I thought Cosplay restaurants pushed the boundaries of sensible foodservice conceptualization - after all, what could be more offensive than eating noodles out of a toilet shaped bowl? But, then I heard about the Heart Attack Grill.

It”s hard to believe that this restaurant actually exists. To be honest it seems more like something you”d see in a satirical show like South Park or The Simpsons rather than a business that someone would actually put their time and money into developing.

From Flatliner Fries to Quadruple Bypass Burgers (2 lbs of meat, 4 layers of cheese and 12 slices of bacon!) to waitresses dressed as naughty nurses who will push you to your car in a wheelchair after your meal, this place is crass on almost every level; in fact, the menu even includes lung searing unfiltered cigarettes!

The kicker: According to this article in the Nation”s Restaurant News, Heart Attack Grill is a thriving restaurant. Go figure.

What do you think about this concept? Do you find it a fun idea or offensive? And, if you find HAG offensive, what upsets you: the objectification of women, the insensitivity toward serious illness? something else entirely?

I have to say that for me, this restaurant is like a circus sideshow. I know it”s horrible to want to look at it, but I can”t help but be fascinated and horrified by the idea at the same time.

By:  danamccauley                        Source

Want to sling a Gucci or Louis Vuitton? Well, go ahead. What’s stoppin’ ya? The price, you say? Hmphh!!

If you haven’t discovered the sinful pleasure of owning a designer replica, you must be living in a cave, or may be your computer has conked off big time! The net is full of high quality replica manufacturers, each offering the bag of your dreams. So, just go on and buy the replica handbags you simply must own. It’s called wearing a bag, not owning one!

Before you get carried away with the shopping experience (yes, it can get pretty exciting when you see all your dream brands at prices that leave you slack-jawed), rein in the adrenalin for a bit more, will ya? There are some landmines out there.

When you shop online, it’s easy to find the stuff of your dreams. It’s also just as easy to get your hands on the wrong stuff. This is more so for people who are shopping online for the huge discounts available online. Replica handbags are available for as low as a few dollars, and they go all the way up to a few hundred dollars. What’s the difference? After all, a replica is a replica, you’d think. That’s where you’re wrong.

High quality replica handbags adhere to a certain set of standards. Quite lofty standards, actually. Take a look at Highreplica, one of the leading manufacturers of high quality replicas. The website explains how they use the same kind of leather, hardware and everything else to make your replica look 99.9% the same as the original. So, when one of these is on your shoulder, no one’s going to be any wiser. But, if you opt for a fake replica, you won’t have to tell anyone - they’ll know! The stitches may be crooked, the clasp will be shaky, the metal will have color slapped on which will wear off in patches. Ugh! To save a few dollars, you’ve gone ahead and cut a sorry figure in front of your boss, friends and heaven forbid, even your mother in law!

The best way to select the right dealer is to shop with someone who has been in the business for a few years. Select a few favorites, and always shop with them. Choose someone who has been servicing customers for a few years. Such people are bankable. Look for comments from customers. This is priceless because they will tell you exactly what you want to know.

Want to know more? Check out the latest Louis Vuitton handbags at Highreplica.com.

By:  Sonia                        Source

Sculptures Made From Elements Of Nature.Andy Goldsworthy is a brilliant British artist who works along with the nature to make his creations. An artist whose specialty is sculptures made from elements of nature; his goal is to understand nature by directly participating in nature as closely as he can. And he works directly with the nature using a variety of materials that includes leaves, twigs, flower petals, pinecones, sand, snow and stone. Most of his creations are ephemeral structures of ice, leaves, water, and sticks though a few are permanent installations in stone.
About the artist:
Andy Goldsworthy was born in Chesire, England, studied at Bradford School of Art and Preston Polytechnic and has been creating these sculptures since the mid 1970s. And presently he resides in Dumfries shire, Scotland.

(Image credit: andfunforall).

By:  Venus                        Source

Just last week, I wrote about a fun Facebook meme that parlayed search results on Google into hilarity for all. Laughter was had, tears were shed, and much tagging ensued. A few more memes have come and gone since then, and while they”ve been amusing, they”ve failed to reach the highs of that original “Google Game.” Until today.

My friend Jash - who”s been getting mentioned quite a bit on this blog (get back in the game, IndianJones) - sent me a meme called “My Band Album.” It requires a bit of work on the user”s part (Photoshop or a graphics application is required), but the end result is fantastic. Basically, users must look up a random Wikipedia entry - this becomes your “band name.” Then they must look up a random quote, and this becomes the “album name.” Lastly, users then must find a random Flickr photo, which becomes the band”s artwork. Put it all together, and bam! You have instant fun. And yes, that”s my band at the top of this post.

For specific rules, follow the story after the jump. Make your own pic and enjoy. Feel free to send me your images, and I”ll post a retrospective next week.

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By:  B-Side                        Source

Imagine living in a place so remote the mail only comes once a year. Or reaching the summit of the highest place on earth… which isn”t Mount Everest.

The 9 most extreme places on the planet.

By:  Gerard                        Source

The new season of 24 is just about a week and a half old, and I think we can happily announce that it is back at the top of its game. Monday”s episode left me clawing at my face in suspense - even if there were some recycled bits from seasons past (remember when Jack had to kill Nina and dump her in a ditch back in the first season?). The new supporting cast has been solid, and I”ve really enjoyed the presence of Renee Walker, the redheaded FBI agent who”s only dialogue seems to be her angrily stating “I have to make this right.” Her boss and perhaps illicit lover is also very good as the resident bureaucratic cog who gets in the way of everything, and everything in the White House seems promising. Cherry Jones is decent as the Prez - anything”s an improvement over Wayne Palmer - but I”m still not totally sold on her. Of course, the real test of a 24 season is whether or not some of the old standbys are alive and counted for. Let”s see:

Hard perimeters? Check.

Hard perimeters that bad guys easily slip through? Check.

Sockets? Check.

Furtive glances in CTU? Check. Well, semi-check. It”s the FBI now.

Jack asking someone to “Trust me” or “I can”t explain now. You just have to trust me?” Check!

Unstable First Spouses? Check!!

Chloe, sans her annoying ex-husband? CHECK!!!!

TORTURE? CHECK!!!!!!!!

Needless to say, 24 is back!!

By:  B-Side                        Source

Reese Witherspoon keeps her Oscar in her living room.

The actress won the Best Actress award for her role in the 2005 film Walk the Line.

And Witherspoon admits she is still deciding what to do with the prestigious gong.

She says, “I”ve considered making it into a doorknocker or necklace.

“But neither of those was very practical. I just keep it in my living room.”

Reese, 32, has also won a Golden Globe, the Screen Actors Guild Award and a BAFTA nod for her portrayal as June Carter Cash in the hit movie.

By:  Melissa                        Source

Human Mirror.Improv Everywhere, is a group based in New York City which is well known for their urban pranks creating scenes of joy and surprise in public places. And here we have “Human Mirror” one of their 80 achievements, where a subway car was filled with identical twins, creating a human mirror.
The twins were instructed to do everything they could to look identical. And they did an awesome job from their attire to matching accessories.
The twins sat on either side of the car, directly across from their sibling and each set of twins would mirror the actions of the other (as closely as possible) e.g. if one scratches his head, the other had to do the same and if anyone asked what was going on, they were to claim to not notice anything unusual.
Complete details, more photos and video are available at official website.

By:  Venus                        Source