The World Famous JoelBurger Blog

Lexington Class of 82 Tailgate Party to try Joelburgers

2009-09-25T21:05:00.002-04:00

Tomorrow they are hosting a special Tailgate party to assemble a group to plan the 30th class reunion for Lexington Highschool. So Joel Leonard is going to be grilling out 40 custom Joelburgers for his classmates.

Joelburger will make Foodbuzz Debut

2009-05-29T20:39:00.002-04:00

Tomorrow afternoon in Bull Hole, NC the Joelburger will the featured burger during the Food Buzz 24,24,24 NC session.

Barbeque Master Blogger Cyndi Allison invited Joelburger inspiration Joel Leonard to cook his own rendition of the World Famous Joelburger.

Today Joel picked up the ingredients from Fincastles and is looking forward to cooking for 24 people.

They also will drinking NC original soft drink Cheerwine, other NC delicasies including the soft bagels from Asheboro Bagel Shop.

Join us for Asheboro Chili Cookoff

2009-04-04T08:33:00.002-04:00

April 18th in Asheboro they are hosting their first Chili Cookoff. Joel Leonard the inspiration behind Fincastles JoelBurger has created the first ever Hot Head Competition. Check out http://asheborochilicookoff.blogspot.com/
for details.

JoelBurger News

2009-03-06T08:15:00.002-05:00

Fincastles recently entered the World Famous JoelBurger in the Rachel Ray Best Burger Contest.

Believe it or not the Joelburger is still growing in popularity and acclaim!

Converging in Greensboro

2008-10-17T09:22:00.003-04:00

Several hundred geeks are back in Greensboro to learn more about the blogging and effective tools. While here they are tasting various perspectives from numerous experts on social networking, citizen journalism and business development.

This event is hosted on NC A&T and exposes the geek community to the activities and resources of these wonderful facilities.

Afterwards several are planning on visiting Elm Street and hopefully more will have a chance to receive a sampling the delicasies at Fincastles. Several are anxiously awaiting their opportunity to try the Joelburger.

This is an outstanding event for the curious to learn so hope you can join us next year and feed the hunger of knowledge to survive in the new electronic universe now called the Blogosphere.

Great Heads of Statesville Exit Poll

2008-10-12T22:25:00.007-04:00

Although totally unrelated to the Joelburger, but thought that you might want to learn about another Joel creation. It appears that 4 years ago Greta Lint, his girlfriend. needed an idea to promote the Statesville Pumpkin Festival.

Well, Joel instantly responded, why not catapult pumpkins with political caricatures painted on the pumpkins down a field to predict the results of the 2004 election? Thus the Great Heads of Stateville Exit Poll was born.

Believe it or not it was 80% accurate at predicting the races. And ironically it also discovered that John Edwards had a bad habit of misfiring-- oh that is another story-- but anyway with 2008 Election weeks away on October 24th they will be launching at least 20 more pumpkins. This time Mitchell Community College Physics and Industrial Maintenance classes have built and welded the catapult and an 8th grade art class will be painting the pumpkins.

What Joel is particularly pleased is that it also helped launch the careers of several future engineers. Now that is how to make school interesting.

Barbeque Master discovers the Joelburger

2008-10-12T22:21:00.003-04:00

Cyndi Allison aka The Barbeque Master Blogger features the Joelburger in her very popular blog about epicurean delights.

Check out http://barbequemaster.blogspot.com/2008/10/blog-dedicated-to-hamburger-joel-burger.html

It appears that more and more Joelburger fans are being created daily.

Why don't you go to Fincastles and try one for yourself and see firsthand what all of hubbub is, bub?

Crisis Avoided-- Joelburger is not Homeless

2008-10-12T06:55:00.005-04:00

Whew! With the stockmarkets going down, the foreclosures rates going up, gas prices still outrageous, unemployment going up-- it is always comforting to know that where you can get your comfort food and the Joelburger ranks very high on many people's stress reliever lists.

Well, we had a little scare recently upon seeing the front page of the local Greensboro News & Record. Lots of Joelburger fans were nervous that they would not be able to go to Elm Street and get future Joelburgers at Fincastles as negotiations on lease arrangments appeared to be on life support.

We learned that on Friday that Fincastles has signed an amenable lease to all parties. Whoopee! Let's all celebrate by going to Fincastles and getting a homemade milkshake, Joelburger and fries.

Good thing Congress didn't have to get involved or the Joelburger may be involved in a downward spiral. Oops now my stress levels have gotten back up-- better go get a Joelburger and quit thinking about Congress.

Pimento Cheese Meltdown

2008-10-09T11:53:00.002-04:00

Don't know about you but all of this mess on Wall Street has got us concerned on Elm Street. So as the stockmarket melts down, more have realized the importance of good ole escapism and getting a JoelBurger with melted Pimento Cheese.

