Last Sunday BF and I headed out to play pool downtown with some friends.
Free pool and $2 beer... we couldn't say no.
A few pitchers in and a few hours later we decided to try the food. After checking out the menu provided on the tables adjacent to the pool tables we chose fried mushrooms and chili cheese fries.
I went up to the counter to order and was told they didn't have enough for a serving of mushrooms (this was quite annoying especially after they ran out of the beer we wanted) then the waitress said they didn't have chili cheese fries. The owner happened to be sitting just next to where I was ordering and asked me if I ordered off the menu. Of course I did, that's why I had ordered them.
It baffles me that we were there around dinner time and they didn't have any food to offer.
I just don't understand how businesses can be so ill prepared for opening. I'll give this place one more try, but they blew their first impression.
:)
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Thoughts on a Thursday
- End of my first week at work. I'm in over my head.
- I hate the heat. It makes me feel puffy.
- Why is the Thursday Market so awesome?
- Why was I so afraid of my high schoolers? They're great.
- I'm very happy I get new roommates. My old ones were the meanest/stupidest people I'd ever met.
- I might like tacos more than I originally thought.
:)
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
The Market That Wasn't There
Annie's Asian Grill...
What can I say? It's so so so close to BF's house and for some reason we rarely go.
On this particular day, we walked down to the Thursday market. Except the Thursday market wasn't there. Something about thunderstorm warnings on a clear, sunny day and they cancel the market. Since we were already out and about, we decided to grab some dinner. We sat on Annie's cute back patio under the twinkle lights and canopies.
I chose a tasty Teriyaki chicken plate that came with warm miso soup from right off the stove, perfectly sticky rice, and a wonderfully cool salad.
BF chose the biggest bento I've ever seen in my life. His bento was filled to its brim with panko breaded pork, Teriyaki chicken, California rolls, a salad, miso soup, and rice.
No other Asian cuisine in town could offer what Annie's does. Amazing food and a great atmosphere that's perfect for a warm summer evening.
:)
What can I say? It's so so so close to BF's house and for some reason we rarely go.
On this particular day, we walked down to the Thursday market. Except the Thursday market wasn't there. Something about thunderstorm warnings on a clear, sunny day and they cancel the market. Since we were already out and about, we decided to grab some dinner. We sat on Annie's cute back patio under the twinkle lights and canopies.
I chose a tasty Teriyaki chicken plate that came with warm miso soup from right off the stove, perfectly sticky rice, and a wonderfully cool salad.
BF chose the biggest bento I've ever seen in my life. His bento was filled to its brim with panko breaded pork, Teriyaki chicken, California rolls, a salad, miso soup, and rice.
No other Asian cuisine in town could offer what Annie's does. Amazing food and a great atmosphere that's perfect for a warm summer evening.
:)
Friday, June 5, 2009
On Food and Dating... Mexican Style
BF and I both love food. He cooks and I bake. Although, he loves to help decorate cookies and mix frosting colors.
Since it is summer break, we have a lot more time to hang out. Which means we've been eating our way around town. After craving nachos all day, we stumbled into Chronic Tacos. I think we only chose to go here because they have cheap beer. The pictures do not do the food justice. I just forgot to take them before I started digging in.
BF got a carnitas taco which is not here because it was gone by the time I snapped these. I got a grilled mahi mahi taco which is pictured as a half eaten mess. And we shared bean and cheese nachos. They may look basic but the flavor of the beans and the cheese was awesome.
I like that you order your taco and then you get to put whatever you want on it. I put something called Baja sauce on mine and it was perfectly creamy and spicy and complemented the fish and lime juice well. Then it was topped off with cabbage and just a dash of cheese.
Overall we were pleasantly surprised with this place. BF liked the laid-back surfer vibe and I'd have to agree; it was a great little hangout. I believe we will be frequenting Chronic Tacos in the very near future.
:)
Since it is summer break, we have a lot more time to hang out. Which means we've been eating our way around town. After craving nachos all day, we stumbled into Chronic Tacos. I think we only chose to go here because they have cheap beer. The pictures do not do the food justice. I just forgot to take them before I started digging in.
