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September 18, 2017 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

Museum of Fine Arts | Houston, Texas | Pipilotti Rist: Pixel Forest and Worry Will Vanish

This past Saturday, my love surprised me by taking me to the Museum of Fine Arts for Pipilotti Rist: Pixel Forest and Worry Will Vanish exhibit. Watch the video below for a short clip of it I took.

Finally got to see Pipilotti Rist: Pixel Forest and Worry Will Vanish exhibit at The Museum of Fine Arts Houston. Heart is happy. @mfahouston . . . . . #art #pixelforest #worrywillvanish #pipilottirist #mfah #htx #houston #texas #exhibit #instaart #light #fairylights #colorful #happy #happyheart #melliedeephotography

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My heart is so happy. This is what I want one of my rooms to be in my future house but I wouldn’t even know where to hang them. Sigh … so happy.

Pho Binh 59 South | Houston, Texas

He even went to Pho Binh 59 South with me even though he craved a nice, juicy Grub burger. I ordered the vermicelli special bowl that comes with pork, chicken, and shrimp. The pork is hands down the best I’ve ever had anywhere.

Khun Kay Thai Cafe | Houston, Texas

Afterward we met up with Rami and Caitlin Khun Kay Thai Cafe so that Caitlin can grab a bite. We watched her eat while catching up before heading back to their house to play 42 or Texas 42, a domino game.

Moody Ice | Houston, Texas

We headed to the public library for Caitlin to pick up a book that was on hold and went to Moody Ice since it was such a hot day out.

Moody Ice | Houston, Texas | Coconut Hawaiian Shaved Ice

Hawaiian Shaved Ice [coconut syrup, condensed milk, Blue Bell vanilla ice cream, and fresh fruit]

Scruffy and I shared a coconut flavoured one. We were both surprised how much we liked it! YUM!! We played a Russian card game that I cannot remember the name to before heading back to their house where more 42 was played before their friend Sam came over. We all hung out, planned a bro’s shower (baby), and when Sam left, played Trivial Pursuit board game edition.

Houston Art Museum | Houston, Texas | Pipilotti Rist: Pixel Forest and Worry Will Vanish Exhibit

When we got back to Scruffy’s, we ordered UberEats since we hadn’t had a proper dinner meal. Scruffy ate and played Destiny 2 with Blake while I stuffed my face, watched telly and searched for jobs.

Mellie Dee & Rizzo Sleeping

Sunday morning, we picked up Pei Wei to have lunch at Andrew’s house and then Scruffy and I hung out a bit at his own house before I headed home. After a long cuddle session with him I headed over to Sarah’s to go through the run down for her wedding this coming weekend. I’m coordinating her wedding and after four hours of going through everything with her, I think it’ll be perfectly fine. Fingers crossed!

Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
1001 Bissonnet St, Houston, TX 77005  |  (713) 639-7300  |  Website  |  Yelp
Pho Binh 59 South
8336 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074  |  (713) 777-1770  |  Website  |  Yelp
Khun Kay Thai Cafe
1209 Montrose Blvd, Houston, TX 77019  |  (713) 524-9614  |  Yelp
Moody Ice
1919 N Shepherd Dr, Houston, TX 77008  |  Website  |  Yelp
Pei Wei
16101 Kensington Dr, Sugar Land TX 77479  |  Website  |  Yelp

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries Tagged With: Art, Asian, Chinese, Dessert, Houston, Ice Cream, Museums, Sugar Land, Texas, Thai, Vietnamese

Early Birthday Celebrations Continue … and Apurva!

May 12, 2017 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

The Breakfast Klub | Houston, Texas | Apurva and Wings and Waffles

Wings and Waffles [a golden Belgian waffle surrounded by 6 wing pieces and topped with powdered sugar and 1 fresh strawberry ] | $14.99

Apurva flew back to Texas for a wedding and she was generous enough to make time for me. I went and picked her up at seven in the morning and we headed to The Breakfast Klub. I could do without the waffle but the wings are to die for which is what they’re known for.

