I’ve been a devotee of Grand Street’s Café Capriccio for so very long that if I had a sip of Chianti to match each wonderful memory I’m lucky enough to have created there...well, I’d be pretty damn drunk. I’ve experienced just about every type of event imaginable in this incredibly cozy space - romantic date, … Continue reading Getting schooled at Cafe Capriccio
Category: Food
Time is short
I’ve been so busy doing things and going places that I haven’t had a moment to chronicle any of it. It’s kind of getting me frustrated, but that’s how I typically react to not having what I want - in this case more time. I’ve made some notes and I swear I’m going to carve … Continue reading Time is short
(My own)National Night Out
Tonight, August 1st is National Night Out (NNO). There are all sorts of cool things going on around our pretty little city and I hope that you'll get to enjoy some of the planned events. I scored a ticket yesterday for tonight's Alabama Shakes show at the Palace, so I'll be missing the celebration. Or, … Continue reading (My own)National Night Out
Don’t tell me what to eat
If you see me this weekend and I seem a little out of sorts, it might be from eating too much ice cream and pastry. I'm on a diet and limited to a menu of foods that I only truly enjoy in small doses - things like white bread, peanut butter, cookies and ice cream. … Continue reading Don’t tell me what to eat
I travel to
Eat and drink Get away Gain perspective Be alone Find myself See new things Spend time with family Experience a different way of life How about you?
Holiday parties
“What holidays?” you ask? Well, in this instance I’m talking about the big ones – Christmas, New Year’s and Valentine’s Day. While each of these may seem like ancient history to non-hospitality folk, we at Lark + Lily celebrated these occasions just last week. It’s how we do it. Some of my favorite memories from … Continue reading Holiday parties
17 Things to love about Valentine’s Day 2017
• When the 14th of February falls on a Tuesday. • Speaking of falling – no additional snow falling. • A great menu created and executed by a professional kitchen – thanks, John & Zach & Ben. • Competent and attentive front of the house staff – I’m talking about you, Jackie, Jammella & Trudy. … Continue reading 17 Things to love about Valentine’s Day 2017