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Usha Lee McFarling filling in for Theresa this morning, and very excited to hear about her adventures. In this space, we’ve debated potato chips (whether or not they should be flavored) and the best french fries (Thrasher’s found on the boardwalk in Rehoboth Beach, Del.), but people, we need to talk about burgers. I’m from California, so In-N-Out is a favorite, of course, though I will admit that New York-based Shake Shack — that combo of sirloin, brisket, and short rib — is pretty splendid. The best though? The “Big Mec,” a messy, spectacular creation of L.A. chef Ludo Lefebvre with a brioche bun, caramelized onions, bespoke American cheese, and an indescribable French flair. I had one shortly after one of his restaurants reopened post-pandemic — eating it outside in a Hollywood parking lot replete with a dumpster — and it still remains the best and most glamorous burger I’ve ever eaten. O.K., on to the news.
