Hey guys! This week has been a bit crazy for me, to say the least. It is currently Ann Arbor Restaurant Week (June 9-14, 2013 – tomorrow’s the last day!). I was sad that I wasn’t going to get to partake in Restaurant Week this summer, but I found time to grab dinner downtown with … Continue reading »
Recently, the huz and I attended an Irish Whiskey Tasting at our local Irish pub, Conor O’Neill’s in downtown Ann Arbor. Upon arrival, we received a welcome cocktail made with Paddy Irish Whiskey, lemon-lime soda, and lime. Also known as a Paddy Wack, this cocktail is Conor’s signature drink. Tasty! At the front of the … Continue reading »
The peonies are in bloom! If you’re lucky enough to live in Ann Arbor, you have access to the largest display of heirloom peonies in North America! Had I been a June bride, and not a July bride, my wedding would have been full of blushing pink peonies, my very favorite flower. Have you been … Continue reading »
I hope you’ll forgive my weekly recap post being a few days late. Lots of bloggable things have been happening and I’ve yet to catch up! Recap of Last Week: Dinner Meal Plan for May 26 – June 1: Saturday: Thali at Madras Masala Sunday: Patty Melts and Crispy Rosemary Oven Fries Monday: Coconut Chicken … Continue reading »
So I scored one of the sweetest gigs ever this weekend, as a Community Choice Judge at the 2013 Taste of Ann Arbor event! I quickly learned that if you ever need to look “official,” just carry around a clipboard! Also the red “judge” ribbon helped too. In case you’ve never attended, Taste of Ann … Continue reading »
Last Saturday night, the huz and I visited Madras Masala for the first time, for dinner. I’d heard many good things about this South Indian restaurant located downtown, near campus, on Maynard Street, and wanted to try it for myself! The atmosphere was not super-welcoming upon our entrance and we had a wait a minute … Continue reading »
This weekend was all about relishing the fabulous Ann Arbor weather. On Friday evening, we visited Palio’s rooftop for Happy Hour, sunshine, and a warm breeze. Half-off beer, wine, and apps! This bruschetta was especially amazing! Downtown Ann Arbor. The Voodoo Chicken with Plantains entrée was split at Grizzly Peak. YUM! La Dolce Vita Dessert … Continue reading »
Last Friday night, I dined at the relatively new What Crepe? restaurant here in Ann Arbor. My first experience dining at What Crepe? was during my participation in Ann Arbor’s Dishcrawl Launch event. What Crepe? is located downtown on Liberty Street within these bright red awnings. The owners of What Crêpe? have created a lovely, … Continue reading »
