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The Pioneer Press has reported that the St. Paul outpost of upscale furniture and home accessories chain Restoration Hardware is closing by the end of the month. The store’s last day will be on Marchy 26, according to a store manager. In the meantime, the store is offering 50 percent off all remaining merchandise at the Grand Avenue location. (791 Grand Ave., St. Paul, 651-228-3033, www.restorationhardware.com)

Restoration Hardware: Photo via Pioneer Press by Chris Polydoroff

This week in St. Paul shopping, Landmark Center hosts the annual Old Fashioned Holiday Bazaar and the Holiday Gift Stroll, First Friday in Lowertown, Grand Meander takes over Grand Avenue, and more:

Thursday-Saturday: 31st Annual Old Fashioned Holiday Bazaar
What: Head to St. Paul’s historic Landmark Center to meander through this seasonal marketplace featuring over 75 exhibitors shilling unique, hand-crafted gift items made by Midwest artists. If you’ve never been inside the Landmark, you’re definitely in for a treat, as the structure is one of the area’s most beautifully maintained historic structures. Take your time exploring the vendor booths while listening to happy holiday tunes, then recharge with some tasty snacks and pastries. Participate in the “gift stroll” which invites you to trek to neighboring shops, Sophist-a-Gifts and the Artist Mercantile. Have your “Gift Stroll Card” (available at all three locations, no purchase necessary) stamped at each stop and receive a free gift, plus, be entered to win one of six awesome prize giveaways. (Entry: $3)
When: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Thursday, December 2 & Friday, December 3; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, December 4.
Where: Landmark Center, Musser Cortile/3rd floor, 75 W. 5th St., St. Paul, 651-292-3230, landmarkcenter.org

Thursday-Saturday: 3rd Annual Holiday Gift Stroll
What: Landmark Center is really hopping this weekend. In addition to the Old Fashioned Holiday Bazaar, Landmark’s gift shop is hosting the gift shops of Rice Park for the 3rd Annual Holiday Gift Stroll. Artist Mercantile, Sophist-A-Gifts, Landmark Jewelers (all located within the Hamm Building) and Landmarket Gift Shop (located inside Landmark Center) will have their best offerings for sale. Plus, by picking up a Gift Stroll postcard at any of the shops anytime before the sale, shoppers can be entered into a drawing for prizes including an overnight stay at the Saint Paul Hotel; tickets to Ordway’s “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat”; an Orrefors crystal vase; an assortment of theatre tickets, restaurant and shopping certificates and more. And if you visit all participating shops, you can receive two free tickets to “Sample Night Live” at the History Theatre (a $40 value). (Pictured: Artist Mercantile)
When: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Thursday, December 2 & Friday, December 3; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, December 4.
Where: Landmark Center, Musser Cortile/3rd floor, 75 W. 5th St., St. Paul, 651-292-3230, landmarkcenter.org. Pick up postcards at Artist Mercantile, 24 W. 7th Pl., 651-222-0053; Sophist-A-Gifts, 405 St. Peter St., 651-291-7948; Landmark Jewelers, 402 St. Peter St.,651-222-2282; or Landmarket Gift Shop, Landmark Center, 75 W. 5th St., 651-292-1239.

Friday: Loeber + Look Jewelry Trunk Show
What: The 30-year jewelry collaboration between husband and wife artists Ken Loeber and Dona Look offers contemporary, clean-lined, 18 karat gold and sterling silver. Meet the designers, place special orders and enjoy refreshments at St. Paul’s Grand Hand Gallery.
When: 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Friday, December 3; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, December 4; Noon-5 p.m. Sunday, December 5.
Where: The Grand Hand Gallery, 619 Grand Ave., St. Paul, 651-312-1122, thegrandhand.com

Friday: Lowertown First Friday
What: Missed Black Friday? Get your first at St. Paul’s monthly art crawl, Lowertown First Friday. The studio crawl always provides plenty of opportunities to check out what the art district’s artists are working on – and scoop up some new arty pieces. Participating buildings include Jax Building (253 E. 4th St.), Northwestern Building (275 E. 4th St.), Lowertown Lofts Artists Cooperative (255 E. Kellogg Blvd.), Northern Warehouse (308 Prince St.), adn Tilsner Artist Cooperative (300 Broadway St.), as well as openings at AZ Gallery (308 Prince St.), Black Dog Cafe (308 Prince St.) and Echo Arts (275 E. 4th St. #B200) – plus several Lowertown bars and restaurants will be featuring food specials, along with entertainment. Click here for a map of Lowertown First Friday locations. (Pictured: Art from Jax studio #204)
When: 6-9 p.m. Friday, December 3.
Where: Various artist studios and galleries throughout the Lowertown district,
lowertownfirstfridays.com

