Monthly Archives: March 2013

The Sweetness of 16 Teams Remaining

Posted on March 28, 2013 by theurbanllama

My brackets are in shambles. I continue to hold a slight lead in our household competition over my 11-month old daughter and the two boys, 8 and 10. But the 8-year old is closing on me – sad but true. … Continue reading →

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A Seriously Delicious Bourbon Pork Chop

Posted on March 27, 2013 by theurbanllama

I’ve been in a cooking groove for the last week. The cold weather makes me want to stay inside where it’s warm, and having the oven on makes it even toastier. This is a twofer recipe. I wanted to use … Continue reading →

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Florida Gulf Coast University is Living the Life

Posted on March 25, 2013 by theurbanllama

Cinderella is alive and well in the 2013 edition of the NCAA tournament. Florida Gulf Coast University is the first ever 15 seed to advance to the Sweet 16. With their high-flying dunks, dreadlocks and chicken dance – the Eagles … Continue reading →

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Crawfish Fettuccine for the Louisville Game

Posted on March 24, 2013 by theurbanllama

Game time Saturday night and I was getting an unexpected surprise. The whole house was clearing out as Louisville was about to play Colorado State for a spot in the Sweet 16. It has been a long week, as the … Continue reading →

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Jim Beam Offers Up Aged White Lightning

Posted on March 22, 2013 by theurbanllama

Around the Kentucky region, stories of outlaw whiskey fill the hills, and with the surge in popularity being enjoyed by the whiskey industry it’s no surprise that moonshine has become all the rage. Jim Beam is hopping into this niche market … Continue reading →

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Bring on the Madness of March

Posted on March 21, 2013 by theurbanllama

March is synonymous with madness. Spring temps get peoples blood pumping, the whiskey flows on St. Patrick’s Day, and all that contributes to the insanity of trying to predict who will win college basketball’s national championship. One might think that … Continue reading →

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Corn and Shrimp Risotto on Tap for Birthday and Basketball

Posted on March 19, 2013 by theurbanllama

It was a big day at the Langley-Wilson household Saturday. In addition to Louisville playing for the Big East title (Wow what a comeback win!), it was also the birthday of Maia’s oldest son Gabriel. It was the big 1-0. … Continue reading →

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The Rand Paul Rant

Posted on March 14, 2013 by theurbanllama

I guess I will join the chorus of those applauding Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.), for his nearly 13 hour rant on the floor of the U.S. Senate in an effort to delay the confirmation of John Brennan as the new … Continue reading →

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SHOWTIME UPDATE

Posted on March 12, 2013 by theurbanllama

SHOW ALERT: * Animal Collective w/Dan Deacon @ Madison Theater in Covington TONIGHT * Tyler the Creator is throwing down @ Newport Music Hall in Columbus TONIGHT * Django Django @ Newport Music Hall in Columbus WEDNESDAY * Todd Snider … Continue reading →

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Louisville’s 2013 Forecastle Festival Lineup Announced

Posted on March 12, 2013 by theurbanllama

This cold weather stuff can leave anytime, but until then I will settle for warm thoughts, and the arrival of artists who are scheduled to play at the 2013 Forecastle festival in Louisville, Ky. The big headliner is The Black … Continue reading →

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