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Day of Deliciousness

July 28, 2018 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

The Pho Shack To-Go

Scruffy, Ashy and I went over to Gordon’s to check out his house. We were out there for over an hour and our sweat was beading. We finally went and dropped Ashy off and picked up The Pho Shack for lunch at Grandma’s and Kenny’s where Sissy and BIL met us.

Fulbrook Ale Works | Richmond, Texas

Afterward Scruffy and I picked up Rizzo and headed to Fulbrook Ale Works where Sissy and BIL were already waiting. This used to be Texian Brewery which got bought out. Thank goodness because it was nasty. These beers are so much better.

After using majority of our tokens we hauled ass back to Scruffy’s because we were sweating like no other at the place. We played some board games before bidding them farewell.

2018 | 209/365 | Maharaja Bhog Vegetarian Indian Buffet

[2018] 209/365: Indian Vegetarian Buffet

Scruffy played video games while I opted for a nap before waking up to head to Maharaja Bhog for a vegetarian Indian buffet. We’ve never been here but I’ve always wanted to try this style since I was a kid seeing it on the telly.

It was a fun experience and we were surprised we both liked it. Now that we’ve tried everything there we know exactly what we liked and disliked which will make it easier for us in the future if we ever decide to come back.

We are back at his house now and he’ll most likely play some games with Blake while I shower, relax and watch my shows before bed.

Filed Under: Miscellaneous Tagged With: Breweries, Houston, Indian, Project 365, Richmond, Sugar Land, Texas, Vietnamese

Team Building at 8th Wonder Brewery

June 14, 2018 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

8th Wonder | Houston, Texas | Team Building with Beer and Pizza

Hi lovelies, I am enjoying work especially now that I don’t have to talk to the mean lady as much as I used to. Win! And it helped that I had today’s team building at 8th Wonder Brewery to look forward to. When we got there pizza was already on the tables and we all got a pint glass with three tokens. We chowed down and I met someone that speaks my language! I always get super happy when I meet people who speak in my dialect because it’s so rare.

8th Wonder | Houston, Texas | Team Building with What Do You Meme?

Soon enough I was at another table playing What Do You Meme? with new people. There were many laughs and inappropriate moments. Whoops … but they were all cool so it all worked out okay.

Eastie Boyz | Houston, Texas | Fries with Pulled Pork

One of the ladies ordered fries with pulled pork to share with everyone from the Eastie Boyz food truck. I’ve always seen it but never ordered food from there. I was pretty floored that I actually liked the pulled pork more than the fries.

2018 | 165/365 | 8th Wonder | Houston, Texas | Team Building Raffle Winner

[2018] 165/365: Team Building Winner

Every thirty minutes from five to eight, they gave out a gift bag. A few of them had Astros tickets and I won one of them!! The game is on a Wednesday … dollar hot dog night!! I was also able to snag fourteen total beer tokens that I can share with Scruffy, Sissy, and BIL next time we go. Eeep! How exciting.

It’s been a great day. A handful of us stayed until nine because we were having such great conversations. I feel better getting the chance to meet more people who I see every day but never speak to. I will have to see them next week though because I have so much overtime that I took tomorrow off. Time to relax, enjoy cuddles with Rizzo, watch TVB shows, and play with my IPad. Night everyone!

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries Tagged With: Breweries, Project 365

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Part VII

April 19, 2018 by Mellie Dee 2 Comments

We were able to sleep in again today since it was supposed to be a pretty chill day. We went to Snooze an AM Eatery for breakfast. This place has been on my list for quite some time so I was happy to try it. Sadly, it didn’t meet my expectations.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Cockrell Butterfly Center | Houston, Texas

We went to pick up Sissy where Wilson and Mei Mei were able to check out their place. Soon after, we headed to The Houston Museum of Natural Science where the Cockrell Butterfly Center was located.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Cockrell Butterfly Center | Houston, Texas | Butterfly

I was so happy to be able to put my photography skills to work. Look at my awesome shots! They came out better than I thought. This is without editing!! A few landed on us and we’d squeal with happiness.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Liberty Kitchen | Houston, Texas

We then headed to lunch at Liberty Kitchen.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Liberty Kitchen | Houston, Texas | Food

This was the best seafood place I’ve been to in a long while. Everything (except the chicken wings) were delicious! And they were nice enough to notice we were new and gave us two dishes for free, one which we knew costs at least $20+ bucks! That’s how you gain a loyal customer. Mum already wants to come back!

