Friday, January 16, 2009

Fantasy Lapides comments on the ASA's list of Top 50 Broadcasters

One of my listeners sent me a link the American Sportscasters Association's list of Top 50 sportscasters. I reviewed it and I've got to tell you, this list is horrendous. Besides the fact that I was not asked to contribute, here are 3 reasons why you can safely dismiss this list:

#10 Dick Emberg - this hack? you've got to be kidding me. 

#35 Chris Berman - seriously? he's a moron.

#39 Bill Walton - I'm speechless.

Furthermore, a list of great sportscasters that omits John Ward is worthless. Now, we  all agree that the Tennessee Vols are just about the most obnoxious college program around, but we can't deny John Ward's greatness.

Thursday, January 15, 2009

Fantasy Lapides Ranks Top Sausages

Nothing hit's the spot like hot, juicy sausage. I've been alive a very long time and I've eaten a whole lot of them. Here's my list of the top sausages.
  1. Boudin - irreplaceable, I can't imagine New Orleans without it.
  2. Chorizo - any mexican restaurant without it on the menu should be shut down immediately. 
  3. Vienna - trashy? yes, but I'm not proud.
  4. Andoule - eating one a week is the secret to my virility and longevity.
  5. Kielbasa - also called Polish Sausage, but I like to be authentic. 
  6. Bangers - good to eat and fun to say.
  7. Breakfast - links or patties, I'm not picky.

I recommend Kielbasa sold under the Starling Label from the Fineberg Packing Company. They don't make the other types of sausage, but if they did I would recommend them.

Saturday, January 10, 2009

Places NOT to eat in Memphis

Over the years, I've told readers and listeners about many of the best places to eat in Memphis and around the country. Today, I'm going to tell you the places you should avoid. These places are horrid. 
  1. El Chico - simply atrocious. Not one edible item on the menu.
  2. Applebee's - bland, boring. Don't bother.
  3. O'Charley's - ditto.
  4. Blue Plate Cafe - ought to be good, but it isn't.
  5. Bahama Breeze -not worth the drive.
  6. Whatever restaurant is currently at the northeast corner of Cooper and Young - that location is cursed.
  7. McAllister's - except for the tea, nothing good here.
  8. Molly's - living on past glories. Totally overated now. 
  9. P.F. Chang's - chinese chain is an oxymoron.
  10. Erika's - vomit inducing. Might be closed.

Wednesday, January 07, 2009

Fantasy Lapides remembers password, resumes blog

Folks, after all this time I'm still trying to figure out this darn inter-net. I finally found my password and am ready to resume blogging. More importantly, I've learned about twitter and have bought an account from them. Follow my twitters at http://twitter.com/georgelapides.

In the meantime, stop by Oak Hall this week for the semi-annual trunk sale. They've got some kind of deal on men's slacks.