We passed a billboard today that asked the question: "What have you done for your marriage today." I don’t remember what company was behind it, but the question became our joke of the evening. Matt held my hand at the mall, folded his shirts and picked the onions out of his root vegetable hash at dinner <3
We had so much fun out shopping today. Often I try to squeeze shopping into a block of time and feel rushed, but today we had all afternoon and planned to go straight to dinner, so it was much more relaxed than usual and so nice.
First stop was Kohl’s, where Matt had a birthday gift card from his mom! I had about 3 items in my hands to try on and ended up just putting them back on the rack and walking away. Kind of wishing I’d tried them on now! He came out with 3 pairs of pants.
Then we walked in the same shopping center over to Old Navy where I heard there was killer workout clothes sales. Sadly the yoga pants were all picked over, but I found two wicking tops for $15 a piece. [iphone quality here!]
Next stop was Lowes, where we got some estimates on our home repairs and found out that storm windows are not made anymore except by special order 🙁
Lastly, we went to the mall, which was boppin’ with people on a Saturday afternoon. It was fun to actually hang out at the mall and not be on a mission to find something important. We spent time playing in the fragrances (I’m currently doused in Armani Code, which I LOVE) and then went to Banana and GAP where Matt got a pair of gloves with one of his gift certificates and I got some leggings with mine. Clearly so very enthusiastic about those leggings..
Next stop was an impromptu dinner with Kate + Nate and Kelsey + Eric!
Kelsey recommended we try a new restaurant called Savor. TOTAL diamond in the rough!!! Just go check out that menu. So many delicious ingredients.
I want this painting in my house:
I started with a juicy glass of organic malbec
And we debated what to try
We had great service tonight – some of the best I’ve had in a while! We were greeted with grilled sourdough and chive butter. I had a taste
Matt and I had to share the Soul Rolls [collard greens & smoked turkey spring rolls served with chili sauce]. I had a roll and it was nice and doughy, although I have to say I thought the collard greens were going to be the shell and was a bit disappointed they were fried since it didn’t say fried on the menu.
We also got the pimento cheese to share. Pimento cheese is one of my very favorite foods!! However, what we were served was not pimento cheese! It was the blue cheese + bacon dip. It was fabulous, but I requested the pimento because I really wanted to try it. I think it was just a simple miscommunication and we were allowed to keep the blue cheese so all were happy 🙂
Pimento cheese + chips + crostini!
It was really good! Pureed instead of grated, but still had that wonderful flavor
Kate + Nate also shared a bite of their hummus 😉
For dinner I ordered the Savor Salad [Mixed greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, shredded carrots & crispy chick peas] with Pan-Seared Salmon on top and the Honey Dijon Vinaigrette. The dressing was out of this world good! The salad was good too – I love any restaurant that serves a hearty salad! The salmon wasn’t bad, but I’m not sure if it was wild-caught because it didn’t taste as rich as I’m used to.
Matt got the pan-seared chicken with pimento cheese, root veggies and drunken collards. Amazing all around!! The chicken was superb, and he gave me two bites. Sadly we left or leftovers on the table 🙁 🙁
The desserts were homemade, but no one had room thanks to all the apps. We wafted the Butterscotch Bread Pudding on our way out (per the server’s recommendation) and I’m definitely going back for that!!!
Blog is written. Time for relaxation! So so thirsty!
Annie says
i like how you got good service but the food was not at alll what you expected!! =)
Food Makes Fun Fuel says
I hate it when restaurants have great desserts because I’m never in the mood after big dinner out. Sometimes I think we should just go out to the restaurant for the dessert.
Sandy says
I hate when menus dont give the way veggies are cooked! Once i was expecting to get a nice healthy steamed veg, only to be presented with a fried tempura like thing! 🙁
ps i’m eating salmon too!!
Kristen @ Change of Pace says
Sometimes it’s little things that take you back and really make you appreciate your husband. My husband is so good to me and so sweet. It’s hard with all the hustle and bustle of life to really make time to show them how much you love them.
Looks like you had a fun day of shopping and good eats! We did the same today 🙂
Jessica @ The Process of Healing says
That dinner looks fabulous!!!! You gotta love a big, fresh salad!
Danielle says
Aww, I think it’s a cute slogan. Cheesy but cute 🙂
Dinner looks FANTASTIC! I love finding great places that are small and awesome. That stinks that you forgot your leftovers on the table.
Enjoy relaxing!
Jordan @ Salt Sweat Sugar says
That whole dinner looks faaaab, especially the salad. Nomnomnom =]
*Andrea* says
cute post 🙂 i love kerf+matt – you two are adorbs
Marisa (Loser for Life) says
A nice day with the hubs! I give you both credit for braving the malls on a Sat! YIKES!
Delicious dinner, too 🙂
Kati @ Living Well says
Butterschotch bread pudding?! Yum.
Jil says
Aw, what a nice day! And allll of that food looks delicious.
Lisa (bakebikeblog) says
Oh what a fun looking afternoon. Me and Mr BBB love it when we get the chance to just ‘hang out’ with no specific agenda in mind!
