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Treebeards | Houston, Texas

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Free Chobani at Work

Whenever there’s no free breakfast at work we have yogurts and bars and poptarts to pick from. I usually go for the Chobani yogurt but that could only mean one thing …

2018 | 214/365 | Treebeards | Houston, Texas | Chicken Fried Chicken

[2018] 214/365: Delicious Comfort Food

… I’m usually starving before lunchtime and I chow down on some almonds that I have stashed at my desk. I was extremely happy that I was invited to go to lunch at Treebeards with Noah and Prisila.

I have found my favorite lunch place near work. I mean I don’t know if it’s my favorite but it sure is one of the best things that I’ve eaten here. It is southern comfort food and I ordered the chicken fried chicken, gravy on the side, with green beans and mashed potatoes. It came with a roll which had butter sandwiched in between and I even ordered a yellow cake with chocolate frosting for my coworker whose birthday is this weekend.

We ate, we had laughter, and soon it was back to work. Having that break was actually pretty nice. It made work go by a little bit faster and soon enough I was on my way home.

Tomorrow is date night with Scruffy and I cannot wait! We will be attacking one of the Houston Restaurant Week restaurants!

Me, Myself, and Kindle

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Wetzel Pretzel Jalapeno Dog

After work I ran MANY errands. I haven’t had so much time to myself in such a long time. But truthfully, once I’m out, I rather stay out because once I’m home, I never want to leave. I picked up a Wetzel Pretzel Jalapeno Dog once I got to the mall. I’ve always wanted to get one and eat it while I shopped and I finally did. Someone, please tell me where I can buy a bulk of that dog. It was SO juicy and delicious.

2018 | 194/365 | The Pho Shack | Sugar Land, Texas | Kindle

[2018] 194/365: Alone Time with My Kindle

After my errands and shopping, my stomach was ready for a full meal. It’s been a while since I sat down in a public place, ate and read a book because I’m all alone. I actually enjoy it a lot. I went through one and a half chapters. So so nice and I had a lot leftover, per usual when I eat pho.

Churrasco's | Sugar Land, Texas

Later in the evening, Scruffy and I went to Churrasco’s. He just got some dental work done so he had to opt for soup. Luckily his other side worked and he was able to chew on some of my meal and more. I have so much leftover as well. Now I have two meals to finish.

Tomorrow’s going to be a long day but I’m excited to see little Peyton!

Date Night with Scruffy

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Peli Deli | Houston, Texas

Work has been AMAZING since I now hang out with nineteen year olds. I’m not even kidding. I went to lunch with the three of them to Peli Deli today.

Peli Deli | Houston, Texas | Curry Chicken Plate and Wings

Natalia and I’s meals of their wings and curry chicken with Mac and cheese and mushrooms. Everything was delicious. I wished a Peli Peli was close by since they have better options but this satisfied me enough.

Gyu-Kaku Japanese Barbecue Restaurant | Houston, Texas

After work Scruffy and I met up for dinner at Gyu-Kaku Japanese Barbecue Restaurant.

Gyu-Kaku Japanese Barbecue Restaurant | Houston, Texas | A La Carte Style

It’s basically Korean Barbecue but with different cuts of meat and flavour. We ordered two different types of meat then a lunch menu with three different other types of meat that came with a salad and miso soup. We upgraded to the garlic rice and added zucchini and mushrooms and beef tounge.

Gyu-Kaku Japanese Barbecue Restaurant | Houston, Texas | This Grill Is On Fire

Burn, baby, burn. The only complaint was that their fire burned on one side and left the other flameless so things cooked unevenly. Scruffy was a trooper and I didn’t have to cook much this time. Instead, he served me which made me feel like a queen.

Gyu-Kaku Japanese Barbecue Restaurant | Houston, Texas | Beef Tounge

My favourite was the beef tounge. My goodness. I can’t even describe just how amazing it was. It’s really rare for me to find beef tounge, not that I’m always in search of it, but when I see it, usually when it’s grill your own, I’m always down.

2018 | 192/365 | Gyu-Kaku Japanese Barbecue Restaurant | Houston, Texas | Lady M's Green Tea Millie Crepe with Ice Cream

Lady M’s Green Tea Millie Crepe with Ice Cream | $10

[2018] 192/365: Lady M’s

This has been a very popular dessert as long as I can remember. So popular that Brudda got it shipped from New York for SIL’s 30th birthday celebration in Dallas so I just had to try it when I saw it on the menu. Scruffy’s not that big of a fan with matcha but he actually tried it and ate two bites before he called it quits. I on the other hand, though delicious, did not think it was worth the $10 price tag but glad I finally got to cross that off the list.

