Movies are a big deal for us. They are by far one of our favorite pastimes. We find that they inspire us creatively and can often be a source of encouragement as well.
If you saw the recent video we shot, you’ll know that we are waiting with anticipation for the upcoming Academy Awards. To get ready for the special night, we spent our date night this week preparing these golden beauties followed by a viewing of The Tree Of Life, nominated for Best Picture.
Happy Friday – enjoy!
While visiting Vitaliy’s grandma in Portland this past week, we decided to take a little getaway downtown.
We arrived just in time for brunch on Sunday. After much deliberation, we decided on Mother’s Bistro and Bar. I was cold, wet and hungry, but the minute I walked into the dining area of Mother’s, my gray mood immediately turned bright. The wall to wall windows allowed me to watch the rain fall outside while staying warm and cozy inside. But nothing said cozy like the menu at this place. Their breakfast and lunch options were equally appealing, but we couldn’t pass up our favorite dishes. Biscuits and gravy for Vitaliy. French Toast for me.
Between the romantic chandeliers and the hardy comfort food, we thought it was a perfect spot for a date. If you live in the Portland area or are planning a trip there, be sure to take your special someone to the Mother’s Bistro and Bar.
When Vitaliy and I were in college, he took me to the cutest little coffee shop in Chicago. I understand that going to a coffee shop in college is pretty typical, but this coffee shop was not. It was so unique that we paid a visit while visiting Chicago this past fall. And it’s also the inspiration for a date idea I wrote for the latest issue of Styled (02.02.2012).
With the start of the new year comes the realization that we are deep in winter’s abyss. With frigid temperatures and possibly snow-covered grounds, we find our comfort staying indoors and sipping on our favorite warm beverages. The coffee shop being the best of both worlds.
With the ease a coffee shop presents, I find it can usually be far too predictable. A good date has at least a touch of spontaneity or unpredictability. This date idea was inspired by one of our favorite coffee shops in Chicago that offers an array of game choices to add a little personality to your coffee visit.
Surprise your date at your next coffee rendezvous with a favorite board game. If it’s a first date, you will calm nerves and abate the inevitable awkward moments. And if it’s your 89th date, you’ll likely add some much needed laughter and friendly competition to what could have been an ordinary evening.