Sunday: Moxie Salon Cut-a-thon
What: Time to get that ‘do cleaned up for the holidays – and what better way to do it than for a good cause. Moxie Salon’s St. Paul location is diong an all-day cut-a-thon this weekend with all proceeds going to Habitat for Humanity. It’s only $20 a cut (dry cuts only); walk-ins are welcome but just to be safe, call for a reservation (cash or check only). Moxie is also holding a winterwear donation drive to benefit The Listening House of St. Paul (a shelter and community resource center for homeless and disadvantaged persons); if you donate three or more items, you can receive 20 percent off take home products and/or ProTools.
When: Noon-6 p.m. Sunday, December 5.
Where: Moxie Salon Midway, 722 Snelling Ave. N., St. Paul, 651-251-6820, moxiesalon.com

ONGOING:

Handcrafted Holidays
What: The Grand Hand’s annual Handmade Holiday bazaar opens for the holiday shopping season just in time for Thanksgiving. Stock up on fresh finds and perennial favorites, including a wide selection of ornaments, jewelry, prints, and pottery as well as work in fiber, glass, metal and wood. We’ll be adding new goods throughout the season, with plenty of options under $60. -Jahna Peloquin (Pictured: Jewelry by Brittany Foster)
When: During store hours November 19-December 24.
Where: The Grand Hand Gallery, 619 Grand Ave., St. Paul, 651-312-1122, thegrandhand.com

November Deals at FiveTwoSix Salon
What: Every month, St. Paul salon FiveTwoSix – which was recently named one of the top 100 salons in America by Elle Magazine – has tons of ways to keep you pretty with great deals and promos. This month, get your winter hair fix with Bumble & Bumble’s Wear and Care Quenching Treatment; the line starts at $35, and you can take 20 percent off when you invest in all four treatments from the line. For your dry skin fix, take in a winter skin spa treatment from Dermalogica; get a 30 minute treatment for only $35, and take home its Smooth and Renew kit with free travel size samples for only $36 ($66 value). More deals running through the month: get a free 4 oz. Bumble & Bumble hairspray with a Messy or Dressy production collection purchase; free makeup touch-ups from Smashbox Cosmetics after any hair or spa appointment; and if you refer three people to your stylist, you’ll receive a free haircut, and they’ll receive a complimentary Bumble & Bumble product.
-Jahna Peloquin
When: Through November.
Where: 526 Selby Ave., St. Paul, 651-222-3839, 526salon.com

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Fringe

A fun night on the town in your future?  Need to spruce up an outfit with some glam accessories?  Us girls love to shop, and what better place to go than Grand Avenue!  Two stores have specifically put the focus on accessories – Stella Blu and Fringe.  Fringe, a newly opened jewlery and accessories boutique, carries chic clutches, flirty bracelets and stylish necklaces to jazz up any outfit! At first glance, you know this place is trendy with its hot pink sectioned walls and black chandeliers.

Hannah at Fringe

If you are a high school or college student, Fringe offers a student discount!  Bring in your student I.D. on Tuesdays and receive 15% off anything in the store!  Fringe is very reasonable too!  Most of the accessories ranged from $15 – $45.

Colorful Bangles

You can’t leave Grand Avenue without stopping at Stella Blu.  Stella Blu carries cute accessories such as bags, necklaces, bracelets, rings, and headbands.  Bracelets made from organic wool are a unique find at this trendy boutique! After you pick out that can’t-live-without piece, you can look for an equally glamorous outfit to match.   Clothing prices such as dresses, jeans and tees are definitely reasonable with a range from $20 – $58.  Stella Blu also carries an assortment of Minnesota apparel with shirts displaying “651″ and “Minnesota Nice”.