Astros vs Athletics | World Series Championship Replica Ring

The Astros vs Athletics tickets I won from work a few weeks ago was finally used tonight. Club seats, which made me feel very fancy. To top it off we received replicas of the World Series Championship rings. It was very heavy and sparkly.

Astros vs Athletics | Free Pluckers

Although the game wasn’t that great, upon exiting we received free Pluckers. Ain’t no complaining here. Now we just have to find a time to go.

It’s been a fabulous day of eating and just spending time with Scruffy outside of our houses where we eat somewhere new and do an activity.

Now it’s time to get ready for bed. Night, y’all!

Family Day in Waco, Texas

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Uber Eats Breakfast Tacos

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

George's Restaurant and Catering | Waco, Texas

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.

George's Restaurant and Catering | Waco, Texas | Food

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.

Dr Pepper Museum | Waco, Texas

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.

Dr Pepper Museum | Waco, Texas | Complimentary Drink

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

Legends Thai Cuisine & Kung Fu Tea | Plano, Texas

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 | Rockets vs Warriors | Game 6

[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

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Part IV

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2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Hash House A Go Go | Plano, Texas

We were able to sleep in today, thank goodness! We were all so tired. We started out meeting Joanna, Jasmine, John, Katie, and Sarah at Hash House A Go Go for breakfast.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Hash House A Go Go | Plano, Texas | Food

We all ordered different things and shared so that we got a little of everything. These portions were hella big. I didn’t think anything was too special as it seems to be regular Texas like breakfast.

2018 | 106/365 | 2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | BelVita at the Allen Premium Outlets

We then went back to Brudda and SIL’s house for a bit before heading to Allen Premium Outlets. We (mostly Wilson and Mei Mei) shopped for HOURS and even skipped lunch so I was thankful to find old BelVita crackers in my purse to munch on. We called it quits leaving behind, John, Joanna, Jasmine, Katie, Wilson, Mei Mei, and Peggy. The rest of us headed back to Brudda and SIL’s for some small lunch.

2018 | 106/365 | 2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Rise No1 | Dallas, Texas

Sometime later, we headed out to Rise N°1.

2018 | 106/365 | 2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Rise No.1 | Dallas, Texas | Scrabble Pieces

I thought it was kind of cute that they had this on the table when we walked in. My cousin booked the table so it had her name on it.

2018 | 106/365 | 2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Rise No.1 | Dallas, Texas | Plates

Their plates were so adorable, I wished I could have taken some home! It even has “rise” imprinted on them.

2018 | 106/365 | 2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Rise No.1 | Dallas, Texas | Bread and Knife

We got complimentary bread and butter. I loved their little cutting board knife duo. They even sell them by the front door but since I’m not a big bread eater, it would have gone to waste if I bought one. Great idea though!

2018 | 106/365 | 2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Rise No.1 | Dallas, Texas | Savory Souffles

Wilson, Mei Mei, SIL, and I shared our souffles, Escargot, Crab Cake, Crawfish, and Truffle Mushrooms. The best one was the escargot.

2018 | 106/365 | 2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Rise No.1 | Dallas, Texas | Sweet Souffles

Then we shared our desserts of Pistachio, Chocolate, Grand Marnier, and Raspberry. Our favourite was a clear winner amongst the whole table: Pistachio.

Would I come back here? Probably not. It was just carbs and air we were eating. Nothing substantial but it was nice to experience it. The service was amazing though.

2018 | 106/365 | 2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Rise No.1 | Dallas, Texas | Abalone

When we got home everyone seemed to be snacking. I guess I wasn’t the only one who wasn’t full! Brudda served an abalone each to himself and I. It was delicious and much filling than the dinner.

Tomorrow is going to be another long day so I’ll be hitting the hay now. Night, y’all!

Hash House A Go Go
1900 Preston Road, Plano, Texas 75093  |  (972) 867-4646  |  Website  |  Yelp
Rise N°1
5360 W Lovers Ln, Dallas, Texas 75209  |  (214) 366-9900  |  Website  |  Yelp