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Post by mikef6 on Feb 5, 2019 22:14:44 GMT
I just saw a sign as I sped down an Interstate highway. It flashed by. I could see it off to the right: it said “All American Food.” That’s all I know. I talked it over with My Lovely Wife: what is American food, anyway? Steak. Hamburgers. People of most cultures have been eating beef since before recorded history. Most food we eat was either inspired by or is identical to food eaten worldwide. It’s not like Italian food identified with pasta. So, what did the sign mean? What are they offering? My Dark Side whispered that they were MAGAs who were rejecting foreign influence in food. I’ve seen other kinds of businesses advertising “American Owned and Operated.” I know exactly what they mean and never patronize those businesses. Is that what “All American Food” meant?
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Post by wickedkittiesmom on Feb 5, 2019 23:11:13 GMT
Big Macs
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Post by staggerstag on Feb 6, 2019 0:08:44 GMT
Does any other country in the world eat 'grits'? I'm not sure but I'm doubtful. There may be some variations/versions of grits outside the US but I'm pretty sure real grits originated in the South US.
I tried proper grits once and I quite liked it. I was expecting a Joe Pesci moment like in My Cousin Vinny but rather enjoyed my order of it, with black pepper on it.
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Post by goz on Feb 6, 2019 0:11:33 GMT
I love this thread!
I am about to visit USA ( well in May/June) and I would love to know what food this Board thinks would be typical of All American Food.
Where I live we already have Maccas, KFC and American pizza and coffee places so that would be no novelty.
What should I look out for? I am going to Denver and NYC, passing through LAX.
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Post by No_Socks_Here on Feb 6, 2019 3:00:05 GMT
Gotta be burgers & fries.
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Post by mikef6 on Feb 6, 2019 3:42:39 GMT
Does any other country in the world eat 'grits'? I'm not sure but I'm doubtful. There may be some variations/versions of grits outside the US but I'm pretty sure real grits originated in the South US. I tried proper grits once and I quite liked it. I was expecting a Joe Pesci moment like in My Cousin Vinny but rather enjoyed my order of it, with black pepper on it. You may have something there. Grits are made from hominy which is a form of corn. Corn is a New World grain. Maybe that restaurant serves only Native American foods. Grains and meats that originated in the Americas. And if this is not true for that particular establishment that I saw, it is a great idea if you are looking to start a unique eatery. |
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Post by staggerstag on Feb 6, 2019 4:08:06 GMT
I love this thread! I am about to visit USA ( well in May/June) and I would love to know what food this Board thinks would be typical of All American Food. Where I live we already have Maccas, KFC and American pizza and coffee places so that would be no novelty. What should I look out for? I am going to Denver and NYC, passing through LAX. I tried quintessentially American foods for the first time and made a thread about my six most favourite. There are some good recommendations from American posters here too. You are in for a gastronomic treat! If you haven't already seen it, here's the recs : imdb2.freeforums.net/thread/137763/6-favourite-foods-eaten-usa |
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Post by staggerstag on Feb 6, 2019 4:16:10 GMT
You may have something there. Grits are made from hominy which is a form of corn. Corn is a New World grain. Maybe that restaurant serves only Native American foods. Grains and meats that originated in the Americas. And if this is not true for that particular establishment that I saw, it is a great idea if you are looking to start a unique eatery. I should have loved to have come across such a restaurant during my various stays in the US, yes! |
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Post by Sandman on Feb 6, 2019 18:29:17 GMT
I love this thread! I am about to visit USA ( well in May/June) and I would love to know what food this Board thinks would be typical of All American Food. Where I live we already have Maccas, KFC and American pizza and coffee places so that would be no novelty. What should I look out for? I am going to Denver and NYC, passing through LAX.     |
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Post by sweetpea on Feb 6, 2019 19:37:10 GMT
I love this thread! I am about to visit USA ( well in May/June) and I would love to know what food this Board thinks would be typical of All American Food. Where I live we already have Maccas, KFC and American pizza and coffee places so that would be no novelty. What should I look out for? I am going to Denver and NYC, passing through LAX. Denver omelette & Rocky Mountain Oysters  |
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Post by NJtoTX on Feb 6, 2019 20:27:49 GMT
Meat loaf, mashed potatoes, mac & cheese, hot dogs, corn, apple pie, vanilla ice cream, Coke? Ham, too.
