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Red Oak Grill | Katy, Texas

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Red Oak Grill | Katy, Texas

Sissy, Brudda, and Tammy were home and so on May 17th the whole family went to check out Red Oak Grill.

Red Oak Grill | Katy, Texas | Stuffed Jalapenos

Stuffed Jalapenos | $3.99

Not spicy enough and the cheese was pretty sharp and we also did away with the ranch dressing.

Red Oak Grill | Katy, Texas | Gyro

Gyro [savory beef and lamb slices with creamy Tzatziki sauce, served with Tabouleh and Hummus] | $11.89

The beef and lamb were moist but I think I went on a bad day because it was bland. But then again, I could be comparing it to Pasha’s. The hummus was nothing to rave about. But the thing that ruined the whole plate for me was the Tabbouleh due to the mint flavour. I whacked it off my plate onto my dad’s. He seemed to love it but he eats anything.

The food wasn’t appealing enough for me to come back in the future.

Red Oak Grill
2004 South Mason Road, Katy, TX  |  (281) 392-2612  |  Website  |  Yelp

Turquoise Grill | Houston, Texas

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Turquoise Grill | Houston, Texas

The day after my birthday, I had a few friends celebrate with me with dinner at Turquoise Grill and drinks afterwards.

Turquoise Grill | Houston, Texas | Olive Oil Dip

Olive Oil & Herb Mixture Dip | free

Turquoise Grill | Houston, Texas | Shepherd's Bread

Shepherd’s Bread | free

Not pictured is the Hummus [garbanzo beans pureed with tahini paste, lemon juice, and garlic] | $4.75 which was surely delicious. It was more grainy than smooth but I didn’t mind that. I shared it with everyone at the table so that I had room for the big meal.

Turquoise Grill | Houston, Texas | Adana Kebab Platter

Adana Kebab Platter [world-famous blended mixture of spicy ground beef and ground lamb tucked on a flat shish and grilled to perfection. served with our homemade lavash flat bread, bulgur pilaf and piyaz (Turkish bean salad)] | $10.95

I don’t see the bread on my dish and don’t remember having it so that’s a bummer. But this dish is definitely worth the money. The beef and lamb is very moist and soft and the whole dish is really filling.

The price is pretty high compared to Pasha’s Mediterranean Grill so I think I’d rather stick with Pasha’s, my all time favourite Greek/Mediterranean place.

Little Woodrow's | Houston, Texas | Blue Moon

We went to Little Woodrow’s afterward where Michelle bought me a mug of Blue Moon. Yum! The other mug full is hers. I believe she got XX.

Turquoise Grill
3701 Kirby Dr #160, Houston, TX  |  (713) 526-3800  |  Website  |  Yelp
Little Woodrow’s
2306 Brazos St, Houston, TX 77006  |  (713) 522-1041  |  Website  |  Yelp

Cheddar’s Casual Cafe| Katy, Texas

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On May 13th, June got off work and Brudda came down from Dallas to have a breakfast/lunch celebration at Cheddar’s before the dinner celebration of my birthday.

Cheddar's Casual Cafe| Katy, Texas | Triple Treat Sampler

Triple Treat Sampler [a combination of beef, bean, and cheese nachos plus your choice of two others: loaded potato skins, crispy chicken tenders or mozzarella cheese sticks] | $7.99.

We chose the loaded potato skins and crispy chicken tenders. The nachos could do with more jalapenos and I realized I’m not a big fan of potato skins. But overall, everything was delicious. I will be coming back for those super crunchy on the outside but juicy on the inside chicken tenders.

Cheddar's Casual Cafe| Katy, Texas | Grilled Salmon

Grilled Salmon [choose grilled, blackened or bourbon glazed salmon. Served on a bed of savory rice with two sides] | $9.99

June chose her salmon to be grilled and ordered a side of mashed potatoes and coleslaw. She liked it a lot and even offered me some and oh my goodness the mashed potatoes – so moist and fluffy.

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Shepard’s Pie [a complete meal of seasoned beef and vegetables in a savory sauce, classically topped with homemade mashed potatoes] | $7.29

I’ve never had Shepard’s pie before so I had to steal some from Brudda. I loved it and definitely want to go back to get my own dish of it. I would order more mashed potatoes on the side though because I felt there wasn’t enough.

Cheddar's Casual Cafe| Katy, Texas | Fish Tacos

Fish Tacos [hand breaded, fried, white fish in flour tortillas, with roasted corn slaw and cajun tartar sauce. Two tacos served with choice of one side. Fresh off the grill version – also available] | $6.49

I got them fresh off the grill and there was enough flavouring that I didn’t even need the sauce! The fries weren’t all that amazing though which was a total bummer.

Shepard’s pie, chicken tenders, and a whole lot of mashed potatoes please! I’ll be coming back.

Cheddar’s Casual Cafe
21150 Katy Freeway, Katy, TX 77449  |  (281) 578-0593  |  Website  |  Yelp

Yard House | San Antonio, Texas

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It’s very rare that I find people that speak my native tongue so I was excited when Nancy, Elaine, Henry, and I decided to hangout on May 4th at Yard House. It was happy hour time so everything on their Happy Hour menu was 1/2 off!!

Yard House | San Antonio, Texas | Spicy Tuna Roll

Spicy Tuna Roll [seared rare ahi, avocado, edamame, cucumber with wasabi soy sauce] | ~$6

If you’ve never had their Spicy Tuna Roll, you’re missing out! The name can be misleading because I bet you’d imagine it was wrapped in seaweed. They’d be better off calling it a Spicy Tuna Tower with the way they stack it. I’m drooling just thinking about it!

Yard House | San Antonio, Texas | Classic Sliders

Classic Sliders | ~ $5

I always heard sliders are extra fattening (delicious) than a regular burgers but I didn’t care since we were nearing the end of the school year. It was surprising that I as a fry lover wasn’t a big fan of them but as a bread hater I really liked the buns.

If they served the sliders with a side of spicy tuna roll, I think I’d be most happy. As happy as being able to spend time with lovely people.

Yard House
15900 La Cantera Parkway, San Antonio, TX  |  (210) 691-0033  |  Website  |  Yelp

Ilsong Garden | San Antonio, Texas

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Trisha and I wanted to hang out one last time before I left for the summer so on May 5th we ended up at Ilsong Garden.

Ilsong Garden | San Antonio, Texas | Galbi

Galbi [marinated beef short ribs] | $9.95

Everything paired nicely and was surprised that I didn’t get as much food as I usually do at Korean restaurants.

Ilsong Garden | San Antonio, Texas | Sides

Korean Side Dishes

I did not find their side dishes to be that fabulous compared to others.

Ilsong Garden | San Antonio, Texas | Soon Du Bu Chige

Soon Du Bu Chige [soft tofu with seafood soup] | $7.95

I had leftovers from the soup since they didn’t give me enough rice but man was it delicious.

I don’t think I’ll ever come back here again. Though the food is good, the amount of food I get for the price wasn’t great.

Sperry's

Trisha got Sperry’s for me for my birthday!! I’ve worn them practically every day for work. Thanks, boo!

Ilsong Garden
6905 Blanco Road, San Antonio, TX  |  (210) 366-4508  |  Website  |  Yelp