June 2011
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Zero Stars: White Mystery!!
This week on ZERO STARS! MISS ALEX WHITE!  This redcropped rocker has been crunching out kick ass licks in some of the best groups to come out of the Chicago scene in the last decade, including Hot Machines, Miss Alex White & The Red Orchestra, and most recently White Mystery, a two-piece with her bro White Francis.  She can also flex some serious food muscle, so, of course we talk about hot...
Jun 22nd
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Breakfast Jamz: Shan-Cakes!
In this week’s installment of Breakfast Jamz: Shannon and the Clams’ Shannon Shaw makes us her super secret, tasty, crispy badass pancakes!  We call them Shan-Cakes.  Clam-Cakes was a close contender but it seemed misleading.. They’re super flavorful, and, owing to some top-secret ingredients, will be a hit at any drunk morning party!  Start with Secret Ingredient #1:...
Jun 13th
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Zero Stars: John Wesley Coleman!!
This week on ZERO STARS: John Wesley Coleman!  Guitarist of Austin’s The Golden Boys, who’s latest solo record came out last year on Goner, he loves to slap some beans on the plate and a Lone Star on the brain.  Wes says next time you’re down in Austin, make sure and hit the Texas Chili Parlor! “Small spicy with all the works, sour cream, onions, jalapenos, cheese, ...
Jun 8th
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Jun 6th
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It's OK to Steal From the Grocery Store...
…if you’re only stealing an IDEA!  You know how you can get those burger patties at the store with all kinds of cheese and spices and stuff built-in?  Well, last Sunday I decided to try and make my own.  Here’s what happened:  First I chopped up a bunch of vegetables, including some avos, cause I was also makin’ guac.  What’s a burger without a fry-type side? ...
Jun 2nd