A Meaningful Dream

Yesterday, David and I went to eat at Cass Cafe on our lunch break. Cass Cafe is located on 4620 Cass in Midtown, Detroit. About a five minute walk from campus! Yay!

I consider Cass Cafe to be a "gem". The environment screams "LIZ!". I know I'm not the only person who thinks it's a diamond. Many have seen famous actor Ryan Gosling dinning here whenever he is in town. From what I know it's one of his favorite places to visit in the area! Neat huh? 

Cass Cafe changes their art that surrounds the restaurant walls. How frequently? I'm not sure. Perhaps I should have asked? When I find out I'll leave a comment below saying how often they do. The art they chose to display are always unique. They are conversation pieces that's for sure! Their art is definitely one of my top reasons why I enjoy going to Cass Cafe so much. 

My favorite dish at Cass Cafe is their 5 Grilled Cheese. Want a twist with your grilled cheese? Go to Cass Cafe and try this beauty. It's delicious. Inside it has onions, dried tomatoes, spinach and of course five different types of cheeses. YUM right? All for $8.50 ($1.50 extra for fries)

David got the Smoked Salmon for $9.50. I didn't try it. I knew if I had a bite of his sandwich he'd have to get a bite out of mine. I wasn't willing to give up any part of my grilled cheese yesterday. Which is okay, he didn't want to give up his sandwich either. I can see why. The aroma was pretty tempting though... He devoured it within a matter of seconds, so I knew it was tasty.

They have a decent selection to choose from if you want to order an alcoholic drink. Something I'll have to wait to try in the future. October 15 is around the corner!

Like me, Cass Cafe is all about displaying local events in Detroit and art.

I have always wanted to eat upstairs. They never have it available when I go. Maybe one day...I believe you have to have it reserved. 

I don't know why, but I love the bathroom doors inside the girls room. I should have added my own touch. I'll have to remember to bring a sharpie with me next time. 

Cass Cafe recently added outside seating! Too bad it's been too hot. I'll have to return in the Fall when it's cooler out!

Last week, David and I had many days where we had no clue what we wanted for dinner. There was nothing in the house to eat and it was too hot to think twice about cooking. Especially with no AC in or near the kitchen area. We drove around aimlessly looking for something to eat. Nothing sounded appealing. We were going to give up until we drove past Wow Sushi! David suggested we try it because one of his co-workers mentioned how great they were. (His co-worker was right!) Plus, we haven't had sushi in a long time.

I'm not going to lie. I was a bit skeptical about eating sushi again, but I had reached that point where I didn't care what I ate anymore. David took me to eat sushi for the first time when we first started dating. I didn't like it at all. Since then, I've given sushi a few more tries. Now, I love sushi! 

The entrance is welcoming! I enjoy the sushi cartoons on the chalk board. They're so cute! It makes me want to eat em' up! 

Our view from our table. You can watch your sushi being made... and everyone else's (that was tough to watch)

What I like most about Wow Sushi is that they have many types of sushi to choose from. David and I spent a lot of time debating which rolls to get. Our waitress was patient and didn't try to rush us, like some waitress' do. Therefore, it made the process more smooth.

After much thought, this was our final order. 

David and I were drooling (literally) when our sushi was brought to us. I think our waitress and customers around us were laughing at us. Oh well. We each took a bite and stared at each other...our faces said it all. It tasted like victory! The whole time we ate we kept commenting about how fresh and delicious the sushi was. My favorites ended up being the Yum Yum Roll (bottom left) and the Hawaiian Roll (center). David's favorites were the Yum Yum Roll and the Triple Roll (top right)

My defeated chopsticks. I called quits after devouring so much sushi. I even had enough for leftovers. YES! 

Another thing I wanted to mention are the prices. For what and how much we got, the price was pretty reasonable. It was cheaper than our other favorite sushi place Wasabi. We love Wasabi for their Yum Yum Roll, but David and I both agree that Wow Sushi's was better and more affordable.

