10-25-2018 02:33 PM
Tyler Groenendal has written nearly 50 reviews about one thing and one thing only: onion rings. The Michigan-based Local Guide has developed a theory he calls the “Onion Ring Standard.”
“The theory goes that onion rings are simple, and easy to cheap out on—either in quality of ingredients or prep time—and still be passable, from the perspective of most people,” he told us. “However, if a restaurant goes to the trouble of hand-making onion rings, in a quality way with quality ingredients, it's indicative as to the effort they put into the rest of the menu.”
We spoke to Tyler over on Google’s blog, The Keyword, about his passion for onion rings and his tips for writing helpful food reviews.
Here’s an excerpt:
What information do you think is important to include in your reviews of onion rings?
I review based on four broad categories.
Finally, a picture of the onion rings, as they look when they arrive, plated, at my table, is essential.
What do you look for in the perfect onion ring?
Generally speaking, though not exclusively, a perfect onion ring will consist of a thickly cut onion (both tall and wide), a consistent beer battering or more traditional breading, with both the onion and batter fried to an optimal texture and color. That is, they aren't overdone, the onions aren't mushy or too raw, the batter is cooked through, but not burned and the parts aren't separable. Separability of parts is the biggest plague in the world of onion rings today.
What do great onion rings tell you about the restaurant you ordered them from?
Essentially, great onion rings tell me that the restaurant puts time and care into even the most mundane dishes. I view onion rings as a proxy for the quality of any given restaurant.
Read more about Tyler and his onion ring expertise on The Keyword.
Do you have a favorite food you love to review? Tell us in the comments below!
10-25-2018 03:21 PM
Were is it ?
10-25-2018 04:44 PM
Thank you so much for that fantastic post, @AriMar
I never tried onion rings here, because still can't find it as a dish here in restaurants.
Yes I reviewed some traditional foods from Pakistan , like Biryani and Balochi fish/chicken Tikka.
And in Google maps I reviewed hundreds of restaurants but now I m trying to write review on specific traditional dishes from Pakistan. And soon you will see here 🙂
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10-25-2018 11:43 PM
Onion rings! Sounds great, looks taste food @AriMar
Thank you for sharing with us.
10-26-2018 03:05 AM
Wow! I would not have guessed that there was even an expert on onion rings!
thanks @AriMar for sharing!
Bye,
David
10-26-2018 03:25 AM
Is this for real? Or comedy?
Anyhow, pretty cool!
10-26-2018 03:30 AM
Life goal achieved
10-26-2018 05:29 AM
LOL! This is really fun! 🙂
10-26-2018 05:47 AM
That's so interesting! I don't think Onion rings can be considered a full meal, certainly as a condiment or a snack. And that's what make this interest so special. It's so unique. Thanks for sharing this wonderful article. 😊