Are French Fries Back on the Menu for US Lawmakers?

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The discussion revolves around the recent decision to reintroduce French fries in US cafeterias, following a period where they were referred to as "freedom fries." Participants explore the cultural implications, naming conventions, and culinary differences between French fries and chips, particularly in the context of American and British perspectives.

Discussion Character

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  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants express that the term "French fries" is misleading, arguing they were actually invented in Belgium.
  • There are claims that the name "French fries" comes from the method of cutting the potatoes, referred to as "frenched."
  • Several participants debate the differences in preparation methods between American fries and British chips, including thickness and frying techniques.
  • Some express confusion over the political implications of renaming French fries and suggest that the entire situation was absurd.
  • Participants share personal preferences for different types of fries and chips, with some asserting that English chips are superior to French fries.
  • There are humorous exchanges about the cultural differences in terminology and food preparation, with references to "freedom kissing" and "potato Nazis."

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

The discussion features multiple competing views regarding the origins and naming of fries, as well as differing opinions on their preparation and taste. There is no consensus on these points, and participants express a variety of perspectives.

Contextual Notes

Participants reference cultural and historical contexts that influence their views, including political sentiments and culinary traditions. The discussion includes unresolved claims about the correct terminology and preparation methods for fries and chips.

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Readers interested in cultural discussions surrounding food, culinary traditions, and the interplay between politics and everyday life may find this discussion engaging.

  • #61
Doner and cheese!

Chips and chilli sauce :biggrin:
 
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  • #62
Yeap... layer of chips then cheese topped with donner, and uzzing with donner sauce (obviously after 10 or so pints) don't knock it till u tried it :)
 
  • #63
Anttech said:
Yeap... layer of chips then cheese topped with donner, and uzzing with donner sauce (obviously after 10 or so pints) don't knock it till u tried it :)
I was enjoying that on my way back from the pub when I was 15 :biggrin:
 
  • #64
scorpa said:
Nah everyone knows that the best way to have fries is when they are smothered in cheese and gravy...you will die an early artery clogged death but damn its good.

Yeah sure, some combinations are great but I'm just saying Mayonaise on chips is an offense to God and England.:wink: :smile:

Chips 'n gravy is lush BTW. *drools onto his legs*

Never tried chile sauce on chips but:-

Kebab shop owner: Kood evaning

Patron: Can I 'ave aaa large Chickern Kebapb please(patron is slightly inebriated nay pretty plastered)

Kebab shop owner: sure

Patron *turns to talk to his mates about what he would do if he was Tony Blair or something equally beer induced*

3 minutes of political witt ensues were the entire UK government is deconstructed and reconstructed to some glorious shining beacon of hope(at least in your mind anyway)

Kebab :Khey you want chile sauce on that?

Why oh why do I always say yes, here's what he's really asking: -

Kebab shop owner: You aman or you a girly boy, you got balls khey mista you got what it takes! Cmon you know you love it! hey khadi we got another one of them, hey princess what'll it be.

All your mates are looking at you, your masculinity and the question of it rests on this one proposition, the world stops turning and for one shinning moment there is absolute clarity of purpose.

Next morning: S**t what was I eating last night? My mouth tastes like the leftovers from a nuclear reactor, now you have to put up with a taste in your mouth that has a half life of just under a thousand years. To go with that finely tuned dull ache in a mushy grey fugue in your head.

Chile sauce is sooo nice, but just so damned evil:devil:
 
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  • #65
There is this chippy in Warwick that has the most bogus chili sauce, they make their own, it is like paste and is hot on so many levels but it is a smooth hotness, i am used to asking for loads of chili sauce, when i did at this place the guy had a big grin on his face, after afew bites my lips went numb a few more and my tongue followed 3/4 of the way through my belly started growling and i could not taste the pickled chili side order.
When ever i go to Warwick i make a bee line for that chippy for a killer kebab. :biggrin:
 
  • #66
scorpa said:
Nah everyone knows that the best way to have fries is when they are smothered in cheese and gravy...you will die an early artery clogged death but damn its good.
:cry: Then you have soggy fries! Fries are supposed to be crispy, not soggy. :frown: And thanks everyone, you have me craving fries so badly every time I read this thread that I'm going to have to go and clog a few arteries!
 
  • #67
They aren't soggy if you eat them right away. Poutine (fries cheese and gravy) is the best!