Brief: We're fat, but at least we're nice

According to a study published in the UK's Daily Guardian, American's are not only the fattest country but the nicest country in the world.  Here's an exerpt:

"Americans are more likely to volunteer time, give money and help a stranger than any other people on the planet, according to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development.

But they are also more likely to be overweight and die younger than average people in 29 industrialised countries."

Well, at least we're not the "angry fat" type.... 

Read more: Americans are the world's biggest givers and takers: U.S. tops obesity and kindness poll

Eggplant Bruschetta

It's the weekend! And you've got a hot date coming up. Way to go, big guy. We'd fist bump, but over the computer that'd just be weird.

So, you've got a lady friend and you've managed to talk her into a dinner at your place date. Now, if this is an early date in your budding romance, or if it's an old flame, a date night in can be invigorating. Either way, it's good to keep a few things in mind. Besides cleaning your place up, one of the most important things about these dates is the planning.

Chicken Soup with Dill

I've been feeling a little under the weather the past few days. And the last cold fingers of winter are holding on to spring. Sounds like a perfect excuse for some chicken soup.

Let's face it. It's a scary world out there. And your mamma isn't always gonna be there to fix you chicken soup. So, you have two options. One, find a nice girl that will take care of you and knows how to make chicken soup. Or, two, learn to make it yourself.

Winner: You've just won a new hot tub!

Congratulations! You've just won a new hot tub! Everyone wants a hot tub right?

Well, there was that hot-tub that became a time machine. Sorry, but there is an equally not funny hot tub waiting for you. You've won a hot tub that is filled with a vat of high fructose corn syrup. This is a graphic that ran in the NYT. But still... the gross-out factor... wow.  

Are Groupons and their clones the next Value Meals?

There has been all of this talk of economic recovery. Supposedly its in it's second year. Yeah, well most of that hasn't found its way back into my pocket book. My guess is, that it hasn't really hit yours yet either.

One of the biggest fads to come out of the recession has been the frugal diner. The grouponista has emerged, victorious in their lust for delicious food in a budget that they can afford.

Only problem is, when people see a successful model they try to replicate it and get some of that success for themselves. There are now more web-discount programs out there I can't keep them all straight.

There is a great article in this weeks NYT Dining & Wine that talks about the impact of these sites on restaurants. Reading it, I was surprised that I didn't know about half of the ones they mentioned.

It's a meat muffin

It's a cupcake! No, it's a muffin! Wait, it's… meat?!

Yes, believe your eyes.  It's a meat muffin. 

Now, I've been looking for a way to carry around lunch in my pocket to become one of the cool kids. I think I finally figured out how to do it.

And... we're back!

Because of the mounting costs and the lack of a federal bailout, DFNYC has relocated to its former "studio apartment in Bensonhurst." Frankly, free rent is more affordable. So switch the link in your favorites button people, because DFNYC is back!