BF got a carnitas taco which is not here because it was gone by the time I snapped these. I got a grilled mahi mahi taco which is pictured as a half eaten mess. And we shared bean and cheese nachos. They may look basic but the flavor of the beans and the cheese was awesome.
I like that you order your taco and then you get to put whatever you want on it. I put something called Baja sauce on mine and it was perfectly creamy and spicy and complemented the fish and lime juice well. Then it was topped off with cabbage and just a dash of cheese.
Overall we were pleasantly surprised with this place. BF liked the laid-back surfer vibe and I'd have to agree; it was a great little hangout. I believe we will be frequenting Chronic Tacos in the very near future.
:)
Sunday, May 31, 2009
When Roommates Let Their Bananas Die...
... I make banana bread!
It's inevitable.
I hate watching bananas go to waste. Especially when they are at their full banana bread status potential. ESPECIALLY when I can make it in just one bowl!
Banana Bread
by Elise on Simply Recipes
Ingredients
3 or 4 ripe bananas, smashed
1/3 cup melted butter
1 cup sugar (easily reduce to 3/4 cup)
1 egg, beaten
1 tsp vanilla
1 tsp baking soda
1 pinch of salt
1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
Preheat oven to 350 F.
With a wooden spoon, mix butter into the mashed bananas in a large mixing bowl. Mix in the sugar, egg, and vanilla.Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture and mix in. Add the flour last, mix. Pour mixture into a buttered 4x8 loaf pan. Bake for 1 hour. Coll on a rack. Remove from pan and slice to serve.
Mine turned out looking kinda like a muffin. This is because it is easier for me (lazy college student) to grab and eat. Slicing takes way too much effort, I dirty a knife, and end up making a mess of crumbs on the counter.
:)
It's inevitable.
I hate watching bananas go to waste. Especially when they are at their full banana bread status potential. ESPECIALLY when I can make it in just one bowl!
Banana Bread
by Elise on Simply Recipes
Ingredients
3 or 4 ripe bananas, smashed
1/3 cup melted butter
1 cup sugar (easily reduce to 3/4 cup)
1 egg, beaten
1 tsp vanilla
1 tsp baking soda
1 pinch of salt
1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
Preheat oven to 350 F.
With a wooden spoon, mix butter into the mashed bananas in a large mixing bowl. Mix in the sugar, egg, and vanilla.Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture and mix in. Add the flour last, mix. Pour mixture into a buttered 4x8 loaf pan. Bake for 1 hour. Coll on a rack. Remove from pan and slice to serve.
Mine turned out looking kinda like a muffin. This is because it is easier for me (lazy college student) to grab and eat. Slicing takes way too much effort, I dirty a knife, and end up making a mess of crumbs on the counter.
:)
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
My Weekend in Mostly Pictures
Here I am the day after the accident. My birthday wasn't until Friday but BF can never wait to give me presents because he's adorable :)
Here is my birthday drink of choice. My favorite: the Gin and Tonic.
We did presents at my place when my parents got into town on Friday. My aunts got me pork and beef charts :)
My parents got BF beer pong gear for graduation.
I wanted cake on my birthday so we walked/I crutched down to Upper Crust for a mini carrot cake. It was awesome.
Saturday at 7am for the traditional pre-grad ceremony drink. Me, BF, Bloody Mary, and the ever present Gin and Tonic.
My parents are all sorts of awesome for joining me that early to drink.
Then it was off to Christian Michaels...
Ramos Fizz. Makes me feel like I've gone back in time. The first of the bartender's suggestions and an amazing drink.
My very first Gin Martini. He said it was served old fashioned with a little more vermouth than the original Martini. It was love at first sip.
My cap. US Bank was wonderful enough to give me a loan to fund my education. Without them I wouldn't have been able to finish school. And I wouldn't have made it to class without drinking Rockstar everyday :)
Then it was off to Johnnie's for drinks and dinner.
