I'm sure Portland has many amazing Thai joints, but I can't get enough of this Green Curry Talay from Thai Noon. As you can see, it is served with a young coconut and the curry is stocked with prawns, mussels, calamari, bamboo shoots and all sorts of other greatness. And don't forget to scrape out the coconut meat from inside that cute lil guy; that may just be the best part. Great price for such a large portion and all the goodness that goes inside.

Chewer: Chris Bacon
Chewing Location: Thai Noon - Portland, OR
Prepared by: Thai Noon

NOTE: Oh man, I'm totally going here next time in in West Missoula.

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The Whoppa

I've lived in Missoula for about 15 years.  During those 15 years, I'd probably only eaten in Worden's about 5 times.  I'm not really sure why it wasn't more.  I think the main reason is that I always get panicked at places where you have to walk up to the counter and order.  Especially if I've never been there.  And then, what's the policy on bussing your table?  Am I supposed to do it, or do they do it for me.  So, it takes me about 7 times to get comfortable  in Delis.  It's unfortunate, but true.  However, 2010 saw me in Worden's about 10 times, I'd say.  And, I'll be going back time and time again for a few reasons.

1. The Worden's Staff rules!  Super nice guys.  It's like going into the bar at Cheers.  Umm... only with food.
2. Meatloaf.  'Nuff said.
3. Mac and Cheese.
4. The Whoppa!

The Whoppa is what's featured in the picture above.   Now, you should know that what we are holding in the picture is 1/2 of the smallest size of Whoppa that you can get.  It's a giant fluffy bun filled with ham, genoa salami, provolone, lettuce, tomato onion and (most importantly) Whoppa Sauce!

You complete that action with some soup or mac and cheese and you are in 7th heaven.

Chewer: Hungry Guy
Chewing Location: Worden's Deli
Prepared by: Worden's Deli

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Pickled Egg

These little beauties were eaten around 2AM in Seattle, Washington.  It was near the end of the Volumen tour and we had just played with Summer Babes (and some other bands whom I have already forgotten).  After the show we went to Jeff's house to decompress and drink.  Then he informed us that the bar across the street was closing and we should check it out.  The whole bar had a real strong Montana feel, which always cracks me up  We drive across three states to go to a bar that is basically a knock-off of the Elbow Room or something.  Anyway, the bartender was playing lots of Misfits for us, so we were stoked.  Then I saw it.  Near the "Hot Nuts" warming lights was a gigantic jar of pickled eggs.  Now, keep in mind that I have never actually eaten a pickled egg before.  But, I love both of those words so how could it not work?  Everytime I see someone eat one in the Simpsons, it makes me want to try one.

Well, now I'm wishing I could turn back the clock.  Apparently, pickled eggs taste like pickle water filled with egg dust.  It was so insanely dry and dusty that I had a hard time convincing myself to keep it in my mouth (TWSS).  But, my brother Big League Chewer took this rad picture so we had to post it to Chew Time.  Also, it's been ages since I've posted anything so I just need to get motivated again.  Enjoy.... but.... um... don't actually eat one of these.

P.S.  This wasn't some sort of lighting trick.  The eggs were really that color.

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Bacon Coffee Cake

Showed up to work and my boss had made a bunch of bacon coffee cakes.  Imagine the best coffee cake in the world but with huge chunks of bacon.  It was sooo good.  Oh yeah and then top it with some caramelized apples.

Chewer: Colin Chew Chew
Chewing Location: My Job
Prepared by: Jacob Osbourne

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The Al Pilsner

This is one of my favorite beers from my favorite local brewery. It's named after the long time bartender/friend Al Pils. I took the photo, because the head on the beer was so freakin' awesome. Oh and the beer was delicious!

Drinker: Big League Chewer
Drinking Location: The Kettlehouse, Missoula, MT
Prepared by: Al Pils, The Kettlehouse

Editor's Note: While I do enjoy pretty much all beer, Kettlehouse beer is definitely at the top of the list.  Especially the Al Pilsner and Liberty Cap.

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Fried Chicken and Waffle Taco

I know what you are thinking, "Fried Chicken, Waffle, Taco?  Those words don't belong together".  Let me tell ya, brother, you couldn't be more wrong.  Let me introduce you to the Dutch Breakfast Taco, otherwise known as Pure Heaven.  Colin Chew Chew got this particular Dutch Taco from the Flavor Spot in Portland, Oregon during the Volumen tour.  I got the sausage version and I'll post a picture of that one soon.  The waffles were right off the waffle iron and the whole operation was sauced generously with a combination of melted butter and syrup.  Sure, it's not going to add years to your life, but will your wheatgrass juice truly make your soul completely satisfied?  I don't think so, pal.

Chewer: Colin Chew Chew
Chewing Location: Flavor Spot, Portland, Oregon
Prepared by: Flavor Spot

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Fried Eggs, Camping Style

We went camping on my birthday weekend and my wife snapped this picture of the eggs I was preparing.  Basically, I cooked some thick bacon that I got from Farm to Family (on a side note, if you aren't getting your local Montana food from them, you should consider it).  Anyway, then I poured out the excess bacon grease and cooked the eggs in the dutch oven with the remaining bacon fat.  I'll find the pictures of the completed product, but we put an egg and some bacon on a bagel and topped the whole operation with homemade salsa (which we made using the onions and tomatoes from our garden).

Food always tastes better when you are camping, but something tells me this would have tasted great anywhere.

Chewer: Erika Hickey and Hungry Guy
Chewing Location: Corrick River Bend Campground, Missoula, MT
Prepared by: Hungry Guy

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Peach Jam

Peach Low-Sugar Freezer Jam - Summer in a Jar. Perfectly ripe, fabulously fragrant summer peaches frozen in time.

Chewer: Jean at The Delightful Repast
Chewing Location: Home
Prepared by: Jean at The Delightful Repast

Editor's Note: I'm going to pretend I didn't read "Low-Sugar", although, it's easy to trick myself into believing I didn't read it.  That jam looks tasty!

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Truffles from Posh Chocolat

My wife knows I love chocolate, so she bought me a box of delicious truffles for my birthday. They were hand crafted here in Missoula at Posh Chocolat. Some of the flavors were, Mojito, Garam Masala, Fennel Pollen, Rosemary Honey, Grand Marnier, and White Truffle Oil Tahitian Vanilla!

Chewer: Big League Chewer
Chewing Location: Posh Chocolat
Prepared by: Post Chocolat

Editor's Note: The Bedouin Coffee and South American Dark Chocolate are my faves.  Great, now I have to go there today.  Heh.  Good thing they also serve lunch.

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Schnitzel

We recently traveled to Indianapolis for a family wedding.  Before we went I tried to scope out some good places to eat.  Unfortunately, we were so busy with wedding stuff that we weren't able to go to most of the places (I'm especially bummed about missing Nick's Chili Parlor).  The good news, though, is that the Rathskeller was on my short list and it was only 3 blocks from where we were staying.  I wish we ate there more than once, but the one time we did it was incredible!

This is my wife's plate, she got the Schnitzel and it was amazing.  The sides are sauerkraut and German potato salad.

Chewer: Erika Hickey
Chewing Location: Rathskeller, Indianapolis, Indiana
Prepared by: Rathskeller

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