Panara

Well, hubby had his first Why Catholic? class last night, and I spent the evening at Panara (National, near St. Louis.) I've said it before, and I'll say it again. I LOVE Panara's tomato soup in a bread bowl, which is what I had last night along with their tomato and parmesan panini. I had liked the panini before, but it just didn't taste right, last night. It seemed like there were fewer tomatoes, and it was just a bit on the burnt side. Not enough cheese, either. The tomato soup, however, was fantastic, as usual. I love being able to sit by the fireplace with my laptop, enjoying  the free wi-fi, and really enjoying my dinner instead of rushing  through it.   Is it really any wonder why we invade this place every November for NaNoWriMo?   $-$$