Saturdays are my favorite...as you all know. What you might not know is most Saturdays I choose to go into work for a few hours to provide students with extra academic support. I love the yummy and exciting life I live, but I have to pay the bills somehow.
This particular Saturday, I met Mer downtown in Soho after work. She's been name dropping Jack's Wife Freda for months, so finally we decided to go.
Jack's Wife Freda is a quaint trendy restaurant with a menu full of Mediterranean faire. The place was packed when we arrived, but we opted to cozy into two seats at their small bar.
I loved the individualized branding, even on the sugar...gave the place a really personal touch.
We both went for salad options. Mer noshed on the Greek Salad with a side of Grilled Haloumi.
Haloumi is a dense greek cheese that many substitute for meat. Jack's Wife Freda did a beautiful job with the Haloumi, adding in a sweet touch with red and green grapes.
I enjoyed the Tuna Salad. With no mayo, the tuna is mixed with avocado, tomato, onion and balsamic over a bed of arugula.
What's brunch without some Rose?!
The bill came with this fun little postcard. I decided to fill it out then and there.
Next, we made a quick stop at Saturdays for a latte and espresso. The soho location has an awesome outside space. It is such a fun place to people watch and even buy a gnarly gift for the surfer in your life.
Finally, it was necessary to get a few shots in front of this incredible mural by artist Maya Hayuk on Houston & Broadway. I'm no model, but this backdrop helped inspire me to strike a pose.
(Jeans: Victoria's Secret / Lace top: Joe Fresh / Jacket: Forever21 / Sunglasses: Kate Spade)
(Sweatshirt: H&M / Bag: J.Crew / Sunglasses: Acne Studios / Shoes: Aldo)
