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Lidded cup and saucer, India, c. mid-17th century, fabricated from gold withchamplevé and painted enamels, courtesy of The al-Sabah Collection, Dar al-Atharal-Islamiyyah, KuwaitPhoto courtesy of The al-Sabah Collection, Dar al-Athar al-Islamiyyah, Kuwait -
Emerald inscribed with the Throne Verse from the Qur’an (II:255), India, 17thcentury, emerald, courtesy of The al-Sabah Collection, Dar al-Atharal-Islamiyyah, KuwaitPhoto courtesy of The al-Sabah Collection, Dar al-Athar al-Islamiyyah, Kuwait -
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Gold mohur (coin), India, struck 1639, courtesy of The al-Sabah Collection, Daral-Athar al-Islamiyyah, KuwaitPhoto courtesy of The al-Sabah Collection, Dar al-Athar al-Islamiyyah, Kuwait -
Pair of vases, Afghanistan, 12th century, bronze, silver and copper, courtesy ofThe al-Sabah Collection, Dar al-Athar al-Islamiyyah, KuwaitPhoto courtesy of The al-Sabah Collection, Dar al-Athar al-Islamiyyah, Kuwait -
Inkstand,. India, c. mid-17th century, carved from nephrite jade, inlaid withgold and set with rubies and emeralds, courtesy of The al-Sabah Collection, Daral-Athar al-Islamiyyah, KuwaitPhoto courtesy of The al-Sabah Collection, Dar al-Athar al-Islamiyyah, Kuwait -
Folio from a Qur’an manuscript, Afghanistan, 9th-10th century, ink, colors andgold on vellum, courtesy of The al-Sabah Collection, Dar al-Athar al-Islamiyyah,KuwaitPhoto courtesy of The al-Sabah Collection, Dar al-Athar al-Islamiyyah, Kuwait -
Folio depicting a water clock from the treatise of automata Kitab fi Ma’rifatal-Hiyal al-Handasiya (The Book of Knowledge of Ingenious Mechanical Devices) byBadi’ al-Saman ibn al-Razzaz al-Jazari, Syria, dated Ramadan 715 AH/December1315, ink, colors and gold on paper, courtesy of The al-Sabah Collection, Daral-Athar al-Islamiyyah, KuwaitPhoto courtesy of The al-Sabah Collection, Dar al-Athar al-Islamiyyah, Kuwait -
Turban ornament, India, second half 17th century, fabricated in gold withchamplevé and over-painted enamels set with emeralds and diamonds, courtesy ofThe al-Sabah Collection, Dar al-Athar al-Islamiyyah, KuwaitPhoto courtesy of The al-Sabah Collection, Dar al-Athar al-Islamiyyah, Kuwait -
Candlestick, Egypt, 14th century, brass inlaid with silver, courtesy of Theal-Sabah Collection, Dar al-Athar al-Islamiyyah, KuwaitPhoto courtesy of The al-Sabah Collection, Dar al-Athar al-Islamiyyah, Kuwait
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Austin giants Spoon are a must-see.
It’s game time for two weekends of good times by way of Austin City Limits Music Festival. Since you certainly already have a must-see list comprised of the bigger artists on the lineup, here’s some choice acts — from Austin and beyond.
Must-see acts from Austin
Spoon
No one really needs to be told to see one of Austin's best bands of all-time. However, just in case you were thinking about skipping them, be sure to note that their 2022 release, Lucifer on the Sofa, plays great in a live setting. You can see them both weekends of the fest on Saturday at 4pm on the Honda stage.
Adrian Quesada’s Boleros Psicodélicos
Adrian Quesada (of Black Pumas) recently put out a solo album, Boleros Psicodélicos, and you’ll be able to check out all of its Latin America-inspired psych ballads during weekend one of ACL. Catch his set on Saturday, October 8, at 2:15 pm on the Honda stage.
Darkbird
Vet rockers Darkbird were supposed to play ACL in 2021, but a weather delay nixed their set. Expect the band, which is fronted by the always-spirted Kelly Barnes, to take full advantage of the do-over. Their only appearance at the fest will be Sunday, October 9 at 1:15 pm on the BMI stage.
Eric Tessmer
After a couple decades of dutiful shredding around Austin, guitar great Eric Tessmer has finally found his way onto an ACL lineup. His sure-to-be explosive turn at the fest is a weekend one only experience – see it on Sunday, October 9, at 5 pm on the BMI stage.
Good Looks
Indie rock act Good Looks are responsible for Bummer Year, one of the better albums to come out of Austin in 2022, so of course you should have them on your ACL radar. Catch this weekend two-only band on Saturday, October 15, at 1pm on the Tito’s stage.
Urban Heat
Get your new wave/post punk fix via Urban Heat during weekend two of ACL. The buzzy act, who recently put out an EP titled Wellness, will perform on Sunday, October 16 at 3 pm on the BMI stage.
Other must-see acts
Muna
LA’s own Muna, who are signed to Phoebe Bridgers' Saddest Factory imprint, head into ACL on a wave of acclaim for their 2022 self-titled album. The pop act has just a weekend one set on Sunday, October 9, at 3 pm on the Barton Springs stage.
Dehd
Dehd’s Blue Skies is loaded with some of the catchiest indie rock tracks you’ll find on any album in 2022, and that’s reason enough to catch them at ACL. The Chicagoans play both weekends – look for them each Sunday at 1:15 pm on the T-Mobile stage.