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Post by Jep Gambardella on Feb 6, 2019 21:22:46 GMT
I just saw a sign as I sped down an Interstate highway. It flashed by. I could see it off to the right: it said “All American Food.” That’s all I know. I talked it over with My Lovely Wife: what is American food, anyway? Steak. Hamburgers. People of most cultures have been eating beef since before recorded history. Most food we eat was either inspired by or is identical to food eaten worldwide. It’s not like Italian food identified with pasta. So, what did the sign mean? What are they offering? My Dark Side whispered that they were MAGAs who were rejecting foreign influence in food. I’ve seen other kinds of businesses advertising “American Owned and Operated.” I know exactly what they mean and never patronize those businesses. Is that what “All American Food” meant? "All-American" is a common expression used in many different contexts and I've never thought it had any xenophobic overtone. |
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Post by divtal on Feb 6, 2019 22:42:08 GMT
One of my all-time favorite contributors to the F&D board was "Mrs. Gideon," who lived(s), in the Pennines, in the north of England. Unfortunately, she opted out of participation some months before the IMDb "break-up." ( There's a light in the window for you, Mrs. Gideon.  ) Mrs. Gideon once posted something similar about foods from the U.S.. That article claimed that the Caesar Salad is the truest "all American dish," at least in terms of origin. Many people would think of the hamburger. That would probably have been my first thought. However, there are cuisines that pre-date U.S./American diet, which involve the format of meat ... often chopped or shredded ... cooked, and contained in a bread, or other starch; piroshki, taco, enchilada, pork-bun, meat pie, or even lasagna. So, as "all American," as the burger seems, evidently, we came late to the game (and added mustard and pickles). |
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Post by klawrencio79 on Feb 7, 2019 16:20:20 GMT
I love this thread! I am about to visit USA ( well in May/June) and I would love to know what food this Board thinks would be typical of All American Food. Where I live we already have Maccas, KFC and American pizza and coffee places so that would be no novelty. What should I look out for? I am going to Denver and NYC, passing through LAX. If you're heading to NY, you should definitely try to grab a slice of pizza from a real NY place. Not "Rays Famous" or any of those garbage chain places, but a real divey looking place on the corner. It'll depend on where in NY you're staying. If you say the general area ( e.g., midtown, Upper East Side, Brooklyn) I could give you some pointers. Either some great spots in those areas or if you're looking for a true localized experience, I'd suggest going the pizza route, and trying to grab a sandwich from Katz deli. I'm going to Denver in April! |
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Post by koskiewicz on Feb 7, 2019 17:49:51 GMT
BBQ'ed baby back ribs (pork)
Mac & cheese
Pulled pork sammich w/Memphis style BBQ sauce
Chicago style hot dog
Chicago style deep dish pizza
Smoked candied salmon
Broiled Lake Superior white fish
Saganaki (this is considered a Greek dish but was originated in Chicago)
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Post by goz on Feb 7, 2019 21:32:02 GMT
I love this thread! I am about to visit USA ( well in May/June) and I would love to know what food this Board thinks would be typical of All American Food. Where I live we already have Maccas, KFC and American pizza and coffee places so that would be no novelty. What should I look out for? I am going to Denver and NYC, passing through LAX. If you're heading to NY, you should definitely try to grab a slice of pizza from a real NY place. Not "Rays Famous" or any of those garbage chain places, but a real divey looking place on the corner. It'll depend on where in NY you're staying. If you say the general area ( e.g., midtown, Upper East Side, Brooklyn) I could give you some pointers. Either some great spots in those areas or if you're looking for a true localized experience, I'd suggest going the pizza route, and trying to grab a sandwich from Katz deli. I'm going to Denver in April! Thankyou. Yes I will be staying for a week 'in the thick of it' for a wedding. Denver end of April for me on the way for meetings. |
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Post by klawrencio79 on Feb 7, 2019 21:37:04 GMT
If you're heading to NY, you should definitely try to grab a slice of pizza from a real NY place. Not "Rays Famous" or any of those garbage chain places, but a real divey looking place on the corner. It'll depend on where in NY you're staying. If you say the general area ( e.g., midtown, Upper East Side, Brooklyn) I could give you some pointers. Either some great spots in those areas or if you're looking for a true localized experience, I'd suggest going the pizza route, and trying to grab a sandwich from Katz deli. I'm going to Denver in April! Thankyou. Yes I will be staying for a week 'in the thick of it' for a wedding. Denver end of April for me on the way for meetings. Well, if you have time to kill and want some recs, just let me know what you're thinking and I'll offer my two cents. I am well versed in the NY food offerings as well as some killer cocktail bars if that suits your fancy. Otherwise, enjoy our awesome city! |
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Post by nutsberryfarm 🏜 on Feb 12, 2019 1:28:06 GMT
I love this thread! I am about to visit USA ( well in May/June) and I would love to know what food this Board thinks would be typical of All American Food. Where I live we already have Maccas, KFC and American pizza and coffee places so that would be no novelty. What should I look out for? I am going to Denver and NYC, passing through LAX. denver: |
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Post by nutsberryfarm 🏜 on Feb 12, 2019 1:31:48 GMT
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Post by nutsberryfarm 🏜 on Feb 12, 2019 1:34:39 GMT
I just saw a sign as I sped down an Interstate highway. It flashed by. I could see it off to the right: it said “All American Food.” That’s all I know. I talked it over with My Lovely Wife: what is American food, anyway? Steak. Hamburgers. People of most cultures have been eating beef since before recorded history. Most food we eat was either inspired by or is identical to food eaten worldwide. It’s not like Italian food identified with pasta. So, what did the sign mean? What are they offering? My Dark Side whispered that they were MAGAs who were rejecting foreign influence in food. I’ve seen other kinds of businesses advertising “American Owned and Operated.” I know exactly what they mean and never patronize those businesses. Is that what “All American Food” meant? ray's drive in kokomo, indiana was my first thought. a pork tenderloin sammy! yums!   |
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