There is a show on the Food Network called, "Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives." It gives a nostalgic peek into these classic roadside eateries. Nonetheless, we have had a new appreciation for such places and actually seek them out to eat at when we are on the road. The good news is that there is a classic diner right in downtown St. Paul - "Mickey's Diner" and we knew that we needed to whet Jack's appetite for this unique cuisine (or at least give him a first experience). We headed to the diner with Auntie JuJu and ordered one Big Eric, a classic cheeseburger and a California burger. The short order cook made it for us while we watched. (This particular cook was recently on Alton Brown's "Feasting on Asphalt" on the Food Network.) Within a few minutes we were already chowing on our food. Jack tried little bites - but was so intent on looking around at all the lights and hearing the sounds of a working diner. After we filled our bellies with the greasy eats we ordered one large chocolate malt to share. Delicious. The only downfall to this type of experience is the smell that permeates your clothing until they get a good wash. :)
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