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Los Cabos in Jenks
Posted on September 28, 2022 by Ching under Food and Drink, Travel.
We found the cutest Mexican restaurant at Riverwalk Crossing in Jenks, Oklahoma. It is called Los Cabos and they have fun live music on the weekends.
The place is so cool. I kind of wish we would do something similar along our own river corridor. Anyway, here are some pics of our delicious food.
I love going out to eat with a bunch of friends because, not only is the company wonderful, but also I can get ten times as many food pictures instead of just the one or two dishes that Brian and I are having.
Brian was late leaving Wichita so he didn’t get to join us for dinner. I ordered his food to go and we took it back to the Airbnb. Besides, we didn’t want to be away from Saki too long.
Anyway, I really liked Los Cabos and look forward to returning when I play the Tulsa Pickleball Classic tournament next year. And, yes, I will definitely be playing in it again. Such a fun, well-organized tournament. More on that next post. Until next time, GNG.
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Cajun Ed’s in Tulsa
Posted on September 28, 2022 by Ching under Food and Drink, Travel.
It was my first time in Tulsa and also my first time at Cajun Ed’s. The restaurant was recommended by the concierge at the hotel we stayed at. Well, Cindy and Ed Egan stayed at that hotel for the weekend. I only booked a room for one night because Brian and I had an Airbnb already for Friday and Saturday night. The plan was for me to ride down with Cindy and Ed and then Brian would grab Saki from our house and head down after he got off work on Friday night.
However, we found out later that the 50/50 mixed doubles had an 8 AM start so then Cindy and Ed decided to drive down on Thursday. Cindy I was riding with them, I went ahead and booked a night at the same hotel. Although, it ended up raining all night long and we didn’t start at 8 in the morning anyway.
I had a nice time hanging out with Cindy and Ed, and the three of us went to dinner at Cajun Ed’s. The girl at the hotel front desk said it was really good and we thought Ed being part of the name made it sound fun.
Here are some pictures of our dinner.
I also ordered a cup of the gumbo because Cindy and Ed both had it and it looked good. It was kind of expensive at $8 for the bowl. I figured it would be discounted since I was adding it on to my meal. There was no half/cheap button on their register. Everything was full-priced.
This was honestly one of those situations where the food looked better than it tasted. My bacon-wrapped pork chop and rice were good but this gumbo was a tad too salty for me. At least it wasn’t too spicy, I guess.
I had the strawberry beignet for dessert because our server said it was her favorite.
Cindy and Ed shared the pecan pie ala mode (that means with ice cream).
Anyway, dinner wasn’t bad overall. I love experiencing places that we don’t have in Wichita so that was the best part. I am grateful to Cindy and Ed for letting me ride down to Tulsa with them and letting me tag along. It was super helpful, specially since Brian couldn’t take the day off.
More on the Tulsa trip next post. Until next time, GNG.
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Resort Food
Posted on September 12, 2022 by Ching under Food and Drink, Travel.
Pictures of our delicious dinner at El Patio on the first night.
I discovered the mango mezcalita on this trip and it was my absolute favorite drink while there. Of course, some were tastier than others depending on which bar or bartender made it.
Here are some pictures of our breakfast the next morning.
Lunch at Seaside Grill…
Giant calamari and itty bitty dessert.
Dinner at Himitsu…
Dinner at Portofino…
Fancy wedding food…
So much food, so little time… LOL. Anyway, this isn’t all the food that we ate but all the ones I got pics of — there was so much to eat, as is what always happens at all-inclusive resorts. Until next time, GNG.
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Tulum, Mexico Wedding Highlights
Posted on September 8, 2022 by Ching under Events, Travel.
Mexico was a quick getaway for us just to get a break from our day to day. We had planned to stay at Hotel Xcaret, currently our favorite resort in Mexico, during the week of our 20th anniversary but then I found that Erica and her fiance Phillip were getting married in Tulum that same week. We quickly decided to change resorts and stay at the resort where they are having the wedding instead.
Pictures of the beach and pictures of the pool… Our room had a great view of both but the location wasn’t the best when it’s “party time” at the pool. The most peaceful time is first thing in the morning when people are still asleep.
Brian and I arrived on Wednesday and had a day to ourselves on Thursday before wedding festivities began.
Guests arrived throughout the week with everyone pretty much at the location on Friday. I was so impressed with how many friends and family members came to celebrate with Erica and Phillip. The bride and groom hosted a “meet and greet” on Friday night that gave everyone an opportunity to meet all the the other guests. Several people toasted the lovely couple and Big Lou gave a nice long speech.
Here’s a group pic of everyone from Friday night.
These next set of pics were taken at the ceremony and reception.
Between the ceremony and reception, we were treated to cocktails on the beach while being entertained by a local Mariachi Band as the family and wedding party took photos. Erica’s dad and aunt even sang along with the band.
Here’s a picture of the beautiful couple at the rooftop reception.
Brian and I had a wonderful time and even danced to a few songs. I stole this pic from Erica’s Facebook.
Then I made a highlight video consisting of pictures that I took and also some I grabbed from Facebook. Dreams Tulum did such a fabulous job with Erica and Phillip’s wedding. It almost made us want to renew our vows.
Until next time. GNG.
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Resort Food
Posted on August 16, 2022 by Ching under Food and Drink, Travel.
We were super impressed with the coffee shop/bar at Hyatt Regency Newport Beach. It’s a coffee shop in the morning and turns into a bar that serves actually pretty good food at night. Look at this transformation!
Here are some pictures of food we got from the bar.
Flatbread Pizza
Truffle Fries
Creme Brulee
The resort also has a nice seafood restaurant onsite called Shor. We had a delicious, leisurely breakfast there one morning.
I was feeling fancy and ordered the crab cakes benedict. It is a seafood restaurant after all. When in Rome, right?
Brian got bacon, eggs, and potatoes, which he used to make a breakfast sandwich.
Food was not cheap but it was pretty good. We enjoyed our stay at this resort overall. The experience lived up to the Hyatt Regency brand. I wouldn’t mind staying here again if I play in the USAP Newport Beach pickleball tournament next year. Until next time, GNG.
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