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2021 | Week 84 of Quarantine | Jenny’s Bachelorette | San Francisco & Napa, California

October 24, 2021 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

2021 | Week 84 of Quarantine | Dallas with Ethan, Doggie Puzzle, Vietnamese

Started off the week by finishing up my dog puzzle from weeks ago! Ethan helped by handing me pieces as I found their rightful spots.

Wednesday after work, we packed the car and drove off to Dallas. Ethan is SO good on long car rides. He didn’t sleep long but he also didn’t make a fuss. Sadly he did throw up milk which messed up my car but that’s baby life, right?

We ate pho for dinner and then Sammi wanted to stay up as late as possible so she chilled in my room while we talked about boys and life.

2021 | Week 84 of Quarantine | Jenny's Bachelorette | Ethan, Sammi, Mellie Dee, Chick-fil-A, Dallas to San Francisco, Target

The next day, Thursday, Ethan and I had some quality time together before Sammi’s friend drove us to Chickfila and took us to the airport to start off Jenny’s Bachelorette Party. I thought it was cool they had a phone/tablet holder built into the seats now. After a couple of movies, we arrived. We were stuck on the plane for a LONG LONG time and we ended up in the departure area rather than the arrivals making Brudda have to drive all over the airport to find us.

We finally made it to the hotel, chilled for a bit before heading out to get some necessities from Target.

2021 | Week 84 of Quarantine | Jenny's Bachelorette | Fang | San Francisco, California

We were all getting hungry and I was craving soup dumplings so I picked Fang for a light snack. From the pictures you can tell we don’t know what that means. Sadly, they don’t do soup dumplings anymore, but their food wasn’t bad! Their pork baos and eggplant vegetarian dumplings were the favourites for the masses.

2021 | Week 84 of Quarantine | Jenny's Bachelorette | Mister Jiu's | San Francisco, California | Mellie Dee, Jenny, Rosanna, Tammy

We stopped by 7 Eleven for some breakfast foods we needed for the next day since we wouldn’t have time and then headed back to the hotel, got ready, relaxed, before the bridesmaids went with the bride to Mister Jiu’s for dinner. We took some picture3s on the street since we had some time to spare.

2021 | Week 84 of Quarantine | Jenny's Bachelorette | Mister Jiu's | San Francisco, California | Food

The food was nothing to write about. It has one Michelin star but so far, none of the places I’ve been to that have Michelin star has been worth it. The food isn’t horrible, but it wasn’t amazing. The drinks on the other hand were bomb. Fan favourite was definitely the chow fun and oysters.

2021 | Week 84 of Quarantine | Jenny’s Bachelorette | Castello di Amorosa | Calistoga, California | Mellie Dee & Brudda

On Friday, we all woke up early and Brudda drove us all to Castello di Amorosa. It was a pretty fun drive there. We even stopped by Starbucks where I found it funny that Brudda wanted a cake pop.

The wine from Castello di Amorosa was okay. Nothing popped out to being fantastic so the thought of shipping some home as gifts was dropped. I think people mostly come here to take pictures of the castle. We paid for one hour of wine tasting and one hour of picture taking around the castle. If you ever come here, even if you don’t drink, you have to pay the same amount but don’t ever do the grape juice tasting. If you don’t drink, just don’t come to this place. It costs the same as a wine tasting but they don’t even serve you the amount that would be worth it. They only got 3 tiny pours of the same exact grape juice which we had to ask for every time. They sell a bottle of grape juice for $14 so definitely not worth it; the flavour is great though.

2021 | Week 84 of Quarantine | Jenny’s Bachelorette | V. Sattui Winery | St. Helena, California | Mellie Dee & Rosanna

After taking enough pictures, we headed off to V. Sattui Winery for a picnic lunch. You walk in and order from the deli counter and you can buy a bottle of wine if you so choose but no tastings here so you’re not obligated to pay even if you’re not a drinker. We got a little of almost everything and everything tasted amazing. Lot of choices for every type of diet.

2021 | Week 84 of Quarantine | Jenny’s Bachelorette | Son & Garden | San Francisco, California | Food

We got back to the hotel, took naps, then the bridesmaids and bride met up with MLam and Rachel at Son & Garden. The bone marrow and duck confit was the favoruite for me. The lobster bisque was good too. You can actually taste the lobster in the soup unlike other places.

