Category Archives: Reviews

Forecastle Continues to Forge Kentucky Identity

Posted on July 27, 2014 by theurbanllama

The Forecastle music festival in Louisville continues to grow and find its place as one of the signature events Kentucky has to offer. Running since 2002, the three-day music, art and cuisine event this year drew just over 60,000 visitors, … Continue reading →

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The Dude Does Abide

Posted on July 23, 2014 by theurbanllama

Dammit I missed it again! As a fan of the Coen Brothers’ films and devotee of their 1998 cult classic, “The Big Lebowski,” I’m thinking next year I have to check out Louisville’s homegrown Lebowski Fest. This year marked the … Continue reading →

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Forecastle Offers Fans A “Bourbon Universe” at Weekend Festival

Posted on July 20, 2014 by theurbanllama

Man the weather has been a bit of a bummer if you are attending the Forecastle Festival this weekend in Louisville. Friday it was rain, Saturday gloom, and Sunday isn’t looking much better. I recommend some of Kentucky’s finest bourbon … Continue reading →

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Bourbon for Blood

Posted on May 28, 2014 by theurbanllama

If you are trying to raise money for a good cause in Kentucky, it’s never a bad idea to offer some fine sipping whiskey as an enticement. This was just the case last Thursday when I attended the finale of … Continue reading →

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Forecastle Music Festival Hits Louisville

Posted on July 23, 2013 by theurbanllama

Finally I am recovered, rested, and back in my groove from going to see Forecastle two weeks back. I only went to the Saturday shows, but had friends in town Thursday through Tuesday, which had me in entertainment mode. The event … Continue reading →

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Amazing Eats at Havana Rumba in Louisville

Posted on July 4, 2013 by theurbanllama

After doing some enthusiastic consumption of bourbon at the Garage Bar, it was time to do some serious eating. I had already pushed our reservation back once by phone from the patio. It was such a nice night out and … Continue reading →

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Whiskey at the Garage Bar

Posted on July 1, 2013 by theurbanllama

I had friends in town from Washington, DC, last weekend, who were visiting family in Fort Knox. Karen and Travis needed a night out in civilization, and Maia and I definitely were ready for a moment away from our parental … Continue reading →

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Basa Offers a Modern Take on Vietnamese

Posted on May 26, 2013 by theurbanllama

Basa is a lovely Vietnamese bistro located on Frankfort Avenue in Louisville. This is a bohemian section of the city, full of independent, “Do It Yourself (DIY)” types, which Basa fits into nicely, as it has a very approachable atmosphere. … Continue reading →

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“American Sniper” by Chris Kyle

Posted on May 19, 2013 by theurbanllama

“American Sniper” is the autobiography of Chris Kyle, who was the deadliest sniper in U.S. military history. From 1999 to 2009, Kyle recorded 160 confirmed kills, with another 95 unconfirmed, earning him the nickname: al-Shaitan Ramadi or “the Devil of Ramadi.” … Continue reading →

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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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