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GalleryThis Week in Eating Out
Check out the slideshow for everywhere we've eaten this week, or head to the individual posts below.
- A Sandwich a Day: Gyros at GRK in the Financial District (NYC)
- A Sandwich a Day: Salmon BLT at 2 Sparrows (Chicago)
- A Sandwich a Day: Heirloom Tomato and Pine Nut Hummus at The Dutch (NYC)
- A Sandwich a Day: Smoked Turkey from Bradley's Pit Bar-B-Q and Grill in Sweetwater (Tennessee)
- A Sandwich A Day: Grilled Kimcheese at Porsena Extra Bar (NYC)
- A Sandwich a Day: Beer Battered Lake Superior Smelt Sandwich at Farmhouse (Chicago)
- A Sandwich a Day: The Frank Sinatra at Othello Deli in Astoria (NYC)
- A Sandwich a Day: Black & Blue at 694 Wine & Spirits (Chicago)
- A Sandwich a Day: 2 Meat Combo at Kenny & Ziggy's (Houston, TX)
- Bronx Eats: A Mighty But Disappointing Sandwich At Mike's Deli, Arthur Avenue (NYC)
- A Sandwich a Day: Catfish at Van Horn in Cobble Hill (NYC)
- A Sandwich a Day: The Calabrese from Avanti Caffe (Chicago)
- A Sandwich a Day: Pierna Torta at Panadería Chuy (Austin)
- A Sandwich a Day: The Beer Can Chicken Melt from the Lager House (Cincinnati)
- A Sandwich a Day: Chicken Breast Sandwich with Bacon from Epic Burger (Chicago)
- Refined Burgers at Bourbon Steak (Washington, D.C.)
- Reality Check: Culver's Colby Jack Pub Burger is a Hefty, Delicious Fast Food Option
- The Carpetbagger from Edgewood Corner Tavern (Atlanta)
- West Village: Perla's Burger Is So Good You Might Even Skip The Pasta (NYC)
- Buddies Burgers Fail to Impress (San Diego)
- An Excellent Burger Among Dogs at Show Dogs (San Francisco)
- Reality Check: Hatch Chile Burger at Fuddruckers
- Toppings Get Top Billing at Luigi's Pizza Fresca (Marlton, NJ)
- Top This: Pollo (à la Trattoria Neapolis) (Los Angeles)
Reviews & First Looks
- What To Expect at Franklin Barbecue in Austin (Besides The Finest Barbecue in All The Land)
- Date Night: Cozy Argentinian at Porteño in Chelsea (NYC)
- The Vegetarian Option: Quartino (Chicago)
- Lunch in the Loop: BenjYehuda (Chicago)
- Sausage City: Al's #1 Char-Grilled Italian Sausage Sandwich (Chicago)
- Mexican Eats: Solid Breakfast at Alimentos Saludables, Plus a Tamale Sandwich (NYC)
- Breakfast at Maison Kayser: For Best Results, Stay Close to the Bread (NYC)
- Slurped: Skipping the Soup with Hand-Pulled Noodles at Sheng Wang and Tasty Hand-Pulled Noodles (NYC)
- The Vegetarian Option: New Orleans Classics at Sugarfreak in Astoria (NYC)
- Knockout Noodles: Yaya Noodles at Thalia Spice (Chicago)
- Chicago Tacos: Cantina Laredo
- The Grilled Romaine Salad (and Other Hits) at Strip-T's (Watertown, MA)
- Bar Eats: Raymi (NYC)
- Standing Room Only: Branko's (Chicago)
- Kolaches from Czech Stop in West (Texas)
- TGI Fry-Day: Sweet Potato Falafels from I Dream of Falafel (Chicago)
- TGI Fry-Day: Pani Puri at Bombay Chat in Jackson Heights (NYC)
- Sugar Rush: Provence Cake at Dominique Ansel Bakery (NYC)
- First Look: Bisous Ciao (NYC)
- Sugar Rush: Banana Pudding from Sweet Ride (Chicago)
- Sugar Rush: Hazelnut Gelato at Cold Fusion Gelato, Newport (Rhode Island)
- Sugar Rush: Castella Cake at Tous Les Jours (NYC)
- Sugar Rush: Soft-Serve at Vosges Haut Chocolat (NYC)
- Sugar Rush: Peach Jamboree at Magnolia Bakery (NYC)
- Sugar Rush: Cake Shake from Holy Cacao (Austin)
- First Look: Soda Fountain-Inspired Cocktails at The Corner Store (San Francisco)
- Where to Drink Beer Outdoors in Queens (NYC)
- Where to Drink Coffee in Prospect Heights and Crown Heights, Brooklyn (NYC)
- All The Cocktails At The Varnish (Los Angeles)
Guides & More
- Serious Eats Neighborhood Guides: Katy McNulty's Bed-Stuy (NYC)
- College Tours: Where to Eat Near UCLA (Los Angeles)
- 8 Places We Love to Eat Raw Oysters (Chicago)
- College Tours: Where to Eat Near USC (Los Angeles)
- Which Chain Makes the Best Veggie Burrito?
