In my fight against these tough economic times, I’m going to give you a two-fer post today. It’s true. And this is no Nigerian scam.

Item #1: Cool design, cool music, good food
If you’re looking for a great place to catch some live music, you’ve got to check out Doug Fir. This bar/lounge/restaurant is really a one-of-a-kind spot. The décor is sort of 50s modern meets fur trapper’s cabin. There are clever touches everywhere, including a great patio.

And they get top acts. Upcoming bands range from Clinic (May 18) to Foals (May 28) to the Detroit Cobras (June 16).

Bonus item: Doughnuts!
A lot’s been written about Voodoo Doughnut, and it’s all true. Sample doughnuts on the menu? Dirty Snowball, the Arnold Palmer and the Memphis Mafia. I recommend the one with Cap’n Crunch and those ever-loving crunchberries on top.

Cheers,
Keith