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Eight years ago I walked in the door for the first time.

Trying Trifecto, August 3, 2018

Last night I was there to celebrate their eighth birthday.



I got a little distracted at first, though. I really love the Clarksville Commons outdoor space.



I’m not sure I’ve ever noticed this bucket chain downspout before. 



If you know what kind of a flowering tree/bush this is, I’d love to know.



Outdoor seating for diners! I’m a fan.


Solar panel installation that looks like a sculpture.



You can’t tell from my photo but there are twinkly fairy lights 
strung up in the second level where Bushel and a Peck is located. 



Dang. I forgot to bring something to feed the Little Free Library 


It’s easy to find a place to sit and take a look at the nearby art pieces.


The musicians were getting set up for their Friday night gig on the Plaza.



It was time to go in for dinner.


My friend had picked out one of Trifecto’s signature grilled cheese offerings and it looked so good that I just walked up to the counter and described what it looked like to the clerk. She easily identified it as the Caprese. I went back to our table and chatted for a bit until they called my name and I came to collect it.

It was heavenly. 

While we were having dinner Trifecto co-owner Elias Castillo stopped by our table with his two daughters. All were wearing matching birthday tiaras for the occasion. (The girls were wearing matching blue dresses.) I realized later that both very likely were born since Trifecto opened eight years ago. They’ve never known a world without “Daddy’s business” and the bustling food community that is the Common Kitchen.

Regular readers will know that I haven’t had much of a social life lately. What a joy it was last night to enjoy a summer evening with a friend - - and get caught up on the last four months - - over delicious food in a friendly space. 

We even received some birthday treats.




Today marks the 14th time that Trifecto has appeared on the blog. There’s just something about them that keeps me coming back and that motivates me to share their goodness with others. 

I’m glad that they are a part of the Columbia/HoCo food community.


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