Monday

I love that E is always ready to celebrate.  It makes Monday's so much more fun.  Tonight we went to Ken's Artisan Pizza and sat at a little wood table in the back by a big window and just enjoyed each other.  

And to end a great night, I found a duplex for my future home with sis.

  

Hood River

Multnomah Falls

Ginger Asian Slaw

 I started dinner tonight following a recipe which I quickly abandoned.  I was happy I did as I ended up with a really fresh, light salad which is perfect for a warm summer night!


Ginger Dressing


1 tsp grated lime zest
3 tbsp fresh lime juice
2 tbsp sesame oil
2 tbsp rice wine vinegar
1 1/2 tbsp grated ginger
1 tbsp jalapeno
5 tbsp soy sauce
4 tbsp honey


Mix all ingredients together and refrigerate.  


4 cups napa cabbage
4 cups red cabbage
4 carrots, grated
1 red bell pepper
1/4 cup mint
1/4 cup cilantro
3 tbsp roasted peanuts  


Chop the above ingredients and mix to combine.  Add the ginger dressing, toss and serve.

The 38 Essential Portland Restaurants

I was thrilled to find The 38 Essential Portland Restaurants list on the EATER.com site.  We are picky restaurant people so to find recommendations that we agree with is big news around these parts.  1, 2, 3, 5, and 11 are some of my favorites around Portland.


Last weekend we went to Lucky Noodle...although I can't say I would go again for food (see...picky) the drink specials were great.

daily finds

Cute things from wandering the internet....

{The United Stereotypes of America}

{London ipod plate}

{Michelle Armas Painting}

{Stamp Rug}

 

{High Seas Snapsuit}

{Sprout and miso-lemon salad}

Arrival!

The new couch arrived last week.  We finally decided on The Clarke from Room&Board.  We are absolutely in love!  Erin took the below picture pre-my first cup of coffee as you can see by my expression.  
  

Work has a way....

We seemed to put the "happy" in happy hour this weekend.  Some weeks just do that to you.  I knew I liked Martha, but this picture has pushed me over the edge.

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Seattle day 2

Breakfast from Columbia City Bakery

A walk around the Ballard Locks and lunch at La Isla Peruvian Restaurant

Dad's childhood home and a beautiful view of the city