On 9/27/2017 1:59 PM, Ophelia wrote:
> "Casa de Masa"* wrote in message news >
>> Yes, by UK standards a great many US restaurants serve huge portions.
>> For example, it's not uncommon in a good steakhouse to order a rib
>> seak or porterhouse that might weigh between 20 to 24 oz.* In some of
>> the steak and lobster restaurants, particularly in NYC, 5 lb.
>> lobsters are common.
>>
>>
>> ******************** Wayne Boatwright
>>
>> ==
>>
>> Blimey!!!* Is one person, dining alone, suppose to eat all that???
>>
>>
>>
>
> Oh HELL yes!
>
> Ex:
>
> https://www.bigtexan.com/
>
> THE 72OZ STEAK RULES
> Meal consists of: Shrimp Cocktail, Baked Potato, Salad, with Roll,
> Butter, and of course the 72 oz. Steak
> Entire meal must be completed in one hour. If any of the meal is not
> consumed (swallowed)…YOU LOSE!
> Before the time starts, you will be allowed to cut into the steak, and
> take one bite. If the steak tastes good and is cooked to your
> satisfaction, we will start the time upon your acceptable approval. The
> time will not stop, and the contest is on, so make SURE before you say
> “yes.”
> Once you have started you are not allowed to stand up, leave your table,
> or have anyone else TOUCH the meal.
> You will be disqualified if anyone assists you in cutting, preparing or
> eating of your meal. This is YOUR contest.
> You don’t have to eat the fat, but we will judge this.
> Should you become ill, the contest is over… YOU LOSE! (Please use the
> container provided as necessary.)
> You are required to pay the full amount up front; if you win we will
> refund 100%.
> You must sit at a table that we assign.
> If you do not win the steak challenge, you are welcome to take the
> leftovers with you.
> No consumption or sharing of the leftovers is allowed in the restaurant
> once the contest is over.
> If you fail to complete the challenge, you must pay the full $72 dollars.
>
> ==
>
> Sounds like hell.
>
Trust me, that is not a common scenario. I daresay few people attempt
it. Personally, I wouldn't be inclined to eat at a restaurant that has
a huge fake steer standing out front as advertising.

Jill