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2004 Audi S4: S4 Cabriolet - Pop Top Beast Modestly Wrapped

Mon, 6 Dec 2004 22:43:52 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author brainsurgguy - Hold on fans of the uber craftmenship of German auto technology!!!! This is one that must not be overlooked. As an owner of a Porsche 968 Cabrio & BMW M6 (what a machine!, I recently needed to add a workhorse to my pinball-like work schedule. I made...

Micron Transport ZX: Power in your lap!!!!

Sat, 17 Jun 2000 13:18:26 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author brainsurgguy - After an exhaustive search and due diligence through the laptop computer world, myself and two colleagues decided on Micron's improved Transport ZX line. So far, we have not been disappointed.

The configuration of my computer is:

Pentium...

Ciao Bella, Rafaella!!!!

Sat, 13 May 2000 18:13:56 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author brainsurgguy - Rafaella Restaurant is a West Village gem that never ceases to satiate the pallet of those who dine there. Located on Bleeker Street, between Charles & Perry Street, it fits in well with the other boutiques and low key store fronts. I stumbled onto...

Fear not, Wear your !@#/?& Hat!!

Fri, 5 May 2000 16:20:42 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author brainsurgguy - "Fear of a Black Hat" is a low budget, mockumentory made in 1994. It was written, directed, and acted in by Rusty Cundieff. Cundieff plays the role of Ice Cube, one of the three rappers in the group NWA, Niggaz With Hats, who are being...

Livin' Large Liechtenstein...Where??

Sun, 23 Apr 2000 15:53:09 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author brainsurgguy - For those looking for unique, attractive countries that are not tourist traps, Liechtenstein offers a relaxing oasis like venue. Centrally located in Europe, it is sandwiched between Switzerland and Austria. Though one of the smallest country by size...

All That Thanatos!!!!

Fri, 21 Apr 2000 22:16:40 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author brainsurgguy - "All That Jazz" is a film that will definitely leave an impression on you. For most, it is in the range of being highly entertained in combination with disturbing thoughts on the self destructive human nature.

This 1979 film was the...

1991 Saab 900 Convertible: Saavy Saab.......A Swede Breed Apart

Wed, 19 Apr 2000 21:57:15 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author brainsurgguy - My endless search for unique, quality cars (see other auto reviews) brought my attention to the Saab series. It took a while, but the body type grew on me over the years long before I ever seriously contemplated buying one. When replacing my car, I...

Go Away if you have more than 10 minutes

Tue, 18 Apr 2000 22:00:45 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author brainsurgguy - I never quite got the idea of take out sushi. I mean, it's not the type of food that is amenable to eat while you walk or drive. It would seem to be a pain to eat on a subway. If you are eating in your apartment, why not just call up your favorite sushi...

Back to the Early Beatles!!

Sun, 9 Apr 2000 20:59:46 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author brainsurgguy - Backbeat was recommended to me by a fellow Beatlemaniac. I was expecting to view some so so attempt to capitalize on the resurgence of interest generated by the release of the 3 double albums of Beatle outtakes and rare recordings.

What I found...

Big Chair = Big sound!!

Sun, 2 Apr 2000 00:00:05 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author brainsurgguy - In what is easily one of the best albums of its era, "Songs From the Big Chair" is perhaps the cream of the crop of several works by Tears For Fears. This album propelled them to the front page of Rock, and for good reason. From the first...

Essential Element for TFF fans...

Sat, 1 Apr 2000 23:05:15 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author brainsurgguy - For all you fans of Tears For Fears who worried about the quality of music in the post Curt Smith era, fret not and listen. "Elemental" picks up right where "Sowing the Seeds" left off. Roland Orzabal takes center stage and fills in...

ProChoice for Midwest Travel

Sat, 1 Apr 2000 19:43:26 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author brainsurgguy - If you travel to or thru the Midwest, Detroit in particular, add ProAir to your list of potential carriers. ProAir is one of the newer discount airlines that focuses on specific markets to compete against the Goliaths in US air travel. Its main hub is...

Long Live the King

Sun, 26 Mar 2000 02:09:12 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author brainsurgguy - If you missed this film when it came out, put it on your must see list of rentals. Just make sure to use the extended rental plan for you might want to see it more than once.

Fisher King combines many, many scenes which will captivate you with both...

True Blue Cheapee Rates!!

Mon, 6 Mar 2000 21:01:24 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author brainsurgguy - For all you fans of discount airlines, JetBlue delivers as one of the better of the latest generation of cheapee carriers. Though they have ambitious plans to serve over 30 cities by the end of the year, to date they serve only 4. Those being New York,...

...She's on Top!!!!

Sat, 4 Mar 2000 14:42:26 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author brainsurgguy - Like many others, I became familiar with this excellent album by finding out the identity the group after hearing the title track many times on the radio. I have to admit that I thought it was a Billy Joel song for about a month.

This album scores...

Ice, Ice BABY!!!!

Fri, 3 Mar 2000 16:23:22 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author brainsurgguy - One of the best kept secrets of "Puddle Jumping" to many European destinations is via Icelandair, the host carrier of Iceland. Being both of Scandanavian descent and having an interest in geography, I had always thought of someday visiting...

Bistro 'round the clock

Sun, 27 Feb 2000 03:03:51 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author brainsurgguy - Here's one to put on your short list of casual dining spots, especially if you eat at all different hours.

French Roast is located on the corner of 6th Ave. & 11th St. It has served the central village locale for well over 6 years and counting...

Sushi Lover's Love Shack

Wed, 16 Feb 2000 18:06:45 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author brainsurgguy - If you are one who walks the streets of the village with any regularity, you've probably noticed that there is almost always a gathering of people on Thompson street in the evening, just north of Houston. At first, I thought it was a playhouse. I mean,...

Excellent Eat In Pizza

Wed, 16 Feb 2000 17:15:47 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author brainsurgguy - Arturo's Pizza has been a fixture on Houston street for years. It doesn't jump out at you with a fancy facade, nor does it have the line out the door (aka Ray's). What Arturo's does have is excellent pizza. Inside is a non pretentious atmosphere, but not...

QuadraPhobia

Sun, 13 Feb 2000 03:39:20 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author brainsurgguy - So you are a die hard "WHO" fan. You listen to the double disc once a month or so. you know all the lyrics to "5:15". You heard that they made a movie based on the theme of this classic rock album. You want to see it and get some...

Brunch heaven et poissonarie

Sat, 12 Feb 2000 19:06:15 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author brainsurgguy - Caffe Lure has been a village standard for years. Nestled on Sullivan Street, just north of Houston Street, this is a classic European style informal restaurant.

Most of the staff is charmingly foreign. Freshly baked bread is always placed in front...