Next time your on Grand Avenue don’t forget about these great boutiques that offer some up-to-the-minute, affordable pieces that will surely suit your needs!

Fringe

1055 Grand Avenue

Saint Paul, MN 55105

(651)  292-4943

Hours: 10am – 6pm,  Monday – Friday (Thursday until 7pm); 10am – 5pm, Sat.; 12 – 5pm, Sunday.

Stella Blu

1104 Grand Avenue

Saint Paul, MN 55105

(651) 644-4830

Hours: 11am – 7:30pm, Monday – Saturday; 11:30am – 4:30pm, Sunday.

On a hot summer day, what’s better than getting a few friends together and getting a bite to eat outside.

Punch Neapolitan Pizza on Grand Avenue has a great outdoor patio shaded by brightly colored umbrellas, perfect for people watching, enjoying the weather, and savoring an authentic meal.  This Italian- styled restaurant focuses on pizzas cooked in wood-burning ovens and fresh salads.  Punch is the perfect place to enjoy a light lunch or dinner!

If a cold salad on a hot summer day, is your thing, you won’t be disappointed.  The Punch Signature Salad is made of mixed greens, prosciutto (an Italian cured ham), grated Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, and is drizzled with just the right amount of balsamic vinaigrette.  It comes in a small ($3.95) or an entree-sized portion ($7.15).  The best thing about getting a salad at Punch is that they are all served with fresh baked focaccia bread – YUM!

Along with salads, Punch offers a very plentiful array of sixteen Neapolitan pizzas all ranging from $5.95 to $11.00.  What makes a Neapolitan pizza so special?  The ingredients of course, and the flame-blackened blisters that accompany your pizza when it is finished.  The most classic pizza at Punch is the Margherita pizza, but the most popular is the Margherita Extra!  This work of art is made with fresh mozzarella di bufala (“A” quality mozzarella), crushed San Marzano tomatoes, MT. Vesuvio tomatoes, and basil of course!  You can also create your own pizza masterpiece with pepperoni, prosciutto, ham, anchovies, olives, eggplant, roasted red pepper, and sun-dried tomatoes.

Worried about parking on Grand?  There’s a parking lot right next to the restaurant specifically for Punch pizza eaters.  If you live close to Grand, why not ride your bike or walk?  It’s Ride Your Bike to Punch month this June (only 3 days left)!  On Wednesdays in June, wear your helmet into Punch on Grand Avenue and get $3 off any pizza.

Visit the web site at http://www.punchpizza.com for more information.

Punch Neapolitan Pizza, Grand Avenue

769 Grand Avenue

(651) 602-6068

Other St. Paul locations,

Highland Park

704 Cleveland Avenue South

(651) 696-1066

Grand Ole Creamery offers some of the best ice cream in the country according to the National City Search Best Places for Ice Cream in the Nation.  It was also voted Best Ice Cream in the Twin Cities by Mpls/ St. Paul Magazine.

Stop inside Grand Ole Creamery for a scoop of Black Hills Gold, Sweet Cream, Triple Berry Flake,  or any of their thirty-one ( and counting ) flavors of ice cream!  My favorite – Chocolate Malt Banana.  Their flavors range daily, so if you don’t see the specific flavor you’ve craved all day, they are sure to have a least one to please your aching taste buds!  Taste as many samples as you want, until you find the right one.

When you arrive, don’t be surprised if the line is out the door – and literally down the street!  People are willing to wait 30 minutes in line,  just to get a hand-rolled waffle cone and their favorite flavor of homemade ice cream.  Once you enter the doors, you immediately breath in the smell of freshly made waffle cones.  You can choose an original waffle cone or you can get it adorned with flavors such as Cinnabun or Birthday Cake.  A small cup or cone will cost you around $4.00, and if you want a large waffle cone (complete with a whopper on the bottom), it will put you back about $5.25.

Along with the scoops of ice cream, there are also sundaes and malts on the menu as well.  Celebrating a birthday party?  There are ice cream cakes too!  And a new item on their menu — ice cream pizza.  Cakes range from $21-40 and pies will cost you $16.

If ice cream is your thing, another great option is Izzy’s! Izzy’s has 32 flavors of  homemade artisan ice cream that rotates daily.  If you don’t want to be dissapointed by your favorite flavor not being there, no fear – Flavor Up is here!  Flavor Up allows you to see every 3 minutes, what flavors are available to you.  Who knew an ice cream shop could be so high tech!

