Family Food Day

This last Saturday, my family had gone on somewhat of a food adventure. Looking at these pictures had me realize how food is actually so important to our family. After church, we go out to eat. We go to the mall, we go out to eat. Someone's visiting, we go out to eat. It's like whatever we do, it's always rewarded by some really good food. Come to think of it, everyone's getting ready to get some Pho :).

Anyways, my day started with my favorite Green Tea Frapp and a brownie that I couldn't possibly pass on. But look at these new (I think) pastry packaging. It was such a cute/tasty combination of colors.

After church my family headed over the bridge for some good Pho @Pho.com. Most of the places my family takes me are new to me considering they decided to explore other cuisines while I was away for college (hmpf!). I got the Wonton Soup and it was delicious. I ordered the small size and I still couldn't finish it. 

Afterwards, my family for some reason still had room for desserts so we stopped by Gary's Bakery & Bistro. While my mom was buying a fresh loaf of bread, I was distracted by the dessert display. It was nearing the end of the day and they only had a few treats left. My brother ended up buying a couple of Tiramisu for later. 

Then my mom mentioned this one place that apparently had the best crepes in town and the next thing I knew, we pull up to Mojo Crepes. The first thing I notice is the cute little monkeys on their windows and the Nutella bottles on their wall. I was about to order my crepe when I notice their ice creams and I literally almost lost my head when I noticed they had Green Tea as one of the flavors! I was in dessert heaven.

Although I didn't get crepes, I had a few sample from my mom's and brother's strawberry banana crepes. So I didn't really miss out on anything.

The place also had lounge chairs everywhere and a couple of pool tables. My family and I played for a bit and it was fun just hanging out for a change. Overall the place seemed perfect for couples and a sweet spot for hanging out with your friends. I may be back for some green tea ice cream soon.

As I sit here typing out my day, this lovely Tiramisu is being devoured. Thanks bro.

So whenever you're in the northwest, specifically Portland, OR, be sure to check those places out. I'm sure it won't disappoint!

Pre-Vacation Adventure

I'm finally back home in Washington but before I left, my friends and I decided to get together. I love any place that serves rice with their meals so naturally, I decided to go to a fancy Asian restaurant. Asia Bay is right by well, a "bay". But don't let the nasty water fool you, it was far from bad on the inside.

I ordered a tempura/teriyaki bento box that I unfortunately forgot to take a picture of because I was so hungry but before it came, I had a decent size miso soup as a side. Going there at lunch time was a great idea because for such a fancy place, their prices were unbelievably cheap. My whole meal cost $13 and satisfied me enough until dinner time!

Afterwards we decided to get some dessert. My friend and I discovered a hidden jem called Baci Gelato in Fort Lauderdale. They have one of the best gelato ice creams I've ever had! My favorite is the mint chocolate chip.

My anxiety for flying was finally kicking in. I have this weird relationship with coffee that instead of it waking me up, it helps me fall asleep. So in hoping it will help me sleep 40,000 feet in the air, I decided to try one of their cappuccinos.

It was a nice ending to my last day in Florida. Whenever you're in my side of the sunny state, check those places out and look forward to more food adventures now that I'm home.