Come on down to Fincastles and try the Joelburger and make your worries go away.

Asheboro Libre: New Official Drink of Asheboro, NC

2008-08-06T16:12:00.003-04:00

Come on down to Asheboro, NC and enjoy the new found freedom: buying alcohol. Yes, the city is 30 years behind everywhere else but it is still cool to be able to buy what you want.

What is in an Asheboro Libre you ask?

Sweet Tea and Lemon Rum with perhaps a sprig of mint. Enjoy~

Ancestral Pride- Visiting the Homeland

2008-04-17T08:33:00.002-04:00

Below is a reprint of a previous blog- that was originally published April 3rd before Joel's departure. To remove the viagral spammers who commented while away, decided to delete and repost. Joel is now back and is busy recuperating from Jetlag before developing pictures. However he did report that the 9 day excursion to Europe exceeded his wildest expectations in business and in the epicurean treasures he uncovered. He also fulfilled his mission for his father. A future post will be created to explain further.

However he was delighted to return and sink his teeth into the simple ecstacy of the World Famous JoelBurger. And since the dollar has sunk more against the Euro, it appears that more Europeans will be taking vacations to try to the burger for themselves.

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Joel Leonard departs Greensboro onto another flavor expedition into his homeland of Germany and then to speak in Brussels at Euromaintenance Conference. 10 generations ago, Valentine Leonhardt in 1746 went down the Rhein River and boarded the vessel Neptune in Rotterdam and then sailed to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Later he settled in Davidson County, NC and later fought in the battle of Guilford Courthouse. Afterward Valentine was later ambushed in home by revenge seeking tories who assasinated him.

That story Dr Joel Leonard used to tell his son Joel over dinner with pride and he showed off his fluent German. Last year Dr Joel succumbed to his battle with cancer. On this trip back to the area of his origin Joel will sprinkle his Dad's ashes into the Rhein River as a special tribute to his father and his ancestors.

We do not have long on this earth and that why Joel strives daily to live and enjoy life to its fullest!

And as Dr Leonard said "CARPE JOELBURGER!"

On a Wim and a prayer

2008-03-23T23:56:00.002-04:00

Above is a picture of a big man from a small country. On his back he is courageously lifting the economies of Europe and striving to educate the world about the benefits of maintenance and engineering. So in Tribute to the European Maintenance Evangelist, Joel Leonard lifts his Chimay Belgian beer glass and says cheers.

In two weeks Joel will be visiting Brussels to contribute to the European Maintenance Engineering Conference, the largest ever to be held in Europe. Together Joel, Wim and thousands of engineers hope to elevate the profession. www.euromaintenance.org

Also they love to have fun and Joel hopes his European brethren can visit Fincastles and get to also enjoy the splendid tastes of the World Famous JoelBurger.

Wim- Cheers to you and all that you do!

Letty me have a JoelBurger!

2008-03-14T17:51:00.003-04:00

Above is another Joelburger Fan, Letty Steggman. Evidently, Russ is not the only dreamer of the Joelburger and she proves that the JoelBurger is truly World Famous as she resides in Antwerp.

Too bad Letty, Customs will probably not allow us to bring a Joelburger with us to attend EuroMaintenance Conference in Brussels.

With the dollar now being .66 to the Euro, hope you and many of your friends can come over to the USA and visit Fincastles so that you get the full experience. \

Yes, there is a reason we have an obesity problem in the US. The food is darn good! However, we cannot wait to get some Belgian Beers and sample more Belgian Fries!

Web Hunter Dreams for a chance to try the World Famous Joel Burger

2008-03-12T21:41:00.011-04:00

PlantServices.com Executive Editor Russ Kratowicz mentions in his Webhunter Column in the March Issue about various types of Blogs. It is quite an honor for the Joelburger Blog to be mentioned in the same column as old friend and frequent guest of Oprah, Marshall Brain. See picture from 2000 Facilities America Conference in St Louis Marshall Brain, Joel Leonard and his famous red 22EEE Bob Lanier size shoe(Management Tool) he used to motivate AFE Membership growth.

See excerpt below from PlantServices.com:
A multifaceted guy

"You might recognize Joel Leonard as the main preacher in the pulpit we give him to expound on the Maintenance Crisis. You might be surprised to learn that he’s a multifaceted guy who has a sandwich named after him. And, he blogs about it. When you visit Fincastle’s Diner in Greensboro, N.C., to order a Joelburger, you get a double Angus pimento cheeseburger served on sourdough bread. How can one go wrong with that sort of feast? Any calorie-starved mouse can learn more at www.thejoelburger.blogspot.com. If you can’t get to Greensboro, you can dream."

