Laura C. Allan

The Front Porch has been around since 2006 & it's still offering up serious Southern hospitality. If you're in the area give it a visit & don't sleep on the Dr. Pepper braised short rib if it's currently on the menu. Absolutely to die for.

#thefrontporch #foodsky #sanfrancisco #restaurant #guyfieri

To be crystal clear: I love my Buldak so hot I can barely breathe. My profile pic is evidence of this fact. But, for those who occasionally like to take some edge off the heat, there are a few helpful tips here.

#foodsky #foodhacks #buldak #ramen #spicy

Want to know a truly TERRIBLE way to lose weight? The David Bowie diet. I adore Bowie, but he was definitely a troubled man who made many bad decisions in his life. At one point, he lived purely off of drugs, milk, and peppers. Really, that's it.

#bowie #milk #peppers #diet #eightloss #foodsky

Lennon had a complicated relationship with food. That's... putting it mildly. However, he was a huge blood pudding fan. Incidentally, I quite like it too!

#bloodpudding #foodsky #englishbreakfast #johnlennon #breakfast #foodhistory #beatles

Have you heard of the Pizza Principle? When I started researching, I was pretty fascinated that someone noticed this correlation to begin with. I think it's also very telling about the state of our nation that it's vanishing more with each passing year.

#foodsky #inflation #pizza #pizzaprinciple

If you enjoy the Filet-o-fish sandwich at McDonalds, you should know that the sandwich only exists because of a bet. Well, and also because of pineapple.

#foodsky #mcdonalds #filetofish #lent #fish #foodhistory #raykroc #hulaburger

Yes, really! A blender! Though... probably not the kind of blender you have at home...

That's a partner company to the one I write for, so I REALLY hope it's a good one. ;)

Do you remember these? They are kind of a flicker in my memory, but I genuinely thought they were around for longer than that. Were you a fan and do you miss them?

#Wendys #frescata #discontinued #foodsky #fastfood #sandwich #retrofood

So, I wrote this in kind of shock. I didn't realize that many people were unaware that yogurt is a main ingredient in many Indian curries, not coconut milk or cream. Not shading people who didn't know, I'm just... surprised! :)

#foodsky #foodhacks #yogurt #curry #indian #dahi #coconutmilk #cooking

You'll have to fill me in on the results of your experiment. I worry about acids curdling the sauce or separating it, but we'll see!

As much as I do want to eat my entire bodyweight of this stuff, I also kinda would like to make my own from scratch. I can make a mean alfredo, so why not?

#foodsky #traderjoes #gochujang #fusilloni #pasta #new

Have YOU tried it yet? If so, let me know I am SO curious...

#foodsky #wendys #chili #baconator #new

I am going to do this... as soon as I have a proper meat refrigerator, lol. I know people who do this regularly, and they absolutely swear by it.

#foodsky #foodhacks #beef #savings

Do you live near SF and have a hankering for pastries? Then you need to try this place. There's a new location opening in Palo Alto too, if you don't want to go all the way into The City.

#croissants #Arsicault #pastries #restaurants #baking #sanfrancisco #review #foodsky

IMPORTANT! Massive recall in effect for the Midwest! The FDA has released a list of products impacted by contamination, and it's around 2,000 different items! I included info on what to do and how to find out if you've bought tainted products.

#Recall #foodsky #fda #safety #contamination #classII

Give This Easy Weeknight Dinner A Mexican-Inspired Lift With A Single Ingredient - The Takeout

Weeknight dinners are supposed to be easy, but that doesn't mean they have to be bland. Give this popular dinner a Latin remake with this flavorful ingredient.

I will absolutely shout this hack from the rooftops! I've recommended it to so many, & it's so easy. I live in an area with good climate, so I don't have to do the water method. I just stick the butts into the soil & a week later I have green onions.

#foodsky #foodhacks #greenonions #gardening #diy

My boy Mark lived in my area of the country for only a short time, but it made a lasting impression on him. Especially the oysters! I've had Olympia's only once, and they were truly unique.

#foodsky #foodhistory #marktwain #olympia #oysters #seafood

If you frequent Trader Joe's you've probably spotted their pizza cream cheese. Maybe you even tried it! If so, did you like it?

Because it's a WILD flavor ride, and I know a lot of customers are hoping it doesn't end up as a limited-time offering after all.

#foodsky #traderjoes #pizza #creamcheese

YES. FINALLY. Okay, I know it should be simple, but cutting between these things is SUCH a pain. Here's hoping that the perforated lines between each package actually tear clean this time...

#foodsky #foodnews #costco #chicken #update #breakingnews

This profile is for, has been for, and will continue to be for my food works. It isn't meant to be politically-focused in ANY capacity. But let me be apparent, just this once:

>Fuck Ice.<

That is all.

EXACTLY. I am glad this resonates with those who understand the proper respect due a mussion burrito. :)

Does anyone else recall Franco American canned mac and cheese?? It had a flavor that lives in my head rent free to this day.

#foodsky #francoamerican #cannedfood #macandcheese #discontinued #retrofood #nostalgia

I try to stick mostly to facts I can back up with sources. My statement that burritos should be unwieldy, disquietingly heavy, etc was alllll me, no source given lol.

I don't know WHY my editor let me get away with describing Mission burritos this way, but they did, & I'm happy. My loved ones & I have strong opinions on what makes a good burrito of this style, which you'll find at the end of the article.

#burrito #mission #sanfrancisco #foodsky #foodhistory

If you've ever been to San Francisco, I'm betting you already know where this chocolate wall is. ;)

#Ghirardellisquare #ghirardelli #sanfrancisco #chocolate #waterfall

I have exactly TWO pieces in my collection. One is cracked ever so slightly, so it never comes out from the leaded glass curio. The other I do take out to show off, but I would NEVER EVER eat off of it. And, despite temptation, neither should you.

#uraniumglass #antiques #thrifting #dangerous #glow

Dollar store meals are nothing to be ashamed of & you should know how to get the most food for your dime. If you're seeking protein, beans offer a way to get it without spending on pricy beef or chicken. You just have to know what you're doing with them.

#foodsky #dollarstore #budget #foodhacks

The Key Differences Between Marmite And Vegemite - The Takeout Marmite and Vegemite may not be big in the United States, but they're huge across the pond. If you want to try either, you should know their differences.

Want to upset an Australian? Tell them that Vegemite and Marmite are the same. Go ahead and give it a try if you're daring, just be prepared for special levels of swear words. :) Or, you can learn a little about how they're different instead?

#marmite #vegemite #australia #swearing #foodsky #yeast