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Monthly Archives: May 2016
Jurassic Quest A Dinosaur-ific Time
As winter crept along, the baby and I needed a day-trip to get outside the house for a little air. Isabella has a fondness of scary things in general and dinosaurs in particular, so when Jurassic Quest came to the … Continue reading
Clinton Narrowly Wins Kentucky, Sanders Takes Oregon
It took most of the night to be decided, but Hillary Clinton was declared the narrow winner of the Kentucky Democratic Primary Tuesday. The lead swung back to Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders late, as eastern and western Kentucky penalized Clinton … Continue reading
Kentucky Democrats Vote Tuesday
It’s primary day in Kentucky for the Democrats finally. Tell me it doesn’t seem like forever ago that Iowa and New Hampshire first voted, and yet Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders remain locked in a nomination fight. Clinton has run … Continue reading
Posted in Events, News, Politics
Tagged Bernie Sanders, Democrat, Donald Trump, Hillary Clinton, Priorities USA, Republicans
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Plenty of fun to be had on Kentucky Derby Day
With blue skies and mild temperatures, all in attendance at the annual Governor’s Downtown Derby Celebration in Frankfort were free to enjoy the preamble to the 142nd Run for the Roses, and focus on food, drinks and fun. The event … Continue reading
Posted in Events, Family, Food, Liquor, News, Pictures, Reviews, Travel
Tagged Brick Alley, Burgoo, Capital Cellars, Churchill Downs, Completely Kentucky, Governor's Downtown Derby Celebration, Jim Beam, Kentucky Cattleman's Association, Kentucky Coffeetree Cafe, Kentucky Derby, Louisville, Pedal for the Posies, Preakness Stakes, Serafini
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Lunch Vietnamese Style at Cafe Thuy Van in Louisville
With another interview this week in Louisville, I had the opportunity to again sample some Vietnamese cuisine and I was not going to be denied. For anyone seeking authentic Vietnamese fare make the time for a visit to Cafe Thuy Van. … Continue reading
Posted in Food, Reviews, Travel
Tagged Bun Bo Hue, Ca Kho To, Cafe Thuy Van, Dongar Food Mart & Deli, Hu Tien Nam Vang, Lau De, Louisville, Pho, Vietnamese
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Lunch at Havana Rumba Makes My Monday
Having driven to Louisville around noon Monday for a job interview that concluded by 1PM, the timing worked out perfectly to score a late lunch before heading back to Frankfort. I plotted my course to Bardstown Road in search of … Continue reading
Posted in Food, Liquor, Music, Reviews, Travel
Tagged Cuban, Havana Rumba, Louisville, Marcos Lorenzo, Mojito Tapas Restaurant
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Asian Salmon & Shrimp Hash Make for a Tasty Mother’s Day
I’m of the opinion that if there is a special person in your life that needs to be shown they are appreciated, a fine way of accomplishing that is cook them a beautiful meal. I have both my mom and … Continue reading
Posted in Events, Family, Food, Liquor
Tagged Asian Salmon, Chef Space, Darnell Ferguson, Mother's Day, Shrimp Hash, SuperChef's
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Happy 142nd Kentucky Derby
It was a beautiful Derby Day in central Kentucky Saturday, aside from that nasty downpour around 5PM that sent a slew of $500 hats blowing across the grandstand at Churchill Downs. But that failed to dampen the party in the … Continue reading
Posted in Events, Family, Food, Liquor, News, Pictures, Travel
Tagged Churchill Downs, Kentucky, Kentucky Derby, Kentucky Derby Festival, Louisville
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Wagner’s Pharmacy Keeps Tradition Simple
As anticipation reaches a frenzied height for the Kentucky Derby, those looking for betting tips on a horse and a tasty meal should stop in to Wagner’s Pharmacy. Located across the street from the backside entrance to Churchill Downs, this … Continue reading
Posted in Family, Food, News, Reviews, Travel
Tagged Becker and Durski, Churchill Downs, Kentucky, Kentucky Derby, Kentucky Derby Festival, Louisville, Racehorse Liniment, Wagner's Pharmacy
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Welcome to the 2016 Kentucky Derby
Welcome to all venturing from near and far that are descending upon Louisville starting today. Friday is Oaks Day. This use to be the day that locals ventured to Churchill Downs to enjoy a pleasant day at the track, soak … Continue reading
Posted in Events, Food, Liquor, Literature, Travel
Tagged Dr. Gonzo, Hunter S. Thompson, Kentucky Derby, Louisville, Oaks Day, Scanlan's Monthly
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