Horse is a Nonstarter

As a single girl involved in the online dating world I have a few deal breakers:

1. Smoking - eventually it will be because I love him and don't want him to die, but initially it's just because kissing a smoker is gross
2. Vegetarians - if I am going to cook dinner for you almost every night there's going to be meat involved with most meals
3. Vegans - why would I ever want my kids to be exposed to bad values

Last night I met a guy who gave a great first impression - he suggested BBQ at Fette Sau, even the baked beans there have burnt ends in them. And although fireworks didn't go off, the conversation was flowing well. At least until we were in line for food and he mentioned horse - eating it and loving the taste.

Now "Bizarre Foods" is one of my favorite shows and I always order the crispy sweetbreads at The Breslin. But I grew up riding horses, I read "Misty of Chincoteague" until it was falling apart and loved "The Black Stallion". I will judge you for even trying horse, let alone admitting that you loved the taste.

I was in a pickle. While I felt an obligation to Misty and The Stallion to make a stand, I had already decided on the sweet sausage, pork cheeks and lamb belly. I am ashamed to say I stayed in line and placed my order.

Well karma's a bitch and she's on the side of the horses. Got to the cashier and Mr. Horse said "I paid for mine" and then just looked at me for approval.

When (not if) you go to Fette Sau get the brisket and one or two cuts that other places don't have - otherwise why put yourself through the pain of dealing with the Billyburg hipsters. The only side that's worth it is the baked beans with burnt ends. The other sides are too fussy - cole slaw should not have bell peppers.