There I was, pantingly half-running down the streets of the Capital Hill neighborhood, tantalized by the scent of grilled meat billowing around me.  Others on the same sidewalk were giving me a half grin, almost by way of a secret handshake: yes, we're headed there, too, and we can hardly wait.  What the heck was I doing?

I had read an article on street food in Bon Appetit (June issue), and noticed that one of the few street carts mentioned by name was RIGHT HERE IN SEATTLE!  Then I couldn't stop myself from using the next opportunity to find it for myself.  I have to admit that part of the intrigue was locating a "restaurant" that moves every day, has a shifting menu, and frequently runs out of items during service.  Would I be lucky enough to score some food?  Nay, would I even be able to find it?

There was no need to fear, because once I drove into the vicinity, I was greeted by the most delicious smell imaginable.  The guy taking orders was super friendly and we chit chatted while my food cooked.  It was all I could do to keep from jumping up through the service window and trying to watch the chefs cook...I've obviously been watching too much Food Network. 

Finally they handed out a simple brown box containing a medium sized burger (called "The Burger" on the menu) and a ginormous stack of hand-cut fries.  I nonchalantly closed it up, and run-walked back to my car, where I proceeded to stuff my face, lick my fingers, and sop up the juices with the brioche bun.  I do not know what "cambazola" or "bacon jam" is; I only know that when I die and go to heaven, I expect to be eating that stuff.  The fries were crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and scented with herbs.  Everything I want from a french fry.

I am already secretly plotting my next visit to the silver trailer of goodness.  I've heard tell of an amazing pork sammie...

So I ask you, am I becoming a foodie?  Does that mean I'm going to have to start eating cow brains or something?

For those of you lucky enough to live near here, here's the website for Skillet.  Enjoy!
http://www.skilletstreetfood.com/