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May 11, 2012
Bolsa's Covered Patio is the Perfect Place to Ride Out the Summer (and Get Drunk)
Sometimes you just really need to get drunk on fancy cocktails in the middle of the day. (And by "you," I mean me, of course.)Lots of places don't open until 5 or later, though, or they close during that late afternoon lull between lunch and dinner service; often, if they do stay open during t ... More >>
Blogs
April 5, 2012
Looking For a Patio To Sit On This Weekend? Check Out The Overserved's Handy Guide.
Spring Fever is casting her spell and I can already see the telltale signs. We all find excuses to quit a little earlier and our patio-dwelling hours get a little longer. But there is more to the Art of Patio than a nice deck and outdoor seating. Indeed, you can match one for every mood, so this spr ... More >>
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February 2, 2012
Conquer Your Super Hangover
Spring Fever is casting her spell and I can already see the telltale signs. We all find excuses to quit a little earlier and our patio-dwelling hours get a little longer. But there is more to the Art of Patio than a nice deck and outdoor seating. Indeed, you can match one for every mood, so this spr ... More >>
Culture
January 12, 2012
Anne Frank and Baruch de Spinoza: Shut in and Cast Out
WaterTower and Stage West offer two different takes on power and intolerance.
Blogs
January 3, 2012
Ilona Scheel Rocks Around the Loft in Fair Park
Welcome to Local Music 'Mericans, where we get to know the people behind the scenes in Dallas/Fort Worth music. Ever look up at apartments above some of our local bars and wonder who the hell lives there? Meet Ilona Scheel, who resides just above Expo Park's Amsterdam Bar. No, she's not a crazy ca ... More >>
Blogs
November 15, 2011
Dallas Beer Festival Canceled
NOOOOOO!Citing lack of advance ticket sales and overcommitment with the simultaneous Dallas and Houston Beer Weeks, Cathy Clark Rascoe confirms that Saturday's Beer Festival was canceled Tuesday afternoon. "It was a really hard call," she said about an hour after making the decision. "We tr ... More >>
Blogs
July 21, 2011
Q&A: Eels Frontman Mark Oliver Everett Talks Writing Albums While Horny and Being a Rockstar
For the four-year period between 2005 and 2009 Mark Oliver Everett didn't release any new material with his alt-rock outfit Eels. But it didn't mean he was resting on his laurels. Quite the opposite, actually, as the privilege of hindsight reveals it as one of the truly prolific periods of his care ... More >>
Blogs
April 1, 2011
See Some Cool Scooters and Bikes, Support Deep Ellum, Check Out Some Music and Maybe Get Famous at the 2011 Rockers Vs. Mods
It's an annual tradition around these here pars, when those oh-so-hip folk with the leather jackets and motorcycles fake square off against the ones in square-framed glasses and their Italian scooters. Yes, it's Rockers vs. Mods weekend. And this weekend's festivities are once again quite full of ... More >>
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March 31, 2011
Two-Wheeler Weekend
It's an annual tradition around these here pars, when those oh-so-hip folk with the leather jackets and motorcycles fake square off against the ones in square-framed glasses and their Italian scooters. Yes, it's Rockers vs. Mods weekend. And this weekend's festivities are once again quite full of ... More >>
Blogs
January 12, 2011
Tonight, Tonight: Whiskey Folk Ramblers at Renfield's Corner, Organ Yank at Andy's Bar, Dikes of Holland at Rubber Gloves and Hudson Moore at The Aardvark
This particular hump day evening provides some bands with interesting band names that, thankfully, make interesting music.
Blogs
January 5, 2011
Three Area Acts Pop Up On A Year-End List Of The Weirdest Band Names of 2010
"Now, that's some weird, wild stuff!"North Texas isn't lacking for bands with somewhat out-there names. Some that immediately come to mind? Sextape, Dikes of Holland, Man Factory, Shaolin Death Squad, Fatty Lumpkin and Sky Eats Airplane, just to name a few. Surely there are others.Regardless, fin ... More >>
Music
December 16, 2010
What happens when beloved local acts hit the road in search of success?