Who knows perhaps Russ someday we may be able to make your dreams come true and give your tastebuds the enormous pleasure of biting into the first burger to inspire it's own Blog! And please keep on inspiring engineers to take advantage of the web to advance their careers and businesses upward! Cheers Russ!!!

Who needs Valentines day when you can a have a Joelburger anyday?

2008-02-16T14:30:00.001-05:00

Valentines Day is overrated. Why celebrate love one time a year when you a get a Joelburger any day you want.

HMMMMM GOOOOOD!

2008-02-15T07:21:00.004-05:00

What makes the World Famous Joelburger so good?

Well all of the ingredients blended together provides a unique flavor that no other burger provides. However the one ingredient that really makes the Joelburger memorable has to be the homemade Pimiento Cheese made daily by Mrs Morphis.

HMMMM GOOOOD!

Mr Jaybird on my Shoulder

2007-12-01T10:02:00.000-05:00

At the Greensboro Festival of lights Joel Leonard and Joelburger teamed up for a duet-- don't worry Jaybird did all of the singing while Joel just moved his lips(so it sounded great).

Bridging the Gap-- from reality to paradise

2007-12-01T09:22:00.000-05:00

Been a busy week, 2 days in Toronto, 2 days in Raleigh, NC, an evening at Greensboro's Festival of lights (more pics and info later on these travels) but now Joel will be capping off a busy week by visiting Charleston,SC. Oh, the rigors for those on the quest for enjoying the best tastes that life can offer. Charleston will sure to provide many splendid, savory morsels for Joel, Greta, Hurleen, Roy and the infamous Miss Demeanor. We will update as upon their return from paradise.

The Joelburger can help fix the US Dollar

2007-11-26T22:42:00.000-05:00

Joel Leonard is on his way to Canada to spread the word on the splendors of the World Famous Joelburger. With the recent collapse of the US currency exchange rate, this makes it easier for "demdam fureners" to come to the US and buy more Joelburgers. If enough visit and spend their Euros, Pounds, Yen and Canadian dollars, the US currency may rebound. So help inflate the dollar and clog foreign arteries by spreading the word worldwide about the splendors of consuming the Joelburger, an American treasure.

Rosie, the Riveter, can't wait to try the World Famous Joelburger

2007-11-17T10:53:00.000-05:00

The legendary Rosie, the Riveter, flexed her muscles to get ready to try the Joelburger. At this recent Asheboro, NC USO dance to commemorate Veterans Day, several of the attendees were intrigued to learn more about the alluring taste of the Joelburger with some FREEDOM fries. We thank all of the vets for all of their sacrifices so that we have the opportunity to enjoy the freedom to enjoy the gluttoneous pleasures and not have to endure tyranny.

No competition from Collard Green Sandwich

2007-11-17T10:46:00.000-05:00

We are always in constant search for a better sandwich. Above is a picture of a Collard Green Sandwich, which the locals of Maxton, NC, rave about. However the World Famous Joelburger is still the best sandwich. Sorry Maxton, as good as collard greens may be, they just can't compete with fresh grilled Angus patties with pimento cheese and Sourdough Bread.

However the soup prepared from the local Campbell's plant will go great along with a Joelburger.

Fincastles Diner-- The best in the Triad!

2007-11-06T22:36:00.000-05:00

Europeans Love the Joelburger

2007-11-06T22:24:00.001-05:00

Recently, Joel met a German and a Czech visitor to Greensboro at a European beer tasting. Later they tried the World Famous JoelBurger and loved it!

Joel hopes to make a return trip to Europe in 2008 to speak at the EuroMaint conference and perhaps win over more converts to the splendors of the Joelburger.

Ometa got to eat a Joelburger

2007-11-06T21:17:00.001-05:00

Friendly neighbor, and highly capable maintenance woman, Ometa Kenan, loved to eat a Joelburger. With the time change, the sun set early. Joel was in a jam. He was trying to assemble his new smoker/grill that his darling Greta gave him for his birthday.

Ometa came to the rescue and helped Joel screw (ok keep a clean mind) the cooker together for the Joelburger cookout. She said later after finally getting a chance to eat the World Famous Joelburger, "This is a great burger! No wonder people love it!"

Future fans of the Joelburger?

2007-11-06T21:10:00.000-05:00

Maybe so, maybe not. Each year for the last three years Joel has donated the morning of his birthday to speak to area kids about career options. As opposed to saying "cheese" each kid said "getta job!"

Hopefully many of the these kids may fill the shoes of retiring workers, so that our economy may still grow - and that more people will have enough discretionary income to buy lots of Joelburgers.

