Sunday, October 29, 2017
Saturday, October 21, 2017
Culture Day and Capital Grille
After a little culture day at the SAM, we proceeded to take advantage of the perks offered by AMEX in giving us $50 off at Capital Grille.
Had a pretty good time - looove getting a discount.
Had a pretty good time - looove getting a discount.
Friday, October 20, 2017
Sunday, October 15, 2017
Saturday, October 14, 2017
Charmander Glowing Belly
A little pumpkin carving outing today. Never knew wifey had such skill with the knife!
Sooo happy! I helped make the belly.
Sooo happy! I helped make the belly.
Sunday, October 08, 2017
Cotton Anniversary Celebration - Secret Outing: Popeyes and Hama Hama!!
The instructions from the Friday night were - pack enough clothes for an overnight stay, with one outdoor outfit. With that, the anniversary celebration plans are set in motion!
We woke up somewhat early on Saturday morning, and headed down towards the ferry terminal (as I had correctly guessed). What I did not realize though was that we were headed to Bremerton, and more did I not know was that we were headed to Hama Hama - the land of oysters!!!
The first unexpected surprise was after getting gas, we stumbled upon a Popeye's. Popeye's as folks here know is pretty rare in the west coast, but this Popeye's was like no other. This Popeye's in Bremerton is probably the best Popeye's I've had in years. Clean, super hot, super crispy, great service - if every Popeye's was like them, they'd take over the world!
After the brief surprise, we would proceed northwest towards the first destination. Hama Hama Hood Canal. Eating oysters by the picnic table with a bottle of wine, facing out into the bay... Ahhhh life is sweet!
After the snack, we headed to Alderbrook Resorts, where we would spend the night at. This is where we discovered how helpful a pillow fortress is...
The next morning, we got some breakfast in bed. Then after started off with a light morning hike.
Then we proceeded to Oyster Fest!
Oyster Fest was really really fun even though it was not what we expected.
Given it was an Oyster Fest, we (or at least I) was expecting it to have tons and tons of raw oysters waiting for me to buy and devour. Instead, it turns out there was only one small stall shucking oysters, and the rest were mainly cooked food (some oyster related liked baked oysters, or bacon wrapped oysters, but also other food like coconut shrimp, shaved ice, candied apple, etc.). Luckily, that one stall had 3 shuckers, and 3 different types of oysters, and not a long line up. I would easily end up eating 18 oysters when all is said and done.
We also witnessed an oyster shucking competition. Pretty amazing to see these shuckers go. 2 dozens oysters shucked and plated in less than 3 minutes (~7.5s per oyster).. and they were not even the fastest of the day!!!
The coconut shrimp was actually the best tasting (yes, even over the raw oyster), and I got a free beer at the beer garden when someone who was leaving gave me their ticket (so nice of them). We also found some high quality candied apples, which we gladly bought a few of.
So in a nutshell, this was a very well run event that showcased a lot of the local organizations. There was even a couple booths with kids making food and what not (ie. a booth for boy and girls scouts, and even the local high school).
Thank you lil friend aka wifey for organizing. You are the best wifey in the world!
We woke up somewhat early on Saturday morning, and headed down towards the ferry terminal (as I had correctly guessed). What I did not realize though was that we were headed to Bremerton, and more did I not know was that we were headed to Hama Hama - the land of oysters!!!
The first unexpected surprise was after getting gas, we stumbled upon a Popeye's. Popeye's as folks here know is pretty rare in the west coast, but this Popeye's was like no other. This Popeye's in Bremerton is probably the best Popeye's I've had in years. Clean, super hot, super crispy, great service - if every Popeye's was like them, they'd take over the world!
After the brief surprise, we would proceed northwest towards the first destination. Hama Hama Hood Canal. Eating oysters by the picnic table with a bottle of wine, facing out into the bay... Ahhhh life is sweet!
The next morning, we got some breakfast in bed. Then after started off with a light morning hike.
Then we proceeded to Oyster Fest!
Given it was an Oyster Fest, we (or at least I) was expecting it to have tons and tons of raw oysters waiting for me to buy and devour. Instead, it turns out there was only one small stall shucking oysters, and the rest were mainly cooked food (some oyster related liked baked oysters, or bacon wrapped oysters, but also other food like coconut shrimp, shaved ice, candied apple, etc.). Luckily, that one stall had 3 shuckers, and 3 different types of oysters, and not a long line up. I would easily end up eating 18 oysters when all is said and done.
We also witnessed an oyster shucking competition. Pretty amazing to see these shuckers go. 2 dozens oysters shucked and plated in less than 3 minutes (~7.5s per oyster).. and they were not even the fastest of the day!!!
The coconut shrimp was actually the best tasting (yes, even over the raw oyster), and I got a free beer at the beer garden when someone who was leaving gave me their ticket (so nice of them). We also found some high quality candied apples, which we gladly bought a few of.
So in a nutshell, this was a very well run event that showcased a lot of the local organizations. There was even a couple booths with kids making food and what not (ie. a booth for boy and girls scouts, and even the local high school).
Thank you lil friend aka wifey for organizing. You are the best wifey in the world!
Friday, October 06, 2017
Planting Season 2: Tomato.. The lone survivor
This year has not been a good season for our tomatoes. While everyone else has had a good haul, our result is shown in the picture.
3 plant stalks, 6 months, one baby tomato.
Hopefully we do better next year!
(PS. This one tomato was very juicy, and delicious)
Saturday, September 30, 2017
First concert - Eagles...
Today I went to my first live concert. The Eagles.
While I didn't know most of the songs, it was pretty fun. Love drinking beer on stadium seats. It was also pretty interesting to see all these older folks all under one roof, having a great time.
There was also a crazy young dude in front of us - who looked like he was really enjoying himself. Good for him!
Thank you to lil friend to organizing and taking me to my first ever live concert!
Friday, September 29, 2017
Stealth Surprise
I drop her off, park the car. Walk in, and then up the stairs, and boom! ... I see that it was a stealth surprise.
Had a buffalo rib eye.. Mmmm... Oh, and the dessert was really really good.
Sunday, September 24, 2017
阿一鮑翅 Dinner Celebration
With very many weddings in a row now without shark's fin, today was the day I take destiny into my own hands.
Came up with an excuse that we need to celebrate (Cocoshower, becoming a dinsoaur), so we ended up at 阿一鮑翅 (Grand Honor Restaurant) where we will definitely get to have some shark's fin! Mmmmmm....
So we arrive, and the place did not disappoint. They had a 天下第一翅 on their menu! So of course we had to order that. Served in a a clay pot, it was delllicious.
As part of the set menu, there was abalone as well. The other two courses (beef and vegetable), was also very well done. All in all, very happy :).
Came up with an excuse that we need to celebrate (Cocoshower, becoming a dinsoaur), so we ended up at 阿一鮑翅 (Grand Honor Restaurant) where we will definitely get to have some shark's fin! Mmmmmm....
So we arrive, and the place did not disappoint. They had a 天下第一翅 on their menu! So of course we had to order that. Served in a a clay pot, it was delllicious.
As part of the set menu, there was abalone as well. The other two courses (beef and vegetable), was also very well done. All in all, very happy :).
Congratulation... to me!
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