Winter is a time when light becomes precious. From Diwali to Hanukkah to Christmas to Kwanzaa, these fall-winter holidays incorporate light into their celebrations at a time when nature is stingy with daylight. Above, we see guests dining at Southern Lights at 2415-A Lawndale Avenue. Including the former location just off Friendly Avenue, Southern Lights has been open for twenty five years. Chef John Drees brought the restaurant to its current location, June 2010.

While we enjoy the ever-changing menu, the superb soups are perfect for a cold winter night. Their texture and consistency are melt-in-your-mouth perfect. Their featuring of local artwork is a nice touch. Presently, they are featuring the art of local artist Al Narizzano. We’re not sure if the triptych is his work; however, its muted colors enhance the supper scene. Happy Thursday!