Male Model Monday

The world of menswear is a very drab one indeed. How many times can you see the same tailored suit or button down tee? However the models in their own right are something to be evaluated. I see male modes as a splendid canvas; so much more beautiful then the anorexic female models, with their knees clanging about and their arms blowing in the wind. Now how the designer sells each piece is their true genius. Runway shows have begun to fascinate me. Live theater meets performance art, and the costume design pulls it all into one flowing creation. I took the liberty of picking my favorite shows for this summer's hottest looks in celebration of Male Model Monday

Clavin Klein


Prada

Versace

Gucci

Take a vision, pull a dream into a stream of comprehension and then add music and you too can put on a fashion show. Keep your eyes open for next weeks Male Model Monday.

Sweet Summer Time

The single greatest thing about Corpus Christi, is the fact that you can travel all over the world and when you return the city hasn't changed one bit. It always feels like home. Unfortunately this trait can also be one of the main reason the city seems so boring! The best way to shake of the summer time slump is to TRY SOMETHING NEW.

Forget about what's "cool" or trying to figure out where the most people are trying to go because that usually leads to everyone staying home. Gather up the crew and get out there. Corpus is full of hip spots that most people are too afraid to try out, usually resulting in the shutting down of that establishment. In order for investors to be interested in bringing their businesses here they want to know that people in Corpus are actually going to support them. A few places that seem to fly under the radar and my personal picks include.

BEER:30- This great little ice house just on the outskirts of the south side of Corpus in the Way Out Weber (W.O.W) region. It's a bright yellow warehouse with blue lights and enormous letters (BEER:30) inside they have a few pool tables giant screens with multiple sporting events and a few arcades. Also every Thursday and Saturday they usually have some sort of live music/performance. Beer:30 only sells beer and margaritas but the prices are the lowest on the south side and they allow you to bring your own bottles of alcohol. *AWESOME* they also have a variety of delicious drunk finger food. The bar staff is also the nicest I've met so far.

MORGAN'S SPORTS BAR & GRILL- This sweet almost pub scene smack dab in Corpus' downtown scene. On the corner of North Chaparral Street. Live music is usually always happening here throughout the week and on Tuesdays they have an all day 2$ pint special. So after Executive Surf club kicks you out at 11 you can just venture here and continue the night until 2 a.m. The bar staff also consists of two bartenders that seem to remember everyone and are very attentive. I've also known this place to see a fairly young crowd (under 30)

RECESS BAR & GRILL- One of the most underrated bars is Recess. The only day I notice it packed is usually on Thursdays. Located on South Alameda Street right next to Coffee Waves (also an awesome place with the only gelato in town) most people forget about Recess out there. Inside they have pool tables, shuffle board, big buck hunter and other various games including a giant juke box. The crowd is primarily students from A&M University which makes the atmosphere infectious.

BOMBAY- Located on Yorktown and Cimarron in the new shopping center with a mini treasure trove of sweet shops. This swanky night club is tres chic, very posh and if you're looking to get fancy with your ladies or class it up with the boys Bombay calls to you. Every Thursday special festivities are usually held and live music is booked on the regular. With one of the largest bars I've seen in Corpus and bar furniture you can tell has never been puked on, this place begs you to come in and sip Cristal. The best part is the lack of drunken drivers zooming around this location, so you can take the back roads all the way home at the end of the night.

POLITICS- One of the newest and fastest growing bar on Corpus' south side. Located in the almost vacant shopping center on Yorktown and Staples this place is tucked away from bothersome police, drunkies and teenagers. Inside they have pool tables, big buck hunt and VIP area known as the velvet room. The drink selection is a decent one, with multiple beers on tap and a nice display of liquors and the bar itself is a circle, so you can easily sit at the bar and make eyes at the cute business person in front of you. The prices here are standard if you live in the "Big City" not really for the light of wallet holders. But the drinks are strong and the bartenders are usually willing to keep you engaged.

YOGURT SPOT- haha I figured some people might not be drinkers! Very new to Corpus, this self serve yogurt joint is mega cute and located in the Kohls' shopping center right where my old love Keva Juice used to be. It's the perfect date spot or after dinner treat. The prices are very reasonable and the yogurt is 98% fat free. (forget about marble slab and their fatty ice-cream)

Corpus is the perfect place for mom and pop shops, we just need to get out there and support them. The city needs our help if it's ever going to grow. So try some place new today!

Car Decals, Tacky or tight?

