> I was friends with the originator of the Cozy Dog, Ed Waldmire. In the
> 60s and 70s before they moved to the current location they were joined
> at the hip with a Dairy Queen. I used to get a double cheeseburger and
> fries then cross the dining room for DQ chocolate shake as my beverage.

Neat!

> Ed was also an anti-war activist and had a huge library of books on the
> subject which he lent freely.

The current location still has a library in the center of the dining room.

> I've et there many times. It was originally in my Grandparent's home
> town (Carlinville, IL) before moving to its current location on the
> original Route 66 (pre-I 55). The founder was a Greek guy named Pete.
> It's where I was introduced to two of my favourite Greek dishes -
> Avgolemono Soup and Moussaka. They also have killer Mexican entrees -
> although their chilli sucks.

I will remember to avoid the chilli if I am back in the area.

> Too bad the Pig Hip restaurant in Broadwell, IL (just south of Lincoln)
> was destroyed by a tragic fire before you made your trip. They also
> had excellent food and were on the National Register of Historic Places.

I stopped by the ruins to pay my respects and take a few photos.


> MMMMM----- Recipe via Meal-Master (tm) v8.06

>       Title: Route 66 Pig Hip Sandwich
>  Categories: Pork, Sauces, Sandwiches
>       Yield: 4 Servings

Thanks.  I will have to save this one.  :)

Mike


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