Let us guess. You’ve gotten yourselves all in the 1950’s spirit, you’re doing your Jitterbug, your Twist … but you have absolutely nothing to drink! Resident mixologist to the rescue! Ingredients: 2 oz Sailor Jerry 3/4 oz lemon juice 3/4 oz Orange Curacao (you can buy Curacao, or make your own by mixing equal parts simple sugar and … Continue reading
Monthly Archives: March 2013
The Rockabilly Playlist
Hey Daddy-o! This weekend, have yourself a throw-back dance party. Grab your nearest pair of bobby socks, your bolo tie, your pedal pushers, then turn this mix on and get ready to cut a rug! BE BOP A-LULA – Gene Vincent BLUE SUEDE SHOES – Jerry Lee Lewis CHANTILLY LACE – Big Bopper CRY, CRY, CRY … Continue reading
9 Reasons 25 is the new 85
I find myself complaining about the noise level of my neighbors. I want to hit the ceiling with a broom stick and scream, “What’s all the racket?!” I put soft, comfortable pants on at any chance I get. I often say, “Man I can’t wait to get home and get jammy jammed up.” And not … Continue reading
Become a Shark Hunter
If there’s one things we’ve learned from movies, it’s that if you are going through a crisis you must do at least one of the following: Buy something extravagant like a brand new car or boat. Bonus points if you can’t afford it or give it a sweet nickname like “Ginger.” Make some kind of … Continue reading
Prostitutes and Craigslist: Living with Roommates in NYC
Here’s a random fact: I’ve lived in New York City for eleven years. Nine of those years, during the brunt of my quarterlife crisis, I had roommates. That’s seven people I’ve lived with, five at one time. For most of it, we holed up in a studio apartment on the Upper West Side. All girls, … Continue reading
Exit To The Right
Vita,* aka V, is my best friend. She’s a tall, pretty brunette with legs up to her armpits and eyes that can either slit your throat or tear your clothes off. She’s witty, sharp and the sound of her raucous laugh can fill a crowded room. Her dirty mouth rivals mine, as does her ability … Continue reading
QLC Video: To Be Single Or Not To Be Single?
To be single or not to be single? That seems to be the name of the game for people in their twenties. We here at QLC are definitely playing that game. We are constantly swinging back and forth trying to decide what it is we really want. Sometimes we think how great life would be … Continue reading
26 Things I Know Now That I’m 26
After celebrating my 26th birthday last month (you’re too late for a gift now, and no, I don’t forgive you) I realized I’m not quite as stupid as I was when I started this crazy gig called real life. After graduating college and hauling out west over four years ago, I’ve come a long way, … Continue reading
15 Skinny Girl Secrets
Ever wonder how those skinny girls stay skinny? It’s pretty simple! Just follow these rules: Put yourself first Getting to bed on time, waking up early for a workout, and not staying late at the office are all ways to give yourself proper “me” time. Weigh yourself frequently Don’t be afraid of that scale! It’s an extremely … Continue reading
Drink of the Week: The Mexican Firing Squad
This cocktail was originally created at a bar in Mexico City in 1937 and is just the perfect thing to get the party started. It’s a little sweet, easy-to-drink and filled with tequila: aka, a drunken dance party in a glass.Enjoy a couple of these before you rock out, loudly, and without abandon, to some dance-worthy pop … Continue reading