- College Tours: Best Cheap Eats Near DePaul University (Chicago)
- College Tours: Where to Eat Near UCSD (San Diego)
- College Tours: Where to Eat Near Pratt Institute (NYC)
- What to Eat at the 2012 Feast of San Gennaro (NYC)


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BLACKBURN Rovers fan Ned Longworth has supported his hometown club since he was just six.
And yesterday the retired salesman celebrated his 100th birthday in style with a special day at the club's Brockhall training ground.
Ned, of Lower Darwen, who can recall the 1928 FA Cup-winning side entirely from memory, watched the team train, ate dinner with them and got a special behind-the-scenes look at the club's state-of-the-art training ground.
He was also presented with a special Rovers shirt by manager Gary Bowyer, signed by all the players and with 'Ned 100' on the back. Ned, a widower, is a great-grandfather-of-two.
He said: "I am very grateful for the hospitality and everything is world class."
Ned, who says the best player he saw in Rovers colours was Alan Shearer, said he had some special memories from more than nine decades of watching the club.
He said: "In 1924 we had an inside forward called Johnny McIntyre and he scored four goals in five minutes in a First Division match against Everton.
"You will never see anything like that again.
"I have been to Wembley three times — and in 1960, when we lost the Cup Final to Wolves, that was very painful.
"But I saw Colin Hendry score the winner in the Full Members Cup Final in 1987 and that was very good."
Ned, who served five years in the Army and fought his way from Belgium to France during the Second World War, said he had received a telegram from the Queen in the morning and had received more than 60 cards.
He said: "I have been up since 6.55am and it has been non-stop today!
"I would like to thank all the people who have sent me cards and their kind wishes."

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HOUSTON - The Texas Department of Public Safety has added a new weapon to deal with increasingly confrontational drug smugglers trying to out run and out gun state troopers. A fifth DPS gunboat was recently christened in the waters of Long Lake near Austin and is ready to be deployed to the border with Mexico.
"We're seeing ton quantities of drugs and thousands of people being smuggled across," said Steve McCraw, Director of the Texas Department of Public Safety. "Not one square inch of Texas are we going to cede to these thugs."
McCraw said these gunboats became a reality after troopers on the border were faced with the problem of "splash downs."
"It was so frequent we had to make up a term that describes the cartels running from police at high speeds," said McCraw.
DPS officials use the term "splash down" when a suspected smuggler runs from officers and plunges their vehicle into the Rio Grande river. DPS officials report they have encountered 65 "splash downs" since 2009.
"Once they were were in the water, they were off-limits," said Charlie Goble, a Lieutenant with the department's new tactical marine unit.
"They will do anything, they will stop at nothing to get their load safely back to where ever they're going to deliver it or get it safely back to the river so they can try again tomorrow," said Goble. "Their life literally depends on them getting it back."
DPS officials provided Local 2 Investigates with numerous videos showing trucks plunging into the river as men in rafts paddled out to scoop up the drugs and bring the bundles back to the Mexican side of the border where groups of other men were waiting to secure the loads. DPS officials also report 77 "caltrop" incidents during high speed chases since 2008. A "caltrop" is a small spike smugglers are using to flatten the tires of their pursuers.
To combat this problem, the state legislature authorized funds for DPS to build six gunboats. Each boat costs $580,000 and comes equipped with four to six fully automatic machine guns capable of firing 900 rounds a minute. The vessels are also outfitted with night vision cameras and ballistic shields that can withstand numerous gunshots. Each boat can travel in excess of 60 miles per hour and run in as little as two feet of water.
Each boat is christened under the name of a DPS trooper who was killed in the line of duty. The first vessel commissioned was in December. The fifth of what will be six boats was commissioned this month and bears the name of Trooper Russell Boyd, who was killed during a traffic stop outside of Hempstead in 1983.
"He was doing what he wanted and he was happy," said Russell's father, Ralph Boyd. "There's people who live a lifetime without doing what they want to do."
Boyd, a retired state trooper, said he was proud to know his son's name would continue to help protect Texas.
If you have a news tip or question for KPRC Local 2 Investigates, drop them an e-mail or call their tipline at (713) 223-TIPS (8477). Copyright 2012 by Click2Houston.com. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.


