SECOND SATURDAY
Fall & Winter with the Evans Family My husband’s job is to wine and dine. OK, that’s not included in his official job description, but it’s slowly become a primary function of his role. As a medical marketer, he’s tasked with meeting doctors and physicians while closing deals over a warm, medium rare steak. Chrystian, our sweet 4-year-old daughter, and I can always count on Daddy Chris to introduce us to the latest family-friendly restaurants. Dinner with the Evans crew usually includes warm bread at Moni’s Pasta and Pizza, drinks with close friends at Frida Southwest and family gatherings at Cheever’s Cafe. Living in Deer Creek offers my family quick access to the turnpike with entertainment, shops and good food at every exit. Our Saturday morning routines are quite simple: roll out of bed, reach for the phone and join the digital wait list for Hatch or Neighborhood JAM . We’re a family of foodies and brunch is always a top priority. JAM has something for everyone. When I’m on the occasional diet, I reach for the avocado toast. It’s soft, delicate and full of flavor. While at Hatch, our entire table fights for the last tumbler. These crispy hash browns aren’t your mom’s recipe. They’re loaded with bacon and cheese and served with a side of smoked cheddar hollandaise. Pre-COVID, my daughter’s favorite hang- out spot was Bubba Play Indoor Playzone, especially perfect on cold days. I am over 6 feet tall so my playtime usually includes a loud “have fun, baby” while sitting. But Bubba Play encourages parents to join the fun. Chrystian and I climb, jump into ball pits and breeze down huge slides that raise our smiles in the wind. Bubba Play is for the active parent and child and will completely change your idea of quality time with the kiddos. No matter where our day takes us, it’s comforting to know that we’ll always have the three of us to enjoy great laughs over great food. Lance Evans, director of communications for Variety Care, husband Chris and 4-year- old daughter Chrystian are foodies who love trying new-to-them eats and family fun in the metro.
12-3 p.m.
There’s something new to do every visit! Visit okcontemp.org for this month’s themes and free tickets! • Art projects • Art demos • Performances • Tasty treats and more! FREE family-friendly art event
ABOVE: THE EVANS FAMILY. PHOTO BY ABI RUTH. BELOW: CHRYSTIAN EAGERLY AWAITS BRUNCH AT HATCH.
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