Regardless of how you feel about our current President of the United States, this picture clearly tells the story of a man who clearly LOVES nachos (and hopefully nacho cheese) as much as we all do.
Today, I respectfully send my best regards to the President for this picture and his love for nachos and nacho cheese.
If interested, I found the picture from this site: http://www.celebrities-eating.com/2006/05/george-w-bush-and-june-cleaver.html
Christmas is over and I'm already looking at the next occasion where presents will be given -- Valentine's Day. While I was saddened when I didn't receive any nacho cheese related gifts this holiday season, I look forward to hopefully creating a new trend in "Heart Day" gift giving.
Flowers, chocolates, candy, stuffed animals are all overrated. If your significant other is a nacho lover (and you'll know if they are) try something different this year. You may be tempted to purchase this. Instead, I suggest wrapping up a bag of tortilla chips, a JAR of nacho cheese, and what the hell...throw a stupid bow on top. Your nacho-loving schmoopie will be pleasantly surprised and you'll be guaranteed at least second base that evening.
Keepin’ It Real: “Staying true to your ‘roots’ (i.e., ‘real’). When your priorities or principles as a
person hold true in any event or situation.”
When nachos are on the menu, are you going to order a salad
because you are eating lunch with your boss? NO. You are going to keep it real
and order the nachos. I don’t care what
situation you are in, who you are trying to impress, or if your job is on the
line. We nacho lovers must always keep
it real.
This is purely a reminder to
all of you nacho lovers who did not keep it real today.
Ahhh...the age old question: If you're handed a bucket of dog poo, and your birthday falls on a... Wait. Not that question. That's for my OTHER blog. Let's start over, shall we?
Ahhh...the age old question: If you were stranded on a deserted island and allowed only one food, what would it be?
Everyone's got an answer. And everyone's got a reason for their answer. You'll come across the burrito people, the pizza people. But if you asked me, I will always answer decisively and without hesitation, "NACHOS." But then I started engaging in that dangerous pastime -- thinking. Could nachos be the best choice? Would I even be able to survive on nachos alone?
This is a must-see event for any die-hard nacho lover out there!! This year the festival runs Oct. 13-15 with an itinerary full of live music, art, cultural activities and, of course, the popular "biggest nacho of the world" contest, an event which is registered in the Guinness Book of World Records. Though I've never attended, I'm putting this on the agenda for future years. If I can make it out there, I'll write a full report on my findings.
Learn more about the event at: http://mexicolesstraveled.com/nachofest.htm
I've read a lot of conflicting stories about the birth of nacho (from Wikipedia, etc ), but this one seems the most legitimate. Here's what the site says about nachos:
"Yep, the nacho. Born in the late 1940's in Piedras Negras, Mexico, it's beginnings may have been a little humble. But down through the years it has grown into one of the world's most favorite and famous snacks. Now, every year the nacho is celebrated in grand style at the International Nacho Fest in the place of its birth, Piedras Negras."
OK, after watching this advertisement from Campbell's Soup, it's arguably a bit lame and I think it was made in the 1980's. But, the ad clearly depicts many different ways that nacho cheese can be used to enhance the flavor or experience of meals. It made my mouth water (except for the meat loaf).
While I've never tried this hybrid nacho cheese / soup, I'm certainly intrigued. I'll report back on my taste test when I can see if it's still available somewhere. If anyone out there has tried Campbell's Nacho Cheese Dip / Soup, please leave a comment with your opinion.
I am fortunate enough to work at a company that provides nachos on a weekly basis in our cafeteria. The nachos are reasonably priced...but I've discovered a hole in the system to get FREE nacho cheese.
In the cafe, nacho's cost $3.00 for a small bowl while a small basket of french fries cost $1.50. We all know that the cheese is were the money is. However, if I take my $1.50 french fries over to the nacho bar, smother it in steaming hot cheese, and walk it over the register, I am still only charged $1.50 for my fries! We're talking free nacho cheese fries! Last week, I even topped it off with some chili and still paid the same price.
Chili cheese fries for the price of regular fries?
Yes please!
