Fairy Peacock Dress

Bonsoir mes amours.

Here are some shots of my outfit that I bought from Singapore back in November. I love the material it's so light, flow-y and satin-like. I adore the pattern because it's just like a peacock and it's ever so fairy like. I kind of feel like Tinkerbell.  I matched it with a t-shirt cardigan for that lightweight easy breezy cover up. Can you believe it? I bought this dress for $10 SGD. Amazing. I miss shopping in Singapore. 

Oh, and I had total perfect hair that day!

Patio Weather!... At Melrose...

A couple of Mondays ago, I met up with a couple of friends for some drinks on a patio in 17th Ave as the weather was GORGEOUS. We weren't sure where to go but eventually decided on Melrose because I saw some people drinking their fish bowl drinks from a couple of days ago. It made me want to have one LOL. Unfortunately, Melrose was out of it. Actually they were out of the Tomato Boccocini salad we wanted to order too... The salad was understandable, but your most expensive drink? 

Since they didn't have the fish bowl, I asked the server to recommend me a drink. No, no, no, no. Terrible idea. He suggested the Bullseye. It was a blend of some kinda of strawberry syrup and liquor with Red Bull in it; which tasted just like strawberry medicine. I mean who wants to drink a glass full of that? Blegh! I finally settled for the Champeach which was okay... Not my cup of tea but whatever. I don't understand why you would put ice in champagne. Whose smart idea was this? Stupidly overprice for a tiny cocktail. 

We ordered some appies to share all around. We had the chicken taco salad, spinach dip, ribs and poutine. Do not get the ribs unless you want something super salty. I mean extremely salty. Which is probably not a good idea as you may die of dehydration in this hot weather. Ahahhaa, I'm just joking. But seriously, skip it. The rest of the food was okay. There's nothing really to write home about since it is pub food.

Overall, it was a pretty disappointing experience as I was actually excited to dine here. I am thankful that our server was great. He took the orders of the Bullseye and ribs back after we told him we didn't like it. We must have looked like a difficult group but can you blame us when almost all their food we wanted to get was out?

Thankfully we got some froyo after that disaster to make up for it. LOL. 

Outfit of the day: Onesie top from Sirens and sailor skirt is from Forever 21. 

Sandals are from Topshop and I am lovingggggg my nail polish. It changes in the sunlight. 

My mother was pretty shocked when I showed her. Hahaha.

Cibo Calgary

Lance and I recently got into habit into having date nights once a week. It's usually Saturdays if both of our schedules permit. We decided to start trying new restaurants each date night as there is so many different kinds of food you can get now that Calgary is turning into quite the culinary destination. Last Saturday we decided to give Cibo a go. We've tried the food here once, but we didn't really enjoy it. I think I must have been in a bad mood or something last time, but we went back for a second try. 

The one thing that we don't really like about this restaurant is the foyer/entrance area. As you step into the restaurant you are greeted by hostesses who are standing a couple of steps higher than you. It's kind of an awkward feeling as they look down while talking to you; kind of like when you're a child trying to talk to someone at a counter. We told our hostess we just wanted a table for two and she told us it would be a 30 minutes wait which we didn't mind because a. it was a Saturday and b. it was extremely sunny and packed everywhere on 17th Ave, so this was ok. Conveniently enough, the other hostess behind her said that there was available seating upstairs where she could seat us right now. Weee! While we were walking to our table, I noticed about 20 tables that were unused so I don't quite understand why the first hostess would tell us there was a 30 minute wait. Hmm... 

Anywhoooo we over-ate like pigs. D=< Don't scroll down if you're hungry. I started with a Cibo Sangria which was pretty good. I like the soft red Italian wine they used in it, but I'm pretty allergic to wine. It makes my face blow up and turn really red. =( Does anyone else get this? 

We had the scodellinas to start which are mini tapas to share. It was 5 for $18. We ordered the Smoked Ham Hock, Buffalo Mozzarella, Smoked Salmon, Eggplant Puree and Bresaola, and it all came with some baguette chips. Ahhh, the eggplant puree was so good. It makes me want to make some now that I recently got a food processor. *Big smile!* My second favorite was the smoked salmon with pistachios. *Drools* I can't say no to smoked salmon. I could eat it forever. The rest were kind of mediocre to me, but that's my food preference. 

