Some images from the last days of my spring break. I was able to get lots of work done the earlier half of the week and spent the last few days outside enjoying the a m a z i n g weather, visiting museums, grading papers outside in Brazil’s patio, and relaxing in the backyard with Baby Girl. Can’t believe it’s spring already…
I’ve been dining out with my brother and sister lately and one of our new favorite spots in town is Local Foods down in the Rice Village. This gourmet sandwich shop uses fresh and, wait for it, local ingredients. Each sandwich order, as if it wasn’t already enough, comes with two sides ranging from quinoa, or homemade cous cous to delicious cabbage slaw. The vibe here is chill with locals coming in and out, hanging about reading the papers, grabbing a quick lunch to go. I’m slowing trying to wean myself off my college diet of fast food, so places like these have been a great alternative. That, and a lot of home cooked meals for sure.
P.S. I got my cat dress!
There are so many hidden gems in Houston that I need to explore and try out so I’m making it my goal to do just that this year. A very late resolution, but better late than never, right? So I’ve been meaning to try out this spot for awhile now and a cancelled photo shoot today was a good opportunity to relax in the beautiful weather and stop by Revival Market down in the Heights. It’s a quaint little shop that specializes in charcuteries (meats), farm fresh produce, preserves and pickles. If you’re hungry, they offer a small, but very delicious, menu of sandwiches. There’s a corner in the shop reserved for lattes and coffee and the guy behind the counter will happily offer you a scoop of crushed ice to go with your drink. I love that the store offers traditional fare in a simple and inviting atmosphere.
For a quick lunch, I ordered the Market BLT with slabs of thick bacon and arugula and a hearty spread that reminded me of a good Japanese seaweed salad minus the fishy after taste. My sister ordered the Revival Dog, which is a monster of a sausage worth every bite. The food is hearty but doesn’t feel like you just ate a bucket of lard. I especially enjoyed the ginger lime slaw. This is a place I’ll definitely be stopping by again whenever I’m craving a delicious sandwich
A quick run down Alabama Street to satisfy my craving for something sweet. I can always count on Petite Sweets to still be open after six on a Sunday. Then, a quick turn sown Shepard to pick up an issue of Lula, only to realize after getting home that I already had this issue in a different cover. Sigh. I’m losing my marbles. But the pretty flowers by the magazine shop provided a good photo op.
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Met up with Andrew for lunch at Downhouse Friday afternoon. It’s been so long since I’ve seen him, I blame him of course, but it was good hang out, grub, and grab some delicious gelato at our favorite spot, Cricket’s. It’s almost Halloween and I love how everyone is celebrating All Hallow’s Eve with little touches of gore and horrors here and there. I like to look at these photos and dwell on the fond memories of happier and healthier times before I caught a stomach virus the very same night. No more shrimp tacos for me.
* rasberry and coffee crunch for me
* Andrew’s best impersonation of me. I have slouching problems.