It's not a new thing to try nacho cheese on hot dogs. Cheese on hot dogs has been used for many years, though it usually takes a more solid, grated form.
Recently I tried a very basic nacho cheese (Frito's version) with a gourmet sausage cooked on a bbq from a local meat store that specializes in sausages. The sausage I chose was a spicy linguisa topped with nacho cheese in between a bun that resembled a sliced portion of french bread.
The result was an amazing mix of cheese and sausage, delicious down to the last bite! Using nacho cheese on sausages is highly recommended. I'm looking forward to trying this again and adding even more things like diced tomatoes and onions.
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Bio Born and raised in Campbell, CA, Brian grew up as a very picky eater. While his brothers enjoyed vegetables and tuna fish, Brian chomped down on cheese sandwiches. This set the foundation of what would become a unconditional love for nacho cheese. Brian loves warm weather and wakeboarding. When he's not on the lake, Brian is all about watching movies, playing video games, hanging out with family, and spending time with his girlfriend. Favorite Topping I'm a simple man... cheese only please Favorite Nachos Nachos from any sporting event Quote I don't know how to put this but I'm kind of a big deal. I'm very important. I have many leather-bound books and my apartment smells of rich mahogany. |
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Bio A California native who grew up in Saratoga, California, Steve-O started eating nachos shortly after leaving the womb. It wasn’t until Little League baseball that his love for nachos became an obsession, as he often visited the snack shack frequently to chomp down anything with nacho cheese. When he’s not eating nachos, Steve-O enjoys hockey, wine tasting, and the beach. Favorite Topping Sour Crème Favorite Nachos Taco Bravo Quote Make love not war...be kind not rude...eat nachos and be happy! |
Alice @ 97.3
They Better be Good
"I think these guys should be the official snack food provider of the Sarah and No Name morning show. ...I'm telling you, these guys are onto something."
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Alice @ 97.3
From Private Dinners to Public Nachos
"I gotta say that nachos are one of the 'super foods.' You got beef jerky. The nacho combination is definitely there. Everyone check out [their] thoughts on nachos at ILoveNachoCheese.com."
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San Jose Mercury News
'Nacho Nation' has a Home on the Web
"The three Silicon Valley friends are so committed to their favorite snack that they created a Web site to explore the intricacies - and eccentricities - of nacho cheese and the people who love it."
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eReleases
Featured in the San Jose Mercury Newspaper
"The worldwide leader in nacho cheese related news and entertainment, I Love Nacho Cheese, announced that their website is the subject of a feature story in the April 4, 2007 issue of The San Jose Mercury Newspaper."
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KGO-AM 810 NewsTalk
Food for Thought as the Bloggosphere Gets Cheesy
"All things nacho will become an Internet destination as three Silicon Valley locals take the cheesy snack to the next level. Nachos may not make them rich, but it is no joke."
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Six Apart: Typepad
TypePad Featured Blog
"Who doesn't love nachos? Seriously. Corn chips covered in melted cheese (or a cheese-like substance). Didn't think there was much to say about nacho cheese? Think again."
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Slashfood
And now, Another Episode of Everybody Loves Nacho Cheese
"For such a limited topic, this is a great blog. You'll get reviews of nacho products, links to other nacho blogs, and, of course, many recipes."
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The Monterey Herald
Point, Click... to the Nacho Cliques
"Of the three [nacho related] Web sites, the San Jose guys have the most variety and certainly the most recent postings, including a story about nacho 'patents.'"
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Engadget
MIT Grads Recreate Nacho Fountain From Talladega Nights
"This contraption doesn't look as slick as a PS3 bbq, nor is it an ideal option for gamer sustenance, but it sure packs a punch for true nacho fanboys."
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Little Rock Blog
I Love Nacho Cheese
"Come to find out knowing about "Nacho Cheese" is kind of a big deal. Yes, someone one has taken their love for Nacho Cheese to the max with [a] new site dedicated to all things nacho cheese."
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#2 As Seen in The Mercury News
#3 As Heard on KGO-AM 810 Radio
#4 Nacho Cheese Test Lab #1
#5 How Many Nachos Would It Take...