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Graduations, Birthdays, Crawfish, and More JJ

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Wild Wings Cafe | Katy, Texas | Michael and JJ

On Thursday at Wild Wing Cafe, Michael finally had a chance to meet JJ and even hold him. JJ wouldn’t have it though partly because it was nearing his bedtime. Mallory and I haven’t seen him since the high school reunion and figured it was time for a catch up.

La Madeline | Houston, Texas | Delisha, Fruit Tart

I met up with Delisha Friday at La Madeline for my belated birthday lunch. It was great getting to catch up with her and see how she’s doing. And she was nice enough to pay for my meal and even get me a fruit tart. #winning

Next Door Lounge | Houston, Texas | Red Sangria, Beer, Housemade Potato Chips with Jalapeño Feta Dip, and Housemade Angus Mini Meatballs

Red Sangria, Beer, Housemade Potato Chips with Jalapeño Feta Dip, and Housemade Angus Mini Meatballs

After Scruffy got off work, we went to Next Door Bar & Lounge for some drinks and snacks. Do not order their meatballs. They are five itty bitty things with mashed potatoes all around. Do go for the potato chips though. Their dip is out of this world! We also went to King’s Head Pub, his favourite bar place where Saleh came to join us.

2017 Ahmed and Noora Graduation Party

Then we all headed to Ahmed and Noora’s graduation party. They had such cute little cakes made. I didn’t try them but I heard they were delicious.

2017 Ahmed and Noora Graduation Meal

They even got Niko’s Niko’s catered! So much goodness on one plate!

Buffalo Bayou Brewery | Houston, Texas

Saturday morning Scruffy and I met up with Sissy and BIL for a chill drinking session at Buffalo Bayou Brewing. Two and I was done. Scruffy had like six and could keep going if we stayed any longer. Crazy boy. I’m hoping to come back for their better beers later in the year.

2017 Crawfish Boil

We then all went home and helped out for a family crawfish boil. Mmm … Dad went crazy and bought sixty pounds of crawfish for six people not counting Sissy who’s a vegetarian. Timothy came over later to help out then we played a few rounds of Camel Up and called it a night.

Hannah's 2017 Birthday Meal

Sunday afternoon was Hannah’s birthday celebration since her birthday was actually the day when Ahmed and Noora celebrated their graduation. All home cooked goodness. The chicken was the best thing ever along with the green beans.

Los Cucos | Katy, Texas | Scruffy and JJ

After work today Scruffy and I walked around the mall then headed to Los Cucos for dinner plans with Mallory and JJ. The first time Scruffy met JJ, he was asleep in his carrier but this time he was wide awake and he finally got to hold JJ. Too adorable.

Wild Wing Cafe
20940 Katy Fwy, Katy, TX 77449  |  (281) 647-9453  |  Website  |  Yelp
La Madeline
1560 Eldridge Pkwy, Houston, TX 77077  |  (281) 940-8516  |  Website  |  Yelp
Next Door Bar & Lounge
14714 Memorial Dr, Houston, TX 77079  |  (281) 493-0307  |  Website  |  Yelp
King’s Head Pub
1809 Eldridge Pkwy, Houston, TX 77077  |  (832) 379-1000  |  Website  |  Yelp
Baffalo Bayou Brewing
5301 Nolda St, Houston, TX 77007  |  (713) 750-9795  |  Website  |  Yelp
Los Cucos Mexican Cafe
5305 Bell Patna Dr, Katy, TX 77494  |  (281) 644-6808  |  Website  |  Yelp

Drinks On Drinks On Eats

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Scruffy was recommended two places in Richmond to check out by his co-worker so we decided to do that on Friday.

We started off at Clancy’s Public House so that we could grab a snack and a drink before heading over to the next destination. We had dinner plans with his parents and friends for some homemade ribs so we didn’t want to fill up.

