Gusty fauna
The women of Flora Bodega put their mouths and money behind expanding access to local food.
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Co-op Cornucopia
The sign at 2901 N. Walker Ave. says “Samir Groceries.” The sign at 3020 N. Walker Ave. says “Flora Bodega.” We’ll let you decide which one is the grocer and which is the bodega. You can buy beer and wine at both, but cigarettes at only one and fresh greens only at the other. Flora…
Strain Review: Papaya Cake
Strain name: Papaya Cake Grown by: Jake’s Jungle Acquired from: Grade A Dispensary Date acquired: Sept. 20 Physical traits: light green and orange with subtle purple Bouquet: sweet and floral Review: Jake’s Jungle is a name I’m sure I’ve heard from a reputable source about quality flower, but can’t remember where (short-term memory loss is…
Soundcheck: Neon Cathedral – Velvet
There’s something palpable within the shrouded layers of fuzzed-out guitar, delicate vocals, and hypnotic rhythms of Velvet. It lurks under the soft yet heavy sheets of reverb, vague in form but muscular in aura. The lyrics that share its air are mysterious enough to protect its identity from the wider world, but for those who…
With dances and tears
It’s the middle of Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs from Sept. 15 (Mexican Independence Day is the 16th, not Cinco de Mayo) to Oct. 15. Let’s celebrate by getting a glimpse of mariachi culture. “Music is very important to us Mexicans. We will celebrate life with dances and tears. Mariachi music is part of every…
One man musical preservation society
The Oklahoma music scene state- Twide is booming and beginning to establish itself as an important source of creative, diverse bands and artists, but none of that could be possible without a rich history of groundbreakers and trailblazers stretching back decades. The underground musical history of Oklahoma is way more than just Flaming Lips and…
Strain Review: Wedding Cake
Strain name: Wedding Cake Grown by: High Sky Acquired from: High Sky Date acquired: Sept. 20 Physical traits: sandy purple and light green Bouquet: floral but sweet Review: I have a tendency to make sharp turns into hole-in-the-wall dispensaries in awkward locations because of a love of dive bars and restaurants serving surprisingly excellent fare…
The rezolution will be televised
In the historic tribal sovereignty ruling of McGirt v. Oklahoma, the U.S. Supreme Court declared almost half of Oklahoma to be Indian Country. With a 100% “Certified Fresh” rating on Rotten Tomatoes and the rise in popular parlance of “Sonics,” Sterlin Harjo (Seminole/ Muscogee) and Taika Waititi (Maori), as co-creaters and executive producers, proved the…
Black Sky Affair
While many forms of pollution receive hefty doses of attention, one regularly gets short shrift: light pollution. Blooming encroachment of indiscriminate skyglow into the night over the last several decades in urban, suburban, and even rural areas must give pause. For the children of today, it’s hard to miss what they’ve never known, and if…
Theatre Obscura
“It’s an immersive art collective, almost like an adult playground,” Ronn Burton said, describing the art installation that is Factory Obscura. The permanent space, 25 NW 9th St., is home to Mix- Tape, the third installment for the experimental art experience and walk-through exhibit. Factory Obscura was formed in 2017, with immersive art and collaborative…
Textured Gigh
In March 2019, Oklahoma Gazette published these words: “Oklahoma Gazette has partnered with the minds at Guyutes, 730 NW 23rd St., to go beyond the ubiquitous pot brownie and provide cooking with cannabis recipes that will deliver desired medicinal results in an elegant fashion. Guyutes owner Jarrod Friedel and chef Matt Pryor have teamed up…
Gazedibles: Pie, oh my!
Who doesn’t love pie? Americans love it so much we made apple pie our national dessert. Sweet or savory, hot or cold, for breakfast or for dinner, there’s a pie for every meal of the day. Here are seven spots where you can find a fantastic pie in any flavor in Oklahoma. Pie Junkie 405-605-8767…
Citizen Spotlight: Giving through gardening
In each issue, we are highlighting a person in our community who stands out for their leadership, kindness, and good deeds. Know someone like that? Email bgreen@ okgazette.com to share their story. On a little patch of land tucked into the heart of Oklahoma City, you’ll find a small paradise. The air is fragrant as…
Support local food producers
Bui’s Breadsbuisbreads.com Michelle Bui spends her time crafting breads of all stripes, but she quickly became a name around town for her Hokkaido milk bread. Her sourdough pretzels have also been a big hit during this Oktoberfest season, with additional, limited-time specialty breads popping up from time to time (this month’s offering is a moon-…
All who wander
With the exception of the odd bottler of “sourced” whiskey or a handful of backwoods moonshiners, Oklahoma has never been much of a home for full-on liquor. Our wine industry produces loads of popular, fruity choices, and our craft beer market is off the charts, but for genuine Oklahoma-distilled spirits, there just aren’t many options,…
October food festivals
It’s officially fall, and in Oklahoma, that means a plethora of festivals. Here’s a look at just a few of the autumnal celebrations happening in and around the metro this October. Oct. 2 Plaza District Festival plazadistrict.org/plazafest It’s hard to believe that the Plaza District is into its second decade already, but since the District…
