I saw a video about making scrapple once. That did not make me happy.
OT: Pork Roll Eating Contest
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Yea you never want to see how the sausage is made. Was leery of touring the Taylor facility.
As a young fireman in Manhattan we would have to inspect some pretty swanky restaurants. Including their kitchens.
Some things are better before you know what’s “behind the curtain”, if you know what I mean.
A good buddy of mine was a health inspector in Middletown for a number of years (since retired). You did not want to listen to his work stories if you like dining out.
So, you really just want to say what you want to say and don’t actually have reading comprehension- explains it.
Hi kettle. I understand not sure you do. Just because you want to call something Taylor does not mean you are being served Taylor.
And that's a good reason never to go back there when you find out they substituted an inferior brand .
Many places will tell you when the brand you ordered isn't in stock and let you know what brand their serving.
If they don't, one must be leery of ordering anything there that they make and give that place a wide berth .
But when you only call “pork roll”, “Taylor Ham” or use it interchangeably there is no inferior brand.
For some what you claim might be what they think.
But I don't feel that way and a quick google seems to find Taylor (Ham) is the best of the bunch
AI Overview
> Taylor Pork Roll is often considered the best by many in New Jersey and beyond, with strong opinions on its taste and quality. While it's a New Jersey staple, the product is not necessarily only made by the Taylor Provisions company, leading to regional preferences and debates about the name "Taylor Ham" versus "pork roll". Despite the debate, Taylor Pork Roll is widely recognized as a premium product, particularly in New Jersey, due to its quality and taste
Why it's considered the best:
- Quality:
Taylor Pork Roll is made with high-quality ingredients and exacting standards, ensuring freshness and quality.
- Taste:
The flavor is described as unique, with a salty, meaty taste, and a texture that is thick and crispy on the outside.
- Popularity:
It's a New Jersey icon and a staple in many delis and restaurants, often featured on menus as a sandwich or egg and cheese - Regional Pride:
The product is deeply ingrained in New Jersey culture, with strong regional preferences and a passionate following.
- Name:
The product is known as "Pork Roll" in Central and South Jersey, while in North Jersey, it's more commonly called "Taylor Ham".
- Genericization:
The term "Taylor Ham" has become somewhat generic, meaning that not all "Taylor Ham" is made by the Taylor Provisions company.
- Regional Preferences:
This debate highlights the strong regional pride and preferences associated with the product<
- So I would say the gourmet pork roll is called "Taylor Ham" !!
- The rest might be good, but inferior to what many call Taylor Ham when ordering.
- Comparing Taylor Ham to other pork roll brands is like comparing Sabrett to Bar S
- when discussing Hot Dogs
That’s great and I agree that Taylor is the best. But when it is generically called “Taylor Ham” above a certain geographic line there is no differentiator. It appears on the menu as Taylor Ham regardless if they are serving Taylor or not. That has been the point the entire time.
And your own research agrees:
Genericization:
The term "Taylor Ham" has become somewhat generic, meaning that not all "Taylor Ham" is made by the Taylor Provisions company.
And also Taylor’s commercial product most widely distributed to delis restaurants etc… is called Trenton.
Right, not all are made by Taylor Provisions ( the top of the line ) and Trenton can be considered Taylor's second string to their product known as Taylor Ham , while Case and the rest are mid majors in the Pork Roll game .
Most widely distributed doesn't mean best.
Price is a major consideration
Taylor Ham (6lb)Typically $53–$55
Trenton (6lb) Typically $41–$44
Case Pork Roll (6 LB)$38.52
So looking at the prices I can see why some unscrupulous delis would substitute an inferior product to an unsuspecting trusting customers that orders Taylor Ham.Heck, some might even sneak in Case instead of Trenton , when you're not looking, to make a bigger profit
.It has nothing to do with unscrupulous. When someone thinks the entire product is generically called “Taylor Ham” then any brand becomes Taylor. Has nothing to do with price/profit. It has to do with people thinking that the entire segment of salty meat product produced in or around Trenton is called Taylor Ham. Rather than it being reserved for the manufacturer with said name.Right, not all are made by Taylor Provisions ( the top of the line ) and Trenton can be considered Taylor's second string to their product known as Taylor Ham , while Case and the rest are mid majors in the Pork Roll game .
Most widely distributed doesn't mean best.
Price is a major consideration
Taylor Ham (6lb)Typically $53–$55
Trenton (6lb) Typically $41–$44
Case Pork Roll (6 LB)$38.52
So looking at the prices I can see why some unscrupulous delis would substitute an inferior product to an unsuspecting trusting customers that orders Taylor Ham.
Heck, some might even sneak in Case instead of Trenton , when you're not looking, to make a bigger profit
I'm not sure if Kupuna is just dumb or just doesn't hear anyone but himself.
Goes both ways yesrutgers. As mom always said. When they result to name calling you know you’re right.
Even the people “agreeing” (really aren’t)with you understand.
Madhat1 said:
- Genericization:
The term "Taylor Ham" has become somewhat generic, meaning that not all "Taylor Ham" is made by the Taylor Provisions company.
Again call it whatever you want. Just don’t think because you generically call the product “Taylor Ham” it doesn’t guarantee you’re getting Taylor product. More than likely you’re not. That’s it.
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Agree with you- sometimes I have to stop myself from engaging. lolA little of this as well...
When it comes to what the "it's pork roll " and all are the same claim when Taylor Ham is mentioned,
I can only say this to those who think like that:
Would Seaside be considered South Jersey? Asking for a friend…Case closed? From the mid 60s in Seaside:
I love the traditional hard/kaiser roll, but having it on a [good] everything bagel is a mouthwatering delight.
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