Abundance of Absurd

Bourbon. Bacon. Jam. Enough Said.

2011-02-20T11:25:00.000-05:00

The evil geniuses at 'evil shenanigans' have posted an awesome recipe for Bacon Bourbon Jam on their site, complete with step by mouthwatering step pictures. This is pure, uncut, bacon crack. Use in moderation to avoid possible addiction.

Bacon, but better. Everything is better with alcohol.

Effective Disguises On A Budget.

2011-02-20T10:09:00.002-05:00

The 'NeatoShop' is always the go-to place for cool/odd/geeky gifts, but this one caught my eye. For those who are follicle challenged, are looking for a quick disguise, or as the description says; "be hip without the commitment of a tattoo", I give you the "Fingerstache". Put one of these temporary tattoos on your finger, hold it up to your lip, and voila! You are now hip, wise, and have the persona of your favorite spy. Enjoy!

I think these are standard issue at the CIA.

The Most Kick-Ass Car In The History Of The World. Period.

2011-02-19T11:34:00.000-05:00

Behold the Pagani Huayra, quite possibly the car that has been in the dreams of every car-loving kid since they were old enough to dream. What you need to know: it's Italian, it's top speed is 230 mph, it will be available in the US later this year, and at $1.4 million (?!) you probably aren't in the market for one. But, at least you can check out the AutoBlog site which has a ton of awesome, hi-def pics to oogle and/or drool at. Enjoy!

A super-car if Superman was in the market for a car.

What To Do When You're In South America And Can't Find Bacon.

2011-02-13T10:22:00.000-05:00

I've seen these giant ants (2 cm big) before, but never with a description of "tastes like bacon". I'm guessing that's just a marketing ploy. Oh, and they're full of vitamins! Hmmmm, another marketing ploy. And if that isn't enough, just in time for Valentine's Day, they are considered (in some cultures) as an aphrodisiac. There, the triple crown of marketing ploys. Score! Thanks to the Consumerist blog.

Bacon-flavored ants; what's not to like?!

Another Stupid/Brilliant Idea Poised To Take Over The World.

2011-01-23T20:40:00.000-05:00

From the "why didn't I think of it" file, leave it to the Japanese to come up with something else so stupid and inane that everyone would want one: light-up smiles. The NY Times reports that these LED smiles are taking the shores of Nippon by storm and consist of - basically - a sports mouthpiece with embedded LEDs that light up. No excuse for getting hit by a car at night now. Check out the accompanying video in the article.

What did you eat to turn your teeth that color?

Burger King's Stuffed Burger Has Arrived. Rejoice(?)!

2011-01-18T16:13:00.000-05:00

In what is promising to be the first of many new, exciting burgers, Burger King has come out with the first gut-bomb of the new year: The Stuffed Burger. Using the slogan "In it, not on it", BK stuffs jalapenos and cheddar cheese inside its Steakhouse burger and tops it with a creamy poblano sauce. Nutrition information - if you are ready - 590 calories, 34 grams of fat and 1,240 mg of sodium. Not too bad, right? Enjoy!

Have it your way...stuffed!

"If it's not Scottish, it's Crap!"

2010-12-30T08:02:00.000-05:00

Flavored potato chips are nothing new, but a Scottish company has decided to add a definitely local taste to its chips. Mackie's Scottish Potato Chips (or 'crisps' as they are known on the island) have added the taste of haggis, a traditional dish consisting of sheep offal, to their chips. In a less than stellar review, the taste is described as; "surprisingly more delicious than it sounds." Another featured flavor that got my attention, and may be more worthy of a try, Flame-grilled Aberdeen Angus. Enjoy!

Not you average chips.

The World's Most Perfect Food.

2010-12-29T19:33:00.000-05:00

You may have never heard the name Vilhelm Lillefläsk, but this man should be in the food Hall of Fame. The Swedish WW2 veteran (still alive and kicking) is the creator of Squeeze Bacon. Yes, bacon that can be squeezed from a ketchup-like bottle. Check out the site where you can get some of your own. Amazing!

Squeezy, bacon-y deliciousness!

Bacon As An Art Form.

2010-12-20T17:44:00.000-05:00

Mike Geno is an artist who has chosen to memorialize bacon on canvas (paper, actually), and it looks good enough to eat. I'd put these on my walls with pleasure, though I might be continually hungry. Check the site out for yourself.

Mmmmmm, canvas bacon.

Ho, Ho, Ho...Not!

2010-12-20T11:09:00.000-05:00

Tender moments from an obviously over-served Santa. Note the bumper face plant. Good stuff, and a cautionary tale to all you budding Santas out there.

Pork Nativity Scene.

2010-12-10T17:19:00.000-05:00


Photo: Wenn.com

A plethora of pork and a blanket of kraut make this the most jolly (and fattening) of depictions. Yum!

O come all ye...hungry.

Now I'm In The Spirit.

2010-12-03T08:33:00.000-05:00

A Canadian lingerie company decided that the best way to show their wares (and get tongues a waggin') this holiday season was to do a commercial with a bevy of attractive females (called the 'Cup Size Choir') from A to G...cup size that is. Happy watching!

I hope they come carolling to my door.

Why, Why, Why?

2010-12-02T23:28:00.000-05:00

Because there is no limit to the tastelessness that is the Xmas season, I bring you the thing every parent is hoping for their pre-pubescent daughter...a tassel t-shirt. This "piece of art" as the British-based website calls it, will only set you back about $600. How many can I put you down for?

