Showing posts with label street food. Show all posts
Showing posts with label street food. Show all posts

Thursday, September 1, 2011

San Francisco street food and farmers' markets

By now, you probably know that I've always had a soft spot for farmers' markets that boast fresh, delicious and organic produce, as well as simple and vibrant dishes that celebrate ingredients themselves.  Well now, I've developed an additional obsession - street food.  

Across the country, the concept of street food has been rapidly evolving and expanding so it does not just refer to late-night taco trucks anymore.  In an eclectic and fast-paced city such as San Francisco, the street food craze has taken off.  Before I get into that any more, however, I wanted to share a couple photos of the vibrant produce I recently encountered at the Noe valley farmers' market.



And now, back to my newfound love of street food...

Over the past several months, I've spent countless hours researching food carts across the country in preparation for the San Francisco Street Food Festival that took place earlier this month; however, I waited until then to experience food truck fare for myself.  Here are two delicacies that I enjoyed the most out of a wide array of new cuisines and foods that I sampled.  

-courtesy of Pinx-

-courtesy of The Creme Brulee Cart-

After that eye-opening first encounter, my interest in street food skyrocketed. Thankfully, San Francisco is home to  off the grid, a "mobile food extravaganza" that showcases street food vendors on a daily basis.  I've had the privilege of attending this roaming collection of "gourmet" food trucks twice thus far, and plan on returning many more times.  More info and pictures coming soon!

Sunday, April 17, 2011

I Dream of Weenie

Here’s a little hot dog spot in East Nashville.  The name said enough to spark my interest and the yellow VW bus adds to the whimsical atmosphere.  Here’s a menu and a couple of photos of this clever spot!  Next time I'll be sure to get a couple shots of the yummy weenies themselves!



Frank and to the Point
  Mustard, ketchup, onions, sweet relish.......................$2.50

Slaw Weenie
  Mustard, onions, Home made slaw..............................$3.00

Kraut Weenie
  Spicy mustard, kraut.........................................$3.00

Dill Weenie
  Mustard, onions, dill pickle spear...........................$3.00

Chili Cheese Weenie
  Spicy chili, cheese, mustard onions..........................$3.00

Rebel Yelp
  Tennessee Chow Chow, mustard, onions, jalapeno peppers.......$3.50

Flamin' Frank
  Spicy chili, cheese, mustard, onions, hot salsa, jalapeno
  peppers......................................................$3.50

Pimento Cheese Weenie
  Home made pimento cheese.....................................$3.50

add chili or slaw for 50¢ All weenies served on your choice of 100% Beef, Turkey or Tofu.