Tammy Green » Archive for October 2008
Study of an Alligator
This my favorite photo from my recent trip to Gatorland. I get drawn into the contrast between wet and dry; soft swirling sky and dry, sun-baked gator; oily water and tough hide. This alligator is all potential energy. The murky water hides everything and draws the viewer into studying the reflection of clouds. “Feed me your hotdogs. Or small children. Whichever. Do it now.” You can almost feel the alligator … Read entire article »
Filed under: Offline Life
Red Light
Chicago Bites Quick Bite
After we saw Jackie Chen speak at Chicago Gourmet, we couldn’t wait to try Red Light, her restaurant on West Randolph. Unfortunately, we found a big discrepancy between Jackie’s theory of cooking and the execution of it. Read the review on Chicago Bites for details. … Read entire article »
Filed under: Dining in Chicago
Nothing says Happy Birthday like a Zombie
After seeing this ThinkGeek movie I knew I had to get a zombie plushie because, well, they’re evil little dolls. Fortunately Pattie’s happy birthday provided an excuse for an evil purchase! Enjoy the movie. Drop Pattie a Happy Birthday on Twitter @Piratealice — you still have a few hours left. … Read entire article »
Filed under: Odds & Ends
So You Think You Can Dance?
No, but I think I’ll watch! This year’s group of contestants from So You Think You Can Dance? will be at the United Center tonight. If you’re there, be on the look-out for me. I’ll be the geek with the Twitch t-shirt shouting louder than Mary Murphy for the Hot! Tamale! Train! Oh yes I will! … Read entire article »
Filed under: Offline Life
Hot Doug’s
Chicago Bites Quick Bite
This week on Chicago Bites, we have a quick post on Hot Doug’s. It’s incredibly popular, but is it worth the trip and the hype? Drop by for the review. … Read entire article »
Filed under: Dining in Chicago