BenjaminNicholas

Don't let your dick do the thinking... That's a fast way to get asked to leave your gym and learn an embarrassing lesson. He's a trainer. Have enough respect for that to stick to the script.

Thanks for the boots-on-the-ground report. I'm seeing this later in the month (and excited to hear the score... Even the recycled bits Shaiman used from Smash) What irks me is that online chatter is already going full-woke over the subject matter and how it's being handled. Is the show really that problematic? Edit: As for ticket pricing, right now people want to be entertained, hence why you're seeing discounts for the more serious plays, but shows like Moulin Rouge and Wicked remain sellouts at nearly full-price. I'm seeing tickets for Salesman as low as $20 on TDF. That makes me sad.

RM is becoming increasingly more bloated on the backend and it's beginning to show in their server speed and general response time.

This. And let's not forget some semblance of self-control. Many people have unhealthy mental relationships with food. They eat to feel better. While I enjoy food, I look at it, bottom line, as fuel. The internal question I tend to ask myself is 'do I want to put shit into my body or do I want ultra-premium fuel?'

Agree. While different in how they hit the GI, they are easily capable of clearing EVERYTHING out of you... Quickly.

It's an incredibly mediocre play with a hook to get people to sit through it.

It truly depends on the hotel and the employee. No matter what stories you hear on this thread, I'd still tread lightly with hotel staff. More to what the OP is seeking, super high-end is not really in the wheelhouse of this board.

All major carriers are running full, both up front and in the back. Like was said in the thread you mentioned, there are fewer crews working, less equipment running and fares will remain high until both things change. Every airline CEO has made mention of these issues in the last couple of quarters. I just flew back to SAT from Barcelona after spending a week on the new Ritz Carlton Evrima. The flights were oversold both coming and going. AA's new all J widebody configuration can't come soon enough.

He was one hell of a live performer. Saw him multiple times at Gruene Hall over the years.

He definitely has built himself into looking like one of the Von Erichs. However, he's nowhere close to as handsome, proportionate or tall as Kerry Von Erich. He was a beautiful man.

Yep, it works well when fucking bb. Lasts a long time. Stays smooth and eventually absorbs in. Also have used aquaphor. Thicker, better for edging and j/o, but still pretty decent for anal.

The only thing constant is change. Atkinson had a good run. Been that way since 1960.

While this is a small, indie horror film that's just now hitting a wider release in theaters, it's still flying under the radar. If you like '80s-era horror/gore, this one's for you. Fun throwback synth-beat soundtrack. A surprisingly good cast who sells the shit out of the script. And then there's the practical gore effects: Incredibly over the top. Done by a killer lead (Art The Clown) who nearly makes all of the death scenes full-on camp. The film is ridiculous escapism, pure and simple, but on a $250k budget and, now, a $2.5 million take, I foresee another being made in the future. https://variety.com/2022/film/news/terrifier-2-viewers-vomit-pass-out-director-says-surreal-1235407675/

Big points for a Guffman reference.

Don't Tell Mama. 9th Ave Saloon While not a specific gay bar, it's got a pretty strong gay following: The bar at The Russian Vodka Room on 52nd.

Dubai is not the US, but it's not anywhere near as bad as people make it out to be. Most people who seem to be the most vehemently against the city have never even been. No, there are no 'known' gay bars and clubs. Just certain nights of the week at hotel bars where guys meet up. Grindr works well for the casual meet. You can also find guys for rent there as well. PDA, gay or straight, has always been frowned upon in the Emirates. You just don't do it. As with anywhere in the world, respect your locale and you'll likely have an incredible experience. Sidenote: If you're spending time in Dubai, drive up the highway to Abu Dhabi and take a couple of days to see the city. It's the polar opposite of Dubai and the design/culture is fascinating.

There's this incorrect assumption that Michelin stars only go to eateries with fussy, complicated food. Sure, there are always those, but there are also just damned good kitchens that are cranking out stellar meals getting them too. Consistent, delicious food. I'd agree with @cany10011that the places to watch are those headed up by the former line/sous of the big spots. They are finally getting out on their own and feel like they have a lot to prove. This can make for a fun meal.

RM plays favorites. It's the same with their 'Rentmen Exclusive' guys. No rhyme or reason to the listing and they don't put qualifications anywhere on the site. You're better off paying for multiple days of platinum in major cities you plan on visiting. That will get you traffic and inquiries.

Well, now you do. Do better research next time. This dude is a fucking quack.

I'm gonna make a left-turn on the Rendezvous suggestion: While good, it's now a tourist trap and I wouldn't wait 45+ minutes for their dry. For me, the real magic is driving 30 minutes to Mason, TN and eating at Bozo's. https://bozoshotpitbar-b-q.com/

I don't trust anything health-related coming from a Florida 'authority' Considering how hard that state fought against vaccinations and correct medical information, I'm taking this study with a grain of salt. Wake me when he presents peer-reviewed journals. Correlation is not causation and causal empiricism is not science.

Wholeheartedly 👍👍👍

Huge fan here. Sad, sad news.

I'm an AA Concierge Key, which is the top of the food chain with them, so I say this with tough love for American, but what they offer as a premium product isn't really all that impressive. It no longer leads the pack and hasn't for over a decade. I get access to Flagship and Flagship First Dining whenever I travel, so I'm there weekly. It's better than the Admirals for sure, but it's no UA Polaris. It's nowhere close to actual super-premium lounges like AC's Signature Suite, SQ's J/F lounges, AF's La Premiere, CX The Pier or EK's First Class lounge in Dubai. Flagship Lounges are wildly inconsistent. DFW is always a mess, while JFK is usually pretty solid. MIA is hit or miss. AA's current seating is outdated and many times, broken down. Their catering is boring. The wine choices are crap. Service is hit or miss, depending on the crew. This will likely change for the better once the new J-class seat is installed. I forsee AA rebranding and overhauling the whole premium experience... And I hope it's for the better. I show loyalty to my airline, but I'm not blind to the realities of it. When I get to fly JAL, SQ, EK or QR, I realize how far US airlines need to go to become even remotely competitive for the premium market flyer.

There's been zero mystery to McD's beef for decades now. Google makes it easy, indeed. https://www.eatthis.com/this-is-where-mcdonalds-gets-its-meat/