Author Archives: theurbanllama

Is Modern Life Sustainable in the Face of Climate Change

Posted on January 25, 2020 by theurbanllama

Lately it has grown impossible not to contemplate the sustainability of our modern life amongst a backdrop of hyper-partisan politics, overpopulation and global warming. Each week brings disturbing new tales of climate-related abnormalities adversely impacting our habitat. Or that a … Continue reading →

Posted in Family, Food, Liquor, News, Politics, Travel | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment

KitchenAid High Efficiency Dishwasher Cleans Like A Champ

Posted on December 28, 2019 by theurbanllama

Few things adversely impact family life faster than having a dishwasher go “Out-of-Service.” My crew is a family of five. The speed in which our dishes go from clean and stowed, to dirty and cluttering countertops, is faster than a … Continue reading →

Posted in Events, Family, Food, Reviews | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment

The Il Grande Mafioso – A Super Sunday Sandwich

Posted on November 29, 2019 by theurbanllama

With the Super Bowl just around the corner, it’s never too early to discuss tantalizing treats to serve during the Big Daddy game of the year. There’s never a guarantee that the on-field match-up, or the commercials, will live up … Continue reading →

Posted in Events, Family, Food, Reviews | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Woodstock Turns 50

Posted on October 18, 2019 by theurbanllama

August 2019 marked the 50th anniversary of Woodstock, the granddaddy of all music festivals. It wasn’t the biggest festival ever, and certainly not a profitable endeavor, at least not initially. What set Woodstock apart was its agrarian nature. Set amongst … Continue reading →

Posted in Music, News, Politics | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

A Friday Off to Attend Bourbon & Beyond

Posted on September 30, 2019 by theurbanllama

It was a normal Friday morning on September 20 at my office. I was riding out an uneventful work day, followed by the prospect of attending my boys’ high school football game that evening. Around 10AM my phone rang with … Continue reading →

Posted in Events, Food, Liquor, Music, Reviews, Travel | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Railbird Music Festival is Feast for the Senses

Posted on August 23, 2019 by theurbanllama

The inaugural Railbird music festival, held August 10-11 in Lexington, left the gate as a long shot, but for all who attended, it paid off like hitting an exacta on Derby Day. Held across the picturesque grounds at the Keeneland … Continue reading →

Posted in Events, Exercise, Family, Food, Liquor, Music, News, Reviews, Travel | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

A Big Four Bridge Walk Leads to Schimpff’s Confectionery

Posted on July 19, 2019 by theurbanllama

My daughter was hankering for a serious milk shake, and the sublime sugar rush that comes with such a decadent treat. Now I try not to overindulge, but a milk shake craving is no joke. This type of itch can’t … Continue reading →

Posted in Exercise, Family, Food, Reviews, Travel | Tagged , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Highlands Tap Room Soothes the Late Night Beast

Posted on June 30, 2019 by theurbanllama

Regardless in what city one resides, there’s always a joint or two that services the night owl community. A place where mutants can howl when the mood strikes. Often these are establishments of distinctive, if not questionable character, that serve … Continue reading →

Posted in Food, Liquor, Music, Reviews, Travel | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment

Gov’t Mule Brings Southern Jam to Louisville

Posted on June 28, 2019 by theurbanllama

Got Mule? For those needing some Warren Haynes – a heavy dose was delivered June 24 at Iroquois Amphitheater. Gov’t Mule returned to Derby City in all its Southern jam band glory. The festivities kicked off with Karl Denson’s Tiny … Continue reading →

Posted in Events, Liquor, Music, Reviews | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Late Night Dining in Louisville at The Silver Dollar

Posted on June 22, 2019 by theurbanllama

I was faced with an interesting predicament recently. I took in an 8PM Friday performance of “Hamilton” in downtown Louisville. It ended at 11PM. By the time I was out of the garage and on the road it was nearly … Continue reading →

Posted in Food, Liquor, Music, Reviews, Travel | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment