Food, food, and more food

While east coasters were bracing for Irene this weekend, I was trying to squeeze in as much time outdoors as possible to enjoy the amazing weather (and free time before the fall teaching schedule kicks in). My Aunt Sandy was in town for a little break from the sweltering temperatures in Texas and we spent Friday afternoon eating our way through the neighborhood. We went to Gene's Sausage Shop for a giant pretzel on their lovely rooftop, sampled some caramels at Amy's Candy Bar, ate lunch at City Provisions, took a walk along the lakefront, and ended the afternoon with a slice of pie from First Slice Pie Cafe.