More Pictures from Joelburger Cookout

2007-11-06T20:31:00.000-05:00

44 revolutions around the sun for Joel

2007-11-06T20:24:00.000-05:00

Pity that no one had a camera yesterday at Fincastles. Reportedly over 100 people arrived to dine on the $4.44 special Joelburgers. The famous Fincastle singing waiter,Jaybird, sang a unique solo Happy Birthday to Joel Leonard and then led a chorus of the entire restaurant to sing Happy Birthday to Joel. Several people commented Joel's face blushed to the same color of a ketchup bottle. Although embarrassed, Joel said he was delighted so many people took time out of their busy day to celebrate his 44 revolutions around the sun.

Above is a picture taken at Joel's weekend cookout. Many newcomers are now raving fans of the unique flavor of Joelburgers.

Don't forget Monday November 5th Fincastles for Lunch

2007-11-02T23:38:00.000-04:00

Over the last couple years Joel Leonard has become quite grateful to all of the media support provided to help him produce the MPACT JobFairs. Above is Skip, Jeff and Carmen of 98.7 Simon with Joel Leonard from a picture taken in July. It is estimated that close to over 1000 workers have gotten jobs due to Joel's help.

So feel free to join us on Monday at Fincastles to honor Joel's service to the Triad economy by having a JoelBurger special for only $4.44. Hope that you join us. Rumor has it that Joel will drop in around 1:30.

For Joelburger Special

2007-11-01T17:24:00.001-04:00

Monday November 5th, Joel Leonard, namesake of the World Famous JoelBurger turns 44 years old.

Jody Morphis, owner of Fincastles, said "In honor of Joel's 44, anyone who orders a JoelBurger on Monday November 5th, can get it for only $4.44, normally $6.00."

Fincastles is busy making extra pimento cheese for this special event.

Current and Crap TV Staff interested in the Joelburger

2007-10-22T23:22:00.001-04:00

Recently at ConvergeSouth, a couple of movers and shakers at Current TV and the founder of CrapTV from Southern California came to Greensboro. Gotta like a guy who names his site CrapTv!

They were awestruck to hear about a Double Angus Pimento Cheesburger on Sourdough Bread named after Joel Leonard. Not exactly politically or environmentally correct cuisine.

We haven't heard yet if they were able to eat their weekly caloric intake in one sandwich or not. But who knows after word spreads, perhaps even Nobel Peace Prize Winner Al Gore may come to town to investigate the Joelburger for himself. Our guess is he will eat it with his left hand and probably have plenty of carbon emissions after infusion. Hopefully those gases will not poison the ozone layer too much and cause more icecap meltdowns. Perhaps CrapTV may have to develop some solutions to those potential challenges.

Are you connected with the Blogworld?

2007-10-22T23:16:00.000-04:00

For those who blog-- add your blog to www.we101.com
For those who want to read other interesting bloggers check it out too.

The World Famous Joelburger is getting even more famous because of the WE101.

Smart People love the Joelburger

2007-10-21T09:29:00.001-04:00

Have you tried the Joelburger yet?

A very smart English teacher at Elon University loves the scrumptious taste of the Joelburger. This little lady shared her enthusiasm for the burger during the Converge South conference BBQ held at the home of the lovely Hoggard family.

Several leaders in the video industry from Southern California attending this excellent blogger conference hope to get a byte of the burger as well.

For those who want to learn more about ConvergeSouth and perhaps check out http://www.convergesouth.com/

Lug your own JoelBurgers

2007-09-26T16:20:00.000-04:00

Check out west coast racing legend Cathy McCause aka "The Racey Diva". She looks forward to getting out of the pits and getting a chance to lubricate her tastebuds with a Joelburger. And we can't wait for her to burn some rubber here in the South.

You are so beautiful, to me! Can't you see?

2007-09-22T16:27:00.000-04:00

Baker Leonard on YouTube

2007-09-17T18:54:00.000-04:00

Click above to view 2 year old, Baker Leonard's YouTube Debut.

Baker Leonard, Joel's nephew is already demonstrating his skills in the kitchen. Soon he too will be creating culinary masterpieces.

This was just too precious not to link. What a cool kid!

Even the chefs at the White House cannot top Fincastles' Joelburger

2007-09-10T22:57:00.000-04:00

Relatively Speaking: "The Joelburger is a wonderful idea"

2007-09-10T22:40:00.000-04:00

According to some very large, intellectual sources, the World Famous JoelBurger is deemed a wonderful idea.

Just Darling

2007-09-03T23:54:00.000-04:00

You know you are getting old when the youthful images you saw on TV are out doing farewell tours and look more like AARP recruiters than banjo playing kids. But it was quite a joy meeting the Darlings, the Mayberry re-enactors paying tribute, and most importantly hanging out with Charlene. She is still Bewtiful!

All of the nostalgia makes me hungry for a JoelBurger.

Answer to Guess who question

2007-09-03T11:52:00.000-04:00

Maggie Peterson Mancuso,aka Charlene Darling, was recently in NC performing with the Dillards, aka The Darlings at a Dare Fundraiser. She can't wait to come through Greensboro and stop at Fincastles to try the World Famous Joelburger.

