Last week we explored the great unknown that is otherwise known as Southern Indiana. We stumbled upon a town called Columbus and though it was Sunday, and most of the shops were closed, the downtown area was very pleasant to walk around. We look forward to more family adventures to Columbus some day. Especially now that we know about this gem of a place!
As I mentioned, we were taking a nice stroll downtown and of course spying into windows of closed bakeries, boutiques, and businesses. Then all of a sudden we spot this beautiful door and notice the "open" sign. It was about dinner time, so of course we had to go in. Just look at this beautiful place!!!
I do not remember ever feeling so much like a child in awe as I did when we walked in that door! My eyes lit up, my smile stretch bigger than it has been in a long time and stuck that way, and of course I was super giddy. Josh can testify. ;)
Fisher, enjoying his first Vanilla Phosphate (not really though).
Please notice that adorable paper straw!
My little hometown had an old-fashioned soda fountain in the drug store when I was a kiddo. I spent nearly every day of my childhood summers there, sipping on vanilla phosphates, and slurping down lime freezes. I recently learned that the fountain was removed and I think a little piece of my love for Wellsville died, I literally pooched my lip and stomped my foot when I heard the news.
After we ordered our food and I exclaimed for the gazillionth time, "I LOVE THIS PLACE," I had another childhood flashback. For awhile it was a family tradition around Christmas time to go to the Martin City Melodrama, where not only were the shows hilarious and they had saw dust on the floors, but they served Green Rivers! Oh dear, how I love them!
The Artisan Grilled Cheese with Avocado
This was hands down the best sandwich I have ever sunk my teeth into! Provolone cheese, fresh tomato slices, and tons of avocado fused together between two pieces of Parmesan crusted bread. You know that crunchy goodness that happens when you bake nachos and some of the cheese falls onto the pan? Yes, that is what the outside of this sandwich tasted like. Aaaamazing!
Josh's burger & fries.
Upon being interviewed, Josh said, "I've only ever had a burger with better quality meat at one other place, The Paddock, in Eureka." So there you have it, if you are familiar with The Paddock, then hopefully you know what he's talking about. :)
Apple Crumb Pie a la mode
Typically when we finish a meal out, I'm not up for dessert. However, Josh usually is (he has enough sweet tooth for the both of us). This day was no different. He ordered this delish concoction and as usual, I ended up "tasting" it. Aka-I ate half of it because it was SO good! Imagine the gooey-est apple crisp + a flaky pie crust + a huge scoop of homemade vanilla ice cream on top. Yumtastic!
My boys. :) Fisher loved all the lights, music, and people. But especially his daddy-time. :)
Conclusion: If you ever find yourself wandering around Southern Indiana on a Sunday afternoon, drop into Zaharakos and enjoy!
Grace and Peace,
T
luv it! I really wanna go now! superb descriptions as well Tiff!
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