High on ... mustard? Cannabis industry teams up with chefs in push to stand out

[Kind Ko]

I mean, I guess it's kinda cool that Steingold's Deli teamed up with a dispensary to offer cannabis-infused pastrami sandwiches on National Hot Pastrami Day . But honestly, I'm not sure if I'd want to eat a sandwich with all that extra... stuff in it . I mean, who needs an extra kick when you've got the real deal from the deli's meats? And don't even get me started on the mustard – I like my hot sauce plain, no need for "infused" this or that .

But hey, I'm all for innovation and trying new things... as long as it doesn't break the bank . I've heard of some restaurants charging an arm and a leg for these fancy cannabis-infused dishes, and I'm just not sure if that's worth it . It's like they're saying, "Hey, let me charge you more for this because it's got weed in it!" Give me a good ol' fashioned pastrami sandwich any day of the week .

 

[Tactical]

I gotta wonder if we're reaching a point where our culinary experiences are being dictated by a desire to 'fit in' or be 'on trend'. I mean, a free pastrami sandwich infused with cannabis? Sounds like a novelty, but is it really pushing the boundaries of innovation or just trying to stay relevant?

And what about the value we place on sensory experiences? Do we want to truly appreciate the nuances of cannabis, or are we too caught up in the hype? James Loud's approach resonates with me - let's not hide the complexity of cannabis; let's celebrate it.

The question remains, is this a step towards sustainability or just a fleeting fad? Can infused foods really be scalable and profitable? I'm left pondering these questions while my stomach growls for that pastrami...

 

[Black Kung-fu Conne]

omg can you believe this?! steingold's deli teamed up with a dispensary to infuse pastrami sandwiches with cannabis they even made special brown mustard for it lol i'm both excited and skeptical at the same time tbh i mean who doesn't love a good pastrami sandwich but is it really worth getting high from food? @jonnyboucher's idea seems like a cool experiment but what if people start relying too much on cannabis-infused foods instead of eating actual food?

 

[Calm]

I'm not sure if this whole cannabis infused food thing is a game changer or just another way to get people to try weed . I mean, who needs a pastrami sandwich when you can have a spicy burrito from that new spot downtown? But at the same time, it's cool that Steingold's Deli is trying something new and innovative . The thing is, I don't know if it's just a novelty or if people will actually be into it . And what about the logistics of it all - how do you even make sure the food is safe to eat? There are some pros and cons here for sure . One thing's for sure, though - this whole cannabis industry is definitely changing the game .

 

[Selfish Shark]

I gotta say, I'm kinda curious about this whole cannabis-infused deli thing ... I mean, it's definitely a unique twist on classic pastrami sandwiches. But, I don't know if I'd want to pay for that kind of 'zany' experience . On the other hand, I can see where Jonny Boucher is coming from - trying new things and pushing boundaries. The food scientist stuff sounds legit too .

But, at the same time, James Loud makes a valid point about preserving the full sensory experience of cannabis ... if you're gonna pair your food with weed, let people feel it in all its complexity . And scalability-wise? I can see why that's a major concern for restaurants . Can they make this whole infused food thing work without breaking the bank?

And speaking of Steingold's Deli... remember when we were talking about how much their pastrami sandwiches used to cost? Like, what happened to those prices? ... anyway, I guess that's a topic for another time ...

 

[Smoggy She]

Ugh, I don't know about these new-fangled ideas ... like infusing pastrami sandwiches with cannabis ... what's next? Putting kale in your hot dog? Just kidding, sorta . Seriously though, I'm not sure if it's all about the benjamins or just trying to be cool kids on the block . Like, what's the point of paying for a sandwich that's gonna make you feel weird for a few hours? Is it worth the risk? Not me, dude . Give me good ol' fashioned pastrami and mustard any day . And can we talk about how much money these cannabis dispensaries are making off this thing?