“";You Don't Have to Die to Get There"; ”

With a motto of ";You Don't have to Die to Get There"; emblazoned on coffee cups and whatnot in its gift shop next door, Blue Heaven -- at the corner of Petronia & Thomas streets -- creates its heavenly culinary magic within ramshackle blue-painted quarters reportedly once operating as a bordello. These days, extraordinary tricks are turned in the kitchen for memorable breakfasts, lunches, and dinners, while chickens scratch around in the dirt outside and in the lushly landscaped courtyard. Omelets are tasty here, especially an off-the-menu special with Vermont white cheese, avocado, and fresh tomato, topped with black bean salsa. Served alongside are slices of cantaloupe, honeydew, fresh pineapple, and strawberry, plus a thick slice of fresh-baked banana bread. Loaves can be ordered for take-out with 24 hours notice. If only we'd known.