[Photograph: The Grid]

Toronto-based magazine The Grid asked four local chefs to reimagine the Big Mac combo and "turn the most famous dish at McDonald's into a five-star meal" (à la Fancy Fast Food). Besides the combo's components—burger, fries, Coke, and condiments—chefs were only allowed to use oil and water, but with whatever kitchen equipment they had. Results: "mortadella" made of emulsified patties, lettuce, onions, and sweet-and-sour sauce; a pasta dish with french fry "spaghetti"; a burger "cake" topped with icing made of fries, ketchup, special sauce, and Coca-Cola; and samosas filled with a mixture of meat, onion, and barbecue sauce. Here's a look behind the scenes. [via Metafilter]

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