South of the Border (SOTB), that iconic, kitschy relic from the early 1950s, has been experiencing some hard times for years. Located on I-95, just south of the border between …
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Roadside Attraction
Buc-ee’s Is Muscling In On South Of The Border’s Territory
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegIf you’ve been reading this blog for any amount of time, you know that I’m a huge fan of nostalgia and kitsch. Doesn’t matter if it’s Tiki bars or old …
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Travel
Casa Bonita Declared Bankruptcy; “South Park” Creators Trying To Buy It
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegCasa Bonita (the Spanish translation is “Pretty House”) is a former chain of Mexican-themed “eatertainment” restaurants that originated in Oklahoma City. A total of 4 restaurants existed – Oklahoma City …
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Food & Beverage
1950s Kitsch Is Alive & Well: Our Visit To The Mai-Kai
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegThe Tiki culture (the theme used in Polynesian-style restaurants, clubs and bars) in the United States started in the 1930s, increased after World War II (when solders would return from …