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(05/11/12 3:57pm)
Hand over the ketchup, because Travel + Leisure just named Philly the second best burger city in America, as uwishunu reports. Yes, that's right--our meat-hungry mecca is NUMBER TWO in the country--second only to Providence, RI. While we may not have a staple chain of burger places (In-N-Out, Jack in the Box...does McDonald's count?), T+L appears to fancy the fancier side of our city's sandwiches:
Perhaps some thanks is due to celebrity chef Jose Garces, who tops his eight-ounce Angus burgers at Village Whiskey, off Rittenhouse Square, with maple bourbon–glazed cipollini, Rogue blue cheese, or foie gras.
So go ahead and shed a tear for that leftover cheesesteak in your mini fridge; we hear eight ounces of quality beef sandwiched between two toasted buns can put a smile on anyone's face.
(05/01/12 10:54pm)
Looks like some students on VP's 4th floor channeled their cabin fever into something way, way groovier. (In case you're wondering--yes, you have seen this before.) Way to stay alive, y'all!
(04/28/12 8:37pm)
The clock strikes 11:00 p.m. You're in Rosenparty, the adderall is wearing off and you've resorted to looking at pictures of calzones. You wander into Mark's--the sight of soggy, plastic-wrapped sandwiches almost kills your appetite--but not quite. Desperation is imminent. So what's it gonna be, bb? We consulted our fanciest food astrologists, and now we have all the answers. Read on to find out what your late night study snack really says about you.
(04/18/12 5:43pm)
The '90's were a time of several transitionally awkward trends (see this, this and this), but THIS? This 1999 depiction of our Quaker surrounded by toast is a sight for sore (and creepily blue) eyes. Though modern day QBF's smile is, 13 years later, still a bit on the hello-may-I-offer-you-some-candy-in-my-van side, we're more than happy to shove this Polaroid back in the drawer with our scrunchies and Spice World VHS.
(04/16/12 2:18pm)
Still hungover? Too afraid to inspect the textual evidence of last weekend's embarrassments? We heard you last Fling, and this year we want to hear you again.
(04/12/12 2:01pm)
There are two ways to look at the litany of events lined up for Fling weekend: the first (otherwise known as the worst) is as an overwhelming, panic-inducing period of time when you'll be perpetually questioning your sanity. The other (better) way to look at this weekend, however, is as a challenge.
(04/05/12 3:27pm)
Recently spotted outside the string of alt/hip/middle school date-worthy venues along 40th and Locust was this orange beacon of light: Alas! There will be booze. Setting up shop next to Keswick Cycle, Ramen Bar will fill the space now occupied by half of Strikes and all of Locust Moon (cue look of ¡OMG! feigned surprise). While yes, this means the death of all your indie 'zine and Dragon Ball dreams, you'll be able to mourn their demise with a sake bomb (or seven) soon enough.
Update: Locust Moon is re-opening at 40th and Ludlow in early May! Let the dreams live on.
(04/01/12 4:10pm)
Technically Philly Phools Us All – The techie-geared blog posted an article this morning titled "85% of Wharton students are unaware they can stay in Philly after graduating." A trite joke, sure, but at least it's not another Facebook status about being pregnant.
(03/28/12 7:04pm)
That's right: Penn's Philomathean Society is bringing us former World Chess Champion and 2007 Russian presidential candidate, Garry Kasparov! Scheduled for next Tuesday (April 3rd) in the Harrison Auditorium of Penn Museum, Kasparov is set to pawn off words of wisdom "on his experiences in chess and politics." The talk will be followed by a reception, offering students the chance to meet him (and potentially challenge him to a lil' Chess With Friends). Not interested? These specs could change your mind:
Kasparov was ranked number one in the world for 255 consecutive months–the longest streak ever in the history of ever
He retired from chess in 2005 and since has become a leader of The Other Russia
He is known to chess fans as the "Beast From Baku" after his aggressive style of play (Grrrr, baby, very grrrrrr)
This three minute long video of black and white footage of him gaming to the tune of dramatic music exists
He has a website! And wrote a book! And will sell you as many stainless steel initialed key chains (on CLEARANCE) your money can buy.
