7 Good Things

1. The Big Breakfast Burrito from El Cafecito (2462 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield) is absolutely delicious. A flour tortilla is filled with potatoes, eggs, beans, guacamole, cheese and carnitas then rolled up and grilled to perfection. Oh, and the hot sauce packs a kick!

2. We were so excited to see choo chee on the menu at Thai Square (307 S. National Ave., Springfield). This aromatic curry is packed with comforting and vibrant flavors. You pick the protein; we ordered it with chicken.

3. Recently we tried the Shrimp-Stuffed Poblano from Catrina’s Modern Mexican (2925 E. Battlefield Road, Springfield) and were impressed! It’s a whole poblano pepper stuffed with huge shrimp, mushrooms, zucchini and Monterey cheese, and topped with guajillo crema. It’s not breaded like a chili relleno, and it comes with charro beans on the side.

4. For a treat, order a loaf of the Peaches & Cream Sweet Bread from Neighbor’s Mill (1435 E. Independence St., Springfield). It’s so tender and crumbly and yummy—like a giant loaf-shaped muffin filled with summer fruit.

5. Don’t sleep on the Cheesy Bread from Maso Pizza Bar (3653 E. Sunshine St., Springfield). It’s simple but really delish. Excellent crust (the same as their pizza) is topped with lots of cheese and a hefty dose of garlic with super-fresh marinara for dipping that had a nice, bright flavor.

6. The Hanami Dango from Lucky Cat Boba Tea & Taiyaki (3424 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield) is a tiny little delight. Three fresh and tender little balls of mochi are served on a stick for the perfect just-a-little-bit-sweet snack.

7. During a company visit to Volleyball Beach Ozark (1198 State Highway NN, Ozark), we indulged in the BBQ Chicken Pizza. It was a sweet-and-savory bite with a crust that could be spiced up with the addition of jalapeños.