We ran into this man - how cool is he? He was perched right outside of the Puma store that to our surprise, featured one of our favorite artist, Kehinde Wiley. His most noted art features beautiful portraits of black men and women with colorful graphic wallpaper backgrounds. 
We did finally eat at one of my favorite places in the city - Despana. Great Spanish cuisine and an awesome environment. The only thing missing was my friend Tony - with a smile, he once suggested my now favorite manchego cheese and spicy chorizo. He then slipped me his number on a card - hmm, smooth, like manchego - I liked it!
Going into Despana, Cameo realized how close we were to Central Market Street and suggested that we go after lunch. I of course got excited because all I heard was market and thought that we were going to shop. Over lunch I mentioned a show that I saw on Bravo called 9 by Design. Cami's face lit up as she explained that Central Market Street is where their house is located. Apparently the fabulous Novogratz duo designed most of the block - I LOVE this couple! To live life with unbridled creativity and take smart risks is such a rush - whether it works or not, you tried. In their case, it is definitely working!
This place was right across the street - must go back for drinks with friends! I took this photo because of the of the Police station building that is reflected in the shot. The dome was mimicked in the rooftop dome on the Novogratz's building. Splendid architecture and it was converted into condo's years ago.
I did get my shopping in and so did Cami ... 
The day ended at Trader Joe's on 14th street - it was insanely crowded! I love the store though and where else could you find red sunflowers!