Next up we had the pappardelle and the ravioli. Mmmm, I actually really like their pasta. It has all the right flavors and ingredients that makes you just want to keep eating. Originally we were going to share both these pastas with one another but Lance basically claimed the pappardelle. He was saying how if anyone ever captured me and asked me what his favorite noodle or pasta is it would be pappardelle. What? Who thinks of things like this? Obviously him. He loved the olives in the pasta as well and normally I can't even get him to eat olives... What?! Weirdo. 

The ravioli was lovely, but unfortunately I was kind of full from the appies. The sauce was uber creamy and delicious. I'm actually craving this right now. Omg, I can't write about food any more, especially when it's late at night. It just makes you crave everything. Terrible idea. 

What I wore to dinner: top is from Urban Planet, skirt is from Sirens, 

the cream sequins cardigan is from H&M and the shoes are Converse. 

After dinner, we walked around for a bit before heading to Tutti Frutti for some froyo. Yeah, I don't know what we were thinking getting all of that, but it was damn good. 

Happy Mother's Day

I had a wonderful time celebrating Mother's Day with my mother this weekend. She is the real definition of a mother. She is a hard worker and has given us everything we've ever wanted. She loves each and everyone of us unconditionally no matter what. And trust me, there's a lot of us to put up with. She taught me good morals and values from young that I carry over to my adult life and I can't imagine my life without her. Over the past year, I had the pleasure of travelling with her to Singapore and I will cherish that moment forever. 

Here are some of my favourite family photos. 

I would like to wish all the mothers out there a very Happy Mother's Day! 

And to everyone, please take the time to spend this day with your mother. Cherish her. She really is like a real life super hero being there whenever you need it. 

Here's what I wore to dinner. Denim blouse and high-low skirt is from Forever 21. Sandals are from Topshop and purse is from Louis Vuitton. 

Breakfast at Monki's

A couple of weeks ago, Lance took me to Monki's for breakfast. We rarely get the chance to go for breakfast any more so whenever we get to go it's well cherished. Monki's is a small restaurant that probably holds up to 25+ people. It is located on 1301 10th Ave. SW. The interior is really homey, clean and super bright. The server was great and attentive. Personally I rather go to small little hidden gems for breakfast than the big chain restaurants as their dish tend to be more creative and different. 

Has anyone had the San Pellegrino blood orange soda? It's so good and refreshing. I actually really hate oranges but I can do blood orange. I think it's the colour of it that makes it appealing to me. I started watching Dexter over a couple of months ago and in the opening he cuts up a blood orange and juices it. It made me want to eat blood oranges after. LOL. And believe it or not, a few days later my mother bought some. YES! She read my mind.

I had the Lobster Mac & Cheese. That was so delicious. The lobster was a little fishy for Lance's taste, but then again, he hates all kinds of shellfish. Sad face. They had truffle oil on it which was delish!!  I'm craving some now. Lance, let's go back soon!

I can't recall what Lance had but it had beef and potatoes in a skillet topped with eggs. 

The brisket was super tender just the way we like it. 

My First Hockey Game

Hahaha, okay fine, it wasn't an NHL game but a WHL game, nonetheless it was still on the Saddledome's Ice. FANCY ENOUGH FOR ME.
LOL.

Sorry, this post is rather old, but thought I'd post it up.

Yes, indeed, it was a Calgary Hitmen's game. I won't lie, I called them the X-Men by accident once and Lance never let that one down. Oops. Anywhooo, it was their last game of the season and though they lost, it was a very exciting game to watch in real life. People drinking beer, eating concession stand food, people cheering, dancing all while the game was going on. I only wished they did score 5 goals so I could get my 10 free Timbits, but nope. =(

Hockey isn't my thing I just went because my friend had 10 tickets that we had to use up by the end of the season. Unfortunately, there were only 6 of us that day and no Lance. It was a real sausage fest because I was the only girl. LOL. Oh well. I was lucky enough to have my friends buy me nachos and a churro. Weeee! Thanks guys!

Last, but not least, a biiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiig thank you to Hubert for the tickets! <3