If you are a Wayne State student or employee then I'm more than positive you know about WSU's Farmers Market because of the numerous e-mails we receive... Anyway, I enjoy going! Especially on an empty stomach! (Which may not be a good thing) When is it? Beginning the first Wednesday of June to October 11, from 11am-4pm! It's in front of the Prentis Building (over on Cass). 

BUYING LOCAL IS SO IMPORTANT! Can I not stress that enough?

Oatmeal pancakes? That sounds delicious! One day I'll buy it! 

The bean cartoon is punny. Love it.

One of my favorite parts of the WSU Farmers Market are the giant sunflowers! They're really cheap! As of right now I don't have a place to put them. Tears.

They smell as fresh as they look!

Standing there looking at all the vegetables makes me want to continue to eat healthier. Or become a vegetarian? Okay, maybe not THAT far. I like meat too much. 

Michigan cherries are the bomb. No cherry is better than Michigan's. 

Avalon Bakery is next to Curl Up & Dye over on Cass! My friend Brian took me there and I love it! Organic goodies and coffee. Perfect. As you are biting into your treat, you wouldn't even think it's healthy for you. It's that good. Promise. 

Excuse the quality of the photo, the sun was creating the glare. It was a tough battle but the glare won. Any who, I bought a vegan trail-mix cookie. At the time I only had a $20. It was the first tent I stopped in so I hadn't had the chance to break it. I assume the worker didn't have the proper change for a $20. He was generous and told me bring a dollar the next time I stop by. He was practically giving me a free cookie! Even the customer next to me said "Now that is great customer service!" I agree! Actually, it encouraged me to buy more things from the WSU Farmers Market so I could break my $20. I know I would have forgotten if I hadn't paid him back today.

I bought a pecan sweet potato pie a few weeks ago. I was nervous because the only pies that I've had are apple and cherry. I'm a bit picky when it comes to pies or at least growing up I was. Now I'm more willing to try things, but tend to stray away because it's what I'm used to doing. I'm glad I tried it! It was yummy! To my surprise it was rather filling, but that could be because I eat small portions. Either way I had to put my fork down and call it quits. 

The next time I go, I'm getting one of these cookies. 

Green bean paradise!

I've never seen cherry tomatoes in a variety of colors! I'm a tomato fiend too. I asked the worker about them and he told me they all have a different taste to them and they are very sweet and very good. Of course I bought a basket! 

Potato's are one of my favorite foods. In any way shape or form. I can only imagine what these potato's taste like. 

Every time I go there is always a line to this particular tent. I figured I'd see what all the fuss is about by trying something today. Originally I wanted the Chicken Salad Club Lavash, but they were out. I was pretty sad. I really liked the sound of having bacon in my wrap. I ended up ordering their Habana Wrap with Chicken. I also got their fresh mint tea!

All my precious goodies I purchased today! Funny thing is, is that I didn't plan on buying an entire lunch today. I packed a salad for myself and forgot the dressing and the rest of my lunch. It's been that kind of day. Perhaps it was just a little push to try more things today? It definitely beats the lunch I originally planned on having! The mint tea was really minty, in a good way. It inspires me to make my own or buy it again. The wrap ended up being A LOT bigger than at first glance. It's worth the $7. Half way through the wrap I was full. Inside the wrap is black beans, roasted corn, red onion, locally grown tomato, cilantro, cojito, cheese and Grown-in-Detroit green with lime vinaigrette. I'm making you hungry aren't I? As I mentioned before, the cookie is so delightful that you wouldn't think it's healthy for you. Finally, the tomato's. The worker was right! They all have a different taste and are very sweet and very good. The orange tomato is my favorite. I have been restraining myself to not eat them all at once. It hasn't been an easy task. 

You should go to the WSU Famer's Market if you haven't yet! Even if you just look. The people working the tents appreciate it even if you don't buy anything. Ask them about their business, they have so much to tell! I will admit, they are pretty convincing with their products. I've seen them talk people into purchasing something. I too have been convinced, but it's all for a good cause! 

*Note, I did not feature every tent at WSU farmers market. Just a few that caught my eye.