November 29th 2023: Dinner and Dessert in Brookline

 Today, we got dessert from The new Lakon Paris Patisserie location in Brookline, the Newton location of which we visited once some time ago. Pretty small here.

We got the Passionfruit Coconut Mousse,

the Butter Croissant and Strawberry Shortcake Cube.

Pretty good texture for the croissants, with interesting fillings.

Next, we decided to get food from Mojo Ramen and Rice, a takeout place nearby, 

getting the Drunken Noodle

and the Mojo Ramen Mojo Ramen (Chashu pork and Pork Gyoza served with Tonkatsu broth topped with seasoned egg, corn, scallion, and sesame seeds.)

Pretty good for a takeout place.

November 20th 2023: Eating at Boston Logan Airport

 Today, while at the Boston Logan Airport, we decided to get quick bites, first at the Stephanie's location in Terminal E,

 the Terminal B location of which I visited before, this time getting the Kid Tenders and Fries,

which was surprisingly tasty for a kid's meal. 

We then got more food from Wow Bao nearby, getting the Spicy Mongolian Beef and BBQ Pork buns.

Interesting flavors in a Chinese bun, but nothing special overall. Looking forward to Iceland

November 17th 2023: Yafa Bakery and Cafe, Somerville

 Today, after skating at the Founders Memorial Rink in Somerville,

we decided to check out Yafa Bakery and Cafe, a popular Mediterranean cafe nearby,

where we got a free sample of their Yafa Chai Karak (sweet and spicy tea made up of black tea, cardamom, cloves and saffron),

the Donut (chocolate covered handmade gourmet doughnuts decorated with melted chocolate, chopped hazelnuts, chopped roasted almond and edible flower petals),

the Kunafah Cream (string pastry dough baked till crispy filled with a mix of two heavenly ingredients, homemade cream and cheese, then soaked with an aromatic sugar syrup flavored with orange blossom water and rose water. Topped with ground pistachio and rose petals for decoration),

the Palma (cylinder shaped homemade soft cookie rolled in white chocolate and coated with fresh toasted coconut) and mussel Baklava pistachio (thin layers of phyllo dough stuffed with pistachio. Lightly brushed with butter and topped with delicious sugar syrup) and Orange Stuffed dates (Jerusalem grown premium Medjool dates polished with orange blossom water, stuffed with sugared orange peel's mildly sweet and tangy flesh) and Mango Stuffed Dates (Jerusalem grown premium Medjool dates polished with orange blossom water, stuffed with mango peel) and Classsic Baklava.

Really good dessert here I must say. Definitely coming back again. Can see why it is so popular.

December 17th 2023: Moe's Southwest Grill, Westborough

 Today, I decided to get a quick bite from the Moe's Southwest Grill in Westborough,

getting The Stack (Served with your choice of protein, beans, shredded cheese, pico de gallo and Moe’s Famous Queso, stacked between two crunchy corn shells wrapped in a grilled tortilla.)

Just alright in my opinion. I feel this place is going down, despite the multiple locations in the state.

November 15th 2023: Eating in 3 Towns

 Today, we started out with lunch at Xiang Yu China Bistro in Brookline, which used to be Takusan Sushi, which we visited once a long time ago. Decor still looks the same though.

We got the Pickled Vegetable Beef Noodle Soup,

the Mapo Tofu with Minced Pork,

the Beef Brisket Hot Pot

 and the Buck Choy with Garlic.

Pretty good and tasty. Definitely better fare than restaurants before at this location. 

Later, we grabbed a quick bite from the new Starbucks at 200 Hartford Turnpike in Shrewsbury,

getting the Snowman Cookie for the little one.

Pretty good actually.

My last meal of the day was from Jimmy John's in Northborough,

getting the BBQ Ranch Chicken Crunch (all-natural chicken, crispy seasoned tortilla strips, sliced cheddar and topped with our new house-made BBQ Ranch sauce made with Kickin’ Ranch)

Best sandwich I have had with crunch from this place.

November 12th 2023: Mini Bites Factory, Marlborough

 Today, I decided to get a quick bite from Mini Bites Factory, a small Brazilian snack place in Marlborough, with a few other locations across the state. 

I got the Coxinha (plain chicken),

which was not bad for 5 bucks for 15 pieces. A little on the salty side though.

November 10th 2023: Mexican and Dessert in Westborough

 Today, we had dinner at the Torito location in Westborough, which still looks faintly like the Not Your Average Joe's it was before.

We got the Agua Fresca (Horchata),

the FISH TACOS (Three soft corn tortillas stuffed with golden breaded fish, onion, cilantro and cabbage. Served with lettuce, tomatoes and special dipping sauce.) 

and the CAMARONES A LA CREMA (Sauteed shrimp and mushrooms prepared in delicious sour cream sauce and parmesan cheese. Served with white rice and beans, choice of one: refried, black or charro beans. Garnished with lettuce tomato and your choice of flour or corn tortilla.)

The fish tacos were just alright, while the shrimp was not bad. Overall, not the best Mexican in the area.

For dessert, we checked out Boro Sugar Shack, a candy store in town,

getting the Chocolate Covered Marshmallow.

Glad the little one liked his dessert, and we got free fudge to try.

 

November 9th 2023: Trying the New Sandwich at Chick-fil-A, Westborough

 Today, we had a quick bite from the Chick-fil-A in Westborough, this time getting the Honey Pepper Pimento Chicken Sandwich (Chick-fil-A filet drizzled with honey, topped with pimento cheese and served on a warm, toasted bun with mild pickled jalapeños.).

My only complaint was that the patty was not crispy enough.

November 4th 2023: Lunches in Norwood and Somerville

 Today, we had 2 lunches, first at the 1240 Cafe in Norwood, getting the Mediterranean Vegetables and White Bean Soup and Chicken Fingers,

The Chilli,

The Pasta Salad,

the Cream of Chicken and Mushroom,

the Sausage Bomb (with peppers and onions)

and the Pizza (tomato, mushroom, broccoli).

An alright meal overall. Later, while in Somerville,

Conway Park

We decided to get more food at Koshari Mama, a small vegan Egyptian restaurant in town,

getting the Sahlab

and the Koshari (layered rice, lentil and pasta dish. Topped with fried onions and chickpeas. Served with a vinegar garlic sauce and tomato based sauce).

Pretty good, and apparently it is the national dish of Egypt, go figure.

November 3rd: Second Time at Ziti's, Westborough, in over 10 years

Today, we decided to grab dinner at Ziti's Italian Trattoria, an Italian restaurant in Westborough, which I visited once even before I started my explorations. Still looks the same as before.

We got the Black and White Pasta (with calamari, shrimp in a red sauce)

and the Roma (chicken, broccoli and garlic).

Really tasty, with the not too sour sauce for the pasta and fresh seafood, along with thin crispy crust for the pizza. Glad we came back after so long.