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Dubuque outshoots Central men, 69-50
DUBUQUE — The Central College men's basketball team has endured a series of last-minute losses but there was little suspense Saturday as the Dutch were overwhelmed at Dubuque, 69-50.
Dubuque (17-6 overall, 7-5 Iowa Conference) never trailed, bursting to an 11-3 lead before going up 38-20 at the break. The Spartans, who were stopped by Central 61-58 at Pella Jan. 16, led by as many as 27 points in the second half.
It was a frustrating day on both ends of the floor for Central (9-13 overall, 2-10 conference), which shot just 35.2 percent from the field, including 11.1 percent (2-18) from 3-point range, and committed 16 turnovers. Dubuque hit 48.2 percent of its shots and held a commanding 45-30 rebounding advantage.
"We couldn't buy a basket," coach Craig Douma said. "It wasn't that we weren't getting good looks. We had shots inside and outside. We just didn't finish."
Forward Matt Greenfield (junior, Huxley, Ballard HS) had 13 points and five rebounds before fouling out. Forward Jacob Winkler (senior, Lancaster, Mo., Schuyler R-1 HS) added 12 points, six rebounds, three blocks and three steals and guard Branden Stubbs (junior, Pleasant Hill, Des Moines Christian HS) had 11 points.
Central's offensive struggles affected its defensive showing as well, Douma said.
"Overall, our intensity was not what it should have been," he said. "But Dubuque played well. They did some good things."
Central's losing streak was extended to seven games but the Dutch are still in a three-way battle for the sixth and final conference tournament berth with two games remaining. Loras gained an advantage with a 74-56 victory over Simpson Saturday, improving to 3-9. Simpson is tied with Central at 2-10. Those are the two opponents left on the Dutch schedule. Loras comes to Pella Wednesday for a women's-men's doubleheader, with the men's game tipping off at 8 p.m. at P.H. Kuyper Gymnasium. Simpson visits on Saturday in the regular-season finale. Central defeated Loras at Dubuque Jan. 19, 77-75.
"It's on us," Douma said. "We've got two games left and they're at home. It's going to take a total campus effort. We need our student body to come out and help pick these guys up. They need that right now. But it's also on our shoulders."


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I found these heels in Hong Kong (the city where all your obscure fashion desires can be procured) and loved the fuchsia satin and nude combo, but mostly the unique cord ankle ties. Too bad the brand is hard to track online, they have satin envelope clutches with the same cord wrap closure I'd love to get my hands on.. So I got sick of my swoop bangs and decided to part them. Change always takes getting used, so I reverted back to my regular style the day after.. I haven't been able to shake bangs since I first got them in like the 7th grade. Maybe one day..
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I found these heels in Hong Kong (the city where all your obscure fashion desires can be procured) and loved the fuchsia satin and nude combo, but mostly the unique cord ankle ties. Too bad the brand is hard to track online, they have satin envelope clutches with the same cord wrap closure I'd love to get my hands on.. So I got sick of my swoop bangs and decided to part them. Change always takes getting used, so I reverted back to my regular style the day after.. I haven't been able to shake bangs since I first got them in like the 7th grade. Maybe one day..