Clancy's Public House | Richmond, Texas | Town in City Porter, Saloon Door Tasty AF, Karbach R&D Mint Chocolate, Karbach Big & Bright IPA

Town in City Porter [English Porter, 5.8%], Saloon Door Tasty AF [Nitro; Peanut Butter & Milk Chocolate Stout, 4.9%], Karbach R&D Mint Chocolate [Stout, 7.7%], Karbach Big & Bright IPA [6.9%]

I don’t remember what Scruff ordered because I was so excited for my flight of beers. The R&D Mint Chocolate was my least favourite so I gave that to Scruffy since it was he actually liked it. But the real winner was the Tasty AF.

Clancy's Public House | Richmond, Texas | Irish Car Bomb with Saloon Door Tasty AF Beer

Irish Car Bomb with Tasty AF Beer

I loved it so much that I took the bartender’s recommendation, an Irish Car Bomb with Tasty AF instead of Guiness and it was de-freaking-licious.

Clancy's Public House | Richmond, Texas | Fish and Chips

Fish & Chips

We shared an order of fish and chips and I declared these to be one of the best fries I’ve had in my life. Crispy on the inside and mushy on the outside. Perfection.

We decided that this little gem of a place will become a more regular spot for us.

After downing everything and feeling a little tipsy we headed over to Braman Winery and Brewery.

Braman Winery and Brewery | Richmond, Texas | Taps

Though they started out as a winery, we decided to try all the beers first and maybe come back for the wine another day.

Braman Winery and Brewery | Richmond, Texas | Wristbands

I love that their wristbands had perforated tears to track how many more refills you get. I got the 10 oz glass with four refills for $10 and Scruffy got the 16 oz glass with three refills for $12. I’m not 100% sure about the prices but it sounds about right.

Braman Winery and Brewery | Richmond, Texas | Beers

There wasn’t much to rave about with the beers but the ambiance was classy. Pretty much any place that has twinkly lights steals my heart. They even had live music playing that actually sounded decent. Though the beers didn’t captivate us enough I would like to come back for a taste of their wines.

Tasty Ko. Korean Restaurant | Katy, Texas

When Sunday rolled around, we made plans to have lunch with my parents at Tasty Ko.

Tasty Ko. Korean Restaurant | Katy, Texas | Side Dishes

Side Dishes | Free

Tasty Ko. Korean Restaurant | Katy, Texas | LA Galbi

LA Galbi [marinated bone in beef rib] | $22.99

Tasty Ko. Korean Restaurant | Katy, Texas | Korean Seafood Pancake

Korean Seafood Pancake | $10.99

Tasty Ko. Korean Restaurant | Katy, Texas | Spicy Beef Bulgogi Bokkeum

Spicy Beef Bulgogi Bokkeum [stir-fried marinated beef] | $16.99

Tasty Ko. Korean Restaurant | Katy, Texas | Spicy Stir-Fried Squid

Spicy Stir-Fried Squid | $16.99

Tasty Ko. Korean Restaurant | Katy, Texas | Seaweed Soup

Seaweed Soup | Free

Tasty Ko. Korean Restaurant | Katy, Texas | Sweet Tea

Sweet Tea | Free

The worst to the best: seaweed soup, sweet tea, squid, pancake, bulgogi, galbi. Out of all the side dishes only three were good.

Keep in mind that a bowl of rice comes with each entree. Every bowl after costs one dollar.

Overall it wasn’t a let down and we’ll probably be back since Scruffy loves the bulgogi.

Clancy’s Public House
503 FM 359 Rd, Richmond, TX 77406  |  (832) 847-4390  |  Website  |  Yelp
Braman Winery & Brewery
3421 FM 359 Rd, Richmond, TX 77406  |  (281) 762-1375  |  Website  |  Yelp
Tasty Ko
1645 Winding Hollow Dr, Katy, TX 77450  |  (281) 206-7471  |  Website  |  Yelp

Babies, Events, and Christmas

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It’s been a long while since I’ve last updated. Life took hold yet again and I don’t regret it at all! Sometimes you just gotta live so here are some highlights of the past couple months.

Tasting Room | Houston, Texas | Apurva & Mellie Dee

I had two blogging opportunities that I keep forgetting to recap. The Tasting Room at City Centre (with Apurva) and Diamonds & Desserts (with Sissy).

