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The Dean

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  1. 36 minutes ago, Beerball said:

    blah blah blah Cozumel blah blah blah

     

    😂

     

     

    Seriously? I thought you were just having a bit of fun, but now I'm not so sure. If you are, it might be time to let him off the hook as he doesn't get the joke.

     

    But if you are actually being serious, why the attitude?  Sheesh give the guy a break.

  2. 2 hours ago, EmotionallyUnstable said:


    My in laws, who moved from Rochester to Buffalo, still order them as “Buffalo Wings” when we go out 🤦🏻‍♂️ 
     

    “How do you want your wings?”

     

    Buffalo. Can we get those extra crispy?

     

    …I just shake my head and telecommunicate an apology to the server. 

     

    I would have shaken my head years ago. Now I see Buffalonians talking about the best wings as being honey mustard, sesame, raspberry glazed (OK, maybe not that, but close).

     

    Way back when, the word got out about the wings in Buffalo, the rest of the country imitated them. Poorly for the most part.  Now places in Buffalo (apparently) are imitating the flavors created in places that couldn't make traditional wings of Buffalo.  IMO the only choices for wings (BUFFALO wings) are mild, medium, hot, xtra hot, etc.  The other flavors might be good but they aren't traditional Buffalo-style wings. So when someone coming to Buffalo aks "Who has the best wings?" I assume they are talking about BUFFALO style wings. But the answers are always mixed with sauces that have nothing to do, whatsoever, with the traditional recipe. 

     

    So now I understand when someone asks for Buffalo wings in Buffalo.

     

    When you go out anywhere in the country, you see Buffalo chicken salad. Buffalo chicken on a pizza, etc. Is that chicken EVER in a honey mustard sauce? I don't think so.

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  3. 13 minutes ago, Augie said:

    The last couple years have been crazy. Restaurants either closed or opening at 50% capacity for lack of staff. I met a “Temp Manager” at a Ritz in California. He lived at the Ritz and had a 90 day contract to manage dining floors.

     

    They put up signs saying “be kind to the people who bothered to show up to serve you”. I have a few regular places with regular people, and you learn to appreciate that. A lot. 

     

    But we want what we want for a meal, and we want it right. It’s not too much to ask. 

     

     

    Rudeness to restaurant staff should never happen. And people should be particularly understanding during these times, IMO. But ordering your meal the way you would like it (within reason, of course) should never be a bother to the staff. 

     

    I've always been drawn to establishments where the  bulk of the staff has been there for years.  Low turnover typically means they pay and treat the employees well. They come to know you and you them.  It just feels better than a place with high turnover. You have to continually train the staff to your tastes/preferences. And even then, they don't seem to care much, knowing they won't be there for long anyway.

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  4. Just now, Augie said:

     

    It is a national embarrassment that the bold had to be typed. Properly should suffice. 

     

    Agreed. But you know that doesn't suffice far too often. Just like pizza. I make sure to order my food the way I want it. I find I have far fewer complaints that way.  I know people who complain about underdone wings/pizza on a regular basis. My first question to them is "Did you order it crispy/well done?" The answer is almost always, "No."  It only take a second to do. I highly recommend it!

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  5. 10 hours ago, ArdmoreRyno said:

     

    We went to "No Name Bar" which was GREAT. Food wasn't spectacular, but a solid 7 out of 10. Lots of alcohol choices. 

     

    But they had a dozen TV with NFL Sunday Ticket and even had the announcers over the speaker system instead of it being muted. If I end up back there during season in the future, I'll def. go there again. They even had Bills stuff on the wall, but they let me add my own sticker and Oklahoma State sticker :)

     

     

     (My dad and I, he's 71 and is as active as a 30 year old... looks more like he's 50!)

     

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    Yes, because NO ONE answered in the "Off the Wall" forum. Not sure anyone ever goes on there. 

     

     

    Glad you had fun. And your dad does look great for his age.

     

    I can't understand why anyone would get upset at you asking the board for a Bills bar rec. This seems to be the perfect place for that question. And I know Off the Wall doesn't get enough action, especially if you are in a bit of a hurry for the info. The Bills Bar website always seems to be woefully out of date. Still worth checking out IMO.

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  6. 2 hours ago, The Jokeman said:

    Welcome back Dean. I'm guessing Poyer's not coming back this season.

     

    It's amazing the giant leaps people make with minimal information. Hines signs: They are done with Cook.  Marlow signs: Poyer is done for the year.  Seriously?  Anyone ever year of depth?

     

    I'm not saying Poyer won't be out. I'm not even sure the Bills know for sure at the moment. Just don't know why you would immediately jump to the most extreme conclusion.

     

    2 hours ago, CLTbills said:

    So we've given up a 6 and a 7 and added quality depth. 

     

     

    Add Moss to what they gave up. But it looks like a classic Beane move that should help the team moving forward, IMO. Nothing splashy, just smart.