2018 | 109/365 | 2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | We Love Houston Sign

[2018] 109/365: We Heart Houston

We stopped by Jacky’s work where he has a downtown view. Since I used to work in the building next to his, it wasn’t anything special for me but was nice to still go up. June met us up there and we headed towards 8th Wonder Brewery where this I LOVE HOUSTON sign is located right outside. We took some quick shots before heading in.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | 8th Wonder Brewery | Houston, Texas | Flight of Beers

Since we were running a bit late, BIL and Scruffy were already there drinking. We ordered a few beers and even got a flight! How cute! We all had some good laughs and sweet conversations sitting in the wonderful weather.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | 8th Wonder Brewery | Houston, Texas | Beatles Statue

For some reason, no one knew why the Beatles statues were there but were thankful we had another picture taking opportunity.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Xochi | Houston, Texas

After some drinking, we all headed to Xochi.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Xochi | Houston, Texas | Entrees and Desserts

We ordered so much food and desserts. I’m not truly full but was happy to be able to get a little bit of everything since we did a family type meal. Overall it was a great experience but I’m not sure if I’ll come back here since the prices are crazy.

Tomorrow is Wilson and Mei Mei’s last day here. I’m hoping I can go and hang out with them before their flight at night. Until then, it’s sleepy time for me and shower in the morning because I cannot function right now. Bye!

Snooze, an AM Eatery
600 W Sam Houston Pkwy N, Houston, Texas 77024  |  (713) 470-4586  |  Website  |  Yelp
Cockrell Butterfly Center
5555 Herman Park Dr, Houston, Texas 77030  |  (713) 639-4629  |  Website  |  Yelp
Liberty Kitchen & Oyster Bar
1050 Studewood St, Houston, Texas 77008  |  (713) 802-0533  |  Website  |  Yelp
8th Wonder Brewery
2202 Dallas St, Houston, Texas 77003  |  (713) 229-0868  |  Website  |  Yelp
Xochi
1777 Walker St, Houston, Texas 77010  |  (713) 400-3330  |  Website  |  Yelp

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries, Travel Tagged With: Breakfast and Brunch, Breweries, Houston, Mexican and Tex-Mex, Seafood, Sightseeing, Texas

2018 San Antonio Trip for Our 2nd Dating Anniversary | Day 2

April 7, 2018 by Mellie Dee 2 Comments

2018 San Antonio Trip | Alamo Beer | San Antonio, Texas | Beer Flight

Scruffy woke up pretty early but since I slept late, I didn’t wake up until almost eleven and by that time, it was time for lunch soooo, we headed over to Alamo Beer and shared a flight.

2018 San Antonio Trip | So. Tex BBQ | San Antonio, Texas

They had a food truck set up outside, SO. Tex BBQ.

2018 San Antonio Trip | So. Tex BBQ | San Antonio, Texas | BBQ Sandwich, Sausage Wrap, Pico de Gallo

He ordered a pork sandwich and I ordered a sausage wrap. Hands down, best sausage I’ve had. Scruffy attest that any sausage with a natural casing is my favourite. I just love that crunch, or snap, as Scruffy would say.

2018 San Antonio Trip | The Pearl | San Antonio, Texas

Afterward, we headed over to The Pearl. It’s an area that I’ve done a brisk walk before when I came for dinner but never really took it in.

