Adventures in Coffee

Ran out of espresso beans so I went on one of my morning drives to Progress. I kept it short and sweet this time and just shot a couple things on the way there rather than creeping through east of downtown like I often do... Because I have things to do today -- I was really excited to get home and make that coffee and we may be heading to Barton Springs -- happy Friday!  Love Austin!

BUT if you are interested in following my espresso project, MENH, My Espresso in Its Native Habitat, you can catch up here, on Instagram.  

As you can see, I discovered that Kaos DJ Mike Danger has an alter ego or a cousin. On another note - one of his bands, The Knocked Out Stiffs, is playing tonight at Emo's East, along with Pocket FishRmen, Brewtality Inc., The Chumps, and Sabbath Crow. Wow, writing all that just made me realize what a great show this is going to be!

San Antonio Weekender

 

We made a little weekend trip to San Antonio because the band in which Mike plays bass, Brewtality Inc., had a show at The White Rabbit. Brewtality Inc. is a good time, punk rock/rock 'n roll drinking band - always fun and always reminds me of being a bad ass in my twenties! I get chills now at least once during their set, remembering good times and just enjoying my friends. xo! Awesome group of dedicated, sweetie pie guys!

We stayed at El Tropicano on the Riverwalk. It's a 50's tiki lounge-style hotel. It has tons of potential but it's definitely lacking in service, amenities, and a touch of class. Apparently it's been remodeled so I can't imagine what a shithole it must have been prior to the rennovations. It's fine if you can appreciate a trip back in time and an unintentional nod to all things seedy but not if you're looking for something more upscale. That said, it makes me think of old Hollywood glam (think Rat pack in Vegas or the Cuban equivalent lounge singer in Miami) but, again, they need some help.