Thank You, Dallas!
We’ve had a really wonderful stay in Dallas—we’ve met a great community of people, had a few days of weather in the high seventies (which offset the one day of snow) and did plenty of exploring.
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The Foundry Collective Designs in Dallas
Scott and Paul are the forces behind Foundry Collective, a Dallas-based branding and digital agency responsible for the brand identity of Emporium Pies (whose website we can’t get enough of), the Weld creative co-working space and numerous other clients
Where We’re Working: Weld in Dallas
In our travels across the country, numerous different places have served as temporary offices—hotel lobbies, coffee shops, car wash waiting rooms and outdoor lawns where we’ve found the slightest wifi connection. It’s been a nice change of scenery, but not always ideal for getting work done. The music is often loud and invasive (there’s a time and a place for top 40 hits), the tables are wobbly and there aren’t any outlets in sight. Luckily, this isn’t the case at Weld in Dallas, where we’ve spent some time working while in town.
Dallas to San Diego: The Road Ahead
We’re busy planning our next road trip—it’ll be our longest drive yet! On Sunday evening we’re departing from Dallas to make our way west to San Diego. We’re hoping to make a stop in Santa Fe, see Route 66, and perhaps make a trip up to the Grand Canyon!
Prints and Knickknacks at We Are 1976
If you need a unique screen print to hang on your bedroom wall, We Are 1976 is the place to go. If you're in the market for a new notebook, stationary set or greeting card suited for any occasion, you'll have no shortage of options to choose from. For the writing itself, they have an endless supply of pens and pencils—they're charmingly designed but also highly functional, for those of you who are as picky about your pens as we are.
Even if you're not really looking for anything, chances are you'll leave We Are 1976 with a few new trinkets that you never knew you needed but are really excited to take home. For example, we left with cards for holidays and birthdays that had yet to come, a ring with cat ears, a tin pencil case, mug for our morning tea and a wish list a mile long. (more...)
Exploring Bishop Arts
We’ve made our way through much of Dallas, but keep returning to the Bishop Arts District. It quickly became our favorite neighborhood in the city!
Views of the City
Driving under the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge in our Ford Escape—amazing view of the Dallas skyline.
Dude, Sweet Chocolate
We’ve tried a lot of sweets, but before taking a trip to Dude, Sweet Chocolate in the Bishop Arts District, we had never ever heard of chocolate salami. The name, in terms of appearance, is perfectly accurate for describing the rich treat. It truly looks like a slab of meat, but is a creamy fudge with hints of date and fig, dotted with cocoa nibs.
Next Stop: San Diego!
We have a long drive ahead of us next week but can't wait to hit the road to California, caravanning with our bus and Ford Escape! We'll be announcing our San Diego itinerary soon, but in the meantime, mark your calendars for Saturday, February 2nd.
We're teaming up with our friends from Invisible Children and local vendors for the Common Good Market! Join us that day from 11am-4pm to browse local goods and eat delicious locally-made food. More details on San Diego to come! (more...)
Stash Design, Chicken Scratch and The Foundry
There seems to be no shortage of fried chicken in Texas (or fried food in general). It appears on nearly every menu, from fast food restaurants, to upscale spots serving it on decorative China.
At Chicken Scratch and the attached bar, The Foundry, they keep things simple and casual. From the menu items to the utensils and lighting, they avoid doing anything in excess. Designed by Stash Design, the three acre lot that the restaurant, bar and patio occupy is kept as eco-friendly as possible. (more...)