We
love eating out. Our weekly budget allocates one eat out per week unless we do
an extraordinarily thrifty grocery run. Then we can manage another visit to one
of our favorite places.
Over
the years, we’ve two places that we’ll visit weekly. Alternating between Greek
food at Papouli’s Greek Grill and Mexican food at La Fiesta Patio Café. Our frequent
visits mean we earn free meals from both places, allowing us to indulge even
more.
At
one point, the owner of Papouli’s would try new menu items with my son and
husband offering feedback. He’s helped us celebrate birthdays and
anniversaries. We’ve even catered Christmas dinner because, you know, not
everyone likes turkey!
Last night,
upon entering La Fiesta Patio Café (Patio Café in our house), the entire staff
cheered and waved. All three of us broke into laughter and simultaneously
chimed, “Norm!” as we approached our table for three. The waitress carried over
our drinks, chips and salsa but didn’t bother with a menu. She knew we’ve
memorized everything on their list. Sometimes, all three of us crave their veggie
chalupas and will order the same meal. Today found us yearning for different
things.
Many
evenings, the staff will amble over to chat with us about movies or their
weekend plans if the place isn’t too busy. We’ve slipped into the habit of
looking forward to the company as well as the food.
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