b Jockamo’s Upper Crust Pizza (5646 E. Washington St.)./b This place is always yummy. Alli highly recommends eating the soft breadsticks and nacho cheese dipping sauce. My favorite: the cheese pizza with ricotta. The simple ricotta twist makes it truly delicious.

b Creation Cafe (Buggs Temple, 337 W. 11th St.)./b A great place to sit back and enjoy the Downtown skyline. Alli loves to dine on the patio and watch the gondolas and paddleboats. The food is excellent and suits patrons of all ages. The kids’ menu offers typical fare — but it’s far tastier.

b Ellenberger Park Farmers Market (5301 E. St. Clair St.)./b This outdoor market offers a fantastic variety of fresh produce. Alli and Avery recommend munching on the guacamole and chips as you stroll. I like the fact that Alli can pick out locally grown produce for our family’s dinners and snacks.

b Lazy Daze Coffee House (10 S. Johnson Ave.)./b This cozy little coffeehouse is tucked away on a small street in Irvington. On a hot summer day, it’s also an ideal place to grab some ice cream, sit on the outside deck and listen to a free concert.