Tailgating on the Square - Before the Windstorm

One minute we were dealing with "that darn wind" and trying to keep our paper products from flying away, and the next we were holding onto our tents - with all of our weight and with the help of a few new friends who were patiently waiting for a burger - to keep them from completely blowing away. It sure was quite an experience and one that we will never forget. A special thanks to our friends from "across the pond" who were chasing down buns and helping us - and many others - to dismantle safely. Wow.

We also wanted to give a shout out to the three guys from "the New York area" who were in town with Alicia Keys. I heard that the concert was unbelievable (and you were amazing) and I was sorry that we had all blown away by the time that you came back for your second burger. Just let us know the next time you will be in town, and we will be there. :) Our picture is posted below - thanks for making me get in the photo.

Again, thanks to everyone who helped on Sunday. It sure was an experience. Below are some pre-wind photos. The recipes for the burgers will be up on Wednesday (sorry for the delay, I literally just got power).

Vote for the Burger to Bring Back!

A big thank you to Strauss & Troy for sponsoring the Market on Fountain Square this summer! And, thank you, thank you for all of your support this summer. Just to the right of this post, you will find a place to cast your vote. Poll closes at 5:00PM on Friday! Below is a more detailed explanation of each of the burgers!



2008 Strauss & Troy Market on the Square Burgers

CAST YOUR VOTE TODAY!!

Chorizo Burger with Grilled Peppers and Onions (mildly spicy homemade pork sausage with grilled peppers and onions)

Greek Burger with Lemon and Tomato (ground pork with garlic, olives, feta, oregano, white wine and a lemon and tomato on top)

Cuban Burger (ground pork with lemon, lime, and orange zests, oregano topped with ham, swiss, mustard, and a pickle)

Char Cheddar Burger (good old fashioned ground beef burger with a rich cheddar cheese sauce)

Gyro Burger (ground beef and ground lamb topped with homemade tzatziki sauce [Greek yogurt, mint, lime, dill, cucumber, garlic], red onion, and tomato)

Muffuletta Burger (ground pork mixed with a mildly spicy olive-and-pickled-vegetable relish, topped with capicola, mortadella, and provolone)

Caprese Burger (ground pork mixed with basil pesto, stuffed with fresh mozzarella, and topped with homemade sundried-tomato mayo)

Stuffed Southern BBQ Burger (ground pork mixed with BBQ sauce, stuffed with corn pudding, and topped with greens)

Pittsburgh Panino (good old fashioned ground beef burger topped with a fried egg, coleslaw, and French fries)

Skyline Burger (ground beef mixed with Skyline chili and topped with a rich cheddar sauce)