Cupcake lover? Izzy’s makes ice cream cupcakes for $4.20 or $3 when you buy 4 or more – what a deal!  Izzy’s also offers different flavors of ice cream made with soy for the lactose intolerant ice cream fanatics.

Visit one or visit both – you won’t be disappointed!

Grand Ole Creamery                    Izzy’s Ice Cream Cafe

750 Grand Avenue                               2034 Marshall Ave

Saint Paul, MN 55105                          Saint Paul, MN 55104

(651) 293-1655                                      (651) 603-1458

Some say the start of summer is Memorial Day weekend, others state it’s June 21st.  The true kick-off for me is Grand Old Day!  This free, summertime festival is celebrating its 37th year, and is the largest one-day festival in the Midwest.  You do not want to miss this!  Vendors and crowds fill the street of Grand Avenue, stretching 30 blocks.

I have been going to Grand Old Day ever since I can remember and every year, my experiences have been unforgettable.  The eclectic mix of people that surround you make the experience even better.  Where else can you see people riding seven-foot tall unicycles?

It’s hard to forget the smell of cheese curds and mini doughnuts that fill the air as well as the sound of live music and the honking of parade floats.  This year, don’t miss the Teen Battle of the Bands from noon – 4:30 at Patagonia Parking lot!

Also, make sure to stop by the Grand Old Day Art Fair presented by Cafe Latte, Lavender Magazine and Walker Art Center in the Art District (Saratoga to Snelling). While you’re there, you will have the chance to make your own take-home art project!

Oh, and don’t forget to sample some food from the over 150 delicious food vendors!

Here are a few helpful tips to have a great Grand Old Day experience:

1.) ARRIVE EARLY.  If you live close to Grand Avenue, just walk.  Trust me, there will be no parking spots available for miles.

2.)  ARRIVE EVEN EARLIER if you’re planning on going to the parade at 10 am.  It’s crucial to get a good spot!  You don’t want to miss it!

3.) WEAR A HAT AND SUNSCREEN…you do not want to get a painful sunburn the first day of summer, do you?

4.) BRING EXTRA MONEY.  You never know what kind of eccentric foods or trinkets you’ll run into.

5.) BRING A CAMERA.  You’re going to run into a lot of people you know.

6.) IN FACT, BRING A LARGE TOTE to store all of your items and especially the free candy from the parade floats!

7.) GRAND OLD DAY APP for your iPhone is a much needed new accessory for this year!  Click here to learn more.

For more information about Grand Old Day, visit:  www.grandave.com/grandoldday

REMEMBER, Grand Old Day is Sunday, June 6th!  See you there!

This week in St. Paul, a new lingerie shop opens its doors to all sizes, the semi-annual clearance sale kicks off at My Sister’s Closet, plus more sales and deals:

[A look from Aubade at Allure]

Lingerie shop Allure opens on Grand Avenue
Busty ladies tired of boring basics when it comes to bras, this news ought to make your eyes light up. New shop Allure, recently opened along Grand Avenue’s shopping district, stocks romantic, stylish lingerie for all sizes. Its shelves are stocked with an eclectic assortment of bras from noteworthy lines like Aubade, LeMystere, and Cosabella that mix support with style – meaning colors, lace, and embellishments. The locally-owned shop also features a chic selection of undies, pajamas, swoon-worthy cashmere robes, sweaters, yoga wear, and bridal lingerie, as well as a knowledgeable staff that will help you find the perfect fit. (Allure, 1051 Grand Ave., St. Paul. 651-493-6773.)

[My Sister's Closet]

Beginning Monday: My Sister’s Closet Winter Clearance Sale
A longtime favorite of this writer, My Sister’s Closet is having its bi-annual blowout sale. The sister-owned shop housed in one of Grand Avenue’s historic houses will be taking 50 percent off everything in stock, including vintage and designer consignment. (Jan. 18-30. My Sister’s Closet, 1136 Grand Ave., St. Paul. 651-222-2819.)