2018 San Antonio Trip | The Twig Book Shop | San Antonio, Texas

We walked into a lot of random places but The Twig Book Shop needs to be mentioned. Scruffy isn’t a book reader so I was surprised when he walked up to the cash register with one to purchase. The pages have short facts in them and apparently pleases him to know he won’t have to read something page to page like a novel.

2018 San Antonio Trip | Bottling Department | San Antonio, Texas

He grabbed a beer from Bottling Department and we were able to take it anywhere on the property. All we had to do was recycle. How cool is that?!

2018 San Antonio Trip | The Pearl | San Antonio, Texas | Scenery

And how gorgeous is this?! I wanted to get a close up picture but it was super cold and Scruffy wasn’t having it. Getting this picture still made me happy enough to let it go.

2018 San Antonio Trip | Hotel Emma | San Antonio, Texas

I was finally able to go to Hotel Emma. It is so beautiful inside and historic. We tried to take many selfies while we were in there but I didn’t like much of them of myself.

2018 San Antonio Trip | Scruffy

Here’s my love standing outside. We aren’t too sure what this is for but I liked the design.

2018 San Antonio Trip | Brew's Lee Tea Station | San Antonio, Texas | Milk Tea with Pearls and Glowing Tea

We stopped by Brew’s Lee Tea Station where I was able to finally get a dual drink! I’ve always wanted to try this place since I see a lot of my friends posting about it. Sadly the milk tea with pearls and glowing tea wasn’t anything to rave about. I will say everything was way too sweet and I felt I was getting into a diabetic shock. Spoiler alert: the glowing tea is tangerine.

2018 San Antonio Trip | For The Kids Dance Marathon at UTSA

We stopped by my old stomping grounds and visited the For The Kids Dance Marathon at UTSA. I will say it was a little awkward showing up but I figured since I was in town, it only made sense. We hauled ass out of there though. Later in the night, we found out they raised $50000 or so which isn’t too bad.

2018 San Antonio Trip | Reds, Whites, & Brews Restaurant | San Antonio, Texas

After leaving, we went to Reds, Whites & Brews Restaurant.

2018 San Antonio Trip | Reds, Whites, & Brews Restaurant | San Antonio, Texas | Red Wine, Baked Brie with Jalapeno Jam

We ordered a Malbec and chomped on some baked brie and jalapeno jam. The garlic herb butter they served with the bread was the bomb. We literally spread that on the bottom of the bread before slathering on the brie and jam combo. Omg … go try that out!

2018 San Antonio Trip | Bush's Chicken | San Antonio, Texas

We were heading back to the hotel but Scruffy saw Bush’s Chicken and just HAD to have it.

2018 San Antonio Trip | Bush's Chicken | San Antonio, Texas | Chicken

Let’s just say he was a bit disappointed. We saved the rest later that night after a night of drinking and hanging out with friends so, not much complaint, but not much to rave about.

2018 San Antonio Trip | Cover 3 | San Antonio, Texas

Patricia was nice enough to come pick us up and we headed to Cover 3 where we met up with Amy and Jackie.

2018 San Antonio Trip | Cover 3 | San Antonio, Texas | Dos-a-rita

I started off with a dos-a-rita, that’s not what they called it but that’s what I’m calling it. I felt wayyyyyyy good after that if you know what I mean.

2018 San Antonio Trip | Cover 3 | San Antonio, Texas | Margarita Flatbread

Scruffy got the Margarita Flatbread which was a hit for him. He loved it so much and says it’s the best flatbread he’s ever had. I’ll have to agree.

2018 San Antonio Trip | Cover 3 | San Antonio, Texas | Chicken Fried NY Strip

He wanted to try the Chicken Fried NY Strip as well so I got that and it was equally as delicious. The potatoes were …. omg. Just anything slathered with garlic is a hit for me lately. #vampiresbackoff

2018 | 097/365 | 2018 San Antonio Trip | Patricia, Amy, & Mellie Dee

[2018] 097/365: Love These Gals

These girls. I don’t see or talk to them often but when I do, it’s always a ball. I love them so much and am always glad to have them in my life and that we are able to pick up right where we left off.

