Unable to think of a clever title.

I had visions of something else tonight, but couldn't bring it all together in time. I'll have it ready this weekend.

Keeping with the Thursday night hip hop theme, here's a Stretch and Bob from 1994. Not sure of the exact date, but the tracks are banging as always and we got some jokes thrown in there for good measure. There's a special freestyle session with Sear and Bob too. I might make this a recurring post and drop WKCR tapes until the well runs dry. Maybe somebody can listen to them and provide complete tracklistings.

Stretch & Bobbito- No Clue from 1994

Ms. Donnie Baseball Goes Bonkers and I Ate a Brain Sandwich in Evansville.

Ms. Donnie Baseball Arrested.

In 1985 when Donnie was MVP status you think she'd be acting this way? 23 years later and things done changed. Peep Mrs. Mattingly- arrested cause she can't keep away from the Don. Damn Kim. Get your shit together. Not too long ago it was made public that Donnie wouldn't be the bench coach under Torre with the Dodgers for undisclosed family reasons. Not a secret anymore. Donnie's a Yankee for life and we always have love for him so hopefully this mess gets settled and the Mattingly clan can work things out.

Is it creepy that I took pics of his crib when I was in Evansville? Or that I wanted to wait by the gate to yell out the "Donnie Baseball" cheer? In "the Ville" he's just be the same old Don, but to a New Yorker, dude's a legend.



Now on to the more intriguing part of this post... The Brain Sandwich. Yes kiddies, I ate a fried pig brain sandwich at the Hilltop Inn in Evansville, IN. What's in Evansville you ask, one of my favorite things, and it's not brain sandwich. You could say the Hilltop is an Eville landmark, established in 1839. I had talked so much shit about it before I went out there that I couldn't reverse course. When in Rome, you know? It honestly was the most difficult thing I ever ate. Each bite was preceded by a deep breath and prayer not to vomit. I'm usually mad talkative when I chow down, but this was the quietest meal I ever had. I got witnesses. The concentration on each bite was major. I made sure there was an abundance of pickles and onions- you can see them in the bottom right. I ate half and gave the other half away to a lucky man. He already had his own, but wanted to make me feel even worse and like half a man, so he scarfed down that little swine cerebellum, and laughed at me.



Pig brain has the consistency of a sponge. I would imagine all brain has similar texture. And there isn't much flavor. The batter was pretty bland, so that you can fully appreciate the charm and nuances of the offal. It didn't help that the bun was about half the size of the brain. It looked like a yarmulke on a head. That some blasphemous shit right there.

A close up...


I had finally gained comfort in the realization that I would be eating a brain sandwich, a bovine brain that is. When I found out it was pig (after Mad Cow they had to switch it up), I got freaked out. Once I had the sandwich in my paws I don't think the type of brain would have made a difference. I just like to use the old brain switcharoo excuse. I would have housed those cow mentals.

I usually cover only tri-state cuisine, but for the jet setters out there, this will come in handy. Love the midwest, accept it, enjoy it. Sometime you just have to cross state lines. If you're ever in Evansville and need your fix here you go. I hear they're in abundance at Fall Festival too. You'll have to wait for that one.

Hilltop Inn
1100 Harmony Way
Evansville, IN 47720
(812) 422-1757

Howfresh Eats the Vote.

Super Tuesday has come to an end and hopefully all you patriotic souls made it to the polls to hit some switches like the E Double. In all honesty this is some serious shit and if you have the privilege of being able to participate in the election, you sure as shit better. After what this country's been through under the current regime, and what we're currently experiencing with respect to the war and recession, we need to make some changes.

I wish I was able to provide the following information prior to the vote. I have a feeling some of you might have reassessed your positions.

Chow.com breaks down the candidates' favorite foods with the Super Tuesday Eat Sheet. HOLY FUCKING SHIT. I eat like a Republican.

For starters, did you know that Hilary LOVES tacos? Look at her devour that thing.



Did you know that Obama is a real man that can cook?



Kucinich is a vegan. Or is he? Might be on some Akinyele steez. He had a little bout with food poising in 2007. If I'm going to get sick eating tofu and veggies, I might as well stick to burgers and swine. I've thrown up after eating at Uptown Juice Bar. Pumpkin is disgusting.




McCain eats his burgers medium rare- the only way in my opinion. And has no trouble diving into that thing wearing a tie. He is also part owner of Russ & John's, an integrity themed restaurant.


Romney is Un-American. Do you really want him running the country? He takes the skin off his KFC. That's the best part- tasty, oily, crunchy. What's next? No BBQs on July 4th? No hot dogs at the ball game? Plus he loves the Sawx.



