Upon taking a late lunch this afternoon, I walked over to the Fleur de Lis Bakery. They know my name at the bakery because I’m in there so often. I like to think my enthusiasm about the restaurant sent customers their way. Today, I opted for the roast turkey sandwich and a basil lemonade. From the first sip of the lemonade, I was hooked. It’s good stuff and tastes like summer in a cup. (I’m always trying to capture “summer” in some kind of food or drink…)

On my walk back to the office — sandwich and lemonade in tow — I thought, “I’m going to miss this place.” You see, in September, a job change will take me to a new neighborhood with new-to-me food options. It’s exciting, if only because I will be able to find a new favorite to rave about to friends and co-workers alike. At the same time, it means starting from the beginning on becoming a regular.

In the meantime, I’m doing my best to revisit places in the Hollywood area. Sure, I can always pop in on the weekends, but it’s not the same.