Friday, March 20, 2015

Fowl Cow Burgers Complete My Friday

Sorry East Coast! In the West, the first day of spring, is actually spring, and it’s here to stay. (Knock on wood! We don’t want to get too cocky.)

There’s this overwhelming feeling of life everywhere that’s helping to make this Friday much more exciting. Part of it has to do with March Madness kicking off in a big way. (This may or may not have something to do with the Utah Utes advancing to the next round. March 21 here we come!)  Another part might be the 70° weather. All in all, everything just feels great.

 I’ve got to admit, there is one thing that can take today, and every day, to the next level. Give me one good burger, and my whole day is made.

I know, I know. We all love a good burger, but for me, good burgers have always been an obsession.  I have favorite places depending on whether I’m feeling classic, flavorful, or quirky. Figuring out my perfect burger mood is practically a science!

Luckily, this week, I don’t have to think about it so hard! Winger’s finally debuted their new Fowl Cow Burgers (which might not seem like a “finally” moment to you, but for someone who’s spent the last month and a half staring at pictures, this is the definition of “finally.”) We’re talking about a moist chicken breast, flavor-filled burger, and two types of cheese, all on the same bun. If you want to amp it up, you can get the Porker Burger with bacon or the Barnyard with bacon and a fried egg, never mind the Barn and Garden with bacon, egg, and grilled jalapeno. It might seem like we’re challenging you with these options; because we are. The challenge is real, and it’s even more delicious.

The Barn and Garden Burger in all it's glory. See what I mean by "finally"?
This burger is making my Friday! So much so, I don’t know if I’ll ever be able to turn back.

Friday, January 30, 2015

Sticky Finger Party Platter = Super Sunday Brilliance

I’m not a massive football fan. (I know, that’s a weird thing for a wing lover to admit!) I enjoy live games, but I have no team loyalty and no invested interest in the outcome of the game.

That being said, I do love the big game coming up this Sunday. It’s not really about who wins or who loses, and it’s definitely not about the commercials. (Although, the day after Super Sunday, I once had a class where we spent the whole two hours analyzing the commercials. Best. Day. Ever.)

So, if it’s not the actual game or the commercials, what makes me love this Sunday?

I love the food. And I’m not the only one! According to the National Chicken Council, this Sunday is the second biggest eating day of the year. Here’s my theory: four hours of concentrated hang-out time with friends and finger food leads to some of the best eating experiences…every single year. I’ve never been to a Super Sunday party that didn’t have a ton of people talking and yelling and eating all at the same time. One of the things I’ve learned from this yearly party is that a truly great Super Sunday has food to match everyone's energy.

That’s why I’m taking a Winger’s Sticky Finger party platter to my friend’s house this year. We don’t call the sauce Amazing for nothing, and not even a 50 Finger Platter will last the whole game. (There’ll only be 10 of us, but one platter won’t even make it to half time.)

I’m already prepping my appetite for Sunday. Bring on the football! Bring on the commercials! Most of all, bring on the Sticky Fingers!

And don't forget, Winger's does more than Sticky Finger Platters. Check out the variety in the image above. It's an unstoppable party pleaser!