Food, food, food

This morning we had a crystallized-ginger scone and coffee at Evolution, the new bakery/cafe in the center of Florence (in the space formerly occupied by Amelie-Louise Bakery Cafe, just behind the Texaco, and, importantly, a block from our house). Evolution is owned by the folks who used to own Fire and Water, which was evidently a legendary cafe/performance space in Northampton. They've done a great job of warming up what was a fairly stark if striking space. The scone was solid, though I have to admit I think the crystallized-ginger scones I happened to make this morning had a better texture.

And last night I had takeout from Chef Wayne's Big Mamou in downtown Springfield. Wow! That's some good Cajun food in a very friendly space.