After we bid our farewells, Patricia was nice enough to drop us off and even come to our room and hang out with us. We talked about so many random things and it brings back college memories. I miss having these days with any and all of my friends so I definitely appreciated this a lot.

So many memories have been gained from taking this trip and I cannot wait for more.

Alamo Beer
202 Lamar Street, San Antonio, Texas 78202  |  (210) 872-5589  |  Website  |  Yelp
Pearl Historic District
San Antonio, Texas 78006  |  Website  |  Yelp
The Twig Book Shop
306 Pearl Parkway, San Antonio, Texas 78215  |  (210) 826-6411  |  Website  |  Yelp
Bottling Department
312 Pearl Parkway, San Antonio, Texas 78215  |  (210) 564-9140  |  Website  |  Yelp
Hotel Emma
136 E Grayson, San Antonio, Texas 78215  |  (210) 448-8300  |  Website  |  Yelp
Brew’s Lee Tea
4009 Broadway Street, San Antonio, Texas 78209  |  (210) 598-0068  |  Website  |  Yelp
Reds, Whites and Brews Restaurant
15614 Huebner Road, San Antonio, Texas 78248  |  (210) 493-7599  |  Website  |  Yelp
Bush’s Chicken
10603 Huebner Road, San Antonio, Texas 78240  |  (210) 267-2033  |  Website  |  Yelp
Cover 3
1806 NW Loop 1604, San Antonio, Texas 78248  |  (210) 479-9700  |  Website  |  Yelp

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries, Travel Tagged With: American, Barbecue, Bars and Pubs, Breweries, Coffee and Tea, Fast Food, Project 365, San Antonio, Sightseeing, Texas, Wine Bars

Drinks and Board Games

March 31, 2018 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

Moon Tower Inn | Houston, Texas

Scruffy and I started out the day heading over to Sissy and BILs. We had plans with the two of them and Timothy. Drinks and board games. We started off at Moon Tower Inn.

Moon Tower Inn | Houston, Texas | Cheech Big Body Burgers

Cheech Big Body Burgers [chevre, poblano, thick bacon, and sambal mayo] | $9.99

Scruffy and BIL both got this burger. I wasn’t too big of a fan of it since the poblanos gave it a weird flavour.

Moon Tower Inn | Houston, Texas | Chong Big Body Burgers

Chong Big Body Burgers [sunnyside egg, thick bacon, cheddar, creole mustard and housemade bread and butter picked japs] | $9.99

I did like my burger more since the yolk made it much juicier and the pickled jalapenos made it a word of difference.

Sigma Brewing Company | Houston, Texas

After that, we headed over to Sigma Brewing Company.

Sigma Brewing Company | Houston, Texas | Flights

Scruffy and BIL both got flights but the rest of us weren’t too down for any more beers. They both concluded that the beers were not great and that they won’t be coming back.

We went back to Sissy and BIL’s house where we played more board games before leaving for Gordon’s Birthday dinner.

2018 | 090/365 | Gordon's Birthday Dinner

[2018] 090/365:

We had the dinner at Crown Seafood Restaurant where the tables were filled with too much food. After much talking and hanging out we all went back to our own homes.

Scruffy went back to his own house so I get Luna all to myself. 😀

Moon Tower Inn
3004 Canal Street, Houston, Texas 77003  |  Website  |  Yelp
Sigma Brewing Company
3118 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, Texas 77003  |  (346) 352-3190  |  Website  |  Yelp
Crown Seafood Restaurant
10796 Bellaire Blvd, Houston, Texas 77072  |  (281) 575-1768  |  Website  |  Yelp

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries Tagged With: Bars and Pubs, Breweries, Chinese, Houston, Texas

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