CASSIS

Let’s Talk ” Cassis”

Location: This restaurant is in downtown area of St. Petersburg, FL on Beach Dr. ; it’s pretty close the pier. There is paid metered street parking right in front of the restaurant and valet parking in the evening.

Service: It was the Rock-Star team monthly meet-up. One of us was already at the restaurant and had a table reserved. Once two of us walked into the restaurant, we were seated at the table to join our friend. The experience was terrific; our server was so experienced with the menu choices, they do not serve hot chocolate, but our server made me one of the best hot chocolates I’ve had in a long time.

Food: We met up for brunch, and I did not eat; I was hungry and ready to order. The menu reminded me of Dutch and French St. Maarten. The European influences were genuinely present. I ordered the Chorizo Sausage Benedict (homemade biscuit, avocado, smoked paprika hollandaise) and a side of Brioche French Toast (honey mascarpone, banana, fresh strawberries). My two other friends ordered the Four Cheese and Bacon Omelet and Three Eggs Your Way, with a side of the Roasted Red Bliss Potatoes. Overall, my tummy was complete, and my heart was whole. That says it all!

Ambience:   The ambiance is a flare of European signature all over. The place screams sophistication and clean-cut modern. I love everything about the place. You can find your way to the bakery right next to the restaurant, which we did after brunch. The restaurant offers outside seating with a beautiful bay view, and the museum is right down the street. There is also a private area for hosting your special events. I will be back! Great for brunch, lunch, or a romantic dinner.

Price: $$

A Dash of Encouragement: A Dash of Encouragement: Where do I start? Earlier I mentioned the Rock Star team; now, what does that mean. We were a team of three. We were hired to help support schools in our county. We supported those schools and each other tremendously and became like a work family. We had one year together, and oh man, did we need each other on so many levels. After one year, we went into different departments to continue working in our education system. We were each other’s rock when we felt like giving up. So you see, you may be hired to do one thing and end up simultaneously needing and being the blessing. I love the saying we are blessed to be a blessing. We prayed for each other, cried, and encouraged each other while supporting others. Now isn’t that amazing! The Rock Star team means each person brought their gifts and talents to support others, and we ended up using those same gifts and skills to help and be a rock for our team. I challenge you; how could you be a blessing simultaneously? 

A DASH OF LIFE, LAUGHTER & LAUGH