"Now, that's some weird, wild stuff!"North Texas isn't lacking for bands with somewhat out-there names. Some that immediately come to mind? Sextape, Dikes of Holland, Man Factory, Shaolin Death Squad, Fatty Lumpkin and Sky Eats Airplane, just to name a few. Surely there are others.Regardless, fin ... More >>
Blogs
October 20, 2010
Five Horrible Novelty Burger Trends
Via EaterWe'd like to six-shoot that Nacho Whopper outta here.Dear Burger King, we'd like to request to live outside test markets. The fast food chain currently is testing its "Nacho Whopper" (comes in a double) in the Netherlands, and we couldn't be happier. Keep that nacho thing away from us. Y ... More >>
Blogs
September 3, 2010
Good Friday: The Labor Day Long Weekend Edition
"Yazz Flute!" At Amsterdam BarIt's Labor Day weekend, and the parties will be happening all over town. One of the most interesting is the Expo Park Jazz Festival's "The Many Faces of Jazz." This two-day jazz festival will happen at Amsterdam Bar on Sunday and Monday and will feature 14 local and ... More >>
Blogs
August 30, 2010
I'm a Geek Who Drinks...Root Beer?
I've been totally jazzed about telling all you drinkers, girl and otherwise, about how bad ass Geeks Who Drink on Mondays at the Barley House is. It is just 2 weeks old, but it is outstanding. Geeks Who Drink, for those who don't know, is an organized pub quiz for teams of up to six, spanning pop ... More >>
Blogs
August 26, 2010
Poster of the Week: Amo Joy, Little Birds and Man Factory at The Amsterdam Bar Tonight
Hey, remember those awesome shirts with wolves on them you used to buy from those pamphlets they'd hand out in elementary school? Of course you do. They are, after all, the new hipster chic. And, actually, they make for a pretty cool poster, too.
Blogs
July 14, 2010
Gig Alert: Benefit for Rockin Ralph of Hollywood 5 and Dime
Frankie Campagna of Spector 45 passes along word today of a benefit taking place tonight to help the man known as "Rockin' Ralph" of Expo Park retail outfit Hollywood 5 and Dime. Last week, Ralph sustained several injuries while in an accident on his motorcycle. A benefit concert, where all of th ... More >>
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July 8, 2010
The Final Footie
Frankie Campagna of Spector 45 passes along word today of a benefit taking place tonight to help the man known as "Rockin' Ralph" of Expo Park retail outfit Hollywood 5 and Dime. Last week, Ralph sustained several injuries while in an accident on his motorcycle. A benefit concert, where all of th ... More >>
Blogs
June 21, 2010
Today In Music News: Snoop Gets The Boot, Raveonettes Rock The Food Court And Where Have All The Grunge Bands Gone?
Your daily dose of national music news for Monday, June 21, 2010...Snoop Dogg has been booted from the line-up at a free festival in the Netherlands. You would think one place that would be cool with Snoop would be that country.If there is one thing the Raveonettes know how to do, it's rock a ... More >>
Film
June 10, 2010
Holy Rollers
Your daily dose of national music news for Monday, June 21, 2010...Snoop Dogg has been booted from the line-up at a free festival in the Netherlands. You would think one place that would be cool with Snoop would be that country.If there is one thing the Raveonettes know how to do, it's rock a ... More >>
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April 29, 2010
Do Hot-Blooded Mexicans Not Need Winter Coats?
Your daily dose of national music news for Monday, June 21, 2010...Snoop Dogg has been booted from the line-up at a free festival in the Netherlands. You would think one place that would be cool with Snoop would be that country.If there is one thing the Raveonettes know how to do, it's rock a ... More >>
Blogs
April 27, 2010
The Amsterdam Bar: It's Easy To Get Happy In Amsterdam--Unless Your Drug Of Choice Is Television
Each week City of Ate will give you the lowdown on a local happy hour in Quittin' Time, with the details on why you should or shouldn't take up the featured bar or restaurant on its drink specials.Where: The Amsterdam Bar, 831 Exposition Ave., 214-827-3433When: 2:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., seven days a w ... More >>
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April 22, 2010
Trivia Geeks Unite
Each week City of Ate will give you the lowdown on a local happy hour in Quittin' Time, with the details on why you should or shouldn't take up the featured bar or restaurant on its drink specials.Where: The Amsterdam Bar, 831 Exposition Ave., 214-827-3433When: 2:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., seven days a w ... More >>
Calendar
March 25, 2010
Two-Wheeled Weekend
Each week City of Ate will give you the lowdown on a local happy hour in Quittin' Time, with the details on why you should or shouldn't take up the featured bar or restaurant on its drink specials.Where: The Amsterdam Bar, 831 Exposition Ave., 214-827-3433When: 2:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., seven days a w ... More >>
Calendar
December 17, 2009