2021 | Week 84 of Quarantine | Jenny’s Bachelorette | Son & Garden | San Francisco, California | Mellie Dee, Tammy, Jenny, Rosanna, Rachel, MLam

We then took pictures at their flower wall before heading out. I was feeling myself hence some selfies because I couldn’t choose. Don’t judge.

We walked for forever to a bar where you pay $10 for Jenny to spin the wheel for a drink. After she got her drink Rosanna and I went back to the hotel to get started on getting ready for the night. Tammy and Jenny came after and we just talked about how unsafe we all felt while walking to the bar: needles on the ground, guy pissing, pee smells, and hobos just all about screaming their heads off. Yikes.

2021 | Week 84 of Quarantine | Jenny’s Bachelorette | Surisan | San Francisco, California | Mellie Dee, Tammy, Jenny, Rosanna, MLam, Vi, Sammi, Tram, MyTien

Saturday, we wore the tshirts I made with wine puns to brunch at Surisan. If you’re ever in town, come here. You won’t regret it! I suggest the benedicts, fried wings, and their Iced Strawbertty Matcha Latte.

2021 | Week 84 of Quarantine | Jenny’s Bachelorette | Umbrella Alley | San Francisco, California

We then walked to Umbrella Alley to take pictures. It was super cute.

2021 | Week 84 of Quarantine | Jenny’s Bachelorette | Jenny & Tammy | Boba Guys | Decorating

We headed back to the hotel to decorate for later tonight and order Boba Guys as well.

2021 | Week 84 of Quarantine | Jenny’s Bachelorette | AsiaSF | San Francisco, California

Then it was off to Asia SF. The food was better than I expected but not somewhere I’d come back to for the food, especially for the cost.

2021 | Week 84 of Quarantine | Jenny’s Bachelorette | AsiaSF | San Francisco, California | Mellie Dee & Jenny

Their show as fun though. And made me feel like, dang they are so confident I’m starting to feel it too. Afterwards we went downstairs to their night club and danced for a bit.

2021 | Week 84 of Quarantine | Jenny’s Bachelorette | Lingerie Party | Mellie Dee & Jenny

Then it was to the hotel for the lingerie party which turned into crazy drinking by all of Le’s cousins, Jenny, Tammy, and Sammi.

Let’s just say, some threw up, some passed out, and we got two calls of multiple, multiple complaints about the noise.

2021 | Week 84 of Quarantine | Jenny’s Bachelorette | San Francisco to Dallas | Jenny & Mellie Dee | Goldilocks Filipino

Brudda drove me, Jenny, and Rosanna to the airport at 4am after we only slept for a couple of hours. Jenny got me some siu mai from Goldilocks Flipino at the airport since I didn’t get my soup dumplings. Not the same but still delicious. I watched so many episodes of Maid while Jenny slept through the flight.

The Le came to pick us up and I packed the car and drove back to Houston with Mum and Dad. I am pooped to say the least. And this week is suppose to be a little crazy in the beginning of the week. Eeek, save me.

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries, Travel Tagged With: American, Breakfast and Brunch, California, Chinese, Coffee and Tea, Fast Food, San Francisco, Seafood, Sightseeing, Vietnamese, Wineries

2019 Cousin’s Trip | Day 3

October 7, 2019 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

  • 2019 Cousin’s Trip | Day 3 | Tourist Home Cafe & Bakery | Flagstaff, Arizona | Hash Bowl

Today was a day where we all pretty much spent it together. We drove and had a nice breakfast at Tourist Home Cafe & Bakery near our Airbnb. I ordered the Hash Bowl which was terrific. I’ve never cooked with beets before but I just might after this experience. I need to recreate it!

2019 Cousin’s Trip | Day 3 | Fay Canyon | Sedona, Arizona

We then drove to Sedona and started on our hike at Fay Canyon. I was wearing long sleeves everything but I didn’t feel overheated. When I talk about hiking, I talk about this. Simple, pretty flat, rocks with a pretty view. The pictures really don’t do it justice.

