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Detail of "Baby Picture of the Universe" by Spencer Epps
Detail of "Interdependence" by Spencer Epps
Spencer Epps surveying his art installation at the Mission in East Village.
Tacos. Not tasty.
Deep-fried macaroni and cheese, with heavy marinara sauce.
Chicken fingers.
Lamb chops, trimmed and served with roasted vegetables.
Buffalo chips. Like wings, but not.
"Put a bird on it!"
Image from the restaurant's website. The dining room looks even better than this in real …
The Big B, BBQ-SoCal fusion at its most fused.
Brisket plate from Brazen BBQ.
Brazen's ribs show off a good bark, convoluted dry rub, and adequate smokiness.
Coral substrate.
Glass coral substrate.
Michelle Kurtis Cole with one of her non-coral sculptures
Secret hint: mix these four together in the right ratios (equal parts vinegar and mustard, …
Lonely beef rib, almost a meal in itself.
Phil's baby back ribs, charred from the grill and smothered in the stickiest barbecue sauce …
