The Date

Ceej was in town for the weekend...yipee! We went on a long-awaited date Saturday night. It began with a walk through the Avenues, included a picnic at City Creek Park, a walk downtown, desserts at Lamb's Grill, and ended how it began: a walk through the Avenues. Loved it. Ceej is now back in Sacramento. But this time our separation is only a few days rather than a few weeks. We both love, love, love Salt Lake and this was a good little farewell for us.

Sage's

Sage's Cafe. Vegan. Organic. My favorite. It's located at 300 South and about 500 East. I love the Soba salad, Portabello Tacos, the Guac 'N' Roll, and the Chocolate Raspberry cake. Mmmm. I went there for lunch today with my mom. She loved it too. I will miss this place like crazy.

Nobrow

Friday night I went to hear friends Phil & Biff play at Nobrow Coffee House on Broadway. It was oh so good. As always. It was nice to sit with friends, and listen to our talented friends. I will miss these little gigs.

Best SLC Bookstore

This is by far my favorite place to browse and by for books. The employees here are amazing! They know everything, and are always so sweet. It's located at 15th and 15th. Go there. You'll want to stay all day.

Memory Grove

Memory Grove Park. There have been many a wedding party here, including CJ's and mine. It is located just outside of downtown Salt Lake City. A perfect and lovely location really. I quite think that the hill behind it makes it look as if it belongs somewhere in Ireland or Wales. One thing I will never regret about my wedding is having the party here.

The park is also perfect for picnics, strolling, and writing. Lots of people, brides, and dogs to watch. I love it. Will miss it.

Three Favorites

These lovelies are three of my favorite houses in Salt Lake City. I have dreams of moving into one of these someday. The first one is my favorite of the three. No matter how much I've taken to modern housing/decorating these days, I am ultimately pulled to the older homes. They feel oh so cozy and warm. I have only a few more weeks to take leisurely walks by these gems.

Which one is your favorite?

Mrs. Backer's Bakery

Mrs. Backer's Bakery has been around since 1941 (I think). However, CJ and I only started patronizing this place a few years ago. We used to live down south in Springville, and every time we would come to SLC we would make a stop here. I'd get a chocolate donut bear, and he would get a cupcake. Now we live in the same neighborhood, and I stop here often to get my grandparents a sweet treat and some meat pies. Love it. Will miss it.

Emigration Market

During my last few weeks in SLC I'll be randomly taking pictures of my favorite places that I'll be missing and sharing them with all of you.

Emigration Market. 1300 South 1700 East. I love how small and intimate it is. I love that sometimes they're out of what I need. I love that they sell the BEST licorice of all time: RJ's. I love that there is a small selection...that way I never overbuy. I love using my Emigration cloth bags. I love their hummus. CJ loves that they carry Virgil's Rootbeer (no corn syrup here!). If you live nearby I hope you take advantage of this little place. BUY LOCAL!