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So, how are those New Year’s Resolutions comings? Fallen off the “eat healthy” bandwagon already because of the release of Burger King’s new Bacon and Cheddar BK Toppers burger? Missed out on that chance to be a nicer person by yelling at the guy in front of you holding up the Subway line while he orders the Chipotle Chicken and Cheese? Personally, I’ve been trying to resolve to spend less money eating out, and definitely less money on mediocre fast food. I already do a lot of cooking on my own, but sometimes a guy just wants that fast food ethos without having to actually get in the care and open the wallet every day. That, and using ones own restroom should the need arise is highly prefered. Fortunately, this is why they invented the freezer section.

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In all my travels over the years I have seen a lot of stuff, but never a White Castle. I’m sure at some point I have been near one, but unlike other elusive fast food establishments, I haven’t really looked for one either. Sliders just don’t make any sense to me. Why not just make them bigger? The appeal of tiny food escapes me. Is it supposed to be cute? I have seen White Castle frozen sliders in grocery stores for pretty much my whole life however. Why have I not given them a try?

Simple, frozen hamburgers aren’t fit for prison food. Stale buns, beef that doesn’t taste like it contains any beef, and what seems like caulk dressed up as cheese for Halloween are what make up this awful frozen travesty. Why am I trying these now? I couldn’t think of anything else to review. With that said, let’s delve into what could be a complete waste of money with White Castle’s Microwavable Hamburgers.

I wanted to get the cheeseburgers, but my local megamart was out. I read that a lot of people have problems cooking these things. There are all sorts of “special” ways to cook these burgers that you can find online, and people seem to swear by their odd techniques. I just followed the package and nuked them for sixty seconds. It worked for Freezer Burns, and they came out perfect for me too. Out of my microwave came perfectly steamed buns with an awesome onion beef smell that filled the room. I was surprised to say the least. Read the rest of this entry →

As a fan of the Washington Nationals, I’m a little down over losing the Prince Fielder Sweepstakes to the Detroit Tigers.  That said, as a National League organization, I wouldn’t want to pay 214 million dollars over 9-years either.  You know you’re old when you remember Cecil Fielder during his top playing days and now see a 27 year old Prince Fielder hitting his peak.  Here’s a McDonald’s commercial from 1992 featuring the chubby duo.

Now’s the time for the McNugget (read our review) versus McBite (read our review) debates.  Chicken McBites are now available nationwide at McDonald’s. 310 calories and 19 grams of fat for the Snack Size.

Juicy bites made with chicken breast meat, in three deliciously poppable sizes.

Attention Louisville, Kentucky and Bakersfield, CA: The Cantina Bell Menu from Taco Bell is coming your way on Thursday, January 26th.

Created by Miami chef Lorena Garcia. Since it will be in test to gauge consumer reaction, it will only be in a couple of markets at this time – Louisville, KY and Bakersfield, CA. The items include $5 tacos, burritos and bowls featuring black beans, cilantro rice and grilled corn salsa, among other new recipes

Taco Bell has partnered with Sony for an upcoming promotion called, “Unlock The Box”, where you can have a chance to win a Playstation Vita from the purchase of the featured $5 Buck Box, the Cheesy Gordita Crunch Box.  Look for it starting Thursday, January 26th.

Beginning January 26, 2012. Fans will have the chance to win a PS Vita before it becomes available in U.S. stores on February 22, 2012, exclusively through Taco Bell.

At participating Taco Bell locations from January 26 through March 11, 2012, Taco Bell and PlayStation fans can “Unlock the Box” for a chance to win a PS Vita. Codes found on Taco Bell’s specially marked $5 Buck Box – which includes a Cheesy Gordita Crunch, Crunchy Taco, Burrito Supreme® and medium fountain drink – can be entered online for an instant chance to win a PS Vita prize pack.