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| - In a world torn asunder by the war between Thin Nation and Obese City, the corporations of the food scene give sanctuary to those who fight for their right to eat. Across the country, restaurants of all varieties are offering up treats so powerful they shake gastric systems to the core. Falling behind on the battlefield, pockets of foodies rally behind their beloved establishments.
Meanwhile in Sin City, our fearless heroes, Fatman and Boy Slender, take refuge in one of the many buffets available...
"Holy carbfest, Fatman! What are we doing here?"
"I'll tell you, Boy Slender. We are here to plump you up one potato dish at a time."
"Zooks! How are you going to do that?"
"It starts with potato wedges and au gratin. You will also try two kinds of mashed potatoes and gravy. Lets not forget the baked potatoes and sweet potatoes. Over there is potato salad. And look, machaca y papas."
"Is that all we're eating today?"
POW!
"Of course not, Boy Slender. What are potatoes without the meat? This buffet has meatloaf, two kinds of Italian sausage, smoked sausage, roast beef, and pork roast."
"But this all seems kind of standard. Is there anything different that we can eat."
"Certainly. The Asian District has pansit noodles and pork adobo. I see chow mein, pot stickers, egg rolls, white rice and fried rice. My fat sense tells me there are tacos, tamales, refried beans and rice in Mexico Land. Down in Little Italy there is spaghetti and meatballs, pizza and creamed spinach."
"Well I am glad to hear they have spinach but are there any other vegetables to choose from?"
"Dammit man! Look around you. There is Ceasar salad, green salad, cole slaw, green beans, corn and hominy."
"Mother of gastronomic redundancy! Corn and hominy in one dish?"
"Indeed. Try it, you'll love it."
"This is great, Fatman. I'm getting full now but I feel weak. My sweet tooth needs to be replenished. Can I find desserts too?"
"Do you even need to ask? Take your pick. Pumpkin pie, pecan pie, apple crisp, eclairs, ice cream, carrot cake. It is all yours for the taking."
"Thank you, Fatman. You have given me hope for the future."
"You have made me proud, my slender protege. You have learned much in this short time. We will fatten you up yet."
BOOM!
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