There are certain products that come along in our world that offer two things instead of one. Not necessarily a compromise, but a hybrid. Not necessarily giving something up, maybe adding a little extra.
At least two things come to my mind in this sort of discussion. The first is the wonderful why-didn't-they-make-these-sooner men's boxer-brief underwear. Just think, presidential candidate Bill Clinton could have said "yes" to that icky question during a voters' forum on MTV about his undies rather than "briefs, usually." Boxer-briefs are the best of both worlds (a phrase I said during an advertising meeting at my former job). They are supportive and freeing. Semi-athletic looking and yet at home on your friendly neighborhood couch potato.
Potato? Did someone say potato?
When french fries just won't do it, but onion rings are just too oniony – reach for the tots. Last year was the 50th anniversary of totty goodness being offered in grocery stores (according to this site). Tater tots are also the best of both worlds, in that they are a carb-lover's best friend with their spud content, but also add a little zip of onion in the mix without giving you breath that could stop a train. Four out of five Napoleon Dynamite look-alikes prefer tots.
What represents "the best of both worlds" to you?
RUM and COKE? Or isn't that quite what you had in mind? LOL!
Phones with organizers in them, so I don't have to carry my palm pilot anymore.
Pastry with fruit in the center. Having recently given up chocolate and candy in general, these fruit pastries (of which I only get one during the weekly BIG shopping) are making up for that.
I like broccoflower.
Ok, actually it freaks me out. But I like the IDEA of it.
Pizza delivery via the Internet. Never have to talk to a live person, look at the menu to see the specials & decide what you want, pay for it right there by credit card (including tip) so that when it's delivered all you have to do is take it from the delivery person.
*That* is the best invention of modern technology, I think.
Tivo. I love being addicted to a show, but not have to actually miss out of life to be there when it shows.
I always appreciated the 'sporks' they give you at KFC...the perfect device for eating instant mashed potatoes.