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2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Part I

April 13, 2018 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | IHOP | Seguin, Texas

The day started off bright dark and early. We left the house by 5 AM meeting at Gordon’s by 5:30 AM. We drove for a long bit before stopping for breakfast at IHOP. So generic but it was the only thing opened on the way.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | IHOP | Seguin, Texas | Chicken Fried Steak and Eggs

I had my usual chicken fried steak and eggs sharing some with the guests and giving away my pancakes (not shown) to Gordon.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Natural Bridge Caverns and Wildlife Ranch | San Antonio, Texas

We drove a bit further landing at the location the rest of the trip will be at, Natural Bridge Caverns and Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch | San Antonio, Texas | Map

We started with the ranch first, where we got a map. Sadly we didn’t get the list of what the animals were and by the time we found out, we were too lazy to go back and get it. We still had fun though.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch | San Antonio, Texas | Feed Pellets

Gordon bought four bags of pellets to feed the animals.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch | San Antonio, Texas | Animals

We saw so many of them and many were unafraid to come up and stick their head in the windows. There were also many that were shy and only ate if we threw it on the floor. Overall, it was a great experience. I never expected to see so many variations so it was a plus.

2018 | 103/365 | 2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch | San Antonio, Texas | Calf

[2018] 103/365: Become a Photographer

Just kidding. I am not going to be a photographer anytime soon ever. But this is one of my favourite shots I took so I didn’t resize the image. But look how chill that calf is!

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Natural Bridge Caverns | San Antonio, Texas | Entry

Right next door was the caverns so we headed there next. Gordon and Dad sat in the car while Wilson, Mei Mei and I made our way through the cave. This was the beginning, bright and breezy.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Natural Bridge Caverns | San Antonio, Texas | Formations

As we got further it, it got wetter, darker, and more humid. It was still a sight though.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Natural Bridge Caverns | San Antonio, Texas | Clear Waters

Look how clean that water is. And look at that formation! They had water fountains where you can try a bit of the cave water so we did it. It tasted a little funky, as it should be. This was my favourite shot down there so I didn’t resize this one either. This picture doesn’t do it justice but it’s the best I could do. Enjoy.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Fadi's Mediterranean Grill | Sugar Land, Texas

After that, we headed back home meeting up with Patsy, Sissy, and BIL at Fadi’s Mediterranean Grill.

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Fadi's Mediterranean Grill | Sugar Land, Texas | Lamb Shank Meal

I got the lamb shank so it’s something they can try. I am in love with their cauliflower. The only thing I can order A LOT of and not get sick of. Score!

2018 Wilson & Mei Mei Visit | Fadi's Mediterranean Grill | Sugar Land, Texas | Minty Tea

The lady was also nice enough to give us all complimentary tea.

After dinner, we all headed home. The guests are asleep and I’m going to follow suit soon – after a few episodes of New Girl though.

Night, everyone!

IHOP
2777 N Hwy 123, Seguin, Texas 78155  |  (830) 379-1241  |  Website  |  Yelp
Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch
26515 Natural Bridge Caverns Road, San Antonio, Texas 78266  |  (830) 438-7400  |  Website  |  Yelp
Natural Bridge Caverns
26495 Natural Bridge Caverns Road, San Antonio, Texas 78266  |  (210) 651-6101  |  Website  |  Yelp
Fadi’s Mediterranean Grill
716 Hwy 6, Sugar Land, Texas 77479  |  (832) 500-3611  |  Website  |  Yelp

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries Tagged With: Breakfast and Brunch, Mediterranean, San Antonio, Sightseeing, Sugar Land, Texas

2018 San Antonio Trip for Our 2nd Dating Anniversary | Day 3

April 8, 2018 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

2018 San Antonio Trip | Taco Palenque | San Antonio, Texas

Upon waking up, Scruffy and I got ready, packed our bags, and headed out to get gas before meeting up with Andy at Taco Palenque for lunch.

