NYC Tastes

Our final stop in Iceland was to be the famous hot dog cart Baejarins Beztu Pylsur.  We knew there would be a line, we were prepared for that but we weren't prepared for the freezing cold winds whipping off the water that afternoon.  I'll be honest- I didn't even last 60 seconds.  We only had two hours of vacation left and I didn't want to spend them in the freezing cold.  So we headed to Islenski Barinn instead for some food and warmth. Mr. T had been dying to try something different like Puffin or fermented Shark while in Iceland (ewww to both of those) so we ordered Fin Whale with pickled chilies, herbs and citrus dressing.  I absolutely hated the cold, chewy texture of this but I didn't really expect to enjoy it anyway.  I was there to complete my hot dog mission. Slow cooked lamb sausage dog with Bearnaise sauce, pickled cucumbers, fried onions and chives.  Sloppy, meaty & delicious- yes... ...served with some crispy Waff...

I don't make it to the far reaches of Astoria Boulevard much besides a quick trip to Triboro Beverage or a cab ride by on the way to the airport.  But every trip involves a quick pit stop at San Antonio Bakery, home to The "Completeo" a hot dog of epic proportions. This Chilean Dog is topped with chucrut (sauerkraut), diced tomatoes, avocado and mayonnaise all inside a freshly baked bun.  It's crazy delicious and insanely messy.  Don't come with anyone who doesn't love you with sauce all over your face and hands...and if spice is your thing don't forget to pile on the hot sauce. Mr. T thinks the topping to dog ratio is too much; the dog flavor getting lost among the condiments. I say order two dogs- one naked and slip it right inside the bun with the first. No reason not to enjoy this incredible creation to the full extent! San Antonio Bakery 3620 Astoria Blvd. Astoria, NY 11103