Louise lives a peaceful life on an island with her boyfriend, Joachim. But one summer day, her world is turned upside down when a stranger claims that she is actually Helene Söderberg — a Danish woman who vanished without a trace three years earlier.
Q-tips say: Yes, we did enjoy it. Some twists turned this into a nice mystery thriller. As we learn more about her and why a gentleman is pursuing her it all comes out. We learn she’s suffered from amnesia and that she’s not who she claims to be.
9/5/26 – 5425 University Pkwy University Park, FL 34201 -(941) 355-4116 – carrabbas.com
Both Q’s began with: their Old Fashion on Happy Hour Menu. ITALIAN OLD FASHIONED – Maker’s Mark Bourbon,
Disaronno Amaretto, Orange, and a Cherry.
Mrs. Q had: Chicken Soup. Chicken Marsala & mashed potatoes.
The Mr. had: spicy Lentil Soup. Pork Chop & sides: mashed potatoes & Pasta w/ meat sauce.
Mrs. Q says: good service/drinks/food.
Based on a remarkable true story, ORDINARY ANGELS centers on Sharon Steves (Hilary Swank), a fierce but struggling hairdresser in small-town Kentucky who discovers a renewed sense of purpose when she meets Ed Schmitt (Alan Ritchson), a widower working hard to make ends meet for his two daughters. With his youngest daughter waiting for a liver transplant, Sharon sets her mind to helping the family and will move mountains to do it. What unfolds is the inspiring tale of faith, everyday miracles, and ordinary angels.
Q-tips say: Yes, watch it. Ordinary Angels is a really touching movie. It tells a true story about a woman who steps in to help a struggling family when they need it most. Liked how real and simple it feels,nothing over the top, just genuine acts of kindness and hope.
9/4/26 – Had a lovely evening but the best part was socializing with neighbors from the hood, Nancy & Roger.
Roger had: An Old Fashion & the Mahi – fish special of the day.
Nancy had: Cosmo & Prime Rib dinner – a special of the day.
Mrs. Q had: An Old Fashion & A Cosmo. Had: Soup of the day & 1/2 of Corned Beef Sandwich & side of Onion Rings.
Mr. Q had: Perfect Manhattan & a glass of wine & Soup of the day & 1/2 of Corned Beef Sandwich & side of Chips & ranch dressing for dipping the Chips.
STONEWOOD – 5415 University Pkwy., Sarasota, FL 34276, (941) 355-3315
stonewoodgrill.com
Q-tips say: Go & enjoy!
We shared the Pretzels.
Mr. Q had: Perfect Manhattan & Clam Chowder & Buffalo Shrimp.
Mrs. Q had: An Old Fashion & Buffalo Shrimp.
French Onion Soup
www.calorestaurant.com – 5343 N. Clark St. Chicago, IL
9/1/26 – Valentina‘s drinks at Calo’s are the best restaurant drinks around.
Had another wonderful visit & fun time at Calo’s with long, time friends: John, Wayne & Marge.
An early BD celebration for Birthday Baby, John.
We shared the Bread.
John had: Couple of his favorite drinks & BBQ baby Back Ribs & mashed potatoes.
Wayne & Marge had: Each had: Wine & shared a pizza.
Mrs. Q: had: an Old Fashion & Tito’s Cosmo. The other half had: Perfect Manhattan & Wine
Mr. Q had: a cup of soup – Pasta Vesule Soup. Mrs. Q had: Pasta Vesule Soup.
Q’s shared: BBQ baby Back Ribs & potatoes.
5661 N Clark St., (312) 973-0462, littlemadridtapascafe.com
8/31/26 – Mrs. Q says: “Maid Day” – (“Clean, laundry, etc”.) means “No Cooking Day.” Off to Little Madrid for din-din.
Nice place. They now have a “surge charge” if you use a credit card instead of paying with cash.
Yes, they do have a “Happy Hour.”
We began with glasses of prosecco.
Gambas Al Ajillo – Shrimp cooked in EVOO, fresh garlic/parsley.
Tabla de Embutidos – Spanish charcuterie board with Spanish olives and almonds, jamón serrano, Spanish chorizo, salchichón. Served with almonds .
Albondigas -Spanish meatballs, Castellana sauce & a side of chips. Anchovies & olives.
Delicious Dessert: Churros & Chocolate – they make their own delicious chocolate.
Enjoyed the small plates & sharing.
Tabla de Embutidos
1111 W Granville Ave Chicago, (773) 465-1616, ginosnorth.net
Last week: Once again, the sign on the door stating: – Mon. Tues. Weds., Thurs., Fri., opening at 5:00 instead of regular hours. Why don’t they post this on the website.
8/27/26 –
Mrs. Q had: An Old Fashion & a Cosmo.
Mr. Q had: A Perfect Manhattan & glass of wine.
We shared: Salad & Philly Cheese Steak Sandwich & side of chips & ranch dressing to dip the chips.
8/24/26 – Persian/Mediterranean cuisine –
5335 N Sheridan Rd.
topolipersian.com (773) 564-9080
Had a great evening with friend, Ginger.
Ginger had: brought a bottle of wine & had: Chicken Breast Kabob – Charbroiled boneless chicken breast cubes marinated with olive oil and herbs, served over basmati dill rice.
Q-tips shared: each had: Diet Coke & shared: Vegetarian Lentil Soup & Lamb Kabob – Tender grilled Montana lamb served with grilled vegetables and basmati white rice.
There is a $4.00 corkage fee & sharing fee.
Parking: use the Breakers self-park garage, enter under the awning at the main building entrance, take a ticket, and park on the lower level, then ride the elevator up and bring your ticket in to be validated.
MAS ALLA DEL SOL -5848 N Broadway St., Chicago, IL 60660, (773) 654-1900, masalladelsolrestaurant.com
8/20/26 – Life is good!
We began dinner by sharing the Complimentary Salsa– Guacamole & sauce.
Mas Alla del Sol – The Q’s shared: Lamb Shank w/side delicious corn mashed potatoes/salad.
Mr. Q had: a Margarita. Mrs. Q had: A Margarita.
Mrs. Q says: MAS ALLA DEL SOL is NOT your local Taco Bell. Food and drinks are decent. A tad over -priced but worth every penny. Street parking. Street parking is FREE on Sun.
Complimentary Salsa sauce &
we order a side of guacamole.
