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The old Keg restaurant in the University District hasn't changed much now that it has become the home of University Fitness, but you can't order a steak anymore. The gym is a small, local place to...
The old Keg restaurant in the University District hasn't changed much now that it has become the home of University Fitness, but you can't order a steak anymore. The gym is a small, local place to work-out, and the best part is that the place is never very busy. Even right after work, you can get on any of the machines you want without a wait. Unfortunately, the laid back friendly staff has a laid back attitude towards cleaning the locker room which often smells of sweat and other foul odors. Their ad really says it all, this is the only gym in the U-District (that is unless you're able to join the IMA at the UW).
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We were fortunate to be visiting New Orleans in September 2006 just after the new IMAX movie, Hurricane on the Bayou, had premired. The movie tells the story of Hurricane Katrina's impact on the...
We were fortunate to be visiting New Orleans in September 2006 just after the new IMAX movie, Hurricane on the Bayou, had premired. The movie tells the story of Hurricane Katrina's impact on the bayou, and it shows how the erosion of the bayou swamps is erasing the natural hurricane protection system around New Orleans. The movie is excellent and it will motivate you to look for ways to improve the natural environment in the Mississippi River delta. The IMAX theater itself was very nice (and air conditioned!).
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We were visiting New Orleans in September 2006 and bought tickets for the Shirley Q Liquor show. We're big fans of Mrs. Liquor, but the stage area in Bourbon Pub is too small. Everyone had to...
We were visiting New Orleans in September 2006 and bought tickets for the Shirley Q Liquor show. We're big fans of Mrs. Liquor, but the stage area in Bourbon Pub is too small. Everyone had to stand (no chairs) and it was sweaty-hot (no air conditioning). The show was sold out and it was very crowded. I don't think the short people in the room could see anything. Mrs. Liquor's show was very funny, but too short. The rest of the pub is small, and the party in the street is more fun anyway.
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Oz
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Night Clubs
800 Bourbon St
New Orleans, Louisiana 70116
(504) 593-9491
We enjoyed dancing at Oz during our trip to New Orleans in September 2006. The go-go dancers were exceptionally friendly (especially Jay from Miami) and the music was excellent. Unfortunately, I...
We enjoyed dancing at Oz during our trip to New Orleans in September 2006. The go-go dancers were exceptionally friendly (especially Jay from Miami) and the music was excellent. Unfortunately, I lost my hearing for the next day because I forgot to bring ear plugs to the club. The music is very loud! Also, here's a tip for those without a lot of cash. The cover charge is negotiable...
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Mother's is an institution in New Orleans, and we enjoyed the great food during our September 2006 visit to the Big Easy. The Shrimp Po-Boy sandwich was awesome! Also, we happened to run into...
Mother's is an institution in New Orleans, and we enjoyed the great food during our September 2006 visit to the Big Easy. The Shrimp Po-Boy sandwich was awesome! Also, we happened to run into Chris Isaak who was quietly enjoying anonimity in the corner before we discreetly took his picture. Thanks for the great food, Mother's!
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Location, location, location! Isn't that always the most important thing in real estate? Well, the Historic French Market Inn was a great base for our last vacation to New Orleans in September...
Location, location, location! Isn't that always the most important thing in real estate? Well, the Historic French Market Inn was a great base for our last vacation to New Orleans in September 2006. We were within walking distance of the Natchez stern-wheeler boat, the Aquarium of the Americas (and the IMAX theater next door), the French Market, Mother's (a local restaurant famous for poor-boy sandwiches), and Bourbon Street. The hotel occupys a restored historic building which was once the French capital of Louisiana. There's a quiet courtyard, but no swimming pool. The staff was over-worked, but they were friendly. The room was small but very nicely furnished with daily maid service including fresh soap and shampoo. All this for under $100 per day! It seems that the French Quarter avoided the floods that devastated much of the rest of New Orleans, and this hotel is a great place to stay if you're plans include a visit to the French Quarter.
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I've recently found the wide selection of quality paint available at the Rodda store on Stone Way in Wallingford. Typically, I'm the only home-owner in the store filled with painting contractors,...
I've recently found the wide selection of quality paint available at the Rodda store on Stone Way in Wallingford. Typically, I'm the only home-owner in the store filled with painting contractors, but I'm treated with respect and good humor regardless of the small size of my purchase. The price at Rodda is amazingly low for the quality of the paint. Also, I appreciate the assistance from the experienced staff in the store.
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I've purchased many gallons, pints and painting supplies at Daly's as I've worked on various painting projects around the house. The location on Stone Way in Wallingford is very convenient, but the...
I've purchased many gallons, pints and painting supplies at Daly's as I've worked on various painting projects around the house. The location on Stone Way in Wallingford is very convenient, but the paint is quite expensive. I had trouble with the green paints from Pratt & Lambert, but the other colors look great. Recently, I've been happy with the paints from their competitor a few blocks to the north on Stone Way, Rodda Paints. Rodda has a similar selection of paints and supplies with much better prices.
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Since the start of the smoking ban in Washington, Zaina's keeps the hookahs on display only (at least during business hours!). Unfortunately, the location in the Macy's parking garage closed after...
Since the start of the smoking ban in Washington, Zaina's keeps the hookahs on display only (at least during business hours!). Unfortunately, the location in the Macy's parking garage closed after a dispute with the landlord, but the location near Pioneer Square is still preparing the best Middle Eastern food you'll find in Seattle. I'd recommend the falafel sandwich for about $6. Also, I enjoy the chicken gyro plate which comes with a small salad, hummus, pita bread, rice, chicken stewed in tomatoes and a couple of gourmet olives for just under $11. There's usually a line a lunchtime, but it moves quickly and the food is worth the short wait.
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I enjoy walking around the University Village on a sunny day, and its always fun to stop by the Apple Store to see what's new. I've purchased a few items over the last year, and the friendly geeks...
I enjoy walking around the University Village on a sunny day, and its always fun to stop by the Apple Store to see what's new. I've purchased a few items over the last year, and the friendly geeks at the Genius Bar have helped me a couple of times. Unfortunately, the Apple Store has a very short window for returning defective hardware or software. Be sure to shop on Friday night or Saturday morning and then plan to spend the weekend testing out your new equipment (or software). If something is wrong, run don't walk back to the store to return or exchange your item before the short window for returns is closed.
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