What do Ghandi, Napoleon, Jacques Cousteau and Karl Marx all have in common? They’re all martinis at the Ming. You can even try a Mother Teresa–Tequila, Bombay, Grand Marnier and lime juice. On top of the delectable martinis is a comfortable atmosphere with leatherette cushioning, a fireplace and the “red light” district. It’s an excellent… Continue reading The Ming
Month: August 2001
Protest, Canadian style
On July 22, Jean Chrétien made an announcement that excited, angered and scared many Calgarians. Next year’s Group of Eight conference–the scene of massive protests last month in Genoa–will be held in K-country. Is there anything to fear? How should we deal with security and protesters? Can we look to previous Canadian activist events to… Continue reading Protest, Canadian style
Campus crawl
The signs of campus drinking used to be best observed on Thursday nights when the old Den was open. When it closed, drunks leaving campus (or rez students finding rooms, err, their rooms) were often followed by trails of destruction. Did you ever wonder why those posts with the red signs are so bloody high… Continue reading Campus crawl
It’s only fun until someone loses an eye
By Natalie Sit
While drinking, parties and nights on the town are among the greatest of youthful joys and part of the university experience, there are dangers and pitfalls that need to be known and avoided lest someone gets hurt. The Gauntlet has decided to save you some lengthy research by summarizing the more important items. Transportation Simply… Continue reading It’s only fun until someone loses an eye
When beauty is only skin deep
Let’s consider the thought process that precedes getting dressed for a night out: the first factor is generally the destination. Different bars have different "feels" and some claim dress codes, formal or otherwise. Purple minis and red sequin platform thigh-highs won’t go over well at a place like Ranchman’s, but will fit right in with… Continue reading When beauty is only skin deep
Second annual Ralph Klein crawl
By Еvan Osentоn
In the cocaine-streaked corridors of Calgary’s East Village the ideas that formed the foundation of the most powerful and unquestioned administration in the history of organized government were born. As the story goes, a then-much-younger Ralph Klein stewed in bars such as the King Eddy and St. Louis hotel for years, gnashing his teeth at… Continue reading Second annual Ralph Klein crawl
Cowboy crawl
I crashed hard to the ground and briefly wondered what on earth I was doing. My legs hurt a little, my groin hurt a lot and I felt dizzy despite the fact that the night had barely begun. It was my first experience with a mechanical bull and coincidentally my first experience at Ranchman’s. Even… Continue reading Cowboy crawl
Editor’s choice kick-off crawl
Among the countless luxuries of heading up the Gauntlet’s annual week of organized inebriation is the chance to relive old glories. There was a time in the not too distant past when the question wasn’t "should I go out tonight?" but where. Now that I’ve mellowed in my old age, a chance to do it… Continue reading Editor’s choice kick-off crawl
The Tao of Denny’s
Do you know that Denny’s has drink specials? It’s true, it’s true. The Crowfoot location houses a fine selection of domestic beers (at $3.95 a bottle) and imports ($4.25 a bottle). They have a variety of cocktails, ranging from screwdrivers to paralyzers. They also have shots, although our server noted that they "don’t push those."… Continue reading The Tao of Denny’s
2001 Bar Supplement Introduction
As fans of alcohol and the Simpsons alike, we felt it necessary to include them both in this year’s Gauntlet Bar Supplement. Hence Surly, Remorseful and the rest of the gang grace our cover along with the lovely Miss Alison Gowling, the Gauntlet’s resident artist. After years of experience in the realms of drinking, bar… Continue reading 2001 Bar Supplement Introduction