The perfect brunch experience at Rochester Brunch House*

Sunny Sunday afternoon, we came to Rochester Brunch House in downtown Rochester, Michigan♩

Rochester Brunch House  301 Walnut Blvd. Rochester, MI 48307

Mon - Sun 8am to 3pm  Walk-Ins Only to best serve customers

It is a hip cafe located in the heart of downtown Rochester. Since I found this fashionable cafe online searching for nice places I should visit, it's been my plan to put a practice into with Collie. It was very popular as I expected when we visited (besides, it's Sunday noon!), so we needed to wait until we were called. 

I like it when Callie waits together without no irritation when I want to experience some crowded places (that seem almost food...😓) in Michigan. Walked around, we sat and chatted in the vicinity of Rochester Brunch House to kill time. It was also fun.

Fruit Mascarpone Stuffed French Toast with a choice of Blueberry

Mine is Blueberry French Toast from 'Sweet Breakfast' section of the menu. I'd already decided what to order in Japan! You can order at any time during opening hours even if it is written 'Breakfast'.

Collie offered to take a photo from where he were sitting. The perfect shot❤︎

It became a lovely memento at Rochester Brunch House with my boyfriend. 

California Omelet (ham, bacon, tomatoes, onions, avocado, Swiss cheese)

with a choice of Potatoes & Toast

There are some kinds of omelets in 'Stuffed Omelets' section of the menu. I think Collie's one was it. By the way, he didn't know this place, so it was a first visit for him, too.  Tempting potatoes... :3

One more shot by Collie😎

Pink salt bottle on the left (from his side) made a good impression on me.  "Our food is fresh and organic."  That's what it said on the website. Not only fresh, but also organic? How impressive!!!

Please see Charming Rochester Part Ⅱ about my having taken a look at this spot in advance.

I'm having a taste of Collie's (as usual).  I am happy〜〜♬  It is a routine action...😅

I was able to go to a place I had always wanted to visit. Though we had a terrace seat this time, I think it would be nice to eat indoors as well. 

How about a perfect breakfast/brunch/lunch experience at Rochester Brunch House, downtown Rochester, Michigan sometime?

Wishing you a wonderful week, Rose

Sunday Mass at St.Irenaeus Catholic Church in Rochester Hills

Every time I visit Michigan, Collie decides which church to go to depending on where we are at that time. I really appreciate it, and it's nice that we can go to any churches we wish for. This time, Collie suggested our attending Mass at St.Irenaeus Catholic Church in Rochester Hills.

St.Irenaeus Catholic Church  

771 Old Perch Rd. Rochester Hills, MI 48309

It was a sunny good day. After joining the Mass together with residents who may live near Rochester Hills, we came out.  Later, I found this picture was taken at 12:00:00pm on the dot!!!!!

Sunday is a special day of rest and reflection as we prepare for the coming week. Praying together is an ideal way to start a new week.  Lord, I want to express my gratitude for the gift that I could come to Michigan again after 5 years. You have been and will be my guidance in making decisions. You are my strength to face any challenges that may come my way. 

A Prayer for Our Sunday:

Father God, 

Thank You for this Sunday. Lord, we come before you first and foremost with hearts of gratitude. You have seen us through another week, and we stand at the threshold of a fresh week, full of new beginnings. Lord, help us start this bright embarking with You. Stir in us a deep desire to come into further relationship with You. Remind us that it is not solely by going to Sunday service that we worship and come before You; rather, it is through the daily communion with You through relationship and prayer.

+ Mass online of St.Irenaeus is here, every Sunday at 9:45am +

My new journey in Michigan has just begun!

Love of God, Rose

Collie has come back to Rochester!!

Collieが

ｷﾀ━━━(ﾟ∀ﾟ)━━━!!

Here Collie comes!!

（Desperately trying to express in English..）

Finished attending his friend's wedding, he drove back to Rochester. He told me the guys at the table with him were all single at the wedding party..😅 

Collie is my hero. I often follow him around. When I come to Michigan, I can't help but feel happy to be able to spend time with him. 

A little past 10 pm on Saturday night in Downtown Rochester. First, we went to the cocktail bar "BAUS" I suggested, but the music was unexpectedly too loud, so we decided to find another bar.

We came to Tavern. Still a little loud, but sitting at a table by the window was a solution. There is "Sumo Sushi & Seafood" restaurant across the street. I am curious... Take me to the restaurant sometime, Collie? 

City Tavern Kitchen & Bar   423 S Main St, Rochester, MI 48307

It's a pity that my draft beer was tepid. Though a glass of flat beer was unfortunate, I enjoyed a late night date with Collie. :) In Michigan, every minute with Collie is valuable because I can meet him in real life unlike in Japan.

Collie was ordering chicken & vegetables so we could take leftovers to the hotel.

Next morning...🌤

Refreshing Sunday breakfast on my favorite balcony of Royal Park Hotel♬

Chicken & vegetables from Tavern, and my pack is Michigan Pancakes from Downtown Cafe. (I still had it in the fridge..)

A late nigh date in downtown... A light breakfast feeling a crisp morning air... Various other scenes...  All are precious experiences for me. 

With sincere gratitude, Rose

A luxurious condo "Residence at Royal Park" in harmony with Royal Park Hotel

Doing things alone in Downtown Rochester seems over now. When I was almost returning to Royal Park Hotel, I noticed an another luxurious building next to it. What is this? Is it a place where the residents can normally live?

It has really a nice atmosphere! I imagine that people live here are feeling pleasant sound of the wind and the river every day... 

Checking the building on the net, I found it's a condo called Residence at Royal Park.

Right next to the building, there is a path "Rochester River Walk" that leads to Downtown Rochester. So pretty! It almost feels like you are in a resort town. I am, really.

I photograph Royal Park Hotel from the back so I remember this. I like that those 2 architectures have a harmonious image! I included 2 buildings in 1 picture to capture this sight.

I will take a nap and chill at my room of Royal Park Hotel until he comes back at night! 

Got to continue when Collie comes back, Rose😉