2017 Birthday Present from Apurva

After chowing down we headed to Welcome Food Center so that she could buy tea for her aunt. This was also the time she whipped out this lovely wrapped present for my birthday.

2017 Birthday Present from Apurva | Mindy Kaling Books

Both of Mindy Kaling’s books. I’ve been waiting for them to go on sale to snag them but now I won’t have to.

Bambu | Houston, Texas | Che and Tea

She was going to be picked up to head to College Station for the wedding and since the person picking her up lived in Bellaire, it was only right to stay and grab some sweetness from Bambu.

Bambu | Houston, Texas | Apurva & Mellie Dee

They had such cute decor and we spent over an hour there just talking about the past, present, and future. She missed the silly face memo.

Thai Cottage | Houston, Texas | Birthday Dinner with Scruffy, Jamie, and Ashy

After hanging out with Apurva, I headed over to Scruffy’s house were I practically slept the whole entire time until we picked up Thai Cottage for my early birthday celebration dinner with his family.

2017 Birthday Lemon Cupcakes from Jamie

Jamie made and decorated lemon cupcakes. Scruffy tried to help while I was asleep — you can find his on the left. I thought it was adorable especially since he tried.

2017 Birthday Presents from Jamie and Ashy

I opened my plethora of presents from his parents. Jamie made me the dark chocolate orange cookies that I love!

2017 Birthday Present from Brudda, Tammy, and Emmy | Rizzo

After a bit later, I drove home before Brudda, SIL, and Emmy arrived. Brudda handed me my present which Rizzo was very intrigued with. While we were catching up with them, Mum and I “fought” to hold Emmy. She is so freaking precious and I’ll forever wish she was closer so I could watch her grow up more.

The Breakfast Klub
3711 Travis Street, Houston, Texas 77002  |  (713) 528-8561  |  Website  |  Yelp
Welcome Food Center
9180 Bellaire Blvd, Houston, Texas 77036  | (713) 270-7789  |  Yelp
Bambu
10613 Bellaire Blvd, Houston, Texas 77072  | (832) 328-3900  |  Website  |  Yelp
Thai Cottage
4723 Sweetwater Blvd, Sugar Land, Texas 77479  | (281) 313-0707  |  Website  |  Yelp

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries Tagged With: Asian, Breakfast and Brunch, Coffee and Tea, Cupcakes, Dessert, Thai

2017 Hong Kong | Day 4

January 9, 2017 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

Hong Kong | Leftovers & Drinks

PoPo heated back the vegetarian leftovers for Sissy and I to eat for breakfast while my parents and Kathy went out for breakfast and delivered us our drink of choice.

Hong Kong Shopping 3

We then walked to the nearest mall and shopped forever for souvenirs. FOREVER … until we received Vincent’s and Rachel’s phone call stating they were soon to be home.

Chinese Celebrities at Hong Kong Mall

As we were leaving, we noticed a cluster of people cheering and holding signs. I thank my lucky stars I am tall enough to get these shots. I actually knew some of the celebrities. First sighting ever. Eeep!!

Chinese Wedding Tradition | Mini Roasted Pig

Once we got back home and met up with the newlyweds we ate mini roasted pig, a Chinese wedding tradition.

Hong Kong Subway

After hanging out for a bit we rode a subway to our next destination.

Hello Kitty Cafe | Hong Kong

Hello Kitty Cafe.

Hello Kitty Cafe | Hong Kong | Decorations

They had some killer decorations!

Hello Kitty Cafe | Hong Kong | Dim Sum

And I only picked this place for the cute decorated dim sum.

Hello Kitty Cafe | Hong Kong | Mellie Dee & Dim Sum

The reviews I read stated that the food wasn’t that great because it was more for the touristy experience. Although they did win an award, I would have to agree. It was still fun though!

ICreameria Dolce Giapponese | Hong Kong

Vincent and Sissy really wanted ice cream so we stopped by iCreameria Dolce Giapponese.

ICreameria Dolce Giapponese | Hong Kong | Ice Cream

Half cream. Half green tea. I split with Sissy but I about died. So sweet yet so refreshing because it was so hot out.

