Breakfast in Seattle

I know my last post was about staying at the Bed and Breakfast so why am I going out for breakfast? I realize it was not a practical thing for me to arrange these accommodations for my stay in Seattle since BREAKFAST IS MY FAVORITE MEAL TO EAT OUT IN SEATTLE! So, I had only a little snack of coffee and banana bread at the B & B and then Lauren walked over from her house to check out my digs. We have so many favorite breakfast restaurants in Seattle, I can't even begin to name them all, but I'll try - Julia's, Eggcetera (Blue Star Cafe), Dahlia's, the Sunflower, Bagel Oasis…and so many more. Today, we went to the Volunteer Park Cafe and Marketplace.

Lauren had heard about this place because they use eggs from their backyard chickens and grow a lot of their own fresh veggies and herbs.

And it was only a few block's from Mildred's. Perfect. So we walked on over to try out this neighborhood eatery.

In Seattle, you can get bold, rich coffee at places other Starbuck's which I really like and Volunteer Park Cafe was no exception. Presentation is always impressive in this city.

I got their granola which came with plain, greek yogurt with a drizzle of honey, fresh melon and an orange current scone. It really hit the spot.

Some of their gardens are along the sidewalk on their block.

They must be promoting the book The Urban Homestead because they emphasized how it doesn't require fancy equipment to make things work.

And they even explained this with little messages next to the planter boxes.

A peek inside their backyard.

And always lots of dogs in this dog-friendly city. I love this sight wherever you go. So cute.

I'm ready to tackle the day.

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