Friday: Face à Face eyewear trunk show at InVision
Local eyewear shop InVision is hosting a trunk show by French eyewear brand Face à Face at its three Metro locations. (11 a.m.-6 p.m. Fri. InVision Grand Ave.: 867 Grand Ave., St. Paul. 651-291-0318.)

[Painting by Sarah Wieben]

[Details Style Lab]

Through Jan. 31: Details Style Lab Deal
What: Bring two or more non-perishable food items and receive a 10 percent discount at spa and men’s clothing boutique Details Style Lab. The store plans to donate 800 pounds of food this year, providing 150 meals to a family of four. (Ongoing through Jan. 31. 346 St. Peter St., St. Paul, 651-251-8700.)

[Sale items at Picky Girl]

Ongoing: Picky Girl Winter Sale
St. Paul boutique Picky Girl is kicking off its winter sale with 25 to 60 percent off all regular-priced clothing, shoes and accessories, with offerings from national lines like Kenzie Girl and Covet, and local darlings Calpurnia Peach. (Ongoing while supplies last.  Picky Girl, 949 Grand Ave., St. Paul. 651-698-4107.)

Ongoing: Deals at 526 Salon
Kick off your 2010 right with new deals 526 Salon. Now through January, Stephen Trevino’s happening salon and gallery is offering a facial or massage for only $49 (originally $65). A selection of Bumble & Bumble hair treatments are on clearance through January. Take 20 percent off one item, 25 percent off two, and 30 percent off three. (Ongoing through Jan. 31. 526 Selby Ave., St. Paul, 651-222-3839.)

[F-Troupe at BlackBlue]

Ongoing: BlackBlue Shoe Sale
UK brand F-Troupe, represented out of the Opening Ceremony showroom in NYC, is now on sale at St. Paul boutique BlackBlue. Take 25 percent off any pair of F-Troupes in both men’s and women’s styles, while supplies last, as well as men’s Generic Surplus footwear. While you’re there, check out their latest addition, men’s denim line, A.P.C. from France. (Ongoing while supplies last. BlackBlue, 614 Selby Ave., St. Paul.)

Black Friday was only the beginning. This weekend, holiday shopping in St. Paul really gets a kick start, thanks to a bunch of St. Paul’s finest boutiques. Snag locally-made fashions, accessories, gifts and art for your loved ones while enjoying libations, gifts, prizes, and deals galore. And remember: shopping local is a virtue.

ONGOING THROUGH SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6:

Up Six Holiday Sale

Head to vintage capital of the Twin Cities, St. Paul, for Up Six’s annual holiday sale. Snag 15 percent off all jewelry, 20 percent off all clothing and accessories, and 10 to 50 percent off all furniture and housewares. On Saturday and Sunday, snack on cookies from Bread & Chocolate and hot apple cider. While you’re in the area, check out St. Paul’s other fab vintage shops, many of which are part of the St. Paul Retro Loop. (We recommend Lula’s Vintage Wear and Sophie Joe’s Emporium.) Bonus: You can pre-shop the sale on Monday if you mention hearing about it on l’étoile. (Begins noon Tue. Ends 4 p.m. Sun. 157 Snelling Ave. N., St. Paul. 651-917-0470.)

Go Live image by Meghan Sitek

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 2:

Home for the Holidays at FiveTwoSix
The holiday edition of St. Paul salon spa and gallery FiveTwoSix’s monthly fashion, art and music soiree offers the usual entertainment and art, as well as tons of great gift ideas. For sale will be original art, sculpture, glass, photography, handmade candles, and a jewelry trunk show by local designers. You can also get your ‘do done or a facial acupressure for free, register for prizes, and enjoy gifts-with-purchase opportunities and refreshments. (5-8 p.m. 526 Selby Ave., St. Paul. 651-222-3839.)

Landmark Center

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3-SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6:

Old-Fashioned Holiday Bazaar and Gift Stroll at Landmark Center
Head to St. Paul’s historic Landmark Center and stroll the marketplace of over 75 exhibits with unique, hand-crafted gift items from Midwest artists in Landmark’s Musser Cortile. Afterward, head out for the gift stroll, featuring neighboring gift shops Sophist-a-Gifts and the Artist Mercantile. Visit all three shops for gifts and prizes. (10 a.m.-8 p.m. Thu. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. $3. 75 5th St. W., St. Paul. 651-292-3230. Artist Mercantile: 24 7th Pl. W., St. paul. 651-222-0053. Sophist-a-Gifts: 406 St. Peter St., St. Paul. 651-291-7948.)

