There are some vegetarians out there who swear up and down that a veggie burger tastes just like the real, meaty original. Well, we disagree, but that also doesn't mean that veggie burgers are bad. In fact, vegetable patties can offer a whole other realm of flavor -- especially when they're made from freshly sautéed mushrooms.
Next time you have a hankering for meat-free burgers, don't pick them up at the store. Instead, whip up the veggie burgers above, courtesy of Chef John's Food Wishes. A simple mix of sauteed 'shrooms and onions bound together with oatmeal and breadcrumbs, they look pretty delish. The recipe can be found right here, and while you're at it, skim the rest of the site as well. We're betting you'll find some tasty grub videos you can't resist.
Any vegetarians out there? Got a secret veggie burger recipe or fave storebought brand?
Today, the Dining & Wine section of the New York
Times website featured a link to restaurant critic Frank Bruni's new blog, "Diner's Journal." According
to the introductory post, Bruni hopes the blog will be a light and accessible way to give readers a greater insight into
the experiences and trials of a restaurant critic. So far, the tone isn't exactly conversational, but it looks to be a
good way for readers to learn about restaurants that aren't yet ready to be reviewed. 
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