2019 Cousin’s Trip | Day 3 | Fay Canyon | Sedona, Arizona | Arch Way

Everything was dandy until we deviated off the path for a tougher, more steep off the road path so that we could get up to the arches. We had to leave SIL under some shade since it was getting too tough for her. But we did it!

2019 Cousin’s Trip | Day 3 | Fay Canyon | Sedona, Arizona | Top of Arch View

The view is unlike anything I’ve ever seen. The breeze was so rewarding. Getting pricked by cactus was worth it.

2019 Cousin’s Trip | Day 3 | Fay Canyon | Sedona, Arizona | End of Maintained Trail

The way down was hell. I thought I was going to fall a few times but we survived and finished off the trail. I didn’t finish the other hike up since my knee was killing me but we all survived and made it back to the car.

2019 Cousin’s Trip | Day 3 | Art of Wine | Sedona, Arizona

We went to The Art of Wine for a sip. I opted out of drinking since I was driving back. I shared a grapefruit fizzy type drink instead and we ordered a couple hummus for the table.

2019 Cousin’s Trip | Day 3 | Wildflower Bread Company | Sedona, Arizona

They didn’t have any cheese and meat boards because they apparently ran out so we went to Wildflower Bread Company for some soup and bread.

2019 Cousin’s Trip | Day 3 | View | Sedona, Arizona

We walked back to our car and saw this amazing view. I am still mesmerized that nature made this and am thankful I got to witness it.

2019 Cousin’s Trip | Day 3 | Josephine's | Flagstaff, Arizona

We all drove back to the Airbnb, showered and got ready. We decided to dress up a little for our last night together. We ended up at Josephine’s and it was a great pick. Because we have a bigger party we were seated on the upper floor and We’re able to hear each other talk. Everything tasted fantastic to where we decided to get dessert too. Highly recommended.

Tomorrow we head back to the real world. I’m not ready.

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries, Travel Tagged With: American, Breakfast, Breakfast and Brunch, Sightseeing, Wine Bars, Wineries

2019 Summer Trip | Day 3

August 2, 2019 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

2019 Summer Trip Day 3 | Tim Horton's | Meadville, Pennsylvania

Liliana and I got to sleep in before getting ready. We stopped and had breakfast at Tim Horton’s. They give out such good coupon deals so the meal was fairly cheap.

We stopped by Daniel’s hospital to drop off his food and coffee before heading out for our day.

2019 Summer Trip Day 3 | Chateau Christine | Meadville, Pennsylvania

As promised we started at Chateau Christine’s to check out her 80% deals. We got such great goodies!

2019 Summer Trip Day 3 | Vera Bradley Backpack from Liliana

This Vera Bradley backpack was 50% off! Liliana saw it and had to get it and I fell in love with it as well especially since my work backpack I brought with me was falling apart at the seams. I went online to see if they had more since they were out of stock at the store.

As we left the place and was driving to our next destination, Lily surprised me with the backpack. My heart … I feel so loved. Thank you, Lily!! I love it a million and cannot wait to use it for the first time in Ohio! This backpack is huge and cute and waterproof!! I also love that it isn’t a crazy pattern like usual Vera Bradley things.

2019 Summer Trip Day 3 | Conneaut Cellars Winery | Conneaut Lake, Pennsylvania

We stopped by Conneaut Cellars Winery. Doesn’t Lily look adorable with her new umbrella? They’ve won so many medals throughout the years. It was pretty overwhelming.

They give out six complementary samples per person and you get to pick any six on their list. If you wanted the fancier ones you had to pay $2 for the first and $1 for every one after that. It was worth it to get the whole experience. If you buy one of those special bottles they waive the fee which was pretty cool. We just ended up buying the Merlot instead and called it a day.

2019 Summer Trip Day 3 | Pineapple Eddie Southern Bistro | Erie, Pennsylvania
Chicken Poblano Soup with Cornbread Muffins; Shrimp and Grits; Pork Belly and Grits

A late lunch at Pineapple Eddie’s Southern Bistro was a big hit! We loved everything we tried. I’m not a fan of cornbread and I was in love mostly because it wasn’t dry. This place is a must try. Don’t miss out! P.S. It seems to be closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.

