Our Favorite Things Downtown...well, some of them

Fire Artisan Pizza- This specialty pizza spot is modern and delish. A friend introduced me to their spicy Camino pizza and it was big enough that the two of us could easily share. They have a brick oven that they fire their creations in, which is pretty cool. Even better: a giant soft-baked chocolate chip cookie for 3 bucks. Add ice cream for 2 more bucks. Also split-able.

The Falls-  Spokane has a waterfall right in its center! The local power company has built a park near downtown to accentuate some of the most beautiful views, and the bridge you can view from there has become the city’s logo. There’s also a “skyride” in little cabooses over the falls leftover from the 1970’s world fair.

Red Wagon- This giant red wagon in Riverside Park is a local landmark. The tongue doubles as a slide! Come for a picture op or reawaken your inner kid (stairs and slide are big enough for adults)! Fun fact: this is where Corwin and Sara had their first date.

Auntie’s- Local bookstore with a bit of everything for everyone, games and books included. Corwin and Sara’s second stop on their first date.

Mizuna’s- If you’re a foodie, and especially if you’re vegetarian, Mizuna’s in downtown is a must. Corwin and I treat ourselves here every now and then, and their generous platters are the benchmark for all other vegetarian vittles. They serve meat too, but we’ve been so in love with their veggies that we haven’t made it that far! It’s a little pricey, but definitely worth it.

Davenport Hotel- The Davenport is the classiest establishment in Spokane. Sara also really loves old things, so check out the old architecture and photographs when you wander into their lobby.

Boo Radley's - Giggle shop galore. This funky little shop has hilarious books and various gags and fan products that are really fun to browse through. Next door Atticus is its more classy and refined counterpart with books and coffee.

4th of July: There's a lot going on. Notice that there's an improv troupe called Blue Door performing - Corwin has performed with them and we have friends in that. Pretty cool stuff. Check it out: http://www.visitspokane.com/things-to-do/events-calendar/4th