Friday, April 15, 2011
U.S.A. vs. Canada - food edition
Here's all the information that Americans and Canadians need in regards to food!
McDonalds - Canadian McD's has different stuff than the U.S. McD's, including the McMini (delicious small chicken sandwiches with a choice of sauces, including pesto, thai and another one I cannot remember), the Double Big Mac (only available in select markets in the U.S., but widely available in Canada) and the Cadbury Creme Egg McFlurry (the best thing I have ever eaten). In addition, the ketchup is more tomato-ey and the fries taste less salty but more flavorful. Canadian McDonalds wins.
Pizza Hut - Canadian Pizza Hut has less delicious grease/butter in the crust than the U.S. Pizza Huts. Pizza Hut in the U.S. is way more delicious than Canada....U.S. Pizza hut wins.
Burger King - Same menu in both countries, besides the poutine that is on the menu in Canada. I didn't like poutine. U.S. Burger King's smell more burger-ey than Canadian Burger King's when driving nearby. U.S. Burger King wins.
Wendy's - Same menu in both countries, and equivalent levels of screwing up my order. Tied.
Tim Hortons vs. Dunkin Donuts - Dunkin Donuts makes delicious donuts in the States and so does Tim Hortons in Canada. Outside of the delicious donut selection, the Dunkin Donuts menu includes some croissant & bagel sandwiches along with hash browns, and used to include pizza as well. Dunkin Donuts also has fountain sodas usually. Tim Hortons has actual sandwiches (turkey club, etc.), chili and a variety of soups, but no fountain sodas, only cans or bottles. As a big fan of turkey club & chili - Tim Hortons wins.
U.S. pizza vs. Canadian pizza - U.S. pizza wins. I have had decent pizza in Canada, but yet to have a phenomenal slice of pizza in Canada. U.S. wins.
McDonalds - Canadian McD's has different stuff than the U.S. McD's, including the McMini (delicious small chicken sandwiches with a choice of sauces, including pesto, thai and another one I cannot remember), the Double Big Mac (only available in select markets in the U.S., but widely available in Canada) and the Cadbury Creme Egg McFlurry (the best thing I have ever eaten). In addition, the ketchup is more tomato-ey and the fries taste less salty but more flavorful. Canadian McDonalds wins.
Pizza Hut - Canadian Pizza Hut has less delicious grease/butter in the crust than the U.S. Pizza Huts. Pizza Hut in the U.S. is way more delicious than Canada....U.S. Pizza hut wins.
Burger King - Same menu in both countries, besides the poutine that is on the menu in Canada. I didn't like poutine. U.S. Burger King's smell more burger-ey than Canadian Burger King's when driving nearby. U.S. Burger King wins.
Wendy's - Same menu in both countries, and equivalent levels of screwing up my order. Tied.
Tim Hortons vs. Dunkin Donuts - Dunkin Donuts makes delicious donuts in the States and so does Tim Hortons in Canada. Outside of the delicious donut selection, the Dunkin Donuts menu includes some croissant & bagel sandwiches along with hash browns, and used to include pizza as well. Dunkin Donuts also has fountain sodas usually. Tim Hortons has actual sandwiches (turkey club, etc.), chili and a variety of soups, but no fountain sodas, only cans or bottles. As a big fan of turkey club & chili - Tim Hortons wins.
U.S. pizza vs. Canadian pizza - U.S. pizza wins. I have had decent pizza in Canada, but yet to have a phenomenal slice of pizza in Canada. U.S. wins.
Sunday, February 27, 2011
My adventures on the Amtrak Adirondack route
I like traveling to Canada - specifically, Montreal & Toronto. One of the easiest methods I have available for traveling to Montreal is the Amtrak station in Wilmington DE, which takes me to New York's Penn Station - there, I catch the Adirondack train to Montreal. This train has some pros and cons - I've read some other reviews online and I thought I'd put some information out there for those who might be considering taking the train up, but aren't sure what to expect.
One thing you should know is that this train will not save you any time - this train will take you almost 12 hours to reach Montreal from NYC (and the same goes for returning from Montreal to NYC). Driving will take you prob. 9 or 10 hours -the Greyhound will take longer than the Amtrak. However, by taking the train, you will not have to worry about tolls, gas, driving & parking, and if you like to drink, you don't have to worry about being behind the wheel while under the influence. You are allowed to bring alcohol into Canada - its always best to check their website for the allowed quantities, but for as long as I can remember, you can bring 24 beers, or 1.5 liters of hard liquor, or 1.4 liters of wine.
One of the things that takes the longest on this trip is going through customs - the train stops at the border both heading north and south, and they screen every single person. That being said, I've never had a bad experience - but I have seen people get pulled from the train & not being allowed to come back on. From what I understand, Canadian customs agents may or may not turn you away based on things that may be on your record - if you've done anything iin your past that seems like something that they could turn you away for, you should definitely call Canadian customs to make sure that you will not have any problems at the border. I don't know what happens if they decide to not let you into Canada when coming in on the train, but there are no car rental places that I have seen at the border.
