Good things about St. Paul

Work brings me back to DT St. Paul on a regular basis for the first time in 10 years. I have a love-hate relationship with the place. But let's concentrate on the good, shall we?

1. Tanpopo Noodle House! Completely uncrowded at noon Tuesday.

2. Plainly clad denizens make me look like more of a fashion star than evah.

3. Empty streets make it easy to power-walk at lunchtime.

4. Working Windows Media player makes it possible to listen to 'FMU while I work. Now I know what all you kids are talking about. And, Santa, I need that Estron disc.

5. Steep and Brew - for the last dozen years, the friendliest coffeehouse in the Cities, no matter who's manning the foamer nozzle.

6. Great sushi at Sakura and Katsu.

7. The Four Inns - yummy home cooking that will put you in a happy food coma.

I'll think of more once I do some more prowling around DT. And chowing of couse.