     

    There may be a FA move coming, as well.

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  7. 1 hour ago, boater said:

    The Buyer for Duffs should get a raise. Their wings are the meatiest.

     

    My problem with Duffs wings: they are too wet, even when you order them crispy. I like a crisp wing, not a soggy mess.

     

    I wish I liked Duffs more--I live near one.

     

     

    The last time I was able to have Duffs (Sheridan Dr), the wings were served in a bowl of sauce. And they were as crispy as any order of wings I have even had. Properly cooked wings shouldn't lose their crispness due to an excess of sauce, IMO. For the record, I always order my wings Extra Crispy. Maybe that's the difference.

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  8. 3 minutes ago, Gugny said:

     

    We got to the Bar Bill at 4pm that same day (Saturday before the Steelers game).  We ended up waiting three hours for a table.  Granted, we had a party of ten; but three hours is definitely a record.  Luckily it wasn't unbearably cold and it wasn't raining.  And yes ... it was totally worth it!

     

    Outside?

     

    I refuse to wait more than 10-15 minutes unless it is waiting in/at the bar. I can be coerced into a slightly long wait outside IF they'll bring  me a complimentary drink/beer/wine

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  9. 48 minutes ago, DrW said:

     

    An arguably even better source is the German TV show "Rockpalast" that started in 1974 and continues to these days. The list of artists they recorded live is lengthy (google it). Initially (I do not remember for how long) they had Rockpalast Nights, a concert with several bands. Where else can you find Pete Townshend jamming with the Grateful Dead? I would also like to mention that the A/V quality of their shows was phenomenal for the time (the linked song was recorded more than 40 years ago) .

     

     

     

    Rockplaast is AWESOME!

     

    And it just reminded me, if another live album yet to be mentioned. 

     

    Roy Buchanan, Live Stock!

     

    Here's a Rockpalast sample, not one from Live Stock:

     

     

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  10. On 10/21/2022 at 12:47 PM, Tony P said:

    BTW, Joe Bonamassa will be playing at Shea's in Buffalo this Winter. I'll be seeing him at this venue (which I've been wanting to visit for

    awhile now): 

     

    Joe B at The Amp in St Augustine

     

     

     

     

    Pretty good venue. Sound can be iffy depending on where you are sitting. I try to sit close to the sound board.

     

    But it's hard to find a better audience. Very appreciative! 

     

     

    On 10/21/2022 at 10:52 AM, Gugny said:

     

    I've seen Buddy Guy twice as part of the Experience Hendrix tour, but never as a headliner.  Should be great!

     

     

    I've also seen him twice. Both times at the St Augustine Amphitheater.  In his 80s and awesome. 

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  11. 3 minutes ago, msw2112 said:

    While there's probably nothing here (as mentioned above, refs have families, kids, grandkids, etc. who are fans and might like a player), it still is a bad look and shouldn't happen.  This official should be fined or suspended or terminated.

     

    Not to mention there's a possibility it isn't for anyone he even knows. Perhaps a disabled fan who really wanted an Evans autograph, for example.  It looks like two officials running to Evans, one handing something to the other, before Evans signs.  Like could be on a mission for someone. One can simply assume the worst, or think of possibilities that put the action in a better light. The point is, we really have no idea at the moment. It looks like two officials running to Evans, one handing something to the other, before Evans signs. 

     

    Maybe just wait for the explanation before damming him for abusing his contact with the player for any personal gain. If that turns out to be the case, then by all means bash the guy. 

     

    Now, if you want to say it was handled poorly, potential bad optics, that's fair, IMO.  I'm guessing there was a better way/time/place to go about that. But understand, bad optics aren't nearly as bad as bad actions.  It would behoove the league to issue a statement ASAP to address this, IMO.

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  12. 52 minutes ago, Chicken Boo said:

    He was on a tear.  Tough break.

     

    *I just re-read this and cringed.  Yikes.  No pun intended, I swear.  I wanted the Bills to draft Breece.  Genuinely feel bad for him. 

     

     

    I would have LOVED for the Bills to draft Breece. But he was LONG gone by the time I would have made that move.

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  13. 2 minutes ago, TBBills Fan said:

    I believe it is. I'm a bit north of Tampa now so st Pete is a solid hour drive so I don't really spend very much time there. I love obriens in Brandon so.if anyone is in the area for a bills game, check out obriens!

     

     

    Excellent tip. Thanks. I plan to hit TB Downs at some point, so may turn it into a weekend and catch the Bills somewhere out there.

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  14. 3 minutes ago, TBBills Fan said:

    I go wayyyy back to the BBMB. early 2000s.  Bad the same name there  My name is quite original.  TB for Tampa Bay. Bills fan, because I'm a Bills fan.  So clever

     

     

    Ever been to the Buffalo City Bar and Grill in St Pete?  I was there several years ago and had a good time. Do you know if it is still there/good?

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