Cool beans
You could settle for a black coffee with cream and sugar, but sometimes that isn't enough. MKE searched for some of the most extravagant javas around town. Find out what we sipped, and check out our guide to area shops.

On the cover: Ah, the coffee cup!

Photo by C.Taylor.

dinner & a movie
Restaurant Threeview: Tutto
Movie Threeview: 'Cloverfield'
Takeout & a DVD: East Garden Chinese Restaurant and 'Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind'

music & nightlife
Bartender of the week: Murat Marmara at Tulip
In your ear: English indie-rock band Editors

arts & entertainment
Pitch your show: 'The Flight of Fake Tears'
Indie film: 'Spirit of the Marathon'
All about perceptions: 'Sensory Overload' exhibit adds sound, light, motion and illusion into the mix

how we live
Adopt a kitty: Meet Mouse

people
Profile of Brian Kirk: Living in a sea of albums, label owner started out with a 7-inch dream

online features
MKE-mail The latest in local nightlife, dining and other entertainment options delivered by e-mail.
MKE blogs Staff ramblings, as well as those of a few contributing bloggers.
MKE blog directory: 1000 voices A directory of the local blogging community.
MKE exposure Photos, photos, photos. And photo archives.