It's been a while since I've posted. It's been a very busy season for me. So...yep...I've basically neglected you. But never fear, you'll be getting your Mel & FTFC fix on a regular beginning now. I've got some things to share with you. Especially with the holiday's approaching.
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| Bacon Cheeseburger on an Egg Bun with Sweet Potato Fries and a Cheerwine |
For now, I'll start with the short review of a couple of things I tasted this summer. First, I was recently introduced to Smash Burger on Garner's Ferry Road in Columbia, SC. This is where the burgers are "smashed fresh" when you order them. It was juicy with perfect burger flavor.I must say I enjoyed the laid back atmosphere and the music. I had my very first taste of truffle mayo. I rather enjoyed it. Since I wasn't sure which sauce I wanted, I asked for the truffle mayo, regular mayo, and BBQ sauces on the side. I never even got around to using the regular mayo. And yes, I do eat my sweet potato fries with pep-up (pepper and ketchup). If you think that's gross, then boo on you. They have shakes that are pretty delightful also. The new flavor is PB&J. But of course I had no desire to try that. I got the Butterfinger one. (Don't hate, we stayed for 3 hours having great conversation. So I had the shake maybe 2 hours after the actual meal. Then I didn't eat again for 12 more hours. Justified.) Our server was wonderful....talkative yet informative. Needless to say, I will be a repeat customer.
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| Ruth's Chris Chocolate Sin Cake |
I also had a birthday since I last posted. I celebrated it for about a month and a half because that's what you're supposed to do when you're an adult with a little pocket money. You celebrate yourself in the way you couldn't when you were a kid. Anyway, one of my friend's took me to Ruth's Chris Steak House to celebrate. This was my first time going. Overall I very much enjoyed my food. However, I don't think it's nearly as rave worthy as everyone makes it. It's definitely without dispute overpriced. (If you know me you know I'm so cheap I'm a bit on the frugal side. I better be getting the full bang for my buck if I'm going to go all out. And even if I didn't pay for this lunch, I want those I'm with to get their full money's worth also.) Our server here was very nice as well. He had jokes, but hey, whatever makes your work day go by faster. I'm glad they stuck a candle in my flourless cake. And I mean just one and not _ _ (plural) candles.
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| My Birthday cake from International Cakes by Petra Rosa |
Pretty much since the spring I knew exactly what I was getting for my birthday cake this year. Funny story. Last year I went to the International Festival in Columbia, SC with my mom. Went to the Slovakia booth. We decided to split a slice of cake. This cake was massive, covered in fruit that was intricately sliced and laid out in patterns on tip of it. The second I took a bite, my mouth had a full blown Carnival going on in there. My mom got very little of this cake we were supposedly splitting. I almost went back the very next day just to get another slice but wasn't able to make it. So I had to wait an entire year to see if this booth would be back up again. I love the International Festival, but this spring I went specifically looking for this one booth. I was ecstatic when I found it! You have no idea. My first question was "Where are you located? Are you local?" And when they said "Off St. Andrews" I could have died. I yelled "Are you SERIOUS!?!?!" Let me explain. I used to live off of St. Andrews. Only a few months prior had I moved from that area. Most of that year that I'd waited, I could have easily WALKED and gotten my cake fix. The guy behind the table was laughing at my reaction. I think I startled Ms. Petra. My mom and friends think this is hilarious. Only I would wait and entire year to drive to an event to get a cake that I could've once gotten right next door. Anywho, I made sure to grab a card. When I ordered my cake I said " I don't know what it's called but it's covered in fruit and I'm absolutely sure it's soaked in something." Turns out I was jonesing for some Three Milk Cake. IT's quite DELIGHTFUL and super moist. Everything else she create looks and smells awesome too. I did try the Strawberry Mouse Cake as well. If you're ever in the area, I suggest you give these baked goods a try. They are top notch and first class. Look her up on Facebook. It's International Pastries by Petra Rosa.
Alright folks, I'll continue to get you caught up in another post very soon. I've got a few people to introduce you to. And I just can't wait.
~Until Again~
