Author Archives: theurbanllama

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

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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

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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

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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

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Trump Wins Indiana to Become Likely GOP Nominee for President

It has been a few weeks since there has been a “big night” in the 2016 race for president, but Tuesday qualified. Donald Trump completed his comeback from taking a licking in Wisconsin and bludgeoned Ted Cruz and John Kasich … Continue reading

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Seven Deadly Sins Found in the Streets of New Orleans

As the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival came to a soggy close Sunday, I was jealous when I opened Twitter to see a post from Ivan Neville’s band Dumpstaphunk that they had a late night show kicking at Tipitina’s … Continue reading

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New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival Ends on Damp Note

Mostly there is sun and fun in New Orleans during the annual Jazz & Heritage Festival, but there are those years when it gets wet – and the rain came down hard Saturday bringing an early end to the music. … Continue reading

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Windy Corner Market Makes Tasty Po-Boy Sandwich

On a recent trip over to Lexington, I was needing some nourishment and wanted to steer clear of any chain restaurants, nor was I interested in barbecue or a dive cheeseburger. With those parameters in mind I ended up taking … Continue reading

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Keep On Trucking

Funny how life goes. Shortly after writing my last LlamaRun update on April 8, my body reached an obvious fatigue point. I had been rocking along since early March with four runs of 3-miles each weekly, plus cardio strength training … Continue reading

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Red State BBQ’s Food Truck Visits Frankfort

Commonwealth Credit Union was kind enough to arrange a lunchtime treat for Frankfort residents Thursday as Red State BBQ brought its food truck to CCU’s Louisville Road branch. Earlier in the week an e-mail from my bank alerted me that … Continue reading

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