She said, "Gawlleee, if a burger has a blog it has to be good!"

Shear Enthusiasm for the Joelburger

2007-09-02T23:16:00.000-04:00

Even thrifty Floyd the Barber swapped out haircuts for a chance to try the World Famous JoelBurger.

Nip It! Nip it in the Burger

2007-09-02T23:08:00.000-04:00

Barney wants to trade in his bullet for a chance to eat a World Famous Joelburger.

We told him to Nip his appetite in the Burger!

Fincastle Production team in action

2007-09-02T23:04:00.000-04:00

What a set of choppers?

2007-09-02T23:00:00.000-04:00

News 2 Good Morning Anchor Rosemary Plybon is blessed with a gorgeous set of choppers that are wonderful tools to not only bite into a Joelburger, but also very effective at reflecting a sheen that wakes up the drowsiest viewer in the Triad.

Savor the Flavor- Try for yourself

2007-09-02T22:32:00.000-04:00

More Recognition for the World Famous JoelBurger

2007-09-02T20:17:00.000-04:00

Freedom of the Burger

2007-08-28T23:22:00.000-04:00

If you are a big fan of the World Famous Joelburger here is your chance to be heard.

Click here to vote

http://www.gotriad.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070827/GTCOM01/70822035/-1/GTCOM0200

Another Famous Joelburger Fan

2007-08-14T12:52:00.000-04:00

William "The Refrigerator" Perry can't wait to get to Greensboro to try a platter of World Famous Joelburgers.

Guess who? This darling former TV Star does not want a Salty Dog but now wants a JoelBurger!

2007-08-14T11:18:00.000-04:00

Jody Morphis- Culinary Artist!

2007-07-11T10:12:00.000-04:00

Caught Jody slaving away at building another JoelBurger. He said it wasn't slavery but a labor of love!

To feel the love for yourself, go to Fincastles and try the World Famous JoelBurger.

More Masterpieces

2007-07-07T11:08:00.000-04:00

Celebrity artist, Mike Helsabeck recently painted the hood of a Nascar race car. When asked what could his next big project be?

He said, "I would like to paint a bun on the side of the World Famous JoelBurger."

Easier said than done! As you can see from a potential prototype above, that it would take a lot of paint to cover the whole bun of the Joelburger. Not sure if this famous artist could devote the time to a project with a perishable canvas. Also probably not a good idea. Because the real beauty of the Joelburger is not in the looks, but the taste.

However, if you would like to check out Mike's real masterpieces go to http://www.mikehelsabeck.com/

And if you want to try the beautiful tasting Joelburger just go to Fincastles
http://www.fincastles.com/

Hunger Pains Tapped at the Whitehouse.

2007-06-27T21:25:00.000-04:00

Big Brother must have learned of the great taste of the Joelburger while wiretapping US citizens' phones. Now they want a bite. Joel said sorry you too must go to Fincastles in order to enjoy the scrumptious taste of the World Famous Joelburger.

The JoelBurger GAL!

2007-06-27T12:20:00.000-04:00

Greta Anita Lint is a big fan of the JoelBurger! However, she insists on eating with a knife and fork. As you can see she gets the shakes if she doesn't get a regular dose of the World Famous Joelburger.

During the July 4th Festivities in Greensboro

2007-06-24T10:27:00.000-04:00

Make sure you get down and chomp down on some freshly made Joelburgers!

God Bless America and the wonderful chefs at Fincastles!

Capitol Idea-- no need for term limits just Joelburgers

2007-06-20T11:22:00.000-04:00

Amanda and Joel, the namesake of the Joelburger, discovered that our nation's congress does not have access to the World Famous Joelburgers. Joel said if each member ate at least 5 JoelBurgers daily that they would be too congested to fund more pork barrel projects and we wouldn't have to worry about term limits because congress would expire in session.

Perhaps by increasing Congress' waists, we would finally reduce government waste! Fat chance!, huh?

While searching for a better burger

2007-06-20T11:07:00.000-04:00

Recently, Joel and his daughter Amanda visited our nation's capital. And still could not find a better burger than the World Famous JoelBurger.

But they did discover the 4 chairs from Elm Street Woolworth Greensboro store that started the sit in movement. Check out http://www.sitinmovement.org/ for more information.

Amanda said "I can't believe that something from Greensboro was in the Smithsonian." And thank God anyone, regardless of age, race, or gender, who wants a Joelburger, can get one. All they have to do, is go to Fincastles.

Where can you get the Award Winning JoelBurger?