Pole dancer in training?

Bacon Xmas Cards?! It Had To Happen.

2010-12-01T19:43:00.000-05:00

I have been looking for suitable Xmas cards for this year, and being a bacon lover (No! Really?!), I think I have found what I'm looking for. A quick visit to the Etsy website found these cards, featuring a bacon Xmas tree. Enjoy, and order soon!

Oh, and I'll be doing a post down the road on the creator(s) of these cards.

Cards for carnivores.

Get In The Holiday Spirit...With Spirits!

2010-12-01T19:28:00.000-05:00

In this season of parties and gatherings, liquid libations take center stage. Instead of the usual beer and wine, why not spice things up with some seasonally-appropriate spirits. A quick visit to the "Mr Booze" website will give you plenty of ideas from a Winter Mojito (pic left) to a Christmas (or 'Holiday' for you politically correct types) Martini. Cheers!

Ho, ho, ho! Let's party!

When Fast Fingers Can Get You In Trouble.

2010-11-29T17:39:00.000-05:00

That pesky auto-correct feature on the iPhone. Not only does it come up with stupid word suggestions, but it also remembers your most typed words, usually at the most inopportune times. Now there is a website that captures all the hilarity and embarrassment that goes along with texting the wrong words to the wrong person at the wrong time, thanks to auto-correct. "Damn You, Auto-Correct" is the site. Enjoy, and think before you text.

You do what?! To whom?!

Yes, This Is Food Porn. And I Love It!!

2010-11-28T18:25:00.000-05:00

The "Epic Meals" YouTube channel is made up of - from what I can tell - a bunch of bored, crazy Canadians whose only mission in life is to create culinary monstrosities such as the "Massive Meat Log", better know as the "Chuck Norris of Corn-dogs". Not only that, but they have a cute girl at the end of each video sample their dish. Oh, and there is usually a large amount of bacon involved (check out their Thanksgiving "Tur-Bacon" episode). Good watching!

Coronary alert!

"I Said What?! To Who?! On Facebook?!"

2010-11-26T17:00:00.000-05:00

We have all heard of drunk dialing. Wouldn't it be great if there was a way to stop our drunken urges to make an idiot of ourselves on social media sites? Well now there is; 'The Social Media Sobriety Test', which when installed on your comp, prevents you from drunk posting by making you pass a little test before gaining access to your social media. And if you fail the test - which includes following a finger with your mouse - the program will post for you. Pretty cool.

"I'm not as think as you drunk I am."

And check out the tutorial for 'The Social Media Sobriety Test' on YouTube.

YouTube video.

Now if you refuse to be safe, then you could become very sorry. Another website 'Texts From Last Night' aims to make light of the drunken idiots out there who just insist on picking up the smartphone after one too many. The results are hilarious. Check it out.

"Wait, I am as think as you drunk I am."

Ho, Ho, Ho...Not!

2010-11-26T10:33:00.000-05:00

Growing up, the standard Xmas threat was "you'll get coal in your stocking if you aren't good". Well, have you ever wanted to make that threat come true for those who actually deserve it? Well, now you can. 'Coal-gram' allows you to send an actual piece of coal to members of Congress or even the President. AND a portion of the proceeds go to charity. Show the pols what you think of them by sending a little lump of black stuff...coal, that is.

Real coal in their stockings this year.

10 Course Pork Dinner At Dino's In DC.

2010-11-24T15:06:00.000-05:00

Yes, you read that right. A 10(?!) course pork dinner called "The Three Little Pigs". Utilizing three kinds of pigs (hence the name); Duroc, Kurobuta & Porcelet. This is a one-time thing at Dino's Italian Restaurant in Washington, DC and has offerings from an appetizer called "Trotter Tots" to dessert featuring a chocolate torte with pancetta & aleppo pepper. All for $65. Check out the menu. I'm looking for a date. Just sayin'.

Piggie in 10 ways.

Yeah, But What A 30 Seconds It Is!

2010-11-24T12:35:00.000-05:00

Papa John Goes Bacon...Double Bacon.

2010-11-24T10:30:00.000-05:00

I've always been so-so on Papa John's pizza. Given other delivery options, I'd gladly go with Pizza Hut, and if I am desperate, Domino's. My opinion my have been swayed by Monday's announcement that Papa John's will serve a Double-Bacon, Six-Cheese pizza (or w/their Tuscan Six-Cheese). Wow. I have yet to taste this, but it is on my list for Turkey-day weekend football watching. Get your own at PapaJohns.com. Update to follow.

Bacon. Double good on pizza!

Bacon. Bikini. Are There 2 Greater Words In The English Language?

2010-11-24T10:14:00.000-05:00

A bacon bikini contest?! How did I not think of this? Wish I had been there to see it. Perusing the website, I have not been able to find any rhyme or reason as to why this event occurred and/or if anything like it will occur again. At least we have photographic evidence. Enjoy!

Bacon...in the raw!

Cupcakes With Booze!

2010-10-25T20:31:00.000-04:00

I am a frequent cupcake poster, and with good reason, they are awesome! But just when I thought I'd seen everything, here are cupcakes with beer, wine, and all sorts of liqueurs. (Cacao) - that is how they spell it - offers their mini delights made with Guinness stout as well as Newcastle and Blue Moon (see left). And you can order on-line so there is no eating and driving.

Get your daily Guinness...in a cupcake!

Why Sponge Bob Is My Hero.

2010-10-25T09:46:00.000-04:00