Magdalena Bay
Synthpop act Magdalena Bay recently dropped a deluxe edition of their hit 2021 album, Mercurial World, and now they’ll put it on display at ACL. Catch the LA-based act both weekends of the fest on Sunday at 4 pm on the Tito’s stage.
Wet Leg
Wet Leg had quite a bit of buzz heading into this year’s SXSW and the fervor surrounding the British indie rockers has only increased with the release of their self-titled debut album, which includes the infectious single “Chaise Longue.” The band is a weekend two-only play, and their set is Friday, October 14 at 2:30 pm on the Honda stage.
Faye Webster
The dreamy, gentle sounds of singer/songwriter Faye Webster will be a treat in the middle of the afternoon at Zilker Park. Be sure to catch the Atlanta-based artist during her weekend two-only appearance on Sunday, October 16 at 3 pm on the Barton Springs stage. By the way, don’t be surprised if Webster and her bandmates engage in some sweet yo-yo action.
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Houston Astros and Mayor Sylvester Turner host fan-tastic downtown playoff rally
Oct 6, 2022 | 5:00 pm
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Astros standout shortstop Jeremy Peña will greet the crowds.
Houston Astros fans are already in the midst of playoff fever, with postseason tickets already on sale.
Finishing the season with a dominating 106-56 record (seven games ahead of the New York Yankees — but who's counting?), the team looks to the postseason with dominating pitching, slugging, and that what could be described as "this could be the year" vibe.
With that in mind, the team and the City of Houston are hosting a special pep rally dubbed Mayor’s Astros Playoff Rally on Friday, October 7 just outside City Hall at Hermann Square (901 Bagby St.).
The free event starts at 11 am, with the official rally starting at 12:30 pm. Fans can expect appearances — and hopefully, some fun smack talk (we kid). Lunch and refreshments will be available via onsite food trucks.
by Astros manager Dusty Baker (he's always great for a quote), Astros standout shortstop Jeremy Peña, outfielder Chas McCormick, general manager James Click, the always beloved mascot Orbit, the Coca-Cola Shooting Star, and of course, Mayor Sylvester Turner.
As rabid followers know, the first Astros playoff game is slated for Tuesday, October 11, with the opponent yet to be named between the Toronto Blue Jays and Seattle Mariners. Sports talking heads and serious fans are already buzzing about the new, 12-team format. Given the two teams' dominance in their respective divisions, a showdown between the 'Stros and Yankees seems likely.
Just one more reason to score those playoff tickets.
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What's Eric Eating Episode 259
Bludorn's top team reveals details on their new seafood restaurant and more insider info
Oct 6, 2022 | 4:19 pm
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Jerrod Zifchak, Aaron Bludorn, and Cherif Mbodji are this week's guests.
On this week's episode of What's Eric Eating, three of the men behind Navy Blue — chef-owner Aaron Bludorn, general manager-partner Cherif Mbodji, and executive chef Jerrod Zifchak — join CultureMap food editor Eric Sandler to discuss the eagerly anticipated seafood restaurant's scheduled to open in Rice Village next month.
The conversation begins with Mbodji, who is also a partner and the general manager at Bludorn, tracing the story of how a Senegalese immigrant attending college on a soccer scholarship found his calling in the restaurant business. Zifchak recounts how his childhood experiences cooking alongside his culinary school instructor father led him to the world of professional cooking.
Mbodji also reflects on life in Houston and what he remembers from opening Bludorn two years ago. "People who say this is our first time dining out in months. We'd hear that for months after we opened. This is why I feel so grateful that we're able to do what we love for a living . . . I felt that somehow we were able to help people get back to some sort of normalcy."
Moving on, Bludorn notes that the location, formerly the Politan Row food hall, and Zifchak's decision to take the job, helped steer Navy Blue towards being a seafood restaurant. The chef brings experience from Le Bernadin, the world-famous, three star Michelin seafood restaurant in New York City.
"I don't think we'd be opening a seafood restaurant if Jerrod hadn't said yes," Bludorn says. "One of the things he brushed over, fish butcher at Le Bernadin. There's one guy who does it, and he takes a one month vacation every year. Jerrod was one of very few line cooks who held down that position. You break down all of the fish for the entire restaurant."
Bludorn has earned significant local, regional, and national attention since it opened — including a James Beard semifinalist nomination for chef Bludorn. The trio have similar ambitions for Navy Blue.
"There's not a lot seafood restaurants across the country that have gained any national notoriety. People are seeing an opportunity," Bludorn says. "Joshua Skenes did Angler, Fermín Núñez just opened Este. I think, where better than Houston to be the next one of those restaurants that opens and focuses on American seafood."
Listen to the whole interview to hear Bludorn preview some of the ideas for Navy Blue's menu. Also, Mbodji shares insights into the spirit behind Bludorn's exuberant service, a style that will also be extended to Navy Blue.
Prior to the interview, Sandler and co-host Rebecca Masson discuss the news of the week. The award-winning chef-owner of Fluff Bake Bar shares her perspective on what Zifchak's experience says about Navy Blue. They also share thoughts on two other topics: what the renovations at the River Oaks location of Cafe Express indicate for the restaurant's future and Sambrooks Management hiring Top Chef alum Louis Maldonado to lead Andiron, its new live fire steakhouse.
In the restaurants of the week segment, they share thoughts on the Upside Pub. They find quite a bit to like about the casual new spot in Garden Oaks, including its nostalgic fare (patty melt, latke balls), friendly service, and well-chosen craft beer list. They conclude the segment with a brief conversation about Kate Weiser Chocolate, the Dallas-based chocolatier who just opened a pop-up shop in River Oaks District.
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