2007-05-20T11:32:00.001-04:00

Fincastles Diner in Downtown Greensboro
It's the place for hamburgers, french fries and shakes, just like they made 'em in the good old days.
For good food and good times, there's nothing like Fincastles Diner. Located in the heart of revitalized Downtown Greensboro, Fincastles serves up hamburgers, hot dogs, milk shakes and more.
But it's not just about good food. It's also about having a good time. Whether it's listening to the well-stocked jukebox or catching Robert "Jaybird" Williams, the singing waiter, Fincastles Diner is the place to go for food, fun and friendly people.
So come on in. You'll be glad you did.

JOELBURGER WINS TRIAD'S BEST BURGER AWARD

2007-05-13T18:42:00.000-04:00

Excerpt from YesWeekly Magazine

First place: Joel Burger (Fincastle's) The Joel Burger is a piece of genius: a double beef patty served on sliced sourdough bread with a generous dollop of pimiento cheese, lettuce, tomato and a few squirts of Fincastle Sauce, invented by maintenance guru Joel Leonard. The sandwich has garnered dozens of fans and for a time even had its own blog.

JoelBurger Blogmaster note: Joelburger Blog is still operational

In 2007 Make the Impossible Possible

2006-12-28T10:17:00.000-05:00

To Everyone: We hope that that you have a wonderful, safe and prosperous New Year!

To Flying Pigs: Don't worry the Joelburger is made from the best cuts of Angus. However you may not want to land near Lexington.

Get in Shape and add the JoelBurger to your New Year's Resolution

2006-12-28T10:03:00.000-05:00

Want to become healthier in 2007. Well the Joelburger is a proven method of attaining your weekly caloric intake in one meal. It is also proven that the JoelBurger tastes a million times better than cardboard.

So go ahead and run down to Fincastles and enjoy The World Famous JoelBurger!

Another Historic Discovery

2006-12-28T09:50:00.000-05:00

Another historic discovery: The JoelBurger is a loved by the biggest meat eaters in history.

A Beer Temple? Wow, what a great religion in Belgium!

2006-12-19T15:00:00.000-05:00

In Belgium, they produce over 450 varieties of beer and many are brewed at local monasteries.

The Trappist Beer is becoming known as the world's best and is quite smooth.

Proof he exists: Infrared Image of Santa caught on tape

2006-12-15T12:41:00.000-05:00

Above is an infrared image of Santa Claus. Also discovered that he loves to eat Joelburgers!

Want some more big fries?

2006-12-15T11:52:00.000-05:00

In Belgium they are proud of their Fries and should be!

Now those hands could easily hold a JoelBurger

2006-12-15T11:46:00.000-05:00

Wondering around Paris, Joel discovered that the historic district in Paris is also the graveyard. Was very similar to cemetaries in New Orleans. Tombs were from 5 different centuries

Check out the size of this muffin?

2006-12-15T11:43:00.000-05:00

While in France, Joel put his card beside this muffin so you can see the size of this head size bread item. It could probably hold over 100 blueberries.

Can you handle a JoelBurger?

2006-12-14T12:54:00.000-05:00

More pictures from Joel Leonard's European adventure are being developed. Leonard recalled that when he saw pigeon on the menu, he realized how good we have it in the US. But on the other hand they don't have alot of damage caused by excess pigeons.

Any way he said the Joelburger tasted real good when he recently returned back to Fincastles.

Where in the world is Greensboro, NC?

2006-12-08T16:12:00.000-05:00

First where is NC? While in Europe, Joel Leonard discovered that many have not been blessed to know where NC is much less have the fortune of getting to Greensboro to try the JoelBurger. Above is a highlighed map of NC.

To get to Greensboro, NC click here- http://www.mapquest.com/maps/map.adp?city=Greensboro&state=nc&country=United%20States

If you want more information on visiting Greensboro, NC go to www.visitgreensboro.com

Where can you currently get a Joelburger?

2006-12-08T16:02:00.000-05:00

Only one place in world currently offers the World Famous JoelBurger.

New website is located at www.fincastles.com

Fincastles Diner in Downtown Greensboro, NC
It's the place for hamburgers, french fries and shakes, just like they made 'em in the good old days.

For good food and good times, there's nothing like Fincastles Diner. Located in the heart of revitalized Downtown Greensboro, Fincastles serves up hamburgers, hot dogs, milk shakes and more.

But it's not just about good food. It's also about having a good time. Whether it's listening to the well-stocked jukebox or catching Robert "Jaybird" Williams, the singing waiter, Fincastles Diner is the place to go for food, fun and friendly people.

So come on in. You'll be glad you did, especially after you try the JoelBurger.

News Flash: Belgium Restaurant wants to offer JoelBurgers

2006-12-07T15:31:00.000-05:00

Above is JoelBurger namesake Joel Leonard autographing the wall of the Belgium Restaurant while recently in Antwerp. Joel said he would love for more to experience the pleasure of a JoelBurger but not sure if Fincastles management would release the recipe of the Pimento cheese and other secret ingredients. Also Sourdough Bread is not readily available in Belgium. Joel suggested that they use Belgium Waffles as the bread instead. As more develops, we plan to keep you posted.

