Photo of the Day: Springtime

Spring has sprung in West Philadelphia!

Photo of the Day: Illegal?

“No Human is Illegal” found on the Brooklyn Bridge. This is a true statement.

Photo of the Day: Full

Photo of the Day: Detroit Rising

Detroit Rising…someday soon

Taste of Toronto: Guu Izakaya

Guu Izakaya has to be one of the most fun restaurants I’ve been to in recent years. Upon entering the staff pauses for a moment to welcome everyone at the top of their lungs. Once seated, the Korean inspired menu took ahold of my attention. The meal started with a smooth shochu sweet potato vodka.

Shochu Sweet Potato vodka at Guu Izakaya

We essentially ordered half of the menu to try so I will let you feast your eyes on the dishes!

Chicken Skin taco

BBQ pork and Tempura Prawns

Beef Short Ribs and Bibimbap

Needless to say, I left feeling full and happy and of course the staff all yelled their goodbyes as we exited the restaurant.

Photo of the Day: Detroit

The skyline of Detroit, MI from Belle Isle Park as the sun sets behind the clouds.

Photo of the Day: Michigan State House

The state house of Michigan located in Lansing.

Taste of Ann Arbor: Jerusalem Garden

There is a quaint spot located near the campus of the University of Michigan in A2 (Ann Arbor for those of us not familiar with the Michigan lingo) that serves a great Mediterranean inspired cuisine at a very affordable price.

Jerusalem Garden in Ann Arbor, MI

Jerusalem Garden hit the right notes with a shawarma plate served with a robust hummus and well seasoned tahini salad.

Chicken shawarma plate served over hummus and rice at Jerusalem Garden

While this was not my favorite shawarma ever, that title still goes to L’As du Fallafel in Paris-my mouth is watering just thinking about it, this meal satisfied my shawarma craving. The delicious baklava and camel statues didn’t hurt either!

Jerusalem Garden in Ann Arbor, MI

Project365: El Anatsui

My friend Leslie and I visited the art museum on the University of Michigan’s campus and happened upon this wonderful exhibition of El Anatsui’s works. He is originally from Ghana, but currently lives in Nigeria, and he creates art from found materials. Check him out here: El Anatsui

Project365: Snow Preparation

The scene outside of apartments at Michigan State University’s Spartan Village with school provided snow shovels. Be prepared!