Robbins Brothers | Promise & Engagement Ring

I had fun at both and found my promise ring, engagement ring, and wedding ring at Robbins Brothers. Just kidding, I am not the type of girl that fantasized over getting married and I highly doubt these will be the ones. Nonetheless, it was fun to try them on and spend time with Sissy.

Baby Ems Announcement & Baby Shower

Broseph and SIL finally announced to the world about their pregnancy and Sissy and I threw a family baby shower. I will be Auntie to a little baby girl in February!

Baby John Jr. & Mellie Dee

Mallory and John welcomed their bundle of joy this year. Look at that face!! I cannot wait to see him grow up!

Speaking of babies, Wacko and Monica’s little Emma is to be born any day now! Eeep! So excited. So many babies!!

Bombay Grill | Richmond, Texas

Bombay Grill
1852 FM 359 Rd
Richmond, Texas 77406
(832) 595-9400
http://bombaygrilltx.com

Bombay Grill | Richmond, Texas | Indian Food

I tried Indian food for the first time since I last almost threw up and … I survived and even ended up liking it more than I thought I would. It takes a while for the food to make but it’s worth it and we’ve been back a second time since then.

Dinner for Scruffy

I’ve never truly made Scruffy a full meal since other people were always around and I was afraid of the critique. I found an opportunity one week and voila! He told me it tasted really good so … I’ll take his word for it.

Rebelution Concert | Houston, Texas

Scruffy’s favourite band, Rebelution, played at the White Oak Music Hall which was a whole new experience for me. You could definitely feel the love of music that night.

Via Colori | Houston, Texas

Scruffy, Jamie, and Ashy accompanied me to Via Colori. Artwork was done with chalk on a sidewalk. It has always been on my list of things to check out so I’m happy that I was able to finally go. These people are hella talented!

Scruffy & Mellie Dee | Work Christmas Party

I was able to attend Scruffy’s work Christmas party at Backstreet Cafe. This has always been on Apurva and I’s list of places to hit but never had a chance to. The food is pretty good but it’s not a place that I will crave to go back to.

2016 Christmas | Dallas, Texas | Scruffy & Rizzo

Christmas this year was super busy. On the 23rd, Scruffy’s intermediate family met up for food, white elephant, and saran wrap ball game. On the 24th, we drove up to Dallas for my immediate family for some all you can eat Korean BBQ, gift opening, games, dinner, and baby room reveal before driving back down. On the 25th, Scruffy’s immediate family had breakfast and gift opening in the morning, and at night, my intermediate family had dinner and gift opening. We are both all Christmas’d out!

We also went to Colorado for a weekend getaway but I’ll do a recap in the next post.

Agora | Houston, Texas

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Agora | Houston, Texas

After dinner, we continued on to Agora for coffees or wine.

Agora | Houston, Texas | White Mocha Frappacino

White Mocha Frappuccino | $4.50

Much better than expected. Not bitter and just the right amount of sweetener.

I would come back here again until we were chilling with our drinks and chatting and we saw cockroaches everywhere. Also, we were kicked out because the owners literally told us they needed the tables for the other customers. We were customers too but … okay. Nice way of doing business.

That night we went to various bars that included Poison Girl – not enough seats, La Carafe – very dark and creepy since it does advertise themselves as a haunted bar, mostly wine, Bronx Bar – came here for shots, too crowded, and Pearl Bar – a lot of Mexican people, don’t have anything against them but they seem to be very, very drunk and wild, one lady had her shoes off and was dancing on glass …. okay lady.

Agora
1712 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77098  |  (713) 526-7212  |  Yelp
Poison Girl
1641 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77006  |  (713) 527-9929  |  Yelp
La Carfe
813 Congress St, Houston, TX 77002  |  (713) 229-9399  |  Yelp
Bronx Bar
5555 Morningside Dr, Houston, TX 77005  |  (713) 434-1290  |  Yelp
Pearl Bar
4216 Washington Ave, Houston, TX 77007  |  (832) 740-4933  |  Yelp