More Europeans are anxious to try the WorldFamous JoelBurger

2006-12-07T09:54:00.000-05:00

Tourism expert, Greta Anita Lint from Asheboro, NC received help from two new friendswho gave her advice on the best way to find to get to the Eiffel tower. When these able volunteers learned about the health benefits and taste of the Joelburger they were anxious to come to Greensboro, NC. "With the recent deevaluation of the US dollar, travel to the US is becoming more and more affordable," said Lint.

According to our The Joelburger stat file this blog is being from people throughout the world. Hopefully more will come to Greensboro and satisfy their hunger for gluttony.

Wow! Want some big fries?

2006-12-04T14:51:00.000-05:00

Searching the world for the best practices and processes in cuisine, Joel Leonard uncovered this unique restaurant in Antwerp, Belgium.

In Belgium they take fries very seriously and have interesting ideas about cuisine. Check future posts for more pictures to see Joel's recent search for the perfect burger.

From Joel Leonard- the namesake of The World Famous JoelBurger

2006-11-23T11:16:00.000-05:00

From Joel via plane- I am out of the country from Nov. 23-Dec. 6 and do not have access to cell phone, land phone, satellite phone, fax, pager, snail mail, smoke signals, mirrors, courier pigeon or email. However, Big Brother in Washington, DC does know where I am. New passports have microchips so I cannot hide for long!

I hope you have a nice Thanksgiving and we'll catch up next week.

Tired of Turkey for Thanksgiving? Try another American Original - The World Famous JoelBurger

2006-11-22T12:56:00.000-05:00

Tired of eating turkey for Thanksgiving? Perhaps you may want to try eating a JoelBurger instead.

Hoarding a JoelBurger

2006-11-17T12:57:00.000-05:00

David Hoard,former instructor at NCA&T, recently devoured a JoelBurger.

Leaping past the competition!

2006-11-13T17:52:00.000-05:00

The increasing popularity of The World Famous JoelBurger is helping Fincastles quickly leap past the competition.

What even more pimento cheese? WOW!!

2006-11-13T17:45:00.000-05:00

Insiders view of The World Famous JoelBurger

2006-11-13T16:23:00.000-05:00

What makes the JoelBurger so good?

2006-11-13T14:18:00.001-05:00

Another Day Another Happy JoelBurger Customer!

2006-11-13T14:11:00.000-05:00

Jerry Hammock wolfed down half of his JoelBurger in about 2 minutes. He was so delighted at his new discovery of lunchtime fare that he glady showed off his remaining burger that he eagerly consumed after this picture.

Remembering our Veterans

2006-11-12T11:55:00.000-05:00

In addition to models discovering the JoelBurger, it is better honor to know that members of the the local VFW post 2087 are big fans of the JoelBurger. At their most successful blood drive back on September 11th, they celebrated with the crew from Fort Bragg by ordering a half dozen JoelBurgers to share with the tired and hungry nurses. Many said it was the best burger they have ever tasted and they can't wait to come back to Greensboro. However many have been called back to serve in Iraq.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to servicemen of past and current conflicts and we look forward to future opportunities to witness their satisfied smiles after eating the JoelBurger and to thank them personally for all that do for us!

God Bless America!

News Flash: Models discover the benefits of eating JoelBurgers

2006-11-12T09:35:00.000-05:00

Concerned about their small BMI- Body Mass Index levels and detrimental effects of anorexia, area models are now discovering the benefits of consuming large amounts of JoelBurgers. One exclaimed that I love JoelBurgers it has helped my confidence and self worth. While others eagerly await to see if it will help them quickly add muscle mass to their skeletal frame to avoid termination of future model contracts.

In the future we will provide pictures proving this fantastic breakthrough in the Model industry.

Hugging the Angus

2006-11-08T15:19:00.000-05:00

Evening Fincastle chef, Hugh Bryant, busily prepares the Angus for future JoelBurger production. FYI- Fincastles purchased the steak trimmings from cuts used at the top area chophouses. That is one of the key reasons why The World Famous JoelBurger is so good! Only the best ingredients and plus the loving care and attention to detail by the Fincastles pros.

"Carpe JoelBurger!"

2006-11-08T14:42:00.000-05:00

Dr James Joel Leonard recently dispensed sage advice to his son Joel to "Carpe JoelBurger!"

Translated Seize the Joelburger! In other words enjoy life while you can! Because when you get older, food does not taste as good and your body breaks down and even the memories fade. But if you savor life and all of the pleasures like JoelBurgers, you will live to be very content!

