BarleyNY Posted October 30, 2018 Posted October 30, 2018 The good news is that I am way ahead on boycotting Applebee's. 1
MichFan Posted October 30, 2018 Posted October 30, 2018 (edited) 1 hour ago, The Bills Blog said: The whole concept of wings is kind of funny to me. As much as Buffalonians might hate to admit it, there's nothing special about Buffalo wings anymore. Wings are the same across the country, at least 5 hours down south from Buffalo. Of course, that doesn't change the fact that they shouldn't have used boneless wings from Applebee's. I still think Buffalo has it best. I have been to so many places in my travels where they try to “improve” on the buffalo wing with some fancy sauce. Then there are the places that use shelf stable/bottled imitations of buffalo wing sauce. It is fairly uncommon to find a place outside of WNY that just uses butter, Franks and a dash of vinegar. Edited October 30, 2018 by MichFan
WhoTom Posted October 30, 2018 Posted October 30, 2018 I know someone who works for ESPN. I busted his chops about this, telling him that they should feature it on the next episode of "C'mon, Man!" He confirmed that it was Applebee's idea and because of their sponsorship, ESPN agreed to it. In his words, "It wasn't well thought-out." 1
Fadingpain Posted October 30, 2018 Posted October 30, 2018 The whole thing was not a "news piece" talking about wings in Buffalo. It was an advertising exercise whored out by ESPN and paid for by Applebees. Get over it! We already know the NFL, ESPN, and Applebees all suck. 1
Soda Popinski Posted October 30, 2018 Posted October 30, 2018 You guys are really going to hate the Beef on Weck segment next week sponsored by Arbys 1 2
Call_Of_Ktulu Posted October 30, 2018 Posted October 30, 2018 I've gotten food poisoning from Applebee's 3 times, I will NEVER eat there again.
The Real Buffalo Joe Posted October 30, 2018 Author Posted October 30, 2018 1 hour ago, The Bills Blog said: The whole concept of wings is kind of funny to me. As much as Buffalonians might hate to admit it, there's nothing special about Buffalo wings anymore. Wings are the same across the country, at least 5 hours down south from Buffalo. Of course, that doesn't change the fact that they shouldn't have used boneless wings from Applebee's. Buffalo Wild Wings would have been better. Hell, Hooters. As much as those places suck, at least they're "wing places," and Buffalo Wild Wings has some, albeit lost, roots in Buffalo.
WhoTom Posted October 30, 2018 Posted October 30, 2018 7 minutes ago, Call_Of_Ktulu said: I've gotten food poisoning from Applebee's 3 times, I will NEVER eat there again. "Poison me once, shame on you. Poison me twice, shame on me." What possessed you to give them a third shot? 1
The Real Buffalo Joe Posted October 30, 2018 Author Posted October 30, 2018 1 minute ago, WhoTom said: "Poison me once, shame on you. Poison me twice, shame on me." What possessed you to give them a third shot? He thought the boneless wings looked really good on TV last night. He's currently posting from the fetal position. 1
GoodHands15 Posted October 30, 2018 Posted October 30, 2018 3 hours ago, Best Player Available said: I wish Bush would have went over the falls. I thought they said “Mush”. sounded like mush.
ctk232 Posted October 30, 2018 Posted October 30, 2018 8 minutes ago, Fadingpain said: The whole thing was not a "news piece" talking about wings in Buffalo. It was an advertising exercise whored out by ESPN and paid for by Applebees. Get over it! We already know the NFL, ESPN, and Applebees all suck. Word - that's all ESPN is about, and especially Monday Night Countdown. Anything the show does that isn't a replay is an advertisement. Like the graphic of the Bills QB situation over the falls? Mmkay. Regardless of intention or who prompted the idea, the reason a "wings piece" was done at all was because they were in Buffalo. So while it's not a news story, demonstrating that situational awareness and cognizant decision to say "yes, this is a great idea," is pretty bad. But of course, ESPN didn't lose any Buffalo viewership as ESPN is kind of the CNN monopoly version of sports news and entertainment.
Call_Of_Ktulu Posted October 30, 2018 Posted October 30, 2018 4 minutes ago, WhoTom said: "Poison me once, shame on you. Poison me twice, shame on me." What possessed you to give them a third shot? Wife got a 20$ gift card from work and we went to a different Applebee's but same results. The 3rd time both of us were praying to the porcelain gods most of the night.
BigDingus Posted October 30, 2018 Posted October 30, 2018 3 hours ago, Best Player Available said: I wish Bush would have went over the falls. Bush? Are they relevant to Buffalo somehow? I haven't heard that song for ages...
Best Player Available Posted October 30, 2018 Posted October 30, 2018 2 minutes ago, BigDingus said: Bush? Are they relevant to Buffalo somehow? I haven't heard that song for ages... I don't know about relevant to Buffalo. they were formed in London. But that tune is an oldy moldy for sure.
Uncle Joe Posted October 30, 2018 Posted October 30, 2018 27 minutes ago, The Real Buffalo Joe said: He thought the boneless wings looked really good on TV last night. He's currently posting from the fetal position. ^ This follow up commercial brought to you by Kaleida Health. 1
The Real Buffalo Joe Posted October 30, 2018 Author Posted October 30, 2018 23 minutes ago, BigDingus said: Bush? Are they relevant to Buffalo somehow? I haven't heard that song for ages... I was thinking the same thing. Usually the Goo Goo Dolls are the cliche band to show in Buffalo. I guess they weren't available? 1
Just Jack Posted October 30, 2018 Posted October 30, 2018 3 minutes ago, The Real Buffalo Joe said: I was thinking the same thing. Usually the Goo Goo Dolls are the cliche band to show in Buffalo. I guess they weren't available? GGD are on tour. Last night they were somewhere between Minneapolis and Denver.
Augie Posted October 30, 2018 Posted October 30, 2018 4 hours ago, blacklabel said: Well, they did show Bush playing "Comedown" in front of the Falls before the game. And the little cartoon character QB’s going over the falls in little boats. THAT was some great television! Someone should get an award for THAT!
judman Posted October 30, 2018 Posted October 30, 2018 That Crapplebees segment appeared to feature... RANCH!!! Just in case any of you only had one hand on the pitchfork. I hope I’m wrong (kinda), but the consistency was pretty damned smooth.
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