There was both a change in chef as well as a change in the toppings from last year’s first place finish. The 2015 “Dry Aged Beef Burger” at The Whelk was simpler than last year’s version and combined a rich blend of rich dry-aged beef topped with sweet pickles, belle bantam cheese, bacon and onion mayo on a brioche bun. The beef was perfectly seasoned and still delivered a rich flavor, which was complemented by the sweet pickles. The sauce added a wonderful sweet and creamy addition, while the nuttiness of the cheese and the smoky-saltiness of the bacon added additional flavors to the burger.