Now that's what we'd call a check mate.
(03/26/12 4:35pm)
Lest we forget that celebrities are people too, Alan Cumming, Tony recipient and voice of Rumpledkiltskin, was spotted co-mingling with students after speaking in Meyerson this past Saturday. Cumming tweeted about it later that evening, further cementing the evidence. (Social media, you dirty minx!) The Internet may be forever, but stories don't age so gracefully, so to all you kids lucky enough to be a part of this photographically felicitous testimony, our suggestion: milk it while you still can.
(03/15/12 7:37pm)
We always knew SPEC Jazz and Grooves were some cool cats, but now they're going to be some cool online cats. Joining the world of ~*~*technology*~*~ will be jazzandgrooves.com, a website J&G plan to use as "the first ever Philadelphia music and events blog for Penn students." Woah, hey, that's pretty awesome! To celebrate, they're holding a launch party, a final concert at the ARCH and a Fling shindig. Check out all dem sweet deetz below:
(03/14/12 8:09pm)
Bicycle crime is no small matter in West Philly. According to this article in last month's DP, bike theft skyrocketed 57.6% from 2010-2011, a number expected to increase even more in the coming years. And this data isn't faceless, either: most of us have at least one friend who, after snagging that sexy two-wheeler and owning it for an entire two months, has to endure the disappointment of waking up one morning to discover only a broken lock (and heart, presumably) in its place.
(02/27/12 5:04pm)
Quite a bit, apparently. Spotted early this morning amidst College Green was a newly rainbow-hued LOVE statue. According to our sources, the makeover, touted as a "public art installation," may be the first of many Cubic Street Art projects. Maybe it has to do with our school's gay-friendly status? Perhaps.
LOVE it? Hate it? Let us know in the comments.
(02/25/12 5:50pm)
We like drinking games. We also like getting fancy. Tomorrow marks the 84th annual Academy Awards, otherwise known as the perfect opportunity to do both (without having to deal with SPORTZ–ew). Whether you're into movies or just looking at sexy people, we recommend you do so to the tune of shots on shots on shots. Plus, what better way to prepare for Spring Break, which, holy tits, is like one week away WUT? Anyway, back to business. Here are the five simple rules that will have you on the floor before you get the chance to spot even a single nip slip:
Take one shot for every winning film you haven't seen because you were in Van Pelt playing Neopets.
Take one shot every time you spot Sean Penn (we're desperate and stretching it, bear with us, fellow alcoholics). Take another shot every half hour you DON'T spot him--or see him wearing this.
Shotgun a beer each time you catch a wardrobe malfunction (exactly like being at Blarney past midnight, no?)
Take five shots every time you see Ryan Gosling and are subsequently forced to suffer through your BFF's "Hey girl..." joke.
If The Muppets wins (nominated for Best Original Song–we'll let you go ahead and figure that one out on your own), you must drink all the drinks until there are no more drinks. And then sing this.
(02/20/12 7:46pm)
Are you the bee's knees in bed? Buzz off (JKJK we luv u bb, stay). Regardless of your sexual prowess, VagMons is co-sponsoring an educational workshop regarding S-E-X from which even the sexiest of sexy sexters can learn.
(02/06/12 3:42pm)
That stick figure below "BALLET w/ Joanna" is pretty convincing, and that "modern" "dancer" is close enough we guess, but the tangoing couple just beneath "SOCIAL DANCING"? We ain't buyin' it.
(02/04/12 10:30pm)
$$$ REWARD!!!
(02/02/12 3:57pm)
We'll go ahead and let this sign (spotted at 40th and Locust) speak for itself. Wax on, wax off and the like.
(02/01/12 6:26pm)
We've all been there. It's 2:15 a.m., and where are you? In the corner of Smoke's, standing quietly and hoping nobody will notice you're still alive. "No, it's okay. I know him," you say defiantly. Sure you do. After a few minutes of drunken one-sided arguments with your least favorite bartender, you leave, convinced that it was your choice in the first place and no, you will absolutely not be coming back (until tomorrow). You let your feet take you where they will take you. They take you to McDonald's.
(01/30/12 3:42pm)
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