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October 27, 2010

A Look at the Humble Kugel’s Origins

Mmmm....kugel.

The kugel is a mighty paradox. Why stick a $100 word with a humble serving of kugel? Well, for starters today most look at the kugel as a dessert, so why is it listed in the Benjies menu in the Deli Plates & Dairy Specialties? That is because in earlier times—say 800 years ago—it was considered a side dish due to it’s rather bland savory taste.

But you give people that many years trying to make it more sexy, you will get the conversion of a plain dish into a custard-like dessert. Who needs the next Top Chef to reinvent a traditional dish when this one has so many variations? (more…)

October 22, 2010

NBA Kicks off on Tuesday–and we have questions!!

The Lakers' Andrew Bynum

No, not the usual pre-season questions like are the Lakers and the Celtics going to have another battle of the playoffs, or will the Clippers ever string enough wins together to get a sniff at the playoffs. Those are so yesterday! Instead, let’s reserve the Bamboo Lounge at Benjies, load up on corned beef, pastrami and Swiss cheese triple-decker sandwiches and beer to resolve bigger questions that demand answers.

For instance, will all the rubles in Russia make the Nets a winner? We know money can’t buy everything, but rubles? Maybe, just maybe the crazy Ruskie will pull it off—or maybe the Nets will end up playing in the NBA (National Bolshevik Association) in Siberia. They better load up on Benjies’ famous sweet and sour cabbage soup for those long cold nights! (more…)

October 13, 2010

Celebrate Halloween at Benjies Deli’s Bamboo Lounge

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Deli platters!

In Orange County, it can be hard to find a good venue for a small party. But Benjies Deli has the answer—the Bamboo Lounge can be hired out for parties of up to 40 people. And it’s just in time for….Halloween! What a great place to get your friends together for a costume party on or around Halloween.

With six televisions and a fully stocked bar, the Bamboo Lounge is great for entertainment, and especially for a private party to celebrate the big game. For the 2010 Superbowl, The Bamboo Lounge was packed full of football fans, all booked by one of Benjies Deli’s regulars. But why wait until the Superbowl? Benjies Deli has the NFL Sunday Ticket playing in the Bamboo Lounge all the time. Is your favorite team playing soon? Get the gang together and watch it at Benjies Deli! We’ll bring our delicious, mile-high-stacked sandwiches and ice cold beers right to your table, so you and your friends don’t have to miss a minute of the game.

What everyone loves about Benjies Deli is the food, and you can definitely get everything from the menu over in the Bamboo Lounge. But remember, Benjies Deli also does delicious deli platters and sandwich trays, which are perfect for sporting events or informal parties. The Reuben is a firm favorite with Benjies’ die-hard fans, as is the Benjie’s Special. But why not try the meatball sandwich—a French roll stuffed with meatballs, provolone cheese and topped with rich marinara sauce and served with coleslaw. Not manly enough for you? Try these bellybusters: the BBQ beef or ham sandwich, piled high with thinly sliced beef or ham, smothered in our delicious barbecue sauce all on a French roll; our hot meatloaf sandwich, an open-faced sandwich of thick slabs of meatloaf and mashed potatoes smothered in savory brown gravy.

Feel like hot dogs while you’re watching the game, for that stadium feel? We got Coney Island Hot Dogs, plain or doused in chili and cheese.  Plus we have the best pastrami sandwiches in Orange County. If that wasn’t enough, the chefs are also happy to work with you to put together a menu just for your event.

For more information about the Bamboo Lounge and how to book it for your next party, call owner Lloyd Weinstein on (714) 541-6263. Or you can shoot them a message on Facebook—become a fan of Benjies Deli today, and follow them on Twitter!

Here’s this Sunday’s NFL Sunday Ticket Schedule. Remember that all times are Eastern Standard Time. See you Sunday!

Miami Dolphins at Green Bay Packers 1:00 pm
Kansas City Chiefs at Houston Texans 1:00 pm
Baltimore Ravens at New England Patriots 1:00 pm
Cleveland Browns at Pittsburgh Steelers 1:00 pm
San Diego Chargers at St. Louis Rams 1:00 pm
Detroit Lions at New York Giants 1:00 pm
Atlanta Falcons at Philadelphia Eagles 1:00 pm
Seattle Seahawks at Chicago Bears 1:00 pm
New Orleans Saints at Tampa Bay Buccaneers 1:00 pm
New York Jets at Denver Broncos 4:00 pm
Oakland Raiders at San Francisco 49ers 4:00 pm
Dallas Cowboys at Minnesota Vikings 4:00 pm
Indianapolis Colts at Washington Redskins 8:20 pm

October 8, 2010

Sandwiches and Deli Favorites Perfect for Eating During Football Games

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Delicious!

