Date Night Last Night {Farmers Market}

Ok, actually, this was not last night, it was a couple weeks ago.  And it was during the day, not the evening.  It was a day date!  Which was equally as fun as night dates, but we're still going to call it "Date Night Last Night" for the sake of consistency.  Capiche?

There's a really cute downtown near where we live that I've always loved going to.  Husband, however, is not from this area, so he had never been to downtown Campbell.

On Sundays, they host a Farmers Market on the main strip and half of it is local fruits and veggies, and the other half is delicious food that smells so good, you can't help but eat something.  It's more of a touristy farmer's market, rather than a little one with just local produce, so it's definitely a fun event to go to.  We went towards the end because it gets really crowded, so we went as the crowds were leaving.  And now that the weather is super nice, it's the perfect way to spend a Sunday afternoon.

Sorry for the blur...

We decided to first grab something to eat, because it was hot, and when I don't have food, I can be very grumpy (I blame it on my mom's side of the family for that one!).  Therefore, our dates usually start off with food.  We ended up eating a super yummy falafel filled pita that hit the spot, found a bench to sit on, and people watched for a little bit (and asked our date night Qs to check up on each other).

We then grabbed our basket, did a little produce shopping, and enjoyed the sunny day downtown.

It was a fun afternoon and a productive date considering we got some grocery shopping done!

Dates are fun and don't always have to be dinner and a movie.  See more ideas for fun dates here.

Happy Date Night!

Tasty Tuesday {Sweet Hawaiian Banana Bread}

You guys, I kinda feel bad for not posting this recipe until now. 

I mean, this is something I grew up with.  This recipe is one that my brother and I used to split in half, and each eat one side of the pan.  In one sitting. 

It's probably the most moist and flavorful banana bread you've ever tried.  I'm not sure if it's the perfect ratio of ingredients, or if it's because it is baked evenly on a nice large pan, that makes it so moist.  Don't make it in a loaf pan, trust me, stick to the 13x9.  You won't regret it. 

You won't even need a slab of butter on it.  Or even chocolate chips.  However, if you ever decide to add chocolate chips, I won't judge you.  No one should be judged for adding a little chocolate.  I'm just saying you don't need it.

This is also something that is so simple and easy that when I started to learn how to bake, I was astonished at how easy it was for even me!  It only has a few ingredients that you probably already have on hand and all you do is mix and pour.  I mean, anyone can do that!

It's great for breakfast.  Or a snack.  Or really, any time of day.  Just try not to eat it all in one sitting because then it's sad when you crave it an hour later and it's all gone.

Thanks, mom, for another classic recipe that should never be tweaked!

Sweet Hawaiian Banana Bread

1 1/4 cup flour
1 cup sugar
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp baking soda
1 cube butter  (room temperature)
3 very ripe bananas
2 eggs

Preheat oven to 350*.  Mix all ingredients together in one large mixing bowl.  Pour into a 13x9 pan sprayed with non-stick spray.  Bake for about 20-25 minutes depending on oven ---- check after 20 minutes (in my new oven, it actually takes longer, but most ovens are around 20-25 minutes.  Just make sure the top is golden brown).  Bread is done when knife (not toothpick) inserted near center comes out clean.

Happy Tuesday, friends!