Finally Caught the Flying Stove
Posted on March 11, 2012 by Ching under Food and Drink.
Our FOODIES blog crashed last night, but it was all for the best. Were it not for the blog crashing, I would not have realized that the domain expires this year. See there’s always a silver lining, even when disasters happen. That’s the eternal optimist in me. Anyway, I’ve decided not to renew the domain when it expires in September so I’m going to return to doing all of my food blogging here. Just wanted to give you guys a heads up. All of the old FOODIES blog entries will still be accessible here, so not to worry if you’re looking for that sangria recipe or food picture or restaurant review.
With all that said, let me tell you about our first food truck experience. We’d been trying to catch The Flying Stove since BJ mentioned it on Facebook. However, since the truck moves around to various locations and with our busy work schedules, it’s been quite challenging. Yesterday, I saw a note on Facebook that they were going to be in front of Abode. Brian and I figured this was our chance to try it.
Here’s what the food truck looks like, in case you’re looking for it.
This is a photo of Brian placing our food order.
Jenni, who happened to be downtown at the same time, met us there. She ordered the Korean bulgogi, which is great for someone on a low-carb, high protein diet because they’re basically protein tacos — meat wrapped in lettuce. Holy cow! When she got that thing, it smelled so good! I kind of wish I would have ordered it. However, that feeling subsided after my first bite of the bahn mi.
This thing had such amazing flavor. I’m not a huge fan of bahn mis but, if they all tasted like this one, I would have been converted sooner. It had to be the most delicious bahn mi I’d ever tasted. It had just the right amount of spiciness to it. Brian was actually surprised that I liked it as much as I did because I’m not a big fan of spicy foods. This was just the right combination of sweet and spicy, though. The little kick at the end is perfect.
We wanted to sample as much of the food as we could because we weren’t sure if we’d ever see the food truck again, so we also ordered a couple of turkey sliders. So we both had a turkey slider each and then half of a bahn mi. It’s really too much food for that late at night, but this month is screwed anyway (with the ice cream I ate the other day and all the soda I’ve been drinking and all the eating out) that we figured might as well splurge (notice I didn’t say binge; binge is a bad word).
The turkey sliders were good, but not nearly as good as the bahn mi. So when you finally try The Flying Stove, don’t bother looking at the menu. Just get the bahn mi. It is the best thing that they make, hands down.
Here’s a picture of the menu for those of you who are curious what else they offer. You don’t need it, though. Bahn mi is all you need to know. The Korean bulgogi is probably a close second, but it’s quite messy to eat when you’re not sitting down. The bahn mi is the perfect on the go food.
Here’s a picture of Jenni eating her Korean bulgogi while trying not to make a mess in the car. See what I mean? Anyway, I have a feeling that we will be following The Flying Stove around this summer. LOL!
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Look, I Haven’t Killed It (Yet)
Posted on March 10, 2012 by Ching under Life.
I’m in charge of watering Jan’s orchid while she’s off work recovering. I just wanted to show everyone that, despite my occasional forgetfulness, I’ve managed to keep it alive. I’m just really glad that it’s an orchid because orchids are relatively easy to care for. Were it any other plant, I think it would have been dead by now. LOL.
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Reminiscing
Posted on March 5, 2012 by Ching under Life.
A couple of years ago today, Brian and I were at Derby High School to watch a production where Logan was cast one of the Munchkins. While there we perused the wall of senior pictures.
Brian showed me his dad’s photo. He was in the class of ’72.
Here’s Brian’s own photo. He was in the class of ’92.
Yes. That’s him sporting a mullet and a bolo. LOL.
Then there’s me. Anyway, I’ll leave you with this song by the Little River Band because it fits the title of this post. Enjoy!
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First TGIF of the Year
Posted on March 4, 2012 by Ching under Life.
We had a great time at TGIF the other night. Mitzi’s line dancing class was a lot of fun. Makes want to go to a Country Western bar. 😉
Our group went to Fox & Hound after to continue the party.
Even though we didn’t win anything, Brian and I met some new people and had a great time. I think the best part of TGIF was when C found out that I spoke Spanish. He was like, “Is there anything you can’t do?” Don’t answer that. It felt good for a second. LOL.
TGIF was a lot of fun. Looking forward to the next one!
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Some of My Favorites from Gina’s Birthday
Posted on March 4, 2012 by Ching under Life.
When you’re a big deal, you celebrate two (or three) times. Here are some pics from both weekends. This first one is of Brian and Gina Ann at Suede.
The “arrasando” crew came out to celebrate with us.
We had so much fun dancing the night away.
I’d have to say that was the most fun salsa night ever!
Brian got bit and it was captured on camera, but not to worry. We are not pressing charges because we love Katie.
Gina with her Zumba guys Adrian, Julio, and Carlos. Can’t wait until Adrian is back doing Zumba with us. We miss you, Adrian!
Me with my newest Zumba friends Meg and Katie.
Our group at Suede. Kuya Tony was there too. He should have been next to Tita Rose, but our photographer Brian couldn’t get us all to fit in the photo.
The following weekend, we met Gina and some of her friends at Abuelo’s.
Then continued the celebration at the Pumphouse after dinner.
We had a great time at the Pumphouse, even though Brian and I only stayed for an hour or so. I’d already had several glasses of sangria by then and I was getting pretty sleepy. Some get belligerent; I just pass out.
This weekend was TGIF at the East Central Genesis Health Clubs location. The branch has been known to throw the lamest TGIF parties, but this one was actually fun. Stay tuned for those pics. I’ll be posting them next.
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