Huckabee eats squirrel. Let me rephrase that, he fried squirrels in a popcorn popper and then ate it. He also eats horse. Got to give the man some props for that. Looks like a porkchop to me. He lost close to 120 pounds so he can eat whatever he wants. I don't agree with any of his right wing loony tunes, but having somebody in office that lost close to 120 pounds would be good for this overweight country.



I'm just happy he conceded defeat. (Please disregard the photoshop skills of a 2nd grader.)

Damn Homie...

In '07 you were the men homie, what the fuck happened to you????

I'll tell you- you got beat by NY.

Are the Pats the true epitome of wankstas? Apparently so.

This goes out to you.

Wanksta- 50 Cent

CHAMPIONS!!!!!!!!

The Giants = BALLIN'

Cause Jim Jones says so. I reference this dude way too much. At first it was pretty amusing, but now it's becoming a problem. Anyway, Preach Jimmy, PREACH!!!

Ballin'- NY Giants Remix- Jim Jones

As a NYer and Boston Hater, I really hope Big Blue does their thing. We came oh so close in week 17, and with Eli appearing to have turned the corner, the time is ours. Below should be the outcome.



LET'S GO BIG BLUE!! The Yankees haven't won since 2000 and NY needs a title. Let's put a beating on beantown and show them which city runs this. Make Brady have that Eli look from the early weeks. Huh?????

Street Snacks Vol. 1

It happens all the time, to me at least. You're downtown, starving, haven't eaten a thing all day, and you just need a little bite to provide some sustenance. Just enough to hold you over till your next snack. Today I had a double helping of some instant nourishment. I know you can run into a Mickey D's, BK, taco bell, or any other fast food trap to get the sugar levels up, but I try my hardest not to give into these devil's lairs. It's not that serious, but I try to eat well and rather put healthy products into my system. It might all be the same, but let me think my shit.

So the main aim is to get it quick and be able to eat it while walking or traveling to your next destination. First stop was by Grand Central on 43rd betw. 3rd Ave. and Lexington. Had to meet my brother and he was conveniently parked across the street from 99 Cents Pizza so it was a pretty easy decision. But $2.08 for a slice and Arizona iced tea is pretty unbeatable and all it takes is 30 seconds. The slice is small, maybe 2/3 the size of a regular slice- but even a regular slice has shrunk over the years. It's tasty though, really impressed with the crust and dough. Maybe I was over impressed because it was 3 pm and this was my first meal of the day. Who knows. I'd definitely run in there for a quick bite anytime.





Several hours later, after the slice's healing powers wore off, I was back in the same old situation. Checking out sneakers and fitteds on an empty stomach. I wonder how many shitty purchases I made due to an empty stomach and cloudy mind. You get home open the box and wonder what the fuck compelled you to cop this ugly shit. I was in the east village- 2nd Ave. and 3rd. St. and needed something. Years ago I knew every little spot but you know how the city goes- take some time off and the neighborhood has a makeover. I could have walked to St. Mark's where there are a plethora of spots, favorites being B & H dairy and Cinderella Fallafel, no longer a San Loco fan- but I didn't have the energy to make it up there and I was parked on 4th St. closer to 1st Ave. As I got closer to that corner I saw a sign that said Mexican food open now 1/14/08. I know the space has been there for years. I sublet an apartment on that block years ago for a couple of months and the little hut was churning out grub but never tried it. After checking the menu and seeing empanadas I figured why not. Who am I to say no to an empanada? I know empanadas aren't inherently Mexican, more South American/Central American, but I was cool with that. Hunger prevailed. Ordered a beef and a mushroom for $2.75. I admit, I thought it was really odd to hear mushroom empanada. It was even odder to bite into it and taste shrimp. It happens. Dude's English wasn't great, I was starving, and I probably would have said yes to whatever he said was in there. Turns out the beef empanada was very good. A tasty, savory shell with lightly seasoned chopped meat inside. There could have been more meat, but I enjoyed the crust, so I was cool with it. The shrimp wasn't that great, maybe because I was expecting shrooms, but mainly because he used those tiny chewy shrimp that have that extra fishy flavor. I went back to get more beef, or a chicken or cheese, but the dude ahead of me purchased all of them.




Now I wouldn't consider either of these spots destinations, but if you're in the area, are hungry, and don't have much time, spots like these are a godsend. Keep that mental list handy and you'll be fine. If anybody knows of other quick little bites, share the info. It's always appreciated.