2018 San Antonio Trip | Taco Palenque | San Antonio, Texas | Tacos and Salsas

We ordered our tacos and had some great conversations. I wished we found this place sooner because the tacos were pretty amazing.

2018 | 098/365 | 2018 San Antonio Trip | Andy, Mellie Dee, & Scruffy

[2018] 098/365: Getting Me Some Andy Time

It was nice to catch up with Andy. He’s a pretty busy man so getting a few minutes with him is better than nothing. He felt the same since he said giving me a hug was better than not seeing me. Hehe So sweet!

Scruffy and I headed back to Houston and we’re back to reality. Him with work and me with job searching.

Taco Palenque
1002 NE Loop 410, San Antonio, Texas 78209  |  (210) 826-5313  |  Website  |  Yelp

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries, Travel Tagged With: Mexican and Tex-Mex, Project 365, San Antonio, 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

2018 San Antonio Trip for Our 2nd Dating Anniversary | Day 1

April 6, 2018 by Mellie Dee 2 Comments

2018 San Antonio Trip | Mickey D’s Breakfast

Once Scruffy came over we packed up the car and went on our merry way to San Antonio stopping at Mickey D’s for breakfast.

2018 San Antonio Trip | Scratch Off Tickets

As he drove I used his lucky penny and scratched off lottery tickets he got me. Sadly the only luck it gave us was a five dollar return. I guess it’s better than nothing.

2018 San Antonio Trip | Barriba Cantina | San Antonio, Texas

We walked around the Riverwalk and stopped at Barriba Cantina.

2018 San Antonio Trip | Barriba Cantina | San Antonio, Texas | Margaritas

It’s always been a dream of mine to stop and sit on the balcony of a restaurant on the Riverwalk, order a drink and just chill. I was able to fill that dream today and it was pretty nice.

2018 San Antonio Trip | Barriba Cantina | San Antonio, Texas | Guacamole

The only thing we hated was how they made it sound like we were getting chips and dip for free and they ended up being $10. That’s how they get you. Horrible people. Also, what Mexican place not give free chips and dip. LAME RIVERWALK PLACES I GUESS!

2018 San Antonio Trip | La Villita | San Antonio, Texas

I’ve always wanted to stop at La Villita and walk around and we somehow ended up walking past it.

2018 San Antonio Trip | Plaza Taxco | San Antonio, Texas

I was able to stop at a couple of shops like Plaza Taxco who sells sterling silver jewelry from Taxco.

2018 San Antonio Trip | Bes Arte | San Antonio, Texas

And Besarte who sells random jewelry, arts, and the such.

2018 San Antonio Trip | Total Wine | San Antonio, Texas

We stopped by Total Wine to grab some goodies before heading to the hotel to check in early.

2018 San Antonio Trip | La Quinta | San Antonio, Texas | Anniversary Present and Suite

Scruffy called La Quinta Inn & Suites San Antonio Airport earlier in the week and told them it was our 2nd Anniversary and they upgraded us to a suite and gave us a goodie bag. Is it bad that we didn’t correct them when they thought it was our wedding anniversary?

2018 San Antonio Trip | Scruffy Brought Champagne

Scruffy called hoping to purchase some champagne deal but they didn’t have one so he bought a tiny one from Houston and surprised me with it! Cutest thing.

2018 San Antonio Trip | The Hoppy Monk | San Antonio, Texas

I took a nap while he watched telly then we got ready and headed to The Hoppy Monk.

2018 San Antonio Trip | The Hoppy Monk | San Antonio, Texas | Brussels Sprouts

Brussel Sprouts [salsa macha, apple, agave syrup, roasted almonds] | $8

When it comes to drink places I usually sit while he drinks. But we were both surprised when we found the brussels sprouts and it quickly became our favourite to the point where we ordered a second. That’s how good it was! If you ever come to this place you definitely need to try this.

2018 San Antonio Trip | Smashin Crab | San Antonio, Texas | Scruffy

We went to the highlight of the night, the number one reason we came back (not really, but really), Smashin Crab. On our last trip to San Antonio we found this place and agreed to come back during crawfish season so here we are.

