The Last Mashiko

As all good things must come to an end, today is likely the last time I will be visiting Mashiko.  Over the years, the prices have gone up significantly, and the omakase is no longer worth it.

Geoduck with red shiso, Oyster with ponzu sauce

Scallop and kiwi cerviche, Rainbow trout with Raspberry ponzu

Uni on half shell, Sea Snail (Bigai')

Tako and shiso with walnut, Tuna poke with macadamia nuts on top

Tuna tartar with quail egg on top, Poached Abalone

Sushi Plate, Poached Oysters

Smelt with Daikon Sauce, Halibut Kama in a weird tasting sauce

And for desert, I was treated by Steve (the best waiter there!) another order of the Poached Abalone. Friends also brought in the classic Regent Black Forest Cake.

 Happy happy bday!.. Thanks everyone!

Bacon lover lands in Seattle!

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Engagement Photos Day

After scouting out Snoqualmie falls a couple weeks back, today was the day we would actually take our engagement photos.  Originally we had wanted to take pictures at the base of the falls, but it looks like that is actually not possible (not unless we do a climb over the fence act).

We were very happy with the pictures.  The whole day looked like it was going to rain, but luckily it didn't happen, which gave way to shots where there were clouds in the sky, which made the background pretty cool.

We did a few shots around Snolquamie falls, the train museum, and also stumbled upon a 'lavender field' - aka a location where a lady was actually selling fresh lavender.  Liked this place a lot since I think the photos turned out really well there!



Note: By special request, face is hidden behind a happy face

Pass Big Gift (過大禮) Day

First step towards happily ever after...



...Purchase Complete - No exchange, no refunds! :)

Handyman Me...

Handyman puts together Ikea frame and bed!

This was by far the biggest Ikea project I have undertaken.  This was no Laxvix.  Had to drill holes in the call, make sure things are level.

Bacon Skewers Day!

After going to a restaurant and eating some bacon wrapped esparagus, we thought - why not do it ourselves. With that...

The indgredients:
... Esparagus, Berries (Strawberries, Blackberries, Raspberries), Chopped Spring Onions, Ginger, Mushrooms, Wild Scallops, Shrimp, Alaskan King Crab Leg

The preparation
... Pre-bake bacon
... Sear and heat, Skewer it up, and eat!


Result: Success!  Deliciousss!

Seattle Works - The Promised Day

After probably years of having not shown up to a event, today was the day.

Emeritus status me, shows up, wrap hair in bandana, and off to cutting food we go.  Fun times!

Potential Venue Visiting...

Venus visiting today - getting the spheel on how everything will work...

Cous's Big Day!

Came back to T.O. this weekend to be a part of cous's big day!

Got some good tips for our own wedding later on in the year .. wuhahaha.  Also saw a few folks who I haven't seen in ages.

Just realized though that there wasn't that many of pics of me in it.. haha.. I wonder where they all went!

Congrats coussss!

Meet the parents day

After the successful proposal, next step was the first parents meet each other's parents day.

Have to say, I was pretty nervous - though I wasn't sure why.

Nevertheless, things went nice and smooth.. weeeeeeee