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Walk the Walk

Heeeey Corpus! So tomorrow is the illuminated night parade of Buc Days! I hope I see everyone there. Also, I found out Corpus has this sweet indie festival every even month and its called the Art walk. Basically for a day Corpus turns more into Austin, with acoustic musicians on every corner and independent jewelry vendors at various stops that are made by this sweet graffiti-ed up trolly which also had a live band on it! Dude I know. I also so so much sweet art, I was in paradise. Everyone was just walking around downtown and chatting and I met so many cool people, I had to double check make sure I hadn't entered the twilight zone. For a city that no longer wants to support the arts financially it sure looks like we know what we are doing when it comes to art festivals.

I also walked past the Ritz theater and saw that it is being renovated and they have all these neat performances lined up when its open. When its finished, I saw party at the Ritz, yeaaaah boi. Keep it real Corpus

Burger Bellies Unite!

I know everyone has gone to Whataburger, but I challenge you to order something knew. I recently ordered a number five (bacon cheese burger) on texas toast with pepper jack cheese and a side salad instead of fries, and let me tell you, my heart grew three sizes that day... probably all the cholesterol but that's alright.

I also heard Sonic has a new burger that has jalapeno poppers inside of it. Sounds like the revolution has finally hit Sonic and I aim to join it.

I just wanted to share my new found love of burgers with the world... or atleast Corpus also I'm hoping everyone will check out this site survey for transforming down town Corpus Christi.

Save the Sea Shore!

Looks like someone has a case of the Mondays

Wow can't believe its already April!! The summer is coming up fast, which means finals are coming up faster. Don't panic, I have a few things that could help you clear your head. With the weather killing any beach activity you'll have to find things at home to occupy your mind and time. Try yoga, you can find videos on youtube to help you. Yoga centers the body and also stretches you out, nothing feels better than a good stretch. You can also pop in your headphones and find a peaceful place to meditate. If this leads to a nap even better, let your body just chill. I heard that watching t.v. actually stresses you out more, because you put off important things and it basically makes you brain dead while you are watching, so try to keep the tv watching to its lowest minimum.

Yoga Video (specifically to work your abs)

Tonight at Del Mar College in the Wolfe Recital Hall, the music department is putting on a Brass Ensemble Concert. I'm guessing if Brass instruments are involved some jazz music will hopefully come up. The concert is April 12 (tonight!) at 7 p.m and admission is free, so go support the musical arts before they are taken away!!

Are you slow to wake up in the mornings? Then look for the Stripes with Taco Company logos on the buildings and inside you can get a breakfast taco with a 20 oz coffee for only 1.49. I personally start all my rough days this way, you can't beat that price and the tacos are really good and fresh.

Until next time , stay salty Corpus

It's been a long night in Corpus Christi

First of all, I'm sorry I fell off the blog scene for such a long time, work and school seemed to consume me for some time. I also recently bought an xbox and let modern warfare rule my free time. But I'm back to tell you thanks for being a fan and even if you don't hear from me for a while I will never be too far away!

Over the weekend Brad and I went to Galaxy Golf. My first thoughts before we found the place, which is located upstairs in Sunrise Mall, was how cool could this place be? Sunrise is a waste land. But we decided to try it out anyway. We walk in, and its dark, black lights line everything and pretty neon stars and plants hang from the walls and ceilings. 7 dollars for adult tickets which is cheaper than Treasure Island. Galaxy Golf actually reminds me of the more sinister Treasure Island. We begin at the first hole, which is just basically a straight shot and I'm a bit disappointed, but then we progress into the next room and the holes are out of this world. (ha) There are rocket ships blocking my way, and aliens trying to swat my ball out of the hole. Everything is neon and glowing even my hot pink ball. There are space stations and most of the holes have moving obstacles, new to the putt-putt scene of Corpus Christi. The best part about it, was Brad and I were alone for about 17 of the 18 holes, then when we were done putting the lady at the counter let us play pool on the glow in the dark pool table. For fourteen dollars the experience was definitely worth it.

Overall I give it 5 cheers for a sweet idea for a secret date. Also it has great location

I also saw Hot Tub Time Machine with my brother Marco, and we were both cracking up. This isn't a movie for young kids, I don't even think they would understand half of the jokes, but for the older crowd, especially if you lived in the 80's and thought it sucked, watch it. Go to Starplex though because I wouldn't pay 7.50 for a ticket to see that movie. It was mostly moments where you find your self saying "omg I can't believe they just went there"

Overall I give HTTM a score of 2 cheers for passing the time and making me laugh.