What Should Tallahassee Eat? – Bruegger’s Bagels

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By William Kristoph

Sorry guys, I forgot to take a picture before I gobbled up the bagels with friends. You’ll have to take my word for it on this particular review.

Bruegger’s Bagels (3211 Mahan Dr – Tallahassee, FL) Review

On Sunday, my wife and I had some friends stop by from Texas that were on their way to Tampa. I headed over to the newest Bruegger’s Bagels location on Mahan Drive for a baker’s dozen and a couple of tubs of cream cheese. After a quick stop at Publix, I walked in to Bruegger’s Bagels.

The store is bathed in light and bright colors. The dining area is up front and the layout flows from left to right. I don’t like how the counter and menu signs are hidden by the decorations and faux wall that separates the dining area from the counter, but the overall feel was bright and clean. A young woman behind the counter took my order for baker’s dozen and quickly placed my choices (Plain, Everything, Cinnamon Sugar and Asiago) into a paper bag and handed it to me. I asked her about the cream cheese with the combo and she pointed me to the refrigerated cases where I could grab them. I paid and headed home.
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Smartwatch Craze Coming?

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By William Kristoph

It seems like I’m flooded with “Smartwatch” news lately. First it was Apple, then Samsung answering Apple’s rumor and now it’s Microsoft. Suddenly every tech company with a stake in the mobile world is talking up a smart watch. Oddly enough, I still wear a watch. So, as a techie, I should be excited, right?

Wrong.

Forget that fact that anyone younger than me generally doesn’t wear a watch. I’m not considering them when I think about a smartwatch. As a watch wearer, I don’t understand the appeal of a “Smartwatch” at all. Here’s why:

  • My watch battery lasts for years. Why would I want something that I’ll have to charge?
  • I already have a smartphone with me. What could a smart watch offer that the phone does not?
  • My watch is one of the few pieces of jewelry I wear, it’s unique. Why replace that with a LCD screen?
  • If the watch uses voice commands, why would I want to look like Michael Knight trying to talk to KITT?

Maybe I’m missing something. I fully admit that I missed the appeal of the iPad when it first came out and love mine. But a watch? That’s innovation? What am I missing?

 

Blue Bell Review: Caramel Turtle Cheesecake

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By William Kristoph

Late last week I picked up a half-gallon of Blue Bell Caramel Turtle Cheesecake. Blue Bell brought this flavor out of retirement after conducting a contest online last year where members of their club could vote for a retired flavor to make a comeback. I didn’t vote for Caramel Turtle Cheesecake, but I decided to try it out when I spotted it at Publix.

Caramel Turtle Cheesecake Ice Cream by Blue Bell

Blue Bell’s “Turn Back The Clock” winner, Caramel Turtle Cheesecake Ice Cream

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What Should Tallahassee Eat? – Lenny’s Sub Shop

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By William Kristoph

Lenny’s Sub Shop (Tallahassee, FL) Review

I took a ride over to Lenny’s Sub Shop to try to satisfy another Philly Cheesesteak craving. Lenny’s is on the corner of 6th and Thomasville Road. I suggest approaching from 6th rather than making a left from Thomasville Road if you’re headed there. When I entered, friendly employees greeted me. I took a moment to review the menu and decided to go with the #11 Philly Cheesesteak straight up with a bag of Lenny’s Baked BBQ Chips and a drink.

Philly Cheesesteak at Lenny's Sub Shop

The #11 Philly Cheesesteak at Lenny’s Sub Shop.
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