Now, I often find myself in the company of young families, fellow twenty-somethings, and more than a few French-speakers. I've spent many hours in particular at a new-ish "American Bistro,", East End Kitchen. It's adorable. The menu and service has significantly improved in past few weeks as well.
This past weekend, I hosted a friend at my apartment. Following a late night mourning Syracuse's loss, we woke up especially hungry and early (read: before noon) on Saturday morning. We decided to round the corner to join the small following at East End Kitchen. They serve a delicious and affordable brunch.
Really, though. For only $13, I enjoyed the huevos rancheros (with black beans, salsa, crispy tortillas, and guacamole) and my choice of complimentary bloody mary, mimosa, orange juice, grapefruit juice, organic coffee, or SerndipiTea. With Shayne's fun and festive Housewarming Party later that day, I had coffee.
Between the fabulous food and conversation, our brunch hour passed quickly, and before leaving, we were convinced to try their house-made donuts with three dipping sauces. I was quite full at that point and only had one oh-my-gosh-so-amazing donut... but it was so worth it. The raspberry sauce was phenomenal. 
Then, we left. Laura (my guest) and I took a sunshiny stroll around the neighborhood before she headed home. And I spent the rest of the afternoon curled up in bed with this new book. It was basically a perfect weekend day. Wishing you an equally as satisfying week ahead.
