Ballpark Reviews, Ballparks, Baseball, Travel

Ballpark Review: Progressive Field (Cleveland Guardians)

Progressive Field, formerly known as Jacobs Field or affectionately “The Jake,” has been home to the Cleveland Guardians since 1994. This retro-modern ballpark blends striking architecture, like its signature white vertical lights and open views of the Cleveland skyline, with an authentic local vibe that sets it apart. The energy in the stadium was electric during our visit – helped by $1 hot dogs, a Cardinals matchup, and the always-entertaining Hot Dog Derby. What stood out most were the impressive local concessions (some of the best we’ve seen in any park), the heritage-rich Hall of Fame, and the thoughtfully designed Kids Zone. This was our first time in Cleveland, and we were pleasantly surprised by how much there was to do nearby. From the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame to the vibrant Flats, bustling East 4th Street, and a solid lineup of craft breweries, the area around Progressive Field makes for a fun and flavorful baseball getaway.

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Kaldi's Cupping Room
Coffee, Food

Kaldi’s Coffee Roastery Tour & Cupping Experience

Kaldi’s Coffee has been my favorite St. Louis-area coffee roaster since I moved here in 2009, back when I was first getting into coffee. But as my love for coffee has grown over the years, so has my appreciation for Kaldi’s and their mastery of the craft.

I’ve always wanted to visit the Kaldi’s Roastery and do a cupping and tour, which they do on Friday afternoons. Though they were put on hold for a couple of years due to the pandemic, I finally was able to attend one in February 2023. It was even more fantastic than I had imagined.

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3D Prints, Christmas, Decorations, Projects

🌴 Tropical Christmas – Seas and Greetings

Seas and Greetings from the Midwest! We may live in landlocked St. Louis, but that didn’t stop us from diving into a coastal Christmas theme this year. After installing a swim spa, we decided to bring the beach vibes home for the holidays. Turquoise (my favorite color!) set the tone, and we decked the halls with every shade of blue—plus a festive splash of sea creatures to make our holiday feel like a seaside escape!

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3D Prints, Cosplay, Decorations, Events / Parties, Projects

LOTR: The Rings of Power Watch Party

We had an incredible time hosting our Rings of Power Season 2 premiere watch party! From epic décor that brought Middle-earth to life, to a ring toss game worthy of Sauron himself, every detail was crafted with love (and a bit of 3D printing magic). Guests feasted on Lembas bread, a decadent smoking Ring of Power cake, and a full spread of “Taters, Precious” topped with “Meat’s Back on the Menu, Boys,” “Weathertop Crispy Bacon,” and “Pippin’s Peppers.” Drinks flowed with Misty Mountain mead, “They Come in Pints?” beer, and smoky Mtn Dewm cocktails.

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