The Great States
Each week City of Ate will give you the lowdown on a local happy hour in Quittin' Time, with the details on why you should or shouldn't take up the featured bar or restaurant on its drink specials.Where: The Amsterdam Bar, 831 Exposition Ave., 214-827-3433When: 2:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., seven days a w ... More >>
Blogs
November 11, 2009
Days Gone Bite: C-Rations, K-Rations and SOS
C RationsTo the men of the 504th regiment, 82nd Airborne--"the Devils in Baggy Pants"--who crossed the Waal in Holland and battled Panzers in the Ardennes. My uncle 'Highlee' fought with them. And to Marines of the American Legation Guard, Peking, colloquially known as "the North China Marines" w ... More >>
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March 19, 2009
Pomp and Go-Go Dance
C RationsTo the men of the 504th regiment, 82nd Airborne--"the Devils in Baggy Pants"--who crossed the Waal in Holland and battled Panzers in the Ardennes. My uncle 'Highlee' fought with them. And to Marines of the American Legation Guard, Peking, colloquially known as "the North China Marines" w ... More >>
Blogs
February 19, 2009
What's In My Closet? Magical Moments Edition
Actually, yes, I do know how lucky I am to be a sportswriter. Every once in a while, I just need to be reminded. Digging through my old box of media credentials usually does the trick. Jump for four of my all-time faves: (Of course, I don't have a pass from the May 1, 2008 launch of T ... More >>
Blogs
February 16, 2009
The Cake Cart
When we think of hunting and gathering, we rarely think of cupcakes. Although we've evolved past literally chasing our food, we still get a kick out of chasing leads that take us to it. So, when we heard about The Perfect Slice, a roving cupcake vendor, it piqued our sweet tooth and our sense of ad ... More >>
Blogs
January 7, 2009
The End Of The End Of Year Lists: Noah W. Bailey's Favorite Albums Of 2008
Sure, 2008 may be done, but the list-making still continues... This year, five contributors to the Dallas Observer's music section were asked to participate in the Village Voice's annual Pazz & Jop critics' poll, which compiles the lists of hundreds of music critics across the country into one m ... More >>
Blogs
July 24, 2008
Lost in Dealey Plaza, "The Bermuda Triangle of Pop Culture!"
Sure, 2008 may be done, but the list-making still continues... This year, five contributors to the Dallas Observer's music section were asked to participate in the Village Voice's annual Pazz & Jop critics' poll, which compiles the lists of hundreds of music critics across the country into one m ... More >>
Blogs
May 7, 2008
Guy Who Started FireAvery.com Now Twiddling Thumbs
Sure, 2008 may be done, but the list-making still continues... This year, five contributors to the Dallas Observer's music section were asked to participate in the Village Voice's annual Pazz & Jop critics' poll, which compiles the lists of hundreds of music critics across the country into one m ... More >>
Blogs
April 1, 2008
Sleeping in the Blogspot
Sure, 2008 may be done, but the list-making still continues... This year, five contributors to the Dallas Observer's music section were asked to participate in the Village Voice's annual Pazz & Jop critics' poll, which compiles the lists of hundreds of music critics across the country into one m ... More >>
Music
March 27, 2008
Four Clubs Closed in Deep Ellum and Exposition Park in the Past Month
So where's the outcry?
Calendar
March 13, 2008
Two-Wheel Throwdown
Rockers and mods square off
Dining
November 1, 2007
Review: Cafe Rembrandt
Maintaining a warm and inviting space
Blogs
July 18, 2007
So, You Don't Like Airplane Food, Hunh?
Maintaining a warm and inviting space
News
May 10, 2007
Old-Time Religion and New Americans
Hispanic evangelical leaders join to push for compassionate immigration reform
Calendar
May 3, 2007
Not Pop, But Pong Art
Hispanic evangelical leaders join to push for compassionate immigration reform
Film
April 26, 2007
Rachel Stein, Showgirl
Back home in Holland, Paul Verhoeven uses his basic instincts to craft a slick Holocaust thriller
Dining
December 14, 2006
Ginned Up
BlackFinn takes the "Irish" out of Irish pub
Blogs
December 11, 2006
A Search for a Missing Dallas Man Comes Up Empty
BlackFinn takes the "Irish" out of Irish pub
News
May 25, 2006
Running on Fumes
You've got to have balls to sell BioPerformance's hot product--mothballs
News
May 26, 2005
Letters
You've got to have balls to sell BioPerformance's hot product--mothballs
Calendar
August 1, 2002
Lovin' in the Oven
Tanya Holland puts soul into her cooking at Central Market
News
March 30, 2000
Everyone's a critic
The city doesn't buy a homeowner's claim that a junked car is art
Music
July 1, 1999
Mass appeal
The Gospel Swingers take garage rock to church
Dining
October 31, 1996
Hot Dish
The Gospel Swingers take garage rock to church
News
January 25, 1996
What I did on jury duty
Only the fates could land me in J.P. Jones' court
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