Hong Kong Clock Tower

After we rested a bit, we started on our journey bumping into this clock tower.

Hong Kong Landscape & Sea

We were trying to get to the museum to look at celebrity hand prints and statues but they were remodeling. I didn’t mind much because even though it was foggy, the view was still breathtaking.

Hong Kong Landscape & Sea 2

When I walked a bit farther certain areas were not foggy and I was able to take this shot.

Polar Icecap Tribute | Hong Kong

We did get to see the Polar Icecap statue to remind others about global warming.

Postcard Wishes | Hong Kong

As well as postcards among postcards of wishes people have written.

Hong Kong Traffic & Street

We walked along and crossed so many streets that if you asked me to take you I wouldn’t know where to go.

Hong Kong Shopping 2

We walked into a few stores but didn’t buy much. I definitely got my steps in today!

Sex Shop & Happy Endings | Hong Kong

As we were walking I pointed the sex shop out to Sissy and she commented that the massage place next door is a happy ending type. Who knows but that is the first sex shop I have seen in Hong Kong.

Grandpa Thai Food | Chicken Yellow Curry & Milk Tea

We received word that Dicky and Helen have arrived home so we went home to pick them and PoPo up for dinner at a Thai restaurant. I had to share my meal and the rest was packed home for Dicky. This was also when I taught them the world of Snapchat and filters.

Hong Kong Mall | Chinese New Year Decorations

As we were heading home we saw that the Chinese New Year decorations were up. I hope one day I get to celebrate Chinese New Year in Hong Kong. It’s been forever.

So much laughter makes my heart so happy. Family first.

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries, Travel Tagged With: Chinese, Sightseeing, Thai

Thai Topaz | San Antonio, Texas

November 13, 2011 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

A few weeks ago, Jenny and I went to

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Thai Topaz
9386 Huebner Road, Ste 101
San Antonio, TX
(210) 690-6000
www.thaitopaz-sat.com

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Pad Thai [stir-fried rice noodles, eggs and bean sprouts in special sauce topped with peanuts, bean sprouts and cilantro] | $8.75

Depending on if you want tofu, chicken, beef, shrimp, the prices vary.

I got the chicken for $8.75. It has been voted “best” pad-thai in San Antonio. In my opinion though it’s very delicious, I don’t find it the best if compared to a Thai place in Houston.

But a few days later a Groupon showed up for Thai Topaz. $8 for $16 worth of food.

I so totally bought it!

Then Tammy came down so we used it and I got tofu instead of chicken and loved it. I guess it was an off day for me the first time.

Overall, great place. The lady there is nice. If you’re not in a rush, this is a great place for Thai food.

You can also call in and order and then go and pick it up. Winking smile

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries Tagged With: San Antonio, Texas, Thai

Thai Taste | San Antonio, Texas

June 13, 2011 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

Thai Taste | San Antonio, Texas

On March 21st, Jenny and I just got back from our hometowns. We were both hungry and decided on Thai food. Our first Thai stop looked run-down so we both ran as fast as we could to Thai Taste.

Thai Taste | San Antonio, Texas | Fried Tofu

Fried Tofu [deep fried tofu served with sweet and sour sauce topped with ground peanuts] | $4.95

The fried tofu was not as great as I thought it’d be. The tofu was plainly breaded.

Thai Taste | San Antonio, Texas | Pad Thai

Pad Thai [our world famous rice noodles stir-fried with egg, tofu, green onions and ground peanuts. Choice of: Tofu, Chicken, Shrimp] | $6.95, $7.95, $8.95

However, my main entree has got to be one of the best Pad Thai I’ve ever had in San Antonio which is enough for Jenny and I to agree on coming back here soon.

Thank goodness we didn’t walk into the run-down Thai place, else we would have never found this gem!

Thai Taste
5520 Evers Road, San Antonio, TX 78238  |  (210) 520-6800  |  Yelp

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries Tagged With: Asian, San Antonio, Texas, Thai

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