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| - Have you ever moved somewhere and then looked around at the surrounding communities and wished that you had selected the next street over? Or the next town, closer to work, etc.? I've been very fortunate since arriving in Arizona. Phoenix, AZ 85018 has always been my neighborhood.
My ex picked a condo near 36th and Camelback 6 years ago. Then I lived in a funky, cool condo community near Campbell and 44th. And now I reside within a minute walk of La Grande Orange Grocery (pronounce it LGO, much easier) and the original Postino Wine Cafe. I purchased my home 3 years ago because of the community, the location, the possibilities of what the lot/home had to offer AND because of LGO. The idea to have my business located here, Space Massage Studio, came about after living here for a year or so. That's another story for another time.
I appreciate the uniqueness that La Grande Orange offers to the neighborhood. When radio Milano was open (now the Arcadia Room), it was my favorite for noshing because of it's ambiance, service and location.
It's amusing to hear/read of so many people that drive here from Glendale, Chandler or even Scottsdale and are frustrated that they cannot find a parking spot, on a Saturday! Really? This is a neighborhood, meant for biking & walking. LGO is not a mall. I will say that if you find a spot within a 2-3 minute walk away, it's worth it. Slow down, enjoy the stroll.
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