2019 Summer Trip Day 3 | The Shops at the Colony | Erie, Pennsylvania

We walked for hours at The Shops at the Colony. They had many little shops with cute things. I will say that I’m surprised I haven’t bought as much as I thought I would this trip but it’s probably to early to tell.

2019 Summer Trip Day 3 | The Original Popcorn House | Erie, Pennsylvania

One of my favourite purchase is from The Original Popcorn House. Lily bought three bags and I bought two and I’m excited to take it with us on the ride to Ohio. Good road trip snack.

2019 Summer Trip Day 3 | Wal-Mart Crane Game Winner, Liliana

We went back to the house to drop our stuff off before heading to Wal-Mart for groceries. Liliana made a go at the crane game and actually won something for Daniel!

I volunteered to make dinner and we were having a guest over, Stephen, one of Daniel’s coworkers. I’m already a nervous wreck when I cook for others because I’m afraid they’ll hate it so having a whole new stranger try my cooking was nerve-wracking.

2019 Summer Trip Day 3 | Homemade Dinner by Mellie Dee
Appetizer: Guacamole, Salsa, and Chips | Entree: Crunchwrap | Dessert: Sopapillas with Vanilla Bean Ice Cream and Nutella Drizzle

I was surprised but everyone loved it! And even said that they can’t ever go back to Taco Bell anymore. I’m sure they were joking but it made me feel better. Daniel was nice enough to assist with the dessert since I’m not good at using their stove. I was the head chef giving orders as he executed them. I’m happy with how everything came out.

Once I’m back home, I’ll give the recipe for the crunchwrap. Oh, and did I mention Jack Daniel’s has their own Jack and Coke bottled? How crazy … Crazy cool!

2019 Summer Trip Day 3 | Voodoo Brewery | Meadville, Pennsylvania

We headed to Voodoo Brewery since it’s been on my list. Stephen had already dranked part of his drink so he wasn’t allowed to put it into the picture. They had mostly IPAs but it wasn’t too bad.

2019 Summer Trip Day 3 | Biker Festival | Meadville, Pennsylvania

They decided they wanted a bucket drink so we went through then Biker Festival crowd. There was a live band playing a lot of 90s music. I had fun twirling on the street in the nice weather.

2019 Summer Trip Day 3 | Chestnut Street Pub & Grill | Meadville, Pennsylvania | Bucket Drinks | Liliana, Daniel, Stephen

The three got their bucket drinks from Chestnut Street Pub and Grill. I was done with sugar so I didn’t want my own. I did take a sip of Lily’s and it reminded me of a Skittle. Very delicious but I was also very full to put anything else in my belly.

2019 Summer Trip Day 3 | Matching Bows and Blue and White Dresses | Liliana and Mellie Dee

This morning when we took food to Daniel at the hospital he took our pictures. Then he took another one later at night. Can you spot the similarities and difference between us?

We both have matching bow hair clips that we got from the railroad visit yesterday. It’s made out of wood and we just HAD to have them. We also didn’t know we’d both be wearing blue and white dresses and loved that we somewhat matched. Lily is also wearing her new pineapple shoes in the picture on the right so she fully matched to my blue shoes and our outfits were complete.

2019 Summer Trip Day 3 | Tops | Meadville, Pennsylvania | Scratch Offs

We hung out on the street while they chugged their drinks. Then we walked to Tops, a grocery store, so that I could buy lotto tickets. Stephen got Grumpy Cat ones and ended up winning $15 on the $4 he spent on the cards. Daniel and Lily spent money on the crane but didn’t end up winning. I’m saving my tickets for the ride tomorrow.

I had to call it a day since I was getting tired and we have a busy day tomorrow. Eeek! I cannot wait!!

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries, Travel Tagged With: Bars and Pubs, Breakfast and Brunch, Breweries, Coffee and Tea, Meadville, Mexican and Tex-Mex, Pennsylvania, South American, Wineries

2019 Marble Falls | Day 2

May 18, 2019 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

Patrica and I didn’t really want to get out of bed but we forced ourselves to shower and get ready for our pretty jam packed day.

Numinous Coffee Roaster | Marble Falls, Texas

We headed to Numinous Coffee Roasters for a morning caffeine fix.

