Giganotosaurus Rex was a big f***ing creature that roamed the Earth millions of years ago. It’s also the name of a three-piece band that currently roams the Rochester Earth. Gigantosaurus Rex (the band; notice the missing “o”) is angular, obtuse, and dynamic. The diamond-cutter precision this band plays with is made more amazing when you […]
Fusion
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DINING NEWS: East meets West
Fusion cuisine is a common concept for restaurants. It allows for more menu options and an opportunity to blend traditional ingredients from more than one region to make something new and original. The concept for East/West Kitchen (337 East Avenue) is a fusion of Russian, Vietnamese, and American cuisine. Andrea Lanphere, Alex Zapesochny, and Thuan […]
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DINING REVIEW: TRATA
An early 20th century brick fortress, the Culver Road Armory is now a mixed-use space, boasting modern flourishes of blonde wood, burnished chrome, and glowing light accents. On a Friday or Saturday night, the parking lot is packed. The main draw is TRATA, a.k.a. The Restaurant At The Armory. The space alone is worthy of […]
