Eateries & Drinkeries

Family Day in Waco, Texas

May 26, 2018 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

Sissy and I ordered breakfast tacos through Uber Eats while everyone ate kolaches Mum brought up from Houston.

After Emmy had her socializing class, we all headed to Waco. We had plans to check out Magnolia Table but due to the long wait, we headed to George’s Restaurant & Catering instead.

Dad and I shared our foods while Sissy and I shared our drink. The food wasn’t bad. I would opt out of getting the corn though. That was our least favourite.

We then headed to the Dr Pepper Museum since Mum is their “biggest fan”. She even ordered it with her lunch, per usual. The museum, though small, was a bit fun. I liked that they had some interactive things for the viewers to take a part of.

We all got complimentary drinks. I went with the Sunkist. I drank a couple sips before Mum downed the rest.

We were going to stop by somewhere else too but decided to head back to Dallas. Sissy, SIL, and I played with Emmy while Brudda, Mum, and Dad went to Walmart and then picked up foods from Kung Fu Tea and Legends Thai Cuisine. This is one of the best Thai places I’ve had in America. It’s spicy and they give you so much for your buck!

[2018] 146/365: Game 6 Rockets vs Warriors

Though I’m extremely happy we had an amazing day with the family, my happiest was when I realized I finally get to watch the Rockets game. I haven’t been able to see any since I don’t have cable. Sadly, they are losing right now. Come on, Rockets, push on through!! Sigh …

George’s Restaurant & Catering
1925 Speight Ave, Waco, Texas 76706 | (254) 753-1421 | Website | Yelp

Dr Pepper Museum
300 S 5th St, Waco, Texas 76701 | (254) 757-1024 | Website | Yelp

Legends Thai Cuisine
2001 Coit Rd, Plano, Texas 75075 | (469) 467-8188 | Website | Yelp

Kung Fu Tea
2001 Coit Rd, Plano, Texas 75075 | (214) 501-3458 | Website | Yelp

Ono Poke | Houston, Texas

May 22, 2018 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

Work hard, play hard. Or in my case, eat hard. Scruffy picked me up for lunch and we went to Ono Poke.

I wonder how long the fish has been sitting out in their bar. It’s kind of cool to see them prep our bowls though.

[2018] 142/365: Lunch Date with Scruffy

I got the Classic Ahi (adding seaweed salad, masago, and avocado) and Scruffy got the Spicy Salmon and Tuna. It was very delicious but we got sick of eating the same flavour and was happy we had each other’s to pick at. It would be pretty cool if they had a split bowl like boba places have split cups. Can I patent that?

Ono Poke
607 Richmond Ave, Houston, Texas 77006 | (832) 831-9453 | Website | Yelp

Belated Birthday Dinner

May 19, 2018 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

We’re obsessed with Kura Revolving Sushi Bar. Okay, maybe I’m obsessed and he just comes with me. I just really love the revolving bar and throwing those plates in! And since it’s so close to 85 Bakery, I’m always able to grab some goodies to go.

We went and returned my things from Loft and stopped and picked up a Taro Milk Tea from Dulce Tapioca, Scruffy’s favourite bubble tea place.

We went home and were lazy couch potatoes before heading out to grab drinks at World of Beer.

[2018] 139/365: Grimaldi’s Belated Birthday Celebration

We then met up with Mallory, JJ, and John for a belated birthday dinner of Grimaldi’s. It was delicious but way overpriced. I still believe Blaze has the best pizzas and you get to put as many toppings as you like for the same price.

At the end of the meal, I shared my free Nothing Bundt Cake and JJ was in love. He scarfed it all down! I gave the rest to them to take home and Mallory told me John ate it all right after they got home. haha

Mother’s Day Brunch & Birthday Date with Scruffy

May 13, 2018 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

Brunch for Mother’s Day at Peli Peli. They even had a deal that each mama dining in gets a $25 gift card. How sweet!!

The food here is to DIE for. I loved everything that went in my mouth. My recommendations are the Cape Town Skillet (#1 favourite), the bobotie, the roasted potatoes, and the Chilean sea bass (the Brussels sprouts are perfection!).

While we were in the restaurant, Scruffy spotted Mallory, John, and JJ walking around outside. I made a call and met them outside. I’m so happy I got to see them on my birthday!! Every time I see JJ, he gives me the stink eye look and I feel a minute later, he recognises who I am and is all giggly and smiling. He was so intrigued by the leaves and kept bending over to touch them.

After brunch, Brudda, SIL, and Emmy packed up on their way back home. Mum, Scruffy, BIL, and I played a few rounds of Deception in Hong Kong, a board game before Sissy and BIL left back to their own homes. Scruffy and I headed out to celebrate some birthday festivities. We started out at Starbucks to get my free birthday drink, but I decided to use that tomorrow before work instead and opted for the smallest green tea frap.

We then made our way to Dave & Buster’s. We walked around the area, walking into Rocket Fizz to check out their candies. We didn’t end up buying anything but it was nice to go into the air-conditioned store since it was so hot out.

[2018] 133/365: Dave & Buster’s Birthday Fun

We finally made it to Dave & Buster’s. I’m not too certain how long we were there and although it is a “waste” of money, it was nice to make those memories with him. I’m a kid at heart when it comes to romance so this was perfect. We were sweating through our clothes but we charged on. I ended up with a Magnetic Stand Timer with the tickets we collected. We had 90 left over but figured we can use that next time if we somehow decide to come back.

He wanted to take me to a French restaurant but I opted to eat the pastor that’s seasoned back home and make tacos. Since we were passing by H-Mart, we stopped by to buy some groceries, just because, and ended up getting Kobe Beef slices. They are the best things ever. Super fatty, but so tender, and delicious.

I had the best time and am thankful Scruffy catered to me all weekend! Another amazing birthday in the books!

Peli Peli
23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd, Katy, Texas 77494 | (281) 257-9500 | Website | Yelp

Rocket Fizz
7620 Katy Fwy, Houston, Texas 77024 | (832) 301-3483 | Website | Yelp

Dave & Buster’s
7620 Katy Fwy, Houston, Texas 77024 | (713) 263-0303 | Website | Yelp

Early Birthday and Mother’s Day Feasts

May 12, 2018 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

Cravin Cajun for the win. Sissy and BIL treated the parents, Scruffy, and I to yet another early birthday meal of delicious crawfish and etouffee.

[2018] 132/365: Mother’s Day Dinner

We played board games and such before heading to Gordon’s for an early Mother’s Day dinner with the family.

Came home to a lovely, cute birthday card from Mallory and John.

Now everyone is sitting around playing games so I’m going to sign off. Night y’all!

George’s Restaurant & Catering 1925 Speight Ave, Waco, Texas 76706 | (254) 753-1421 | Website | Yelp

Dr Pepper Museum 300 S 5th St, Waco, Texas 76701 | (254) 757-1024 | Website | Yelp

Legends Thai Cuisine 2001 Coit Rd, Plano, Texas 75075 | (469) 467-8188 | Website | Yelp

Kung Fu Tea 2001 Coit Rd, Plano, Texas 75075 | (214) 501-3458 | Website | Yelp

Ono Poke 607 Richmond Ave, Houston, Texas 77006 | (832) 831-9453 | Website | Yelp

Peli Peli 23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd, Katy, Texas 77494 | (281) 257-9500 | Website | Yelp

Rocket Fizz 7620 Katy Fwy, Houston, Texas 77024 | (832) 301-3483 | Website | Yelp

Dave & Buster’s 7620 Katy Fwy, Houston, Texas 77024 | (713) 263-0303 | Website | Yelp