CVA Art Sale

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4-SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6:

CVA Holiday Art Sale at College of Visual Art
CVA’s newly expanded Holiday Art Sale promises to be filled with fresh artwork by CVA students, alumni, faculty and staff for you to peruse and purchase. Your best bet at snatching up the hottest artwork? Friday night’s Preview Party, of course. Artwork and prints from the CVA Art Archives will also be included in a silent auction benefiting the CVA. (Preview party: 5-8 p.m. Fri. $20-25. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat. Noon-4 p.m. Sun. 173 Western Ave. N., St. Paul. 651-224-3416.)

DC Ice art at AZ Gallery

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4: Lowertown First Fridays & Handmade Holidays Market Sale at Black Dog Cafe

Over 40 artists team up for the ninth annual Handmade Holidays Market Sale at Lowertown’s Black Dog Cafe, coinciding with Lowertown First Fridays art crawl. Items include jewelry, stained glass, dolls, ornaments, bags, hats, soaps, knits, paintings and more by an eclectic mix of artists. Sip a latte or glass of wine while you shop. (5-9 p.m. Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sat. 308 Prince St., St. Paul. 651-292-9746.) Snag more one-of-a-kind local art at Lowertown First Fridays studio and gallery crawl, featuring open studios at Jax Building (253 E. 4th St.), Lowertown Lofts Artist’ Cooperative (255 E. Kellogg Blvd.), Northern Warehouse (308 Prince St.), Tilsner Artists’ Cooperative (300 Broadway St.), as well as galleries AZ Gallery (308 Prince St.), Black Dog Cafe (308 Prince St.), and Peach (275 E. 4th St.). (6-9 p.m. Click here for more info.)

Grand Avenue

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5:

The Grand Meander on Grand Avenue
Have an old-world, holiday experience at Grand Avenue’s annual Grand Meander, which invites shoppers and their families to revel in holiday cheer as they walk the expansive avenue. Take advantage of holiday promotions, sip hot cocoa, meet reindeer, sit on Santa’s lap and even see a penguin! You can also swing by the Saint Paul City Ballet studio (Noon-4 p.m. 1680 Grand Ave.) to see the dancers rehearsing for their premiere performance of The Enchanted Toy Shop, featuring living dolls and dancing snowflakes. If your arms get tired from all the shopping bags, you can even hop a ride on an old-school trolley. (8:30 a.m.-7 p.m. Grand Avenue. Visit grandave.com for details.)  

The Commodore

MONDAY, DECEMBER 7: First Mondays at The Commodore
The Commodore Hotel, frequented by the likes of F. Scott & Zelda back in the ’20s, provides the delightful art deco backdrop to this monthly art mart. Stock up on handmade holiday gifts by artists and vendors including Lynn Alpert, Vandalia Street Press, Lisa Freeburg, Heinz Brummel and many more. (4-8 p.m. 79 Western Ave. N., St. Paul. 651-222-1751.)

With last weekend’s busy MNfashion Week kickoff in St. Paul now under wraps (check out my recap at l’etoile magazine), the buzz had dimmed to a murmur – that is, until today. The sheer amount of fashion events happening in St. Paul this weekend will tempt you to want to take a STAYcation. Here’s a St. Paul-specific guide to MNfashion Week events happening in our fair city.

British fashion icon Zandra Rhodes will be appearing at the Ordway

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The newly remodeled Mediterranean restaurant, Shish, on Grand Avenue.

I don’t really want to share my favorite new, healthy place to eat breakfast because, well, the emptiness of the café is rather nice at the moment. But you would really be missing out if you didn’t check out Shish in the A.M.

That’s right, I’m talking about newly remodeled and redecorated Shish, the Mediterranean grill and café on Grand Avenue. The one that’s often busy for lunch and dinner, but for breakfast? Not so busy. At lunch and dinner you’ll get your usual, delicious options like mousaka, falafel, gyros, spinach pie and the super tasty Kefta burger (ground beef, parsley, onions, spices, and topped with feta and grilled tomatoes). But let’s talk breakfast!
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