The Purple PIG

Grabbed a bite and a sip of wine after work tonight at The Purple Pig. The pork neck bone gravy with Calabro ricotta was savorily gratifying, followed by the Chef's special for the night; a pork-fat seared turkey leg with fruit marinated grilled onions and chives. Their menu hosted a tantalizing array of exciting dishes that I'd love to explore in future visits.

JoJo Mayer : The Architecture of Rhythem

New Age drummer JoJo Mayer discusses parallels between drumming and architecture: "I don't mould space, I mould time, but I use the same tools [as architects] including rhythm, tempo, sequence... Anyway these tools allow me to craft and design time-structures, dynamics, styles, aesthetics, and layers..."


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Zaha Hadid : Guangzhou Opera House

Was it worth the headache? Zaha employees her signature formal styling to create a unique atmosphere for opera enthusiasts. Perhaps architects are relying too much on physical and visual aesthetics for experiential effect.