Archive for July 2023
Rent the Musical
RENT Theater Review What little this reviewer knew about the rock musical RENT since its debut in 1996 was that it dealt with young starving artists living in a rundown section of New York City with several characters dealing with HIV/AIDS and/or drug abuse. Though it won a slew of Tony and Drama Desk Awards,…
Read MoreUncle Gary’s Barbecue
Uncle Gary’s Barbecue 10212 John Williams Ave., Albion. I’m curious to see how this place will do”especially since Skinny Nate’s BBQ at the same location, offering the same cuisine, closed its doors after one short season last year. I recently ate at Gary’s and tried the BBQ Jackfruit Sandwich, which was very good. Spicy hot…
Read MoreGood Times Chill ‘n Grill
Good Times Chill ‘n Grill 114 E. State St., Albion Tony B might be dating himself, but he remembers when this location used to be a pizza joint in the 1970’s. And the only long-term drive-in in Albion was the Bob-In, next to NAPA. Anyone…? Since then, the site has gone through a lot of…
Read MoreChelle’s Cherry Hill Chill
Chelle’s Cherry Hill Chill 8915 Route 6N, Albion. Sorry, but it’ll always be the Cherry Hill Drive-In to me. Full disclosure: My grandparents created the place sometime in the 1960’s and made it a success, then sold it. Unfortunately, no other owners in the past 50 years after them have really had the willpower or…
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