My Nirvana, Our Nugget Market
Dear
Polite Traveler,
Nugget Market
has been voted as one of the top 100 best places to work. I would not know it
if I hadn’t read it. Nevertheless, what I do know is that
everyone seems to enjoy the day, every day. And
they are eager to help their guests find exactly what we want.
Note:
Follow CDC and county guidelines when visiting.
Always wear your face mask when in public.
A Girl Must Have Her Rituals
I
have a ritual. Actually, I have many. However,
this particular ritual involves a weekly visit
to Nugget. Every Sunday my husband and I will stop in for coffee and a pastry. It is
typically terribly busy, even early in the morning. After all, they make the
best croissants this side of France.
Note:
During the pandemic, self-serve coffee bars are not available.
No
one seems to mind that I must absolutely mix my coffee at their self-serve
coffee bar. I
liken it to a well-tuned orchestra. When
an orchestra is comprised of just the right instruments and players it can
bring tears to the eyes—in a good way. Mine
is always perfect.
Of
course, the pastries are superb as well. Still,
I choose the chocolate croissant for eating there and at least one more for
home to munch on the following week. They taste as if they were flown in that
very morning from Paris. I thank the friendly and ever helpful
bakery and beverage staff on each visit. They are the best.
What Goes into My Basket?
Now
that I have my coffee, and pastry secured in my basket, it is time to search
for the perfect cheese for tonight. Typically,
the cheesemonger is slicing rounds of cheese into consumer-sized packages. I
won’t miss an opportunity for a sample and to learn
more about each cheese.
The
entire staff trains constantly and works tirelessly to ensure that they can
answer all questions. So, if I decided that I didn’t want a cheese plate for
dinner, there are many options of freshly cooked items to choose from as well. The choices
are endless and scrumptious. The butternut squash ravioli
is my daughter’s favorite.
However,
what about the wine for dinner? Nugget’s well-trained wine stewards can
navigate and simplify what seems to be a daunting task of choosing just the
right wine. After
all, the wine department is vast. They make the visit even more rewarding with
their knowledge and courteous assistance.
Coffee & Friends
If
I am lucky enough to have some free time during the week, I will spend it
visiting early in the morning. On one visit, I sat with my
coffee at one of their tables near the coffee kiosk. A man
came through with a broom to clean and apologized for being in my way. Now,
that is great manners.
As I sipped, I noticed men in suits and retired ladies gabbing next to those
who clearly define Davis—Birkenstocks, loose-fitting jeans or sweats, and a
thoughtful look on their faces all waiting to order their coffee. I just
had to smile at the thought of belonging to such a diverse and yet stimulating
blend of people.
Note:
During the pandemic, there is no indoor seating. It’s best to sit at their tables outside.
Thank
you to those who brighten our day. Thank
you to everyone at Nugget.
Hotel Room Review
of Hilton Garden Inn Downtown Davis
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