This weekend looks like an Indian Summer has arrived, and perfect weather for a football party! Call your friends over for the NFL games on your big screen, but don’t forget to call Benjies Deli to cater the party so you don’t have to lift a finger.

Are your friends ready-made sandwich types, or do they like to build their own creation, Dagwood style? Either way, Benjies has the deli platter for you. Starting with the ready-made—why go to Subway when you can get wonderful sandwiches made in a New York deli, even when you’re in California? Subway can’t touch the superior quality or flavor of our ingredients. (more…)

October 1, 2010

The Best Place to Watch NFL Sunday Ticket Games in Orange County!

Watch bone-crushing NFL football at Benjies!

Calling all football fans! Benjies Deli has the NFL Sunday Ticket DirecTV service, so you can see all of the games you want to watch. We turn on all six screens in the Bamboo Lounge, so there’s more than one game to watch at a time.

Why come to Benjies Deli to watch the game instead of staying at home? Do you really have to ask that question? First of all, we have cold beer on draft and a full bar in the Bamboo Lounge—we bring the drinks to you and don’t sulk about it. There will be a cold beer at your side the entire length of the game.

Secondly, we’ve got all the delicious, football-game snacks you could ask for! Looking for just something to munch on? Try our delicious seasoned curly fries or our generously full basket of thick-cut onion rings. Need something a little more spicy? Order our chili-cheese fries, smothered in our delicious chili con carne and topped with gooey, melted cheese, or our jalapeño poppers stuffed with cream cheese, breaded and deep fried until they’re nice and crispy.And don’t forget our famous Buffalo hot wings, served with celery sticks and creamy ranch dressing. We think it’s only proper to eat your Buffalo wings as you cheer on the Buffalo Bills as they play against the New York Jets—the game starts at 10AM Sunday (that’s 1PM EST).

Feeling a little more refined? We have calamari rings or mozzarella sticks served with marinara sauce; chicken tenders with ranch dressing or barbecue sauce; and three Kobe beef sliders with potato chips on the side.

But what about those of us with a real appetite, you ask? Oh, don’t you worry. Benjies has you covered. Are you man (or woman) enough to try one of our monster Triple-Decker Sandwiches? There’s six to choose from, all served with our famous Russian dressing: the #1, turkey, ham and Swiss; the #2, corned beef, salami ans Swiss; the #3, corned beef, pastrami and salami; the #4, a delicious, classic Club Sandwich; the #5, our most popular—corned beef, pastrami and Swiss; and finally, the #6, corned beef, turkey and tongue. All of the Triple-Decker Sandwiches are served on your choice of bread or roll and with your choice of coleslaw, potato salad, macaroni salad, fresh fruit or French fries.

If that’s not big enough for you, we’ve got a hot meatloaf sandwich or the open-face hot brisket of beef sandwich with mashed potatoes and gravy. That’s some rib-sticking goodness! Missing the stadium catering? Don’t worry, we’ve got Coney Island hot dogs, Coney Island chili dogs and the awesome Francheesy dog: a grilled knackwurst, crisp bacon and American cheese on a grilled onion roll.

There’s 13 games on Sunday to watch, so you’ll need some serious refreshments. And no one does it better than Benjies Deli! Come on down to 1828 N. Tustin Avenue, Santa Ana, CA 92705 and head on in to the Bamboo Lounge for football fever.

Visiting Team vs. Home Team Time (ET)
New York Jets at Buffalo Bills 1:00 pm
Cincinnati Bengals at Cleveland Browns 1:00 pm
Baltimore Ravens at Pittsburgh Steelers 1:00 pm
Denver Broncos at Tennessee Titans 1:00 pm
Detroit Lions at Green Bay Packers 1:00 pm
San Francisco 49ers at Atlanta Falcons 1:00 pm
Carolina Panthers at New Orleans Saints 1:00 pm
Seattle Seahawks at St. Louis Rams 1:00 pm
Indianapolis Colts at Jacksonville Jaguars 4:00 pm
Houston Texans at Oakland Raiders 4:00 pm
Washington Redskins at Philadelphia Eagles 4:00 pm
Arizona Cardinals at San Diego Chargers 4:00 pm
Chicago Bears at New York Giants 8:20 pm

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