#FridayFinds - Sidelines Italian Grille

We never seem to learn our lesson and keep trying new Italian restaurants...
Our track record isn't very good (see previous #FridayFinds for proof)...
But we did find a winner this time!

It doesn't beat Rosie's, but it isn't as crowded - so that pushes it up the list.

Bruschetta

Chicken Gnocchi

Allison's Lasagna

Manicotti

Full disclosure - the Lasagna and Manicotti pictures may be switched.  :)
The pics have been on my phone for awhile and I can't remember which was which.

Namaste.

Remembering - Hexx's Breakfast Potatoes

Hexx is one of our favorite breakfast places in Las Vegas.
I absolutely adore their breakfast potatoes!

So much that this past trip, I only ordered their breakfast potatoes and a granola parfait as my meal.

And I quickly realized that the chef's was having a very bad day...
They were horrible - dry, bland and cold.
I sent them back and they wanted to try again.
And though they were better (at least they were warm) I sent them back again and had bacon instead.

They reassured me that they didn't change the recipe...
I will try again...
But it truly did put a hole in this last Vegas trip.

Namaste.

#FridayFinds - Mancy's Steakhouse

We've lived in the SE Michigan area for almost two years and we keep saying that we need to try the "well known" steakhouse, but we never do...

Now, keep in mind that we tried Mancy's Italian restaurant and we weren't fans.

But, everyone kept telling us that Mancy's is known for their steaks and we should definitely give it a try.  So for my birthday, MBB took me to Mancy's Steakhouse.

Macadamia Nut Crusted Brie (like the Brie, not the bread - too hard)

Tournedos Oscar

Mashed Cauliflower (I liked, MBB didn't - no surprise there)

NOTE: My picture of MBB's filet mignon didn't turn out and by the time that I realized it, the steak was in his belly...


Overall, we were happy.

Now, I will say that for the price - it is definitely a special occasion location only...
But I am glad that we can now say that we have gone.

Namaste.

#FridayFinds - Chayo in Las Vegas

We attempted to head to Hash House in Vegas for lunch, but the line was way too long...
(Never fear - we made it another time)

So, we ventured into a new Mexican restaurant at the Lync...

Queso Dip w/ Chorizo

Chicken Al Pastor Burrito (no beans, queso on top)

Chayo Breakfast Burrito

The verdict?
No thanks.

My breakfast burrito was 90% black beans and was so dry that I could barely eat it.
MBB didn't care for his burrito either.
The highlight of the meal?  The queso dip.

Namaste.

#FridayFinds - The Inside Five Brewing Co.

Our weekly crew decided to try out The Inside Five Brewing Co. in Sylvania, OH.
Wasn't bad - if you are a beer drinker, you should try it.
We aren't, so it probably won't be a repeat for us...But is still a good place to go.

I decided to try some beer - since we were at a brewery...
TBD (Lost one of my pictures), Kilt On (Scottish Ale), Sqaures or Triangles (PB & J),
Pregame Mean (Donut, Maple Syrup & Coffee Sweet Stout)

I don't remember the name of the three hamburgers that we ordered... but they were all good.

Namaste.

#FridayFinds - Barbarian Cheese Steak Co

We found a little cheese steak place in Temperance, MI.
I will admit that we have been there a few times (even once with our weekly group).

Cheese Fries

We have tried a lot of the sandwiches... I think they could improve their sauces a bit, but overall the sandwiches are good.

Namaste.

#FridayFinds - Rumours

There is a restaurant in Sylvania, OH called Rumours.
MBB and I have avoided it because it reminds us of an establishment in the Cincinnati area that ISN'T a restaurant...
But it was picked by our weekly dinner group, so there we went.

Let me just say that the portions are HUGE...
And the spice level (taste, not heat) had a lot to be desired...Very bland.

Tabouli Salad - Not a repeat for any of us

Chef Salad - was good

Chili - too many beans

Gyros Meat & Hommous appetizer - was good, but huge

The Greek Trio - Spinach Pie, Mousaka (Eggplant), Pastitsio(Greek Lasagna)

Gyros Dinner (We think)

Namaste.

#FridayFinds - Cabo Wabo Cantina in Las Vegas

We found a new Mexican restaurant in Las Vegas while we were waiting to see Criss Angel.
It was pretty good - the location may keep it from being a normal repeat, but it is definitely on the "could return" list.

Cheese dip - this is the one that most likely will not be a repeat.

Fish Tacos - Yummy (The rice wasn't that great though)

MBB's Burrito

Namaste.

#FridayFinds - Coney Island Co.

Chili Cheese Fries... Not up to Kentucky standards

Chili Cheese Dogs

Cheeseburger Wrap (I think)

MBB and I stopped into Coney Island Co in Lambertville, MI.
It was way better than we expected (and had more people there than we expected), but probably not a repeat for us.

Namaste.

Saying Goodbye...

I was doing so good blogging in 2019...
Granted - a majority of the time, it was only one post per week (gotta love #FridayFinds), but I was posting!


Then, life happened.
And not in a good way.


I was a few weeks behind due to work overload, but had pictures queued up to go...
Then, I got that dreaded text that no one wants: You need to come home, quickly.


I made it...
I had to say goodbye...
To the beautiful, loving, amazing MommyMarie.


So, I apologize for anyone that does read here...
But, it may be awhile before I am done with the paperwork and all of the crazy stuff that comes along with a close family member making their final transition.


Though, I don't think the tears will go away for a very long time...


Namaste.