Category Archives: Food

New Orleans Cuisine

The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival Hits the Right Note

Posted on May 5, 2013 by theurbanllama

Do you know what it means to miss New Orleans? Today is the first Sunday in May, which means it’s the last day of the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival. This seven-day art, food, culture and music event is … Continue reading →

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Derby Days Are Here Again – 139th Kentucky Derby

Posted on May 5, 2013 by theurbanllama

Congratulations to Orb and jockey Joel Rosario for their strategic victory in the 139th Kentucky Derby. This was Rosario’s first Derby victory and the first for Shug McGaughy, 62, the famous Lexington-born trainer. Golden Soul placed second and Revolutionary came … Continue reading →

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Mary Lou’s BBQ is Texas-sized Treasure

Posted on May 2, 2013 by theurbanllama

It’s hard to find much Texas in this corner of the Bluegrass, but Mary Lou’s BBQ in Lexington delivers an oversized taste worthy of the Lone Star state. It’s located in a funny little spot on the corner of Walton … Continue reading →

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Brooks BBQ in Lexington Brings Alabama to the Bluegrass

Posted on April 28, 2013 by theurbanllama

I’m always on the lookout for “good” barbecue, but it is surprisingly hard to find. The ramshackle fronts, thick hickory smoke and menus scribbled on chalkboards are telltale signs of a true barbecue joint. It seems simple enough. Often the … Continue reading →

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The Cincinnati Zoo is Purrrfectly Entertaining

Posted on April 16, 2013 by theurbanllama

Coming into the third week of a three-week spring break, the boys and I, and the baby, needed some fresh air. The weather hadn’t been the most cooperative, as temps remained chilly and didn’t inspire much outdoor activity. The first … 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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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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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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Chicken & Waffles

Posted on March 10, 2013 by theurbanllama

I got all Deep South last night in my Kentucky kitchen, and cooked up a mess of Chicken & Waffles to sooth my savage soul. The 8 and 9-year-old boys in the house found this to be quite amusing. They … Continue reading →

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