LaScala (is) Fire!

I wanted to pause and explain my brief break from writing. I have so many places I’m excited to share with you, but between teaching and the fullness of everyday life, I realized I needed a little more time to create the kind of writing I’m proud of.

So let’s get into it! My girlfriend, Kat, lives in Medford, NJ, so we’re constantly bouncing back and forth between Jersey and Pennsylvania. Somewhere along the way, LaScala became our spot. After I hit “publish” on both of my books, this is where we came to celebrate. When friends visit, this is the place we bring them for dinner. And when I broke my ankle this past Friday, this is where we ended up, sharing dinner (and a few much-needed drinks) while we processed the day. At this point, I’m convinced there’s nothing a spicy salmon roll, a dirty martini, and a LaScala pizza can’t fix.

The kitchen has an open concept, which I love. You’ll want to sit at the main bar in the front, trust me on this. The bartenders are phenomenal, and as avid bar-sitters, we know what we’re talking about. They somehow always remember our order (not that it’s complicated), but when a place feels special to you, details like that really mean something.

On Fridays, there’s a DJ, which we prefer to enjoy from a distance. After teaching children all day, I like my peace. But if you’re in the mood for dinner and dancing, this might just be the perfect spot to unwind and enjoy the night!

If you live in the area and haven’t been here yet, consider this your sign to finally check it out. And if you’re not local? It’s still worth the drive! You cannot fake smiles like the ones pictured below!

See you there!

Date Night with Kat

Pure joy