Category Archives: The Good Life

Silver City, New Mexico

Posted on August 27, 2014 by Sir Barken Hyena

Sir Barken Hyena writes: On a recent road trip that may or may not have included scouting candidates for the new Lady Barken, I detoured a bit to take in Silver City, New Mexico. Though not far over the border from Arizona, you … Continue reading →

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Village Du Jour: Ouray, Colorado

Posted on August 27, 2014 by Sir Barken Hyena

Sir Barken Hyena writes:

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Think Globally Travel Locally

Posted on August 3, 2014 by Fenster

Fenster writes: It is possible in some of our larger cities to approximate international travel without the need to purchase expensive (and environmentally unfriendly!) airline tickets.  And I am not talking Disney-style simulacra, but more of the real thing, or … Continue reading →

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Linkage (Sweet Things Edition)

Posted on July 17, 2014 by Eddie Pensier

Eddie Pensier writes: The Crumbs cupcake-bakery chain, which closed all its stores last week, may be resurrected in some locations as early as next year. Think cupcakes are passé? Try cake cups instead. (I tried these at Bee’s Knees Greenwich Village … Continue reading →

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Eddie’s Tea Chronicles: The Russian Tea Room

Posted on July 14, 2014 by Eddie Pensier

Eddie Pensier writes: Well naturally, one can’t go to this legendary New York restaurant with “tea” in its very name and not order tea, right? The Russian method of brewing and serving tea is a bit different to what we’re … Continue reading →

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NYC Notes, Part 2: Eating and Drinking

Posted on June 27, 2014 by Blowhard, Esq.

Blowhard, Esq. writes: In part 1 of my NYC series I ventured some thoughts and impressions on the city in general, but now let’s talk about something important. Herewith I offer a rundown of some of the more notable meals and … Continue reading →

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Whiskey Class Tonight

Posted on June 26, 2014 by Paleo Retiree

Paleo Retiree writes: When people ask me what I’m doing with myself in retirement, I like to tell them that I’m getting back to my studies.

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Retro Pleasures: A Shave and a Haircut

Posted on June 23, 2014 by Paleo Retiree

Paleo Retiree writes: Thank god the era of the men’s hair stylist is over. Hair stylists, eh? Fussiness, “styling products,” girly smells … It seemed like part of the worldwide conspiracy to make men as vain, as vapid and as anxiety-ridden … Continue reading →

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And Then the Dream Reigns Supreme

Posted on June 19, 2014 by Fabrizio del Wrongo

Fabrizio del Wrongo writes: “You have suffered a great deal, sir?” said Franz inquiringly. Sinbad started and looked fixedly at him, as he replied, “What makes you suppose so?” “Everything,” answered Franz, — “your voice, your look, your pallid complexion, … Continue reading →

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NYC Notes, June 2014

Posted on June 18, 2014 by Blowhard, Esq.

Blowhard, Esq. writes: I recently returned from a 10-day vacation to New York City. Here are some pics and observations from my trip. WARNING: I’ve lived in (suburban) Los Angeles my entire life and spent all of 18-20 days total in … Continue reading →

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