STEPH DEROSA: NIGHT OF WINE AND CHOICES >>>

It was only a matter of time before the KAke’s artistic skin rubbed off on me.  Last night we ventured into Tacoma’s art scene a week before Third Thursday Art Walk.  The Mad Hat Tea Company hosted a humble welcoming to all interested in catching a glimpse into locally inspired treasures.

I caught up with a featured friend (in my book, anyway) Houston S. Wimberly III. His colors drew me in, and the pieces were amazing.

Daniel Blue sold a hefty piece, well worth every penny.

I originally purchased the piece I Heart Engineers by Maureen, co-owner of the Mad Hat.  My husband is an engineer, so I asked her to explain the story.  “Oh I’ll do more than that, I’ll write it down for you,” she said.  It was a goldmine.  I pictured it framed, with the explanation next to it.  It was perfect.

Then KAke pointed out something on the next wall.  Dammit.  It was a now a choice I had to make.  What do I choose: The engineer ink, or the heart ink.  I hate decisions.  And don’t even try to tell me “both.”  Even KAke knows better than that.

I chose the heart ink.  And I love it.  My first Tacoma piece, congrats to me!

Afterward KAke suggested Over The Moon Cafe for dinner.  I had never been (besides the rampant Swarner Communications Christmas party turned gift exchange massacre next door in The Ruby Room), so that seemed like a pleasant treat to my taste buds.  “Do they have a nice pour of wine?” I asked KAke.  She replied, “If not, I’ll give you all my jewelry.”  Well, seeing as how that’s her only asset, I trusted her.

The Moon Mountain wine was strong, silky, and poured extremely smooth.  I had the salmon: perfectly cooked with just a perfect amount of sweetness.  KAke noted the sage chicken as one of the best things she’s tasted.

The wine flowed all night, and the night was grand.  I can’t wait for next Thursday’s Art Walk, where I’ll be viewing some of Chris Sharp’s work at the UWT.  Hope to see you guys there!