Against all expectations, 2011’s Fast Five was a blast; turning the wheel sharply away from gearhead porn to head into heist-fueled high jinks proved a creative, critical and commercial success, so who can blame returning director Justin Lin for dishing out more of the same? Not I, but he adds so much more that the […]
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Sunny with a side of yum
S&B By: Shannon Cornman CheeseburgersThis American classic — hot, juicy and thoroughly delicious — can really hit the spot. Grab ’em at a metro location of S&B’s Burger Joint or Irma’s Burger Shack. Hot dogsIt’s sort of like a sandwich, only longer. And it’s mighty tasty when it’s grilled. And you can’t make it through […]
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To the Wonder
Terrence Malick either inspires or bores. There isn’t much middle ground when it comes to assessing the famously reclusive filmmaker who has made only six features since his 1973 debut, Badlands. His Tree of Life in 2011 earned praise and derision alike for its ambitions and meandering, largely plotless tale. It was my No. 1 […]
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Back to basics
Paring down to a duo, the Oklahoma City folk-rock duo O Fidelis loosens up. By zach hale O fidelis with chelsey cope 9 P.m. thursDay WOrmy DOG salOON 311 e. sheriDaN WOrmyDOG.cOm 601-6276 free If you look hard enough, there’s always a story to be found within Laney and Brian Gililland’s songs. The husbandwife duo […]
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OKG7 places with patios
Flint Restaurant15 N. Robinsonflintokc.com605-0657 The food, drink and indoor fire pit are enough to draw a crowd. But Flint recently opened its patio, too, complete with a patio menu. It includes loaded, house-made potato chips, chicken bites and the restaurant’s delicious hummus. Cafe Do Brazil440 N.W. 11thcafedobrazilokc.com525-9779 Enjoy a nice breeze and a special on […]
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Formidable fest
The Joy Formidable Photo: James Minchin Hailing from the United Kingdom, The Joy Formidable hardly hides what type of band it wants to be: U2. The group plays a similar bold brand of alternative rock. Since forming in 2007 and spending a few years packing that big sound into small to mid-sized clubs, the band […]
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Different is good
By: Shannon Cornman Just order something weird, OK? Look, I know it is scary going to new places and trying new things. And when you have finite resources, it seems even more important that you really enjoy the food on which you’re spending said resources. But if you never try anything new, you’re never going […]
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Feast of love
Twenty-five restaurants will serve wine, spirits and television-inspired dishes for the 26th annual Chefs’ Feast. At this year’s sitcom-themed event, attendees will have the chance to sample some of the best food in the metro and visit with local chefs. Guests must be 21 to attend. Proceeds from ticket sales will benefit Regional Food Bank […]
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Joke-lahoma
Since 1928, the Oklahoma City Gridiron Club annually has roasted newsmakers, both local and national, and this year’s satirical show is no exception. Audiences of More Obama Drama or Oklahoma is Well Red can expect only the most outlandish from the volunteer troupe of media professionals, said Andrew Harris, chief executive of advertising agency Liquid […]
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I dream of Gabriella’s
Credit: Shannon Cornman Psst. Hey. Hey, you. C’mere Hey, man. You like Italian food? Yeah, I’ll bet you do. Everybody does. You like big portions? You like tasty sauces? Did you like the old County Line building, with the stables and the high ceilings? Then let me introduce you to Gabriella’s Italian Grill & Pizzeria. […]