Behind the Line

Topic: A Little Bit of Fun

Getting Into the Game

Say you're about to run the marathon. What's your pre-marathon meal consist of?

Chrissycake
I hear you're supposed to load up on carbs? So, since it's also American cheese month...I would boil up some spaghetti or make some fettucini from scratch, toss it in some butter, zest of lemon, LO... more »

Last updated: Oct 5 2011

 

Think fantasy football. You're playing fantasy kitchen. Now give us your "fantasy" line? In other words, who would be cooking in your kitchen?

Melissa2_web[1]
  • Melissa Trimmer
  • Pastry Chef
  • Le Cordon Bleu Chicago, Pastry Chef Instructor
  • Chicago, Illinois
My fantasy line should include a bunch of really famous chefs. But in reality I just want some talented folks who can get along. It would be sure to include a bunch of Lula vets and chicago peeps... more »

Last updated: Aug 21 2012

 

Take me out to the ballgame (and feed me). What is your favorite go-to ballpark snack?

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Camden Yards in Baltimore...home to dem OOOO'S

Last updated: Jul 11 2011

 

OK, it's the biggest TV night of the year and you're hungry. Got any Super Bowl food and beverage traditions?

5trottersaw
Last year for the Superbowl, we made jalapeno-cheese curd brats for our Packers fan customers. Looks like we'll be making them again this year...

Last updated: Jan 14 2012

 

If you work out, what do you eat/drink to fuel up for a workout?

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Most mornings (2 hours prior to a workout) start with a large bowl of steel cut oats that have been cooked with red lentils, flax seeds & some sort of vegetable. Additional fuel comes from seve... more »

Last updated: Jan 3 2012

 

You're on a ski trip. What's your favorite ski lodge fare?

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bourbon

Last updated: Jan 11 2012

 
 

Nothing fuels an athlete like a wholesome bag of trail mix. If you threw together your own snackable hodgepodge, what would your trail mix consist of?

100_2353
  • Nathan Sears
  • Executive Chef/Owner
  • The Radler and D.A.S.
  • Chicago, IL
Let's go with fried wheatberries, dried cherries, macron almonds, sunflower seed, and candied oats.

Last updated: Aug 26 2011

 

What do you go for on the 19th hole?

Fehribach_paul
A Manhattan, preferably Buffalo Trace, straight up with something light to eat.

Last updated: Dec 13 2010

 

Name the food that goes with your favorite sport.

Fehribach_paul
I'm proud to enjoy a hot dog at the baseball park.

Last updated: Dec 13 2010

 

What do you think of your local stadium food? How would you improve it?

Dk
  • David Katz
  • Executive Chef/Owner
  • Philadelphia, PA
My local stadium is Citizen's Bank Park where the Phillies play, but they are NOT my team. The food in that park is sorry too. It is a pretty new clean park and all, but they dropped the ball on th... more »

Last updated: Mar 29 2012

 

Are you into new-school stadium food or do you want to go back to the classics?

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I'm a big fan of the new school of stadium food with a blend of the classics. Its awesome when you can get as excited about the event as you are for the food when you arrive at the stadium. For t... more »

Last updated: Mar 29 2012

 

Beer man! Beer man! What do you wish he was carrying?

Imgres
Something cold and refreshing! I am having a hard time drinking anything heavy these days. Maybe because I have been in the Crockpot of America all summer.

Last updated: Sep 3 2011

 

If you could change ballpark condiments, what would you offer?

Fehribach_paul
Home made stuff - good mustards, ketchups, salsas, and hot sauces. More varieties of pickles.

Last updated: Dec 13 2010

 

Popcorn, peanuts and Cracker Jacks. Add one thing.

100_2353
  • Nathan Sears
  • Executive Chef/Owner
  • The Radler and D.A.S.
  • Chicago, IL
Nachos.

Last updated: Jul 15 2011

 

Bud, Miller, Old Style: What three beers would you replace them with at the ballpark?

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ENOUGH!!!...these beers are great for a baseball game...if you need a Trapiste Ale, or a Stout, Porter...blah blah blah..then go somewhere where you can get them, after the game

Last updated: Jul 11 2011

 

It's football season, and that means tailgating. What's the quintessential tailgating food and drink?

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I love the "idea" of tailgating but can barely get to Soldier Field in time for the 12 noon kickoff! But, tailgating is all about bragging rights for the best food in the parking lot. I t... more »

Last updated: Oct 25 2012