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Jollibee Experience Makes Me Wanting More

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Jollibee | Houston, Texas

Work was way too long because Noah and I had planned since the beginning of the week to get out of work early to have a meal at Jollibee!

Jollibee | Houston, Texas | Mascot

I don’t think anyone can understand just how excited I was to walk into this place. They have horrible reviews but mostly due to their service, having to wait for the chicken to fry.

I was mostly off the walls excited because during my whole college career, every Filipino person I knew that has had Jollibee praises it.

2018 | 208/365 | Jollibee | Houston, Texas | Food

[2018] 208/365: Jollibee Happiness

  • Original and Spicy Fried Chicken – spicy is the way to go so I’m glad I got six of those as opposed to the two originals. They come with gravy to dip the cluckers. I don’t care for the gravy. Next time I come I’m getting a bucket of Spicy Fried Chicken (six piece for ten dollars) … for myself.
  • Spaghetti with Hot Dog Bits – I’m pretty sure there was only two little bits of hot dog in there. Pretty ridiculous. Super sugary.
  • Hot Dog – nothing too special. I make hot dogs better than this.
  • Mashed Potatoes – they are mashed potatoes. Nothing to rave about. Not enough gravy in it so glad I had the free side of gravy to add to it.
  • Pineapple Soda – I’m not a fan of pineapples but was floored but how much I didn’t hate it. I’m sure it’s filled with sugar too.
  • Halo-Halo – we weren’t too happy about this. I actually meant to order the taro or pandan drink but failed and got this but was still excited. There was way too much crushed ice that melded into a giant ball of ice and just didn’t hit the spot for us.

They’ve been opened for a while but I’ve never had a chance to go until today so we practically ordered everything off the menu. We have to come back for the rest another day but spicy fried chicken is a must!

Total Wine | Sugar Land, Texas | Free Wine Glasses

I dropped Noah off at home and headed to Scruffy’s. We went to the new Total Wine in Sugar Land and both won free wine glasses. I’m saving them for my new house (whenever that is).

We went to PetsMart next door to get Rizzo a new bed for his cage but couldn’t find any for his tiny crate so we headed back to his house.

Sunglass Hut | New Ray Bans

If I could make another picture, picture of the day, this would be it!

We had plans to go get me new sunglasses and a dinner as date night but Ashy convinced us to stay for dinner so we decided to get my sunglasses before dinner.

My sunglasses were crushed somehow and I needed new ones due to all the driving I do from home to work now. I made a quick decision and walked out with these beauties.

Fuzzy's Tacos | Sugar Land, Texas

Scruffy was craving tacos so we snuck to a pre dinner. He ordered two tacos, one for me, and a beerita to share.

Luna and Ball

We went back to his house and had about an hour and a half until dinner. Luna slept next to me when she realized I wasn’t going to throw the ball. So cute.

Ashy's Adas

Ashy’s Adas with some okra I brought back from Brenham. It was actually super delicious. Everything was great though I wish there was a spicy level to the adas. Regardless, it was a great decision to stay home for dinner.

Scruffy has been playing video games with Blake over the net and I am enjoying their conversations. Too funny. I’m about to fall asleep. Bye everyone!

Road Trip with Liliana

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It’s been a long overdue road trip with Liliana. We’ve spoken so many times but never executed the plans so I was very excited for today to come. She came to pick me up even though it was out of her way since I’m still a little shaken up from the crash.

Newman’s Bakery | Beeville, Texas

We made our way to Beeville and checked in at Newman’s Bakery for the castle tour. We picked up some goodies as well. They were super sweet but they were delicious. I threw the rest away because it was too overly sweet and had nowhere to put it.

Newman’s Castle | Beeville, Texas

We took the ten minute drive to the Newman’s Castle and was impressed at how fancy it looks. The owner knew he talked a lot (from reviews I suppose) and since it was super hot out, he gave everyone permission to begin their own tours if we didn’t want to listen. Also, it was air conditioned inside so it was a plus.

Newman’s Castle | Beeville, Texas | Lunch

After touring the place on our own, we went in for our free lunches. These sandwiches tasted better than other sandwiches and I believe it’s the thick bread and thick slices of turkey. They even had mead! It was super strong and left a horrible taste in our mouths but others loved it.