2018 San Antonio Trip | Smashin Crab | San Antonio, Texas | Bud Light

I took this picture with the beer for the hedgehog hanging off so Jenny can see since she got it for me and it’s super cute.

2018 San Antonio Trip | Smashin Crab | San Antonio, Texas | Crawfish and Shrimp

Crawfish | $10/lb … Shrimp | $14/lb … Trinity Flavour and Level 3 and 4

We started with a pound of each, crawfish and shrimp, with level three trinity. The crawfish was way too small and over cooked for me to get more. Yes. This is coming from the crawfish queen. Instead we opted for two pounds of shrimp with level four trinity. Scruffy quickly regretted it and agreed we should have stuck with level three. Haha

2018 | 096/365 | 2018 San Antonio Trip | Scruffy and Mellie Dee Photoshoot

[2018] 096/365: Silly Photoshoots With My Love

These silly picture sessions are my favourite. It shows our goofy side for sure. So much laughter every time. This picture makes me laugh so much.

2018 San Antonio Trip | Scruffy and Mellie Dee Photoshoot

Overall it’s been an amazing trip and he’s gone above and beyond to make it special. Thanks, my love. I’m forever grateful especially while I’m typing this and you’re getting ignored for a couple hours but I mean, someone did forget the laptop cable making this post harder to achieve.

I’ll add the links to these place so when I get back home. Til then, night!

McDonald’s
405 S Fry Road, Katy, Texas 77450  |  (281) 492-2242  |  Website  |  Yelp
Barriba Cantina
111 W Crockett, San Antonio, Texas 78205  |  (210) 228-9876  |  Website  |  Yelp
La Villita Historic Arts Village
418 Villita Street, San Antonio, Texas 78205  |  (210) 207-8614  |  Yelp
Plaza Taxco
111 Choncho Street, San Antonio, Texas 78207  |  (210) 212-6733  |  Website  |  Yelp
Besarte
418 Villita Street, San Antonio, Texas 78205  |  (210) 550-2102  |  Yelp
Total Wine & More
125 NW Loop 410, San Antonio, Texas 78216  |  (210) 524-9300  |  Website  |  Yelp
La Quinta Inn & Suites San Antonio Airport
850 Halm Blvd, San Antonio, Texas 78216  |  (210) 342-3738  |  Website  |  Yelp
The Hoppy Monk
1010 N Loop 1604 E, San Antonio, Texas 78232  |  (210) 545-3330  |  Website  |  Yelp
Smashin Crab
8910 Bandera Road, San Antonio, Texas 78250  |  (210) 509-7702  |  Website  |  Yelp

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries, Travel Tagged With: Bars and Pubs, Fast Food, Katy, Mexican and Tex-Mex, Project 365, San Antonio, Seafood, Texas

Patricia’s Friendsgiving/White Elephant Party | San Antonio, Texas

December 4, 2017 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

Last weekend Patricia was throwing a Friendsgiving/White Elephant party so Scruffy and I made plans to go up for a quick trip.

Rolling FIsh Sushi Burrito & Poke | San Antonio, Texas | Unagi and Salmon Poke Bowl

On Thursday we left his house to mine, switched cars and traveled up to San Antonio in time for a late lunch at Rolling Fish Sushi Burrito & Poke. We shared an unagi and salmon poke bowl with everything in it.

Hotel Alcohol Party

We then headed to HEB and Specs before checking into our hotel where we pretty much spent the rest of the night drinking and doing a whole lot of nothing. It was very relaxing having just us two.

Church's Chicken | San Antonio, Texas

We saw a commercial for Popeye’s but since it was so far away we brought back some Church’s to the hotel room where we ate and watched telly before calling it a night.

La Quinta | San Antonio, Texas | Hotel Breakfast

On Friday, we woke up for a hotel breakfast and Scruffy worked a bit while searched for jobs before we headed off to lunch.

Taqueria Datapoint | San Antonio, Texas | Mini Tacos

I always try to hit up Taqueria Datapoint when I’m in town and was ecstatic when he agreed to go with me. We shared a plate of mini tacos since we had plans to drink and eat something else soon.