Back to the actual train though - the seats are fairly confortable with plenty of room to move and stretch out. The have a cafe car where you can buy snacks, sandwiches, beer, wine, etc. (I usually pack my own food & beer to save money though). Beers will run you about $5 - chips cost $1.75. Definitely bring something to entertain yourself - books, portable DVD player, laptop, whatever - you're gonna need it!
The restrooms on the train can get very gross further into the trip. I'll just leave it at that.
The train stops in Albany on the way up, and they'll let you out to smoke if you want to.
The train isn't a bad experience, but it is a lengthy experience. It's also fairly scenic, following the Hudson river and bordering Lake Champlain at different points.
A few other tips;
For those with Smartphones, once you get north of Albany, service gets very choppy. Sometimes you can't even call or text anyone....so, don't count on your phone for entertainment.
Know where you're staying & what you're doing in Montreal - customs will ask.
One thing you should know is that this train will not save you any time - this train will take you almost 12 hours to reach Montreal from NYC (and the same goes for returning from Montreal to NYC). Driving will take you prob. 9 or 10 hours -the Greyhound will take longer than the Amtrak. However, by taking the train, you will not have to worry about tolls, gas, driving & parking, and if you like to drink, you don't have to worry about being behind the wheel while under the influence. You are allowed to bring alcohol into Canada - its always best to check their website for the allowed quantities, but for as long as I can remember, you can bring 24 beers, or 1.5 liters of hard liquor, or 1.4 liters of wine.
One of the things that takes the longest on this trip is going through customs - the train stops at the border both heading north and south, and they screen every single person. That being said, I've never had a bad experience - but I have seen people get pulled from the train & not being allowed to come back on. From what I understand, Canadian customs agents may or may not turn you away based on things that may be on your record - if you've done anything iin your past that seems like something that they could turn you away for, you should definitely call Canadian customs to make sure that you will not have any problems at the border. I don't know what happens if they decide to not let you into Canada when coming in on the train, but there are no car rental places that I have seen at the border.
Back to the actual train though - the seats are fairly confortable with plenty of room to move and stretch out. The have a cafe car where you can buy snacks, sandwiches, beer, wine, etc. (I usually pack my own food & beer to save money though). Beers will run you about $5 - chips cost $1.75. Definitely bring something to entertain yourself - books, portable DVD player, laptop, whatever - you're gonna need it!
The restrooms on the train can get very gross further into the trip. I'll just leave it at that.
The train stops in Albany on the way up, and they'll let you out to smoke if you want to.
The train isn't a bad experience, but it is a lengthy experience. It's also fairly scenic, following the Hudson river and bordering Lake Champlain at different points.
A few other tips;
For those with Smartphones, once you get north of Albany, service gets very choppy. Sometimes you can't even call or text anyone....so, don't count on your phone for entertainment.
Know where you're staying & what you're doing in Montreal - customs will ask.
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Some of the greatest burgers of all time
Hamburgers are awesome.
Tommy's in Las Vegas, Nevada:
Denny's Beer Barrel Pub in Clearfield, Pennsylvania:
Stewarts Brewing Company in Bear, Delaware:
Jake's Hamburgers in Bear, Delaware (burger eating competition):
The Indulgence Burger from Dogfish Head in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware:
Main Street Sliders, Newark, Delaware:
Tommy's in Las Vegas, Nevada:
Denny's Beer Barrel Pub in Clearfield, Pennsylvania:
Stewarts Brewing Company in Bear, Delaware:
Jake's Hamburgers in Bear, Delaware (burger eating competition):
The Indulgence Burger from Dogfish Head in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware:
Main Street Sliders, Newark, Delaware:
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
Review: The pizza at Sheetz (Dillsburg PA)
Most people who know me know that I love Sheetz. The pulled pork, garlic fries, fajitas & subs are some of my favorites.
Recently I was near a Sheetz and got a slice of the pizza. I've had it before, but I've noticed that the flavor/look/weight isn't consistent between stores. It's usually pretty good though, and the slice that I had recently was delicious - perfect cheese/sauce ratio, and delicious toppings (pepperoni, green peppers & diced onions). All slices are made-to-order, which is awesome.
That being said, real pizza shops always make the best pizza....but Sheetz is one of the few places where someone can get a slice of pizza at almost any time of day. That's good news for a jerk like myself.
Recently I was near a Sheetz and got a slice of the pizza. I've had it before, but I've noticed that the flavor/look/weight isn't consistent between stores. It's usually pretty good though, and the slice that I had recently was delicious - perfect cheese/sauce ratio, and delicious toppings (pepperoni, green peppers & diced onions). All slices are made-to-order, which is awesome.
That being said, real pizza shops always make the best pizza....but Sheetz is one of the few places where someone can get a slice of pizza at almost any time of day. That's good news for a jerk like myself.
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