Category Archives: Local Spots

Denim jackpot

It’s fairlicious update: I think we may have created a new state fair record. Morgan and I managed to hit up all of my must-see locales and were able to grab a corn dog to go all in two hours. I’m … Continue reading

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It’s fairlicious

Let’s eat update: I know I’ve said this before and I’ll probably say it again, I love Luna Bistro! The service, the ambiance, THE FOOD, everything is always amazing. My compliments to the lovely Chef Kris Van Tuyl and his staff for … Continue reading

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Let’s eat

Sidney Street update: I am pleased as punch at how well little Bean’s birthday invites turned out. What do you think? I know I constantly tout Des Moines, but I truly think it’s an amazing city. Case in point, tomorrow Restaurant … Continue reading

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Operation organize

Whole lotta fun update: We headed over to the brand-spankin’-new Whole Foods tonight and it did not disappoint. We tried out a few truffle cheeses and  a whole bunch of cold salads and they were all de-lish! Can’t wait to … Continue reading

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Whole lotta fun

Say Ambular update: Good times were had this weekend as the DMI got just a little bit Hays-ier. Amber and I had a blast running around town hitting up all my fave local haunts. In honor of the new Whole Foods … Continue reading

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Say Ambular

Gene on the big screen update: Totally bummed out right now. We got to the theater 30 minutes early only to find out that it has been sold out. So how does one recover from such heartbreak? By buying a new … Continue reading

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Christmas in July

Jazz on the hill update: Nothing like hanging out on the well-manicured lawn at Terrace Hill with family and friends on a Tuesday night. Add a little jazz and you’re set! I usually get up earlier than necessary in the morning … Continue reading

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Jazz on the hill

Pinkish hue update: So happy that there is a “cool down” happening right now. Well, if you consider upper 80s, low 90s cool. It was a little toasty this weekend, even the pool water was a balmy 93 degrees, but … Continue reading

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Pinkish hue

Bueller? update: Who doesn’t love watching a classic movie outdoors on a lawn? Morgan and I had a blast tonight at the Des Moines Art Center‘s showing of Ferris Bueller’s Day Off. Now, if only I could play hookey from work … Continue reading

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Bueller?

Red, white and blue update: My Fourth was pretty eventful, and I captured a photo that sums it all up: I know I say this often, but there is always something to do here in Des Moines, especially during the summer. … Continue reading

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