2018 | 202/365 | Newman’s Castle | Beeville, Texas | Moat

[2018] 202/365: Newman’s Castle

After lunch we bid farewell to the castle and headed on our merry way.

Chappell Hill Lavender Farm | Brenham, Texas

We were going to go to Blue Bell Creamery but with all the sugar we had we opted for an impromptu stop at Chappell Hill Lavender Farm. It wasn’t the right month for picking but their shops were still opened so we bought some goodies. Funny enough we ended up getting ice cream there. Blueberry Lavender for me and White Chocolate Lavender for her. We didn’t really taste the lavender much and didn’t think it was worth the money. Whomp. I had a few bites of mine until I called it a day.

Liliana Engagement Present Opening

We checked into our hotel and I surprised Lily with her engagement gift. Silly her, thinking it was my toiletry bag or something. Haha

Liliana Engagement Present Contents

An old picture I took of all the contents. I cannot wait for her to use and taste everything! Don’t forget to share with Daniel!!

Wedding Planning with Liliana

We had plans to go shopping in little shops downtown but we ended up sitting in bed planning her wedding and catching up. I missed this and am so happy we were able to do this for hours.

Los Cabos Mexican Grill & Steakhouse | Brenham, Texas

Our stomachs started growling and we ended up at Los Cabos Mexican Grill & Steakhouse. There was so much food and I felt like I was going to blow. I had so much leftover I had to pack it all up.

Now we are back at the hotel. We showered and as Lily waits for me to finish typing, she’s talking to Daniel and watching Wonder Women. Daniel just FaceTime her so I’m going to try to get in on this conversation. Haha Just kidding … maybe. Bye!!

Taco Tuesday

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2018 | 191/365 | La Calle Tacos | Houston, Texas | Taco Tuesday

[2018] 191/365: Taco Tuesday

My wonderful coworkers went to go get tacos from La Calle Tacos and brought me back two mini ones! Barbacoa and pastor. They were a bit on the bland side and not at all what I’d expect quality wise for being downtown. Jarro Cafe is still my clear winner when it comes to authentic tacos. Sadly they are closer to my house (but not close enough) than to my work and therefore I never get them. Sigh. We’ll meet again soon, Jarro.

Salty Lasagna

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2018 | 182/365 | Cristobal Mexican Grill & Bar

[2018] 182/365: Lunch Date

Scruffy and I had a lunch date at Cristobal Mexican Grill and Bar. There’s not many good food places where he lives and usually have to drive a few more miles to hit them bit I was extremely surprised how great this place was. I would skip the chicken next time and stick to the beef. Yum!

We went home and started planning our next trip. Something small since I just started my job and don’t want to ask for a week off so early. We used to go to more places but with everything going on, it’s just been harder so I’m excited.

Gluten-Free Lasagna

I tried my hand in making the gluten free lasagna Scruffy made awhile back. I’m a little disappointed that it came down out pretty salty. I guess since I’m not used to using cheese I didn’t count for the salt and therefore everything is just a little too much. And still delicious and the flavor was great it’s just the salty factor. Once I figure out the best way to make this and I’ve got the recipe down, I’ll share it!

EID Mubarak!!

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End of Ramadan | Eid Mubarak

Today marks the end of Ramadan or as they would say, EID Mubarak! We celebrated by going to Camilla’s house for some light snacks. Jamie made a tomato sauce with egg type thing that you dip with bread. The other crazy looking thing is like a funnel cake but much oilier. They love their carbs! haha

Jarro Cafe Tacos

We then went to the Jarro Cafe. It’s been forever and we were bummed when we found out they were all out of pastor. We ended up getting three tacos total, one for each of us and sharing the last one. Yum. I wish they were closer to my house!

2018 | 166/365 | Cravin' Cajun Date with Scruffy

[2018] 166/365:

We went back to my place, lazed around and headed to 99 Ranch Market before eating dinner at Cravin’ Cajun. I was shocked when Scruffy said he craved it so I agreed to it without hesitation. We ended up order four pounds of crawfish, one pound of shrimp, two corns, and A LOT of potatoes.

It’s been a great day. I really do miss having every other Friday off. It really puts into perspective how much I actually got done not having to work those two Fridays a month. Now to relax for the rest of the weekend.