Last week, Brian and I warmed our new house with about 20 friend and a big plate of friend chicken from Ezell's (world famous) Chicken. The local chain has five take-out-only locations, a short menu of classic southern (Texas) comfort food, and devoted followers including Oprah and a collection of Seattle Seahawks.
Brian and I became fans when I suggested Ezell's and a picnic at Volunteer Park, not far from the original Ezell's location in the central district. The picnic went awry when we were attacked by rabid squirrels, but the chicken came home with us.
The menu offers sweet potato pie, greens, beans, and other predictable items, but this short list is longer than we need. We stick with spicy fried chicken (not very spicy, very delicious), potato salad and coleslaw, and too many of those fluffy white-bread rolls they throw in. It's a little messy and definitely not health-food, but perfect summer take-out.
A testament to the local reputation: While discussing an upcoming social event at work last week, my fellow event-planning and food-buying colleague suggested Ezell's for low-budget catering. I was so excited with the idea I jumped up from my mid-meeting drowsiness and clapped wildly. The rest of the group was equally enthused, and we predict an increase in attendance by at least 200% when we advertise this popular local flavor as part of the event agenda.
Brian and I also got a giant chocolate cake from Costco, to honor his birthday and my love of giant chocolate cakes. While hoisting it into our cart, an old lady congratulated us on our choice and declared that she "used to make the best chocolate cakes for year and years, but not after discovering these!" Apparently Costco is not only the northwest's source for bulk mayonnaise and mini-wheats by the bushel, but also a convenient replacement for a lifetime of baking experience.
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