Whether it’s a spa, shop, combination of the two or a full-blown makeup bar, ladies have no shortage of goods or services when it comes to looking snazzy. Sometimes, if the accompanying menfolk are lucky, a minuscule corner on the back shelf bears a few items they can peruse whilst waiting for their lady-friends’ shopping […]
Jenn Scott
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OKG7 spots to eat between shopping
Sweis Pita Bakery2115 N. May943-8923 May Avenue boasts a collection of fantastic shopping and delicious food. Among its gems is Sweis Bakery, serving all the things one might need for a traditional Mediterranean feast. There’s a lunch special that includes a fresh gyro, a gyro salad and house-made pita bread and chips. Make sure to […]
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Wheelin’ and dealin’
Not only are our brick-and-mortars abundant with treasures, but now the lovely creatives of our fair town have taken to the streets. You didn’t think food trucks would be the only ones having mobile fun, did you? With a forward-looking state of mind, Ashley Sellers isn’t just on a trend — she’s starting one. Her […]
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‘Richard’ gears
“Now is the winter of our discontent” might be Shakespeare’s most famous opening line. But no one will walk away from Reduxion Theatre’s Richard III “discontent” with the performances. Known for adding twists to the classics, Reduxion has embarked on its first Shakespearean history, setting the play in the cabaret world of the Weimar Republic […]
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OKG7 spots open on Thanksgiving
Deep Fork Grill5418 N. Westerndeepforkgrill.com848-7678 Deep Fork has your Turkey Day covered for lunch and/or dinner. There will be a traditional Thanksgiving menu, complete with turkey and stuffing, as well as staple items off the regular menu. Expect to see the filet, strip and cedar-plank salmon. Reservations strongly encouraged; the restaurant already is filling up. […]
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Very dirty Santa
Once you’ve whittled down the pile and sent the proper regrets, the focus then turns to those parties you can attend. Some are ugly sweater parties or have other themes. Maybe you’ve got a gala or soiree that requires cocktail wear. Most certainly, however, aside from the dips and the fudge and the dresses, you’re […]
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OKG7 veggie-heavy eats
Pho Kim Long1121 N.W. 23rd528-8826 If you’ve been searching for hearty veggie-only pho, not just a few carrots and pieces of corn, then your pursuit can end here (unfortunately, the broth is still meat-based). It’s no wimpy dish. Enjoy the lightly browned tofu, baby corn, carrots, sprouts, fresh jalapeños and parsley. It’s plenty for two, […]
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‘Glory’ be
Spending hours glued to the TV watching Travel Channel’s Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations isn’t difficult to do. On the show, chef and jet-setter Bourdain whisks himself and his crew around the globe to explore local culture and cuisine. From Beirut to south Florida, he has a true wanderer’s heart. “I’m pretty sure I could sit […]
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Peace be with you
Go ahead and check my math; I’ll wait. Once you’ve accepted the fact there are only eight weekends between you and Christmas, don’t panic. Leave the parking-space hostility and sale-item aggression to someone else. After all, ’tis the season of peace and love! And that’s the motto at the 27th annual Peace Festival. From 11 […]
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Ermahgerd layzurs!
Lasers are no longer only found in campy science-fiction movies or on dry-erase boards during school lectures. Lasers can be used to enhance your appearance. (Not trying to say you need it, beautiful.) Generally, we try to look good for one another. I mean, in the grand scheme of things, there’s only a short number […]