As I trolled along, my foot was met with a sound that was familiar, yet strange. Crunch. I stooped down for inspection and saw underfoot what was unmistakably the remains of a dead leaf. While this might mean nothing to you — and I’m aware that a fallen leaf could have been the victim of […]
Jenn Scott
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OKG7 sweet shops
Sweete Memories Specialty Bakery 6501 N. May 842-4799 You might be familiar with its signature box. It’s the white one with the cellophane covering and the gold emblem at the bottom. Inside, it’s the perfect frosting-to-cookie ratio. Cookies aside, Sweete Memories also allows you to indulge in pumpkin and banana bread. Make special orders for […]
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Gimme swelter
Kameron Davis at Melonbike Credit: Mark Hancock You probably knew that already. And I know we’ve all seen the attempt-at-artsy Instagram photos of car thermometers showing temps well north of 100. Sometimes it just feels better to share it. After all, we’re all in this hell together. Really, the only thing to do this month […]
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OKG7 spots in the Asian District
Mr. Pho 1133 N.W. 23rd 525-7692 Obviously the pho is delicious, but you’d be remiss if you didn’t try the Vietnamese vermicelli bowls. The charbroiled shrimp vermicelli (bun tom nuong) is fresh and full of flavor. Start the meal with the shrimp roll, which comes complete with house-made peanut sauce for dipping. Pho Lien Hoa […]
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Go for the gold
Throngs of people schedule their vacation around it. Some are even making the trek to Londontown. But can I level with you? I don’t really care about the Olympics. Go ahead and let the gasps out. I can take it. I’m definitely not anti-Olympics; I just don’t feel the same excitement about it as do […]
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OKG7 just-open restaurants to try
Tacos el Primo 5603 S. Pennsylvania 681-2579 If you’ve got a hankering for tacos or burritos that are muy authentico, make a stop at this new spot. Not in the mood for traditional Mexican fare? Opt for the corn dog. It stays open until 9 p.m., so this taqueria is the perfect option for a […]
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Around the world in OKC
Mexico Iguana Mexican Grill 9 N.W. Ninth You’re probably pretty familiar with this cuisine, so go ahead and indulge with tacos, fajitas, burritos and frozen margaritas. Zarate’s Latin Mexican Grill706 S. Broadway, Edmond Peru draws on influence from several other counties, and it culminates in spicy foods made with chili peppers, and lots of potato […]
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OKG7 places you shouldn’t forget about
Junior’s 2601 Northwest Expressway 848-5597 Have you wondered what a 1980s cruise ship might be like? Forget time travel, just go to Junior’s. This underground (literally) lounge exudes retro decadence from floor to ceiling. If you sit in the lounge, you’ll get a show with singers and sometimes a guest saxophonist on jazz nights. Known […]
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Kidding around
Keedo Kids Credit: Jordan Ensminger No, I don’t have any of my own, but my close friends and family have done an excellent job providing me with lots of nieces and nephews to spoil, from toddlers to grade-schoolers. The thing about kids: They need stuff … and lots of it! And with their frequent growth […]
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OKG7 places to get your brew on
Elemental Coffee 815 N. Hudson 604-9766 With its modern, sleek design, this coffeehouse is great for many reasons. Come and study, bask in the delicious and always fresh-roasted aroma permeating the space, or simply enjoy an espresso or cup of hot tea. Pick up a bag of beans to take home or keep at the […]