Last night Studly Doright and I had dinner at The Garlic, a popular Italian restaurant in New Smyrna Beach. The ambiance was fun, and old world funky. The food was excellent. Truth is, I was so wrapped up in the dining experience that I neglected to take any pictures. Thank goodness for Pinterest.
We had it on good advice to arrive early. Since the weather was cold, most everyone wanted indoor dining. Studly Doright and I were fortunate to get the last remaining indoor table, and we were there at 4:30.
After dinner we drove a block or so to Norwood’s, a seafood place that boasts a treehouse bar.
We climbed the stairs from The Roots Bar on the lower level into this wonderful treehouse atmosphere.
We topped off our sumptuous meal from The Garlic with drinks and desserts at Norwood’s. I had some insanely delicious pumpkin spice cheesecake along with the specially crafted martini above. I asked what the martini was called and the bartender shrugged. “I made it just for you and the dessert you chose.” One word: Perfection.
Studly enjoyed a brownie and water. Good thing, too. I couldn’t have driven back to our accommodations after that drink.
I’d love to visit both restaurants again on a warmer evening. The outdoor seating at both places looked inviting, but not on such a cold day. Now we’re home and I heated up a can of Gardein Chick’n Noodle soup for dinner. I wonder what martini might’ve been perfect with it?
Peace, people.
Praying for Eyebrowz 
Looks fabulous x
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It was!
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As long as you didn’t spot Tarzan swinging around among the branches you were probably okay. The drink looks delicious.
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The drink was so good. Tarzan might’ve been a big hit.
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How wonderful! ❤
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Thanks!
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Looks so cool!
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It was so cool. I could only imagine how much cooler it could have been if the weather had been nice.
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Memorable
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Thank you. It was a lovely day topped off with great good.
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Food.
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Probably any martini strong enough to make you overlook the fact that it’s canned soup. 🙂
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Ha! I really love this particular soup. It’s a vegan Chick’n and Noodle made by Gardein. Seasoned perfectly.
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This sounds like my kind of evening!! I love the photos – the places look fabulous! That drink….oh my!!! In PCB at the Grand Marlin the Pama Cosmo is the best drink I ever had. I am not one for pomegranate anything, but the liqueur in this drink put it over the top. I am going back in November and I can’t wait!
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Ooh! I’ll have to try that next time we’re in PCB!
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How lovely! I am actually in Florida right now, Clearwater, and have seen no treehouse bars. I think your martini should be called The Leslie!
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😂
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