Saturday was spent mostly settling in to the house and exploring the immediate neighborhood. It's the typical "flats" (i.e. Not the hills part of Berkeley) hodgepodge of architecture. Some Spanish-themed, some craftsman type, some ugly, unremarkable apartment buildings that have acquired personality via their expressive inhabitants. Loving the exuberant bougainvillea around the house which is lovely and comfortable.
Acme Bakery Is only a block Away. Little hole in the wall with sign so you have to be in the know to find it, but that doesnt seem to be a problem - there was quite a line when we visited mid-day. We had a lovely sit in the outdoor garden of the Laila Cafe while waiting for the house to be ready. Later we had some really good Mexican food at Casa Latina. No liquor license sadly, but the food made up for it. Might be the best tamales I've ever had. Linda sampled the panaderia (bakery) part of the establishment afterward we'll be going back I suspect.