Thanks Doc for all of the years of service to our community! We love you!!!

Maybe a fuzzy image but still a MasterPiece

2006-11-08T14:24:00.000-05:00

An impressionistic picture of the JoelBurger or a shaky photographer? We will never tell. Regardless The World Famous JoelBurger was still spectacular!

The JoelBurger Dream Team

2006-11-08T14:19:00.000-05:00

Fincastle Pros- Server better known as Fincastle DIVA, Clarice Johnson and top culinary expert Anthony Steeple pose with the ornately decorated plate of The World Famous JoelBurger. As Anthonysays "presentation is important!"

The Art of Cooking The World Famous JoelBurger Action Pics

2006-11-06T11:29:00.000-05:00

Oh, what a site to behold- Two more JoelBurgers on the way

2006-11-03T14:06:00.000-05:00

Glowing Comments from customers about The World Famous JoelBurger

2006-11-03T13:57:00.000-05:00

We can't wait to come back and get more JoelBurgers!

A special request: Can you ship The World Famous JoelBurger to Minneapolis?

2006-11-01T09:57:00.000-05:00

Had to share this unique request: Jerry Hagen of Minneapolis just sent us an email request for The World Famous JoelBurger to be shipped to Minneapolis.

Jerry Hagen is a noted food expert and certified BBQ judge. He said that the picture looked so good that he wants to see for himself.

Our message to Jerry is that we are checking with area logistic companies about packing and shipping procedures for the 1183 mile journey for The World Famous JoelBurger and will get back to you asap.

Stay tuned as we chronicle this endeavor.

Who knows in the future, The World Famous JoelBurger may help address the US trade deficit if we start shipping them overseas.

Who manages the quality of the World Famous JoelBurgers?

2006-10-31T15:35:00.000-05:00

Emmet and Jody Morphis- aka "The Burger Brothers" They make sure that customers receive prompt, friendly service and can get the best burger ever made-

The World Famous JoelBurger!

What is the best way to hold The World Famous JoelBurger?

2006-10-31T15:16:00.000-05:00

Two hands works best!

Hey, it is Halloween-- This Cool Cat wants a JoelBurger NeOW!

2006-10-31T14:29:00.000-05:00

Nice costume! Looks like it could it eat it with just one bite.

The World Famous JoelBurger

2006-10-31T08:30:00.000-05:00

Above is a picture that took hours to post on blogger. See the pimento cheese oozing out the side. See the butter soaked into the toasted Sourdough bread. See the fresh tomato and lettuce peaking out the bottom. And see the glistening Angus burger shine for the camera.

Yes, this is one great burger to behold!!! Now you can see why this burger deserves it's own blog.

Who is the woman behind the JoelBurger?

2006-10-30T20:31:00.000-05:00

Yes, just like the saying goes behind every good man is a good woman. And behind every JoelBurger is Linda Morphis. She slaves away making gallons of fresh pimento cheese each day. She said "The World Famous JoelBurger is keeping her from retirement." But she doesn't mind, she loves to see the smiles on the faces of those eating The World Famous JoelBurger.

How do you eat The World Famous JoelBurger?

2006-10-30T20:20:00.000-05:00

One bite at a time! MMMMMGOOODDD!!!

The World Famous JoelBurger is too big for Blogger

2006-10-30T20:14:00.000-05:00

We have uncovered a technical challenge while creating this site. We just took several pictures of The World Famous JoelBurger, yet we cannot upload them to the blog.

The World Famous JoelBurger is just too big for Blogger to handle. We appreciate your patience as we figure how to over this technical issue.

In the meantime, go to Fincastles and try The WorldFamous JoelBuger.

Who cooks The World Famous JoelBurgers?

2006-10-30T18:10:00.000-05:00

Anthony is the Man! And he does a wonderful job at not only cooking up The World Famous JoelBurgers on the spot but he also mentors new cooks to make sure all JoelBurgers are enjoyable experiences.

Why only the best ingredients? We personally perform quality control.

2006-10-29T12:41:00.000-05:00

Above picture shows why "The World Famous JoelBurger" has pimento cheese and not hot peppers. Just a small bite of this homegrown ornamental pepper has Joel in tears. Notice the gloves-- he put these on after a trip to the restroom. OUCH!!!

Want to provide Heart Surgeons job security?

2006-10-29T12:30:00.000-05:00

To help them repay college loans, heart surgeons recommend daily consumption of
The World Famous JoelBurger.

Who serves the World Famous JoelBurger?

2006-10-29T12:09:00.000-05:00

Any of the staff at Fincastles can serve you. However, if you visit Fincastles during lunch you may be able to get The World Famous JoelBurger served to you by the legendary Jaybird Williams.

Jaybird, a nationally known singer, may even belt out some of his favorite songs during lunch. Check him out, he is a joy to watch!