Muscovy Duck Skewer. Can you say AMAZING?!
The filet. Mostly gone :)
The bright red velvet cupcakes I made.
Sunday morning pre-grad bar. I had my first Bloody Mary. Solidified my dislike for vodka, but had a good peppery flavor.
To end the weekend of festivities we went to 5th Street Steakhouse. It's too bad they pair lobster with mashed potatoes. This restaurant bugs me.
PS: I might have drank my body weight in alcohol (on Saturday alone) which is why there's not more food. Sorry.
:)
Here is my birthday drink of choice. My favorite: the Gin and Tonic.
We did presents at my place when my parents got into town on Friday. My aunts got me pork and beef charts :)
My parents got BF beer pong gear for graduation.
I wanted cake on my birthday so we walked/I crutched down to Upper Crust for a mini carrot cake. It was awesome.
Saturday at 7am for the traditional pre-grad ceremony drink. Me, BF, Bloody Mary, and the ever present Gin and Tonic.
My parents are all sorts of awesome for joining me that early to drink.
Then it was off to Christian Michaels...
Ramos Fizz. Makes me feel like I've gone back in time. The first of the bartender's suggestions and an amazing drink.
My very first Gin Martini. He said it was served old fashioned with a little more vermouth than the original Martini. It was love at first sip.
My cap. US Bank was wonderful enough to give me a loan to fund my education. Without them I wouldn't have been able to finish school. And I wouldn't have made it to class without drinking Rockstar everyday :)
Then it was off to Johnnie's for drinks and dinner.
Muscovy Duck Skewer. Can you say AMAZING?!
The filet. Mostly gone :)
The bright red velvet cupcakes I made.
Sunday morning pre-grad bar. I had my first Bloody Mary. Solidified my dislike for vodka, but had a good peppery flavor.
To end the weekend of festivities we went to 5th Street Steakhouse. It's too bad they pair lobster with mashed potatoes. This restaurant bugs me.
PS: I might have drank my body weight in alcohol (on Saturday alone) which is why there's not more food. Sorry.
:)
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Two Days Before My Birthday
Two days...
Two stinkin days!
Two days before my birthday I would've had my last final and I would've sold my textbooks back for cold hard cash, and I would've been able to buy my BFD ticket.
Well today was the day that was two days before my birthday.
Today was the day I got hit by a car while riding my bike to campus.
Campus was just a block away and my final was just 10 minutes away from starting. I was carrying with me the five books I was going to sell back. Now my mind keeps replaying my books flying above my head and lying face down in the middle of the road.
I just remember breathing and blinking.
Breathing in the cement that I have walked on and ridden my bike on for nearly five years. Blinking in disbelief. I will never forget what I felt at that moment.
Luckily I hobbled out of the emergency room with a scraped up arm, sprained ankle, and bruises all over my body.
Two days before my birthday I won a raffle for taking a survey to help out a sociology class.
Two days before my birthday I got the job I interviewed for four days before my birthday.
Tomorrow I will for sure wake up feeling like I was hit by a car.
:)
Two stinkin days!
Two days before my birthday I would've had my last final and I would've sold my textbooks back for cold hard cash, and I would've been able to buy my BFD ticket.
Well today was the day that was two days before my birthday.
Today was the day I got hit by a car while riding my bike to campus.
Campus was just a block away and my final was just 10 minutes away from starting. I was carrying with me the five books I was going to sell back. Now my mind keeps replaying my books flying above my head and lying face down in the middle of the road.
I just remember breathing and blinking.
Breathing in the cement that I have walked on and ridden my bike on for nearly five years. Blinking in disbelief. I will never forget what I felt at that moment.
Luckily I hobbled out of the emergency room with a scraped up arm, sprained ankle, and bruises all over my body.
Two days before my birthday I won a raffle for taking a survey to help out a sociology class.
Two days before my birthday I got the job I interviewed for four days before my birthday.
Tomorrow I will for sure wake up feeling like I was hit by a car.
:)
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