Category Archives: Liquor

One Giant Derby Day Dilemma

Posted on May 5, 2018 by theurbanllama

It was a quiet morning at the House on the Corner. Spring had arrived in all its glory upon this first Saturday of May. With the snow gone, the grass rejoiced in the sun’s embrace, becoming a vibrant green, energized, … Continue reading →

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Lots To Like About Adriatico’s Pizza in Cincinnati

Posted on May 1, 2018 by theurbanllama

As a life long devotee of attending live music events, it’s helpful to know a few spots in whatever town one is visiting that stays open late, especially on weekdays, to nourish the fatigued and impaired. I look at it … Continue reading →

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Late Night Burgers at Tolly-Ho in Lexington

Posted on April 25, 2018 by theurbanllama

Never underestimate the compelling nature of a great dive cheeseburger joint. Just ask the folks at Tolly-Ho, a late-night Lexington institution for University of Kentucky students and burger aficionados, tucked away near campus in a former dry cleaners at 606 S. … Continue reading →

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Hike Up Berea’s Pinnacles Closes Out Spring Break

Posted on April 15, 2018 by theurbanllama

This weekend marked the final days of what was a three-week spring break for students in the Frankfort Independent School District. With questionable weather most of the break there was lots of gaming, binging on questionable television programming, staying up … Continue reading →

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Gumbo Ya-Ya for a Christmas Birthday

Posted on December 31, 2017 by theurbanllama

Holiday gatherings are generally neither small nor intimate affairs in my family these days. They use to be growing up. There were just the four of us in Frankfort, as our extended relations lived in North Carolina and Pennsylvania. These … Continue reading →

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Friday Night is the Right Time for Shrimp Étouffée

Posted on December 21, 2017 by theurbanllama

Baby it is cold outside. I’m ready to get in the house where it’s warm, pour a glass of wine and get my cook on. This is the perfect time of year for a hot and spicy dish. I picked … Continue reading →

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A Saturday in Lexington with the New UK Wildcats

Posted on December 10, 2017 by theurbanllama

As football nears its college playoff conclusion, it tends to get lost that basketball is well underway. Regardless of UK’s bowl destination, the tip-off of basketball season is always welcomed in the Bluegrass. Coach John Calipari has another crop of … Continue reading →

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Rivalry Game Ends in Rout As Louisville Crushes Kentucky

Posted on November 27, 2017 by theurbanllama

Blue skies and sunshine were in abundance Saturday in Lexington as in-state rival Louisville visited Kroger Field to take on the Kentucky Wildcats. Optimism was high for a competitive game as the kickoff sailed downfield in this early noon game, … Continue reading →

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Wild Turkey Country is a Thanksgiving Must

Posted on November 24, 2017 by theurbanllama

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! As a food fan, I love me some Thanksgiving. Sure it’s just dinner and such, but any time there is a situation that devotes a chunk of Wednesday to shopping and prep, along with a full day … Continue reading →

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Friday Lunch Adventure to Mike Linnig’s Seafood

Posted on August 11, 2017 by theurbanllama

Ever have a restaurant you haven’t dined at before but are positive it will be a fast favorite? It’s weird I know, but sometimes instead of dining at such a location as soon as possible, instead I save it in … Continue reading →

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