48 comments:
- Anonymous10/24/2011 4:26 PM
Oh my goodness, the shoes look amazing! You are just lovely :)ReplyDelete
i love everything about this outfit from head to toe. i've been on the hunt for some jeans like yours so i guess i'll have to check out f21! fab shoes btw too, <3ReplyDelete
My heart skipped a beat when I saw the close-up on the shoes...OH My!!!!ReplyDelete
uhm those shoes are so goodReplyDelete
oh my god those shoes. amazing.ReplyDelete
bangs always take some getting used to, maybe overnight curlers..?ReplyDelete
I love your shoes and your perfect pair of jeans;)ReplyDelete
I love how you paired the shoes and necklace. So pretty!ReplyDelete
So those heels are basically amazing... ;)ReplyDelete
Cute shoes!ReplyDelete
Holy COW!!! Those shoes are FANTASTIC!! I want to tweet these shoes...ReplyDelete
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I adore those shoes!!! I was recently in HK as well. Such an awesome place to shop + bargain for deals.ReplyDelete
Stumbled onto your blog and saw your posts on Singapore! Glad you enjoyed your time there :)
Love this outfit! Such cute pieces.ReplyDelete
omg those shoes are INSANE! and somehow match perfectly with your necklace haha. I knew there was something different about your hair! I know what you mean about change being hard, after 17 years of just straight limp hair I decided to get a fringe, possibly the worst decision ever...oh well!ReplyDelete
Love the shoes!!ReplyDelete
I can not express how much I love these shoes!! And the whole look is magnificent!ReplyDelete
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Thanks for commenting on my blog! I just found yours and I'm kind of obsessing over it! Your shoes are amazing. I firmly believe you can wear the plainest of things, and add those killer shoes and you're set. I'm going to Mexico next weekend and can't wait to find jewelry in the marketplaces, similar to what you found in Bangkok!ReplyDelete
I like so much your style. Come to see mine.ReplyDelete
great look ! colorful additions are amazing <3ReplyDelete
You workin' them heels!ReplyDelete
Oooo, where in HK did you find the heels from? Which season where they from? Love how you matched the heels to your necklace! Cute!ReplyDelete
your shoes are out-of-this-world amazing! love your style!ReplyDelete
those heels are crazy/amazing! looove them!ReplyDelete
i've had bangs for about 5 years now, will never go back :)
Katie x
Lovely lovely outfit! By the way, just saw your travel schedule - why is it you get to travel so much??ReplyDelete
Just curious! Thanks for stopping by,
Maria xx
great look! love it!ReplyDelete
I'm in loooove with this entire outfit! Did you buy the jeans recently? If so, F21 here I come!!ReplyDelete
wow, i LOVE your blog! you just found yourself a new follower !ReplyDelete
i definitely need to go to hongkong!i bet the shopping there is amazing!
your style is so chic !
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Very pretty!ReplyDelete
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I normally don't like fuchsia, but oh my those shoes are gorgeous!ReplyDelete
hey love your look. ulook gorgeous!! :)ReplyDelete
Oh, i love your outfitReplyDelete
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those shoes are epic my dear! swoon worthy!!ReplyDelete
wow i love those heels so much! the shape is great and they look great with jeans :)ReplyDelete
love this look on you!! Awesome style~ and those shoes are f*ckin fantastic!!! Some crazily unique design, and totally love the fuschia.ReplyDelete
xoxo Diana
Crazy good find on the shoes. Def one the of the cutest I have seen as of late!ReplyDelete
I loveeeeee your heels, esp the cord wrap strap! Loveeely color contrast:)ReplyDelete
wow, look at that heels! love it, beautiful combo colors, and such a great idea of the cord wrap on the ankle.ReplyDelete
rugged bu so sexy outfit!!! love the pants and oh the heels so adorable... your gorgeous girl!!! enjoyed your blog.., following you now.. hope you could visit my blog too... kissess!!!ReplyDelete
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very cute!ReplyDelete
GREAT SHOES DARLING!ReplyDelete
In love with your shoes!!!ReplyDelete
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Those shoes are absolutely STUNNING!!! LOVE!!ReplyDelete
OBSESSED with those shoes...<3ReplyDelete
Holy Smokes!! Those shoes are a little slice of heaven and I am so jealous they live in your closet.ReplyDelete
How cute are the ties on those shoes! Loving your style & outfits.. heck lady your whole blog is AMAZINGGGGG!! Be back soon :)ReplyDelete
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stunning heels!ReplyDelete
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A bus driver arrested in Melksham after reports he was swigging from a can of extra strong lager has been sacked by employers Faresaver.
Police received reports from a passer-by that the male driver of the 2.40pm X34 Faresaver bus from Frome to Chippenham was swigging from a can of extra strong lager in Frome last Thursday and urinating against the side of the vehicle.
Wiltshire police were alerted by Avon and Somerset Constabulary and officers were waiting at Market Place in Melksham with a relief driver and a supervisor from the bus company at 3.45pm.
The driver, 55, from Trowbridge, was breathalysed and arrested after being found to have 42mg/100ml of alcohol on his breath, above the 35mg/100ml legal limit. He was bailed pending further inquiries.
The replacement driver took over the bus and continued on to Chippenham.
General manager Justin Pickford said: "There is an ongoing police investigation and an internal investigation, but suffice to say the driver is no longer working for us. He was suspended from the moment he was taken off the bus and his employment was terminated.
"We co-operated with the police when we knew there was possibly a problem and one of our supervisors was on hand with the police in Melksham.
"It is a very unfortunate state of events, and the safety of our passengers is of the most importance, and we are working fully with the police on this occasion to put the situation right."
Passengers waiting for the X34 service in Trowbridge this week were shocked at the news.
Ian Stone, 54, from Trowbridge, said: "It should be seriously looked into."
Pensioner Margaret Ludlow, from Bradford on Avon, said "I thought they were pretty good, I take them every day from Trowbridge to Bradford on Avon and back again."