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Coco

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EStar Buffet | Katy, Texas

The day started out with an Asian buffet. We finished eating pretty quickly since there only so much we could eat. I was sad the crawfish was much more horrible than ever but overall everything was good.

2018 | 231/365 | CoCo

[2018] 231/365: Coco the Movie

Scruffy and I finally watched Coco. I’ve heard so many great things about it but never had the chance to sit down to watch it but I’m glad we did. It reminds me a lot a out my Grandma’s beliefs and we are Asian!

Los Cucos Caldo De Res

Scruffy ordered his usual Chimichanga from Los Cucos and I decided to try their Caldo de Res. I’ve been in a soup mood that I even meal prepped soup!

Their soup isn’t as clean and clear as what I’m used to having with Caldo de Res but it was still delicious. I couldn’t even finish half of what they gave me!

Scruffy has long gone home with Luna and Rizzo. Tomorrow’s a new day of work and I cannot wait to see them all again in a few days.

Dumplings Bringing Back Memories

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2018 | 198/365 | Doozo Dumplings | Houston, Texas

[2018] 198/365: Memories

Ever since my return to downtown I’ve been searching for this dumpling place where my old mentor would take me once in a while and we would talk about life back in 2007. And today as I went with the kids to lunch at Doozo Dumplings, it hit me that I’ve found it. I cannot begin to tell you how happy I was that I was still here and that there was still so many customers till this day. I cannot wait to come back again and eat there dumplings. This is by far the best dumplings in downtown near work that I could find.

Ice Cream Party at Work

Later in the day there was an ice cream social at work to celebrate summer and since it was National Ice Cream Day on Sunday. They had vendors there with BlueBell ice cream with choices of a few flavors and many toppings to choose from. I opted for cookies and cream and lots of sprinkles and mini m&ms. I added the whipped cream, chocolate syrup and cherries for the picture and gladly gave those up to may coworker once I snapped my shot.

One Tree Hill and Rowing

Upon arriving home I got on my room machine and rowed while watching One Tree Hill. This is one of my favorite shows and wished I have someone to rewatch it with to share the tears I cry because this show gets me right in the feels.

Tiger Noodle House | Katy, Texas | Xiao Long Bao Fail

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Tiger Noodle House | Katy, Texas | Xiao Long Bao and Shrimp Eggroll

Scruffy came over today after work and we went to Tiger Noodle House for dinner. I’ve been here before but my whole family wasn’t a big fan. I decided to come since they have xiao long bao and I haven’t had a good one since I was in Taiwan at Ding Tai Fung. Let’s just say, this does not even compare. No soup in the dumplings, the folds for that nice chew wasn’t there either. The ginger was sliced too thick and the black vinegar tasted off. The shrimp egg rolls aren’t the best either. Overall, I’m still disappointed at this place and have decided I won’t be back until they get their act together. Everyone who reviewed and loved this place hasn’t had a real xiao long bao, you’re in for a surprise when you do one day because this wasn’t it!

2018 | 187/365 | Bulgogi Fries

[2018] 187/365: Bulgogi Fries

We went to grab some bulgogi fries just to satisfy my fried potato hunger. It hit the spot. We went home and spent time with Mum where we played three rounds of Sequence (I won!) and Scruffy and I played LIFE! (I won, too!).

Now he’s playing his golf app game while I blog but I’m heading off and we’re going to spend time watching telly until we fall asleep.

2018 Dad’s Birthday

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Hong Kong Cafe Macaroni Breakfast

We took a group picture before heading back to Houston. Scruffy and I stopped by Hong Kong Cafe, ordering takeout. While we were waiting for our food, we stopped by the sushi place next door and enjoyed a few pieces. Once we got our food, we stopped by Eck Bakery and picked up a dozen of egg tarts for Dad. When we got home, we ate our foods then showered, waiting for Sissy and BIL to arrive.

Tasty Ko | Katy, Texas | Dad's 2018 Birthday

We played San Juan, a new board game Scruffy got him. We all enjoyed it and then ended up going to Tasty Ko for Dad’s (and Scruffy’s) birthday dinner. I was surprised that we cleared out EVERYTHING. Only less than a handful of meat was left!

2018 | 154/365 | Dad's 2018 Birthday

[2018] 154/365: Dad’s Birthday

We then went home, cut the cake and Dad opened his presents before Sissy, BIL, Scruffy, and Luna left back to their own homes.

I’m so sleepy, I’m ready to go to bed, but not ready to go to work. I wish everyone only worked four work days with three day weekends. I feel like everyone would be much more productive.

Dad’s Early Birthday Celebration

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Lunch at Joanna and Kiran's New House

Today has been an equally busy day. We started out going to the neighborhood pool for some splish and splash. Emmy did wonderfully without any tears for the hour we were there.

We then showered, got ready, and picked up food from Lucky City to bring and eat at Joanna and Kiran’s new place! And to meet the new addition!

Brudda forgot his phone was in his pocket before going in the pool and so we all headed to Costco for his new one and the mall for a new screen protector.

JT5 Restaurant Hot Pot & Grill | Plano, Texas

We were able to relax for a short while before heading out for dinner at JT5 Restaurant Hot Pot & Grill with SIL’s parents. It was also for Dad’s early birthday celebration.

I can’t speak for the Korean barbecue aspect since we didn’t get that but this easily jumped to a top favourite hot pot place. Especially because we were able to make our own sauces at the sauce bar.

The only complaint I have is that they don’t look at the order sheets and give you more or less of what you actually ordered.

2018 | 147/365 | Dad's Birthday Ice Cream Cake

[2018] 147/365: Dad’s Early Birthday Celebration

We stopped by 85 Degree Bakery to pick up some breakfast for tomorrow morning before all going back to the house to cut the ice cream cake we got earlier.

Tomorrow we head home. I cannot wait to see Rizzo! Scruffy has been taking care of him and sending me little snaps and updates which is never enough, obviously.