#19 Macrame

 My 50 by 50 challenge isn't just about new restaurants and trips.  I also want to try new things.  An ad for a cute little macrame rainbow kept showing up in my Facebook feed, so I thought that might be something fun to try.  I knew what macrame looked like, I just didn't know the actual definition.  Apparently is a method of crafting a textile that uses several knots to form the basic shape and function of the piece.  I would say the rainbow I made is the simplest form of macrame.  Knots are a defining characteristic and while I did have to tie a few knots, they were pretty simple.  It was a relaxing activity and I ended up with a cute little rainbow for the bookshelf in my reading room.  I don't think I'll become a macrame expert, but it is a craft I might add to list of things to do from time to time.

#18 Frida's Tacos

Fridays in the summer means time for adventures!  In this case, it's trying out a new to me taco place in West Dallas, Frida's Tacos.  It's a gem of a place on Singleton with a fun atmosphere and great food.

I had the quesabirria tacos, complete with consume.  A little messy, but oh, so good!  The handmade tortillas were filled with tender, juicy beef and melted cheese.  You can't get any more heavenly than that. Add in a cup of elote and a Victoria and you've got the perfect Friday lunch.  Just for good measure, I grabbed a couple of tacos (beef & chicken fajita) and agua horchata to go. 

Not only was the food delicious, but the atmosphere was festive, super fun and laidback.