Every couple of weeks, your humble FOOD ADVENTURERS will offer a feature called

The Mushroom Swiss Burger

“Small Bites,” which is simply a quick take on some of our local food favorites.

Here are our “Small Bites” for 1/19/2012:

MUST EATS:

The MUSHROOM SWISS BURGER at GEORGE’S RESTAURANT:

For years, we heard about this great little restaurant up on North Dixie Drive called George’s Family Restaurant from our parents. We decided to meet up for a lunch a few weeks ago. The waitress suggested the Mushroom Swiss Burger because they actually mix the mushrooms right into the hamburger patties. This was one of the tastiest and most juicy burgers that we have had in a long time. We are not talking “juicy” in the sense that grease is dripping down your fingers, but a really good grade of beef. Food Adventures Crew also ordered a side of onion rings which I consider to be some of the best I have ever had. These are not the frozen variety that they pull out of a box — they are hand cut, battered and deep fried to perfection.

We loved George’s Restaurant and cannot wait to come back! Just another example of how we should listen to our parents more often.

FIG VANILLA BLACK PEPPER LATTE at GHOSTLIGHT COFFEE:

The Unique Fig Vanilla Black Pepper Latte

There is nothing like a great cup of coffee to warm yourself up in the cold winter months. I recently visited the newly established Ghostlight Coffee in Historic South Park and I believe I have found one my favorite lattes of all time. One may say that idea of black pepper in a latte isn’t very appealing, but with one taste of this unique coffee drink, you will be hooked. Ghostlight Coffee has a cool vibe and the baristas take pride in the drinks they create. Give this place a chance and support a local coffee house! Check them out at 1201 Wayne Avenue or www.ghostlightcoffee.com

THE BIG RAGU SUGGESTS:

THE CROC BITES at CROCODILE LOUIES:

Croc Bites made from Crocodile meat

Have you ever eaten crocodile? Well on Wilmington Pike in Kettering, you can get your chance! Food Adventures tried the deep fried delicacy at Crocodile Louies and we loved them! the bites are made from crocodile tail meat, and are tender and delicious. The clincher is the spicy Thai sauce that is served with these bites for dipping purposes. Try this value priced appetizer and you can have your own Food Adventure with the exotic taste of crocodile. The casual atmosphere makes it easy to sit back and watch your favorite game with a cold beverage.

THE TUNA SUBS AT JERSEY MIKES:

Tantalizing Tuna Sub

Sandwiches are everywhere, so it really takes a special one to stick out. Jersey Mike’s does just that with their on-site mixed tuna salad. Known for slicing their deli meats as you order your sandwich, what you might not know about this sub shop in Centerville, is that they have a killer Tuna Salad. The Big Ragu really likes the fact that there are no chunks of eggs in this tuna salad, one of his pet peeves. We suggest ordering the medium sub for less than $6 and you will be full for sure. We also recommend ordering it “Mikes way” which means with Onions, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Vinegar, Oil and Spices. Looking for a cold, fresh, bold tasting sub? Try Jersey Mike’s Tuna Salad Sub. You can even order it in a wrap.

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