Amie says
Love shopping! You dinner looks like it was amazing 🙂
Chloe (Naturally Frugal) says
We did a bunch of shopping today too – hit up Macy’s for clothes for him, Target for basics for both of us, and Costco to re-stock the kitchen. It was exhausting, but very fun! Looks like a fun day for you two!
Erin says
Aw, what a fun couples day. You and Matt seem to have a really wonderful partnership. 😀
Jenn (www. j3nn.net ) says
Your shopping adventure looks like so much fun! That restaurant looks fantastic! You always pick the hot spots with the best menus. Very cool!
Jenn
Hillary [Nutrition Nut on the Run] says
Sounds like a fun day – shopping & dinner with friends. Enjoy your Saturday night!
Susan says
I love the collard greens pic too! If you find that it’s mass produced, PLEASE put in your open sky store! I want it soooo!!
Susan
Kath says
I’m pretty sure it was locally made 🙁
Julie @savvyeats says
You and Matt are one of the cutest couples ever. Seriously.
Niki F says
Wanted to say that I tried your kalmata olive hummus and am in LOVE! And my husband hates olives so I don’t even have to share! 😉
Kath says
So glad!
Niki F says
Posted your recipe on my blog, plus a black bean dip I made for my hubs since he won’t touch olives (silly boy). With pictures and everything! Thanks again! Your healthy eating and recipes are inspiring!
Foy Update - Cook. Garden. Write. Repeat. says
The food looks pretty good. I do love that collard greens sign. I would need a set of four:
Collard Greens
Radishes
Rainbow Chard
Brussels Sprouts
All foods I thought I didn’t like, but are actually delicious.
Cynthia (It All Changes) says
I love little inside jokes. And how fun for your shopping day. You got some great deals.
Ashley says
That painting is freaking awesome!! Wish we could have been there with you guys!! 🙂 Eric + Kelsey are giving us a visit in less than 2 weeks, can’t wait!! HILarious about the marriage billboard..omg too funny.
Tara says
I always forget my leftovers on the table. ALWAYS.
Karla says
MMM that grilled bread looks divine!!
lynn (The Actors Diet) says
yeah i think the “fried” thing is pretty important and should be on the menu!
Tony Puczylowski says
Hey! I am glad you all enjoyed dinner tonight! I tried to chase you guys down with your takeout! But I saved it for you, in case you came back. Hope to see you soon! Thanks! Tony
Kath says
Tony,
Thanks for stopping by!! I don’t think we’re going to be anywhere near the restaurant today to pick up the leftovers 🙁 So sad. But thank you for saving it for us! We’ll be back again – loved dinner. And I need that butterscotch next time!
Kath
Joelle (The Pancake Girl) says
What a fun Saturday!
Freya @ foodfitnessandfreya.wordpress.com says
Haha I love it when restaurants get your order wrong, so you get two for the price of one – it’s a blessing in disguise!! I admire your restriction on the dessert, I ALWAYS have to have dessert no matter how full lol!! Have a good rest of the evening 🙂
Antonin@Paris Food Blague says
enjoy the relaxation. and yay for hearty salads. i love chick peas.
Antonin@Paris Food Blague says
and the malbec. yay!
(i have never yet found an organic wine i like, but kudos to you)
Simply Life says
Looks like a fun day! From the pics, the meal looks great!
Cassie @ A Very Busy Mind says
I didn’t even know Old Navy had workout clothes. Um, this pumps me up big time!
Anna @ Newlywed, Newly Veg says
Sounds like y’all got some great stuff! I’ll have to check out our Old Navy to see if they’re having a sale on workout clothes too.
lol– Matt looks so European in that first pic! In a good way!
amanda says
I love shopping with gift cards. I have a whole stack of them from Christmas in my wallet right now. Maybe I will have to stop at Old Navy today and check out their selection of workout clothes. I workout all the time, so I could always use some more!! The food looks good and that does suck about getting fried food when you didn’t want it. My hubby had something similar happen to him. He got cauliflower from a chow hall in Iraq (govt contractor) and it was basically boiled (?) in butter. Ewww! He said it left a nasty film on the veggies.
Kath says
Thanks for the cuteness comments guys 🙂
Cait (Cait's Plate) says
That’s exactly what we did today! It was fabulous 🙂 I’m the same way – always try to cram it into about 2 hours which is of course never enough time.
I’m glad Matt took a proactive role in “doing something” for your marriage! Haha. He seems like a wonderful husband 😀
Glad you guys were able to enjoy a fun day!
Good Taste. Healthy Me says
You guys are just too cute.
Nice restaurant!
Rachel says
All of that food looks really good. You & your husband are so cute 😀
Jenna says
Dinner looks fab! Too bad you left your leftovers at the restaurant:(
oh well that means you will have to go back again soon 😉
Jenna
Carolyn says
Man, I love pimento cheese!
ashleigh says
aww you guys are so adorable! looks like a fun day!
Graze With Me says
Ack! I *always* leave my leftovers at restaurants! Grrr.
Lisa Burris says
Just wanted to let everyone know the artist who did the Collard Greens picture at Savor is Mandy Johnson and she has a website – I believe it’s mandyjohnson.com. Thanks for the great pictures and comments. We are a new restaurant so hopefully it will help bring people out at night.