A lot rides on a debut album: It’s the first — and sometimes only — chance to tell the world what you’re all about. Ramsay Midwood did just that with 2002’s spectacularly named Shoot Out at the OK Chinese Restaurant. “There were a lot of gunfights in Chinese restaurants in California … too much MSG […]
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KD’s kitchen
When not shooting hoops, Durant plans to be on-site at his namesake restaurant. “I’m going to be visible in the restaurant, and try to spend as much of the time as I can there,” Durant said at the Oct. 30 groundbreaking. “If somebody has a complaint, I’m going to try to go back in the […]
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Corn’s new crop
Based in Weatherford, Green Corn Revival never has boasted a stable lineup, but even a massive lineup shake-up this past spring put the group on pause. Six months later, the alt-country act is enjoying a bit of a revival itself, and bandleader Jared Deck believes it’s the finest incarnation yet. “It’s the trust I have […]
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Durant’s delayed
Jim Tolbert OCURA voted Sept. 19 to table a vote on plans by developer Randy Hogan for a restaurant along the Bricktown canal just west of Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar and Grill and east of Earl’s Rib Palace after board members expressed concern about the restaurant’s entrance not facing the canal. During the […]
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Rest of the Best of OKC 2012
See, shockingly, we didn’t have quite enough lists last week, despite running the gamut from Best Waiter or Waitress to Best Free Wi-Fi, so for the fourth year in a row, we’ve assembled some extras — the Rest of the Best of OKC, if you will. And you will.
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2012 WINNERS
PEOPLE Best radio personality or team Jack & Ron 98.9 Kiss Fm, Kyis Best person to Follow on social media Kevin Durant @Kdtrey5 Best local author Lauren Zuniga Best local singer/ songwriter Graham Colton Best local politician Mick Cornett oklahoma city mayor Best community leader Kevin Durant small forward, oKc thunder Best cheF Cally Johnson […]
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The beat is on
Tuna steak at Club One15 Credit: Shannon Cornman And a number of hot new downtown night spots are sure to help keep you in motion. Pack on the pounds and shed them right off at Club One15, 115 E. Sheridan. The venue provides all the amenities of an upscale restaurant, along with the features of […]
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Best restaurant outside the metro EISCHEN’S BAR 109 N. second, okarche Although it’s a bit off the beaten path, patrons of Eischen’s Bar in Okarche will tell you it’s worth the gas money. The menu is simple, but Eischen’s stands by the principle that it’s better to do a few things and do them really […]
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FOOD & DRINK
Best restaurant outside the metro EISCHEN’S BAR 109 N. second, okarche Although it’s a bit off the beaten path, patrons of Eischen’s Bar in Okarche will tell you it’s worth the gas money. The menu is simple, but Eischen’s stands by the principle that it’s better to do a few things and do them really […]
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Best Mediterranean restaurant ZORBA’S MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE & BAR 6014 N. May This marks the fourth consecutive win for Zorba’s, and it’s easy to understand why with its hummus, gyros and grilled skewers. Everything is packed with authentic flavors, and the service is always exceptional. On the weekends, enjoy watching traditional belly and Flamenco dancers while […]