Archive for November 2nd, 2006
While driving around downtown late this afternoon, I managed to shoot a couple of shots from my car. The first one is the Old County Hall, I was stopped at the signal on Franklin by the Buffalo Police Headquarters and shot it while waiting for the light to turn green. The second shot is The Church, home of Righteous Babe Records, at Delaware and Tupper. I was heading north on Delaware and was stopped for the light at Tupper. I opened my moonroof and got this shot off before the light turned.
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With 9 minutes left to play the Buffalo Sabres were losing 4-1 to the Boston Bruins. Buffalo took control and stole the game by tieing the score with 3 goals in the last 9 minutes and winning the shootout.
Here’s the relevant details:
3rd Period -
11:11
MAXIM AFINOGENOV, Wrist Shot - Assists: DEREK ROY and THOMAS VANEK
17:30
MAXIM AFINOGENOV, Wrist Shot - Assists: THOMAS VANEK and DEREK ROY
18:25
ALES KOTALIK, Slap Shot - Assists: PAUL GAUSTAD and CHRIS DRURY
Shootout -
MURRAY
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BRIERE
Goal
AXELSSON
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AFINOGENOV
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BERGERON
Goal
KOTALIK
Goal
Sabres WIN!!!!!!!!!!!
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While I was filling my tank with gas at the A-Plus at Hertel and Colvin, I was wondering what to have for dinner. A glance across the street provided my answer. Joe’s Deli was beckoning.
Take out was the order of the day. I opted for the VJR, don’t ask me what it stands for because I have no idea. What mattered was the description of the sandwich. Spiced Cappicola, Sahlen’s Ham, Salami, Provolone, with Mayonnaise, Weber’s Mustard, Sliced Tomato and Fresh Basil. My taste buds started tingling as I read that list of ingredients. I also inquired about the soups of the day and decided to go with Beef Barley. A hearty barley soup is always a good choice on a chilly day.
While I waited for the food to be prepared I started to read ArtVoice. I overheard a lady, who had just finished eating, offer her “professional advice” about how a reuben sandwich should be made. She proceeded to tell the person working there that a bit less meat (I couldn’t believe it) with more cheese would lead to a better sandwich. She prefaced her remarks with what sounded like her sandwich curriculum vitae. She made sandwiches at UB (whoa! an expert).
The first time I ate at Joe’s, I had the reuben sandwich. It was wonderful. The corned beef was thinly sliced, flavorful and piled high. I enjoyed the fact that this reuben was not your typical gooey mess. The meat dominated, and rightfully so. The amount of cheese, saurkraut and dressing was less than what one usually encounters. This was fine with me, the corned beef was the star of this sandwich, served grilled on very good pumpernickel bread.
Today’s sandwich, the VJR, was very good. The meats were all very good and the condiments complimented the sandwich perfectly, without overpowering the taste. The Beef Barley soup was hearty and flavorful, with a nice peppery zing! Below is a picture of my meal.
Joe’s Deli offers a nice selection of specialty sandwiches, wraps, a salad station (you pick the ingredients), a build your own sandwich menu, side dishes (potato, tuna macaroni, orzo and pasta salads, as well as coleslaw). Also available are muffins, danish/pastries, cookies and chips. They serve a variety of beverages including Stewarts Soda, Fuze and juices.
Joe’s is truly a deli in every sense of the word. The meats are all extremely fresh and very high quality. Street parking can be scarce but Joe’s offers a free parking lot on the side next to Murray’s Tavern.
Erie County legislators are in the process of extending the “temporary” 3/4 penny sales tax. No surprise here, taxes very rarely ever go away, even the “temporary” ones.
As far as I’m concerned, this alone makes the case for a Hard Control Board. Our elected officials have failed to make any substantial progress in spending reductions. My definition of substantial includes a reduction in taxes, not extending taxes that are set to expire.
