I’m happy to report that this season of Top Chef has so far been significantly more entertaining in two episodes than all of the Las Vegas edition. The “characters” are more colorful, the interactions a bit more spicy, and the talent level more even. I am most encouraged at this early stage. Last night’s episode …
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THE CITY PHOTOCAP: Trash At Its Best
Last night’s episode of The City was both fascinating for its insight into the fashion world (that’s right, I used the word “insight” in regards to an MTV show) and simultaneously a near parody of the world itself. On the one hand, we had Whitney struggling to get her fashion line into boutiques and stores …
HILLS PHOTOCAP: Audrina’s Lazy Susan of Douchebags Brings Justin Bobby Back Into The Fold
I’m loving The Hills these days. Kristin’s bitchy demeanor has come into its own (much as it did on her second season of Laguna Beach), and the introduction of this Allie Lutz girl has been nothing but pure entertainment. It’s somewhat tragic that we seem to be limited to only one run-in per week between …
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ADVENTURES IN DOMESTICITY: The Taste of Victory!
As part of my ongoing series of reviewing my free purchases from CSN Stores, I must now move on to my most needed addition to the kitchen: a citrus juicer. My friends and I often convene for what we like to call “Fresh Cocktail Hour,” in which we whip up a batch of beverages totally …
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HOUSEWIVES PHOTOCAP: Proud Mamas and Tricky Boobs
It’s always a little sad when the supporting characters are more fascinating than the leads, and that’s exactly what’s happened on The Real Housewives of New Jersey. Thanks to the colorful twits coming in and out of these people’s lives, we actually have something mildly entertaining to watch these days — starting with the two-headed …
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TOP CHEF PHOTOCAP: Chef with a Capital C
Top Chef returned last week, and already, I’m optimistic for this season. Gone are all the tattooed chefs with their pompous sneers and ridiculous attempts at being badasses. Now we have a more likable group of personalities, even if a few jerks have emerged from the pack (ie. Angelo). Even more encouraging is the sense …
How To Use iOS4
If you’re like me, you just downloaded and installed the new iPhone operating system (iOS4) and nearly fainted at the prospect of all the new features. Multitasking! Folders! Wallpapers! Playlists! Threaded emails! There’s only one catch: it’s not clearly evident how to use all the new stuff. Switching wallpapers is pretty easy to figure out …
ADVENTURES IN DOMESTICITY: Charity Chocolate Tartlets Edition
Back in December, my friends Cathy from the site gas•tron•o•my and Diana from Diana Takes A Bite organized a charity bake sale called “Eat My Blog,” in which local Los Angeles bloggers and businesses offered up tasty morsels to support the Los Angeles Regional Foodbank. The event raised several thousand dollars and was such a …
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REAL HOUSEWIVES PHOTOCAP: Once Again, The Reunion As Told By Shot Glasses
Bravo aired part three of its explosive Real Housewives of New York City reunion, and it continued to be an unparalleled display of Kelly’s craziness. The woman literally doesn’t make sense. Sadly, I don’t have the time to go into it right now as I’m about to disappear off the grid for several hours. In …
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