Sundaze

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Sundays or "Sundaze," as I like to call it, emanate a simplistic and laid back mood. People are smiling at strangers, willing to make small talk for the heck of it, and actually driving courteously! I cannot tell you how many people have let me into their lane today-an obviously rare occurrence during the other 6 days of the week. Yes, Sundays seem to put people into cruise-mode, and I love it.

Mom and I had to pick up a painting in Kailua so we decided to try a new spot called Cactus, a light an open spot on Kailua Road serving Latin, Cuban, Mexican and Puerto Rican cuisine. Let me just tell you, WE ARE IN LOVE. 

The picture to the left is a shot of what I ordered at Cactus. It's their "Big-Bellied" Empanadas-homemade pastries stuffed with braised beef, potatoes and spices. Served on the side are fresh local greens and a local tomato and ginger salsa. I could order 4 of these! Mom had the Cubano, which I recommend to everyone. We are definitely going back.

Then we decided to shop around the area and found this coffee spot called ChadLou's next to Olive Boutique. I ordered the iced lavender and green tea latte, which was swerved in a mason jar with the tea bag still in---steeping. Definitely a must-try. Their coffee is amazing as well, and the atmosphere a surprising treat of serenity and hipness. A truly perfect place to catch up with an old friend and also get some creative juices flowing. DEFINITELY going back.

What a perfect Sunday it has been so far. Now, mom and I are cooking up some dinner for my dad who is enjoying a beer from the 30-rack of Budlight I gifted him for his special day. Everyone is Sundazing indeed.

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