The Acai Bowl is increasing in popularity and rightfully so. The Brazilian acai (pronounced ah-sigh-ee) berry itself is a superfood filled with antioxidants, fiber and omega fatty acids. But are these bowls really good for you?
Much, much more than a mustache
Homemade green curry is better, and it’s not hard to make, but I understand now that not everyone wants to make their own everything (yup, that was shocking for me learn!)…and sometimes we just want things to be just plain simple.
El Machete Illustrated is a weekly series by political cartoonist Eric J. Garcia.
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Kinky Goes Acoustic
By Sandra A. Trevino on February 10, 2015
With a career spanning over 15 years, regio-alternative rockers Kinky, dropped a brand new album today, a live recording of old favorites, a few covers and new tracks on “MTV Unplugged,” available here. The album features collaborations with artists like Mala Rodriguez, Carla Morrison and Voz De Mando as well as new takes on old […]
Food & Drink
Fat & Happy: Roasted Veggie Tortilla Pizza with Kale Lime Pesto
By Monique Costello on February 8, 2015
Pizza is a funny thing. Most people love it and would say it’s their favorite thing ever in the whole world! And there are a few who actually don’t like it. What’s left is someone like me. I like the idea of pizza, but prepackaged, sugar-laden sauces, cheap cheese and mile-hi crusts don’t do it for me.
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How to Survive Fifty Shades of Valentine’s Day and Jamie Dornan’s Butt
By Jane Virgout on February 7, 2015
I must admit that I wasn’t very excited about the Fifty Shades of Grey movie when it was first announced. I had tried to read the books because I was working at a sex toy store at the time and women were coming in comparing all the bondage stuff to the novels. “Ohmigod, it’s just […]
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Interview: Jorge Mújica, Last Candidate on the Left
By Hector Luis Alamo on February 6, 2015
The well-known activist explains why he’s running for alderman in the 25th ward as the only openly declared socialist candidate in the city
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Young Latina Calls Out Rep. Luis Gutierrez’s Sexist TV Ad for Rahm
By Karina Pantoja on February 1, 2015
Machismo hinders the development of our community, which is why Congressman Luis Gutiérrez’s endorsement for Rahm Emanuel is problematic.
We get it. Pilsen is quickly mutating into an “It Barrio,” a hipster mecca, a new Midwestern Brooklyn; a graveyard for local culture, a breeding ground for the sanitized, the standardized and the gentrified. Change is afoot. So, like we said: we get it. We understand why yesterday, The New York Times published an itinerary […]
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Interview: Los Poetas
By Sandra A. Trevino on January 29, 2015
“This opportunity to be a voice for Latinos in a genre that often neglects our contributions is something we take very seriously.” We’re not exactly sure how we first found out about Toronto-based Los Poetas but we felt their music as soon as we heard it. The first song on our radar was their […]
It’s healthy, it’s tasty, it’s portable…
The aldermanic candidate talks about his personal history and what he would do to secure a better future in the 25th ward.
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Poté’s “Voyeurism” EP Now Available via Enchufada
By Sandra A. Trevino on January 23, 2015
If you pay attention to the UK underground, you’ll see there is never a shortage of promising young producers popping up every year and pushing the scene into new and unexpected directions. St. Lucia-born and London-raised Poté is exactly one of these rising stars, who’s made his mark on the scene by channeling the percussive […]
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Thursday Treat: Run The Joyas from Olmeca
By Sandra A. Trevino on January 22, 2015
Hip hop artist Olmeca just dropped his new single, “Run The Joyas,” and holy mother of hip hop goodness this song is dope! He’s offering a free download of the song. Yes! “Olmeca continues his refusal to be restrained within any musical genre or content with his newest single “Run the Joyas”. Coming right out […]
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Complicated Animals to release debut EP “In This Game”
By Sandra A. Trevino on January 22, 2015
After releasing the album “Brasilissima” in 2011 to great acclaim, Brazilian American singer-songwriter Monica Da’Silva, along with musician-producer Chad Alger, are happy to be collaborating together under their new project, Complicated Animals. They are celebrating with the premiere of their EP, “In This Game,” a six song masterpiece that features their brand of indie nova which […]
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Artelitas en Accion: A Fundraiser and Art Auction in support of Young Progressives for Chuy
By Sandra A. Trevino on January 20, 2015
La Villita arts collective Las Artelitas, a group of young women focused on creating art and fostering culture and community, are working to help Jesus “Chuy” Garcia get elected as Mayor of Chicago. They are hosting a fundraiser to help raise funds for Young Progressives for Chuy in an effort to bring new leadership to […]
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Aryk Crowder – “One By One” (VIDEO)
By Sandra A. Trevino on January 20, 2015
Chicago-based musician Aryk Crowder has been crafting his own blend of evocative soul for a number of years. His most recent single, “One By One,” and the accompanying video were created in direct response to to the city’s growing gun violence issue, sparked by five people being shot (one killed) in front of […]
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Fat & Happy: Finger-licking, Stupidly Yummy Chocolate Pudding with Whipped Coconut Cream…and it’s good for you!
By Monique Costello on January 18, 2015
I thought about how I licked the spoon two, three, eight-hundred times, then dug my whole fist into the blender to scrape out every last little drop. The whipped coconut beaters got licked before they were even off the blender. Do I need to say more? Okay. This is also healthy.
El Machete Illustrated is a weekly series by political cartoonist Eric J. Garcia.
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Fat & Happy: Cauliflower Rice with Middle Eastern Flare
By Monique Costello on January 11, 2015
It’s January. Besides fighting Seasonal Affective Disorder, most likely we’re also doing triage concerning holiday overeating. Cue this week’s recipe. And thankfully, she didn’t forget to bring the deliciousness.
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Thursday Treat: P3CULIAR!
By Sandra A. Trevino on January 8, 2015
We’re all creative creatures, yes? We thought it nice to share some of our favorite creative humans in the form of unique music videos and what better day than Thursday! Start off your weekend in the most joyful of ways – with great music accompanied by outstanding visuals. This is our Thursday Treat. (Bonus: No […]
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Oh so Cheeky! Soulphonetics Interview (Anniversary Event – Harbee’s – 1.9.15)
By Sandra A. Trevino on January 6, 2015
We’re no strangers to the awesomeness of Soulphonetics. The fact that they’re celebrating their first anniversary at Harbee’s only makes us like them even more. It says a lot about their success as music makers, selectors and overall booty-shakin’ DJs extraordinaire. Join their anniversary celebration this Friday, January 9th at Harbee’s in Pilsen. They’ve invited DJ […]
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Celebrate Good Times! January at Harbee’s
By The Ponderers on January 6, 2015
Celebrate the start of the new year with The Ponderers at Harbee’s! We continue to feature an eclectic selection of dance music so make sure to wear comfy shoes to get your oogie-boogie dance on. To bless our dance lovin’ souls we’ve invited the fabulous vinyl selecta Constance K. to join us on our first […]