Flying Saucer Draught Emporium | San Antonio, Texas | Beers

We jumped from Big Hops Huebner to Flying Saucer Draught Emporium for a few beers before heading back to the hotel. We relaxed at the hotel for a bit before heading back out for a quick early dinner.

Smashin Crab | San Antonio, Texas | Half Dozen Raw Oysters

Half Dozen Raw Oysters | $12

We made plans to hit up Smashin Crab (for me because I love seafood boils) and then hit up somewhere else for him. Once we sat down and got our food, going somewhere else was out the window. We started out with half a platter of oysters and a pound of shrimp with potatoes, corn, and sausages.

Smashin Crab | San Antonio, Texas | Shrimp Boil with Potatoes, Corn, and Sausages

Shrimp Boil [trinity sauce and level 3 alarm heat] | $14/lb + $1/corn + $0.50/potato + $2/sausage (4 pieces)

Soon enough we were ordering another pound of shrimp, potatoes, and corn. My goodness gracious. This is the best seafood boil I’ve been to and Scruffy agrees. We will be coming back once crawfish season is in. Yum!

2017 Patricia's Friendsgiving/White Elephant

We stopped by HEB then went back to the hotel for to get ready for Patricia’s party. We all drank, caught up, and played white elephant before calling it a night. It was nice to finally meet Patricia’s boyfriend and to see everyone else. Every time I go back I wished I lived there. Once we were back at the hotel, Scruffy started getting hungry and we ordered Uber for McDonald’s and soon realized we had too much food and not a big enough stomach. Before long, we both knocked out.

Breakfast at Patricia's

Patricia invited us for breakfast so when we woke up Saturday morning, we packed our car and headed over to her house for a delicious home cooked breakfast, bid our farewells, and headed back home towards Scruffy’s house, stopping by Buccee’s for Scruffy to grab a taco to go.

Luna Car Ride

We stopped by Andrew’s house before ending up at Scruffy’s where we picked Luna up and headed back to my house.

Scruffy and I | Homemade Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo, Salad, and Garlic Bread

Homemade Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo, Salad, and Garlic Bread

Scruffy and I made Fettuccine Alfredo, garlic bread, and salad for dinner. The family and Tim seemed to love it. With all the traveling, Scruffy and I watched telly and fell asleep.

Tasty Ko | Katy, Texas | Spicy Bulgogi and Soondubu Chigae

Spicy Bulgogi and Soondubu Chigae

Before Scruffy left on Sunday, we had lunch at Tasty Ko. Delicious Bulgogi and Soondubu Chigae. Yum. It was perfect since it was cold and raining.

New favourite restaurant: Smashin Crab. I am jealous of everyone who lives in San Antonio.

Rolling Fish Sushi Burrito & Poke
12730 Interstate 10 W, San Antonio, TX 78230  |  (210) 592-1003  |  Yelp
Church’s
9405 Guilbeau Rd, San Antonio, TX 78250  |  (210) 684-1407  |  Website  |  Yelp
Taqueria Datapoint
4063 Medical Dr, San Antonio, TX 78229  |  (210) 615-3644  |  Yelp
Big Hops Huebner
11224 Huebner Rd, San Antonio, TX 78230  |  (210) 877-9663  |  Website  |  Yelp
Flying Saucer Draught Emporium
11255 Huebner Rd, San Antonio, TX 78230  |  (210) 696-5080  |  Website  |  Yelp
Smashin Crab
8910 Bandera Rd, San Antonio, TX 78250  |  (210) 509-7702  |  Website  |  Yelp
Tasty Ko
1645 Winding Hollow Dr, Katy, TX 77450  |  (281) 206-7471  |  Website  |  Yelp

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries Tagged With: American, Asian, Bars and Pubs, Breakfast and Brunch, Breweries, Fast Food, Japanese, Katy, Korean, Mexican and Tex-Mex, San Antonio, Seafood, Sushi, Texas

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