Numinous Coffee Roaster | Marble Falls, Texas | Coffee, Latte, Danish, and Bailey's

She got a normal coffee and a Danish and I opted for a latte. I brought along some Bailey’s to pour into and it was perfect.

Opie's BBQ | Spicewood, Texas

We started our twenty minute drive to Opie’s BBQ in Spicewood, Texas.

Opie's BBQ | Spicewood, Texas | All the Meats

They had a plethora of meats for you to view and choose from!

Opie's BBQ | Spicewood, Texas | Brisket, Jalapeno Sausage, Tater Tots Casserole, Green Beans, Spicy Creamed Corn, Butter Beans, Pinto Beans

We got the fatty brisket, jalapeno sausage, green beans, spicy creamed corn and tater tot casserole. The pinto beans and butter beans were free along with the condiments.

Opie's BBQ | Spicewood, Texas | Mellie Dee & Patricia

We had a hard time deciding what to try first! I obviously went with the green beans and she with the brisket.

Opie's BBQ | Spicewood, Texas | Jalapeno Sausage Casing

My favourite was the jalapeno sausage. The casing was just right! I love eating the insides ad then the casing last so it was perfect! Everything else was too salty and I feel bloated now.

Spicewood Vineyards | Spicewood, Texas

We headed to Spicewood Vineyard afterward.

Spicewood Vineyards | Spicewood, Texas | Patricia Wine Barrel

They have these cute barrel chairs and I made Patricia model in them.

Spicewood Vineyards | Spicewood, Texas | Mellie Dee & Patricia

We decided and shared the Estate Grown Tasting Menu that came with seven different tastings. Also … Why is my eye so funky? Haha

Spicewood Vineyards | Spicewood, Texas | Grapevines

I wanted to get a good shot with the Grapevines in the back but if you can tell, the rock the glass is on is darker because I spilled a bit of my wine when I tried to balance it. Fail.

Spicewood Vineyards | Spicewood, Texas | Waterfall

I found a cute little stream that did better for my glass balancing.

Spicewood Vineyards | Spicewood, Texas | Pokemon

We relaxed, listening to the stream flow and the wind blow while catching Pokemons and battling at the gym. I won!

Spicewood Vineyards | Spicewood, Texas | Cows

As we were leaving we saw cows in the middle of the road so I jumped out and took some pictures. I’ve never seen cow poop until today and man are they HUGE!

Main Street Shopping | Marble Falls, Texas

We drove back to Marble Falls and went on Main Street for some shopping.

Main Street Shopping | Marble Falls, Texas | Gelato & Souvenirs

Patricia got a gelato while I did some souvenir shopping. Ghost pepper pickles for Dad, uncured bacon jam for BIL, pumpkin and turtle and owl decoration for Mum, and a little Rizzo for myself.

Main Street Shopping | Marble Falls, Texas | Percussion Instruments

We bumped into a percussion instrument playground! I wonder if anyone ever actually comes and makes music together.

Bear King Brewing Co | Marble Falls, Texas

We made a stop at Bear King Brewery Co since I haven’t been to a brewery in a long time and it was on my list of places to take him at the time.

Bear King Brewing Co | Marble Falls, Texas | Beer Flight

They had some IPAs on the board but I decided on ones I’d love more. The heffenwizen is my favourite over the porter which I was very surprised about. Since I didn’t have a significant other to help share, I had to force myself to down them all even though I was full to the brim!

Hotel by the Lake in Marble Falls, Texas

We headed back to the hotel to relax a bit where I watched an episode of Westworld. Our hotel is near the lake which is nice but we weren’t lucky to have a room with a view.

Rae's Bar & Grill | Marble Falls, Texas

Soon enough we were out the door to Rae’s Bar & Grill to meet up with Patricia’s friend, Nancy.

Rae's Bar & Grill | Marble Falls, Texas | Steak Dinner, Spicy Mac & Cheese

Patricia and I both got steaks and shared a side of Mac and cheese while Nancy ordered a burger. I’ve been craving steak so it was perfect!

We are currently sitting at Rae’s still listening to people sing karaoke. There are actually a lot of people here so I guess it’s the thing to do on a Saturday night here.

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries, Travel Tagged With: American, Barbecue, Breweries, Coffee and Tea, Marble Falls, Spicewood, Texas, Wineries

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