Paige Eats Houston

Check out what we found at Collect-A-Con last weekend!

COLLECT-A-CON Houston: My husband loves Pokémon, but to say I was impressed with the offerings at @collect_a_con last weekend would be an understatement. While trading cards aren’t really my thing, I love art as much as the next person. For $25, we got access to all kinds of vendors, including an autograph from Chuck Norris! There was something there for everyone, whether you love comic books, terrariums, character merch or are looking to trade up to catch them all. Check them out the next time they make their stop in Houston! #houstontodo #pokemonart #pokemoncards #pokemonreels #collectacon #collectacon2023 #houstonevents #ᴛʀᴇɴᴅɪɴɢʀᴇᴇʟs #reelsforyou #travelreelsoninstagram #thingstodo #holidayevents #texastodo #texasbucketlist #houstonbucketlist #comiccon #nerdconvention #pokèmon #pokemoncommunity #pikapika #pikachumeme #fyptiktok #foryoureels #houstonreels #houstoninfluencer

Early voting is now through November 4th!

I was going to tell you that a vote for could be potentially lifesaving to you or your loved ones, but I heard from some random man in my DMs that it is very unladylike to tell people how to vote, so I thought, better keep that to myself. 😜

So get out and use your voice, friends. You can find more info, like early voting locations and hours, at votetexas.gov. 🇺🇸

There’s still time to snag tickets to Houston’s biggest taco fest! 🌮Tacolandia is tomorrow at Buffalo Bayou Park! 🙌🏻

Come hungry 😋 and come early 🏃🏻‍♀️ the lineup is 🤌🏻!

Get $10 off general admission tickets with code PAIGEEATSHOUSTON using the link in my bio 🔗

Dark & Stormy with Ron Inmortal Colombian Rum

- 2 ounces Ron Inmortal Colombian Rum
- 8 ounces Ginger Beer (we used the zero sugar ginger beer)

Pour rum into highball glass over ice. Add ginger beer and stir.

Ron Inmortal is one of the smoothest dark rums I’ve ever tasted. While it’s normally not my favorite liquor, I’ve reached for it again and again.

To get your own bottle of 12-year rum, visit roninmortal.com.

I know it’s only 9 am but I’m already thinking about lunch. 👀 has my favorite quick frozen meals and this roasted veggie pizza is no exception! 😍 y’all give it a try and let me know what you think.

It’s been a busy season for me, so if you notice I’m posting and interacting less, that’s why! Wedding planning, premarital counseling, honeymoon planning, holiday travel, my bachelorette party, I’m in my friends wedding in February, just got promoted at my full time job, my part time job takes another 5-10 hours per week…all of that on top of four cats, a fiancé and a host of other relationships to keep track of, I’ve been falling short on Instagram for sure. I appreciate everyone’s grace during my busy season. Once this winter is over, I’ll be back at it in full swing. ❤️ until then, I’ll be posting sparingly, when I’ve got some extra minutes.

I recently added more nuts to my diet, and some of the best are these huge Texas pecans from . 😍 They’re family owned and based in Caldwell, TX. They have raw, salted and flavored pecans (the cinnapecans are my fave, they give me all the bucee’s nostalgia), as well as pecan oil, whose high smoke point lets you sauté, stir fry and brown meat without burning it. Pecans can help reduce bad cholesterol levels and high blood pressure, too!

Visit their Instagram to learn more or to place an order. 😊

is now open in Katy!

If y’all were following from the beginning, you know how much I love this Canadian coffee shop! I even begged them to open one here a couple of years ago and I’m so happy to report they finally listened 😂 They have the BEST donut holes and iced cappuccinos and y’all know I wouldn’t steer you wrong. 😍

They’re having a grand opening TOMORROW. The first 50 guests will win coffee for a year and there will be other giveaways and prizes, music, free samples and more! 🎉🎉

Toki Sushi on Louetta is one of my favorite eateries in Spring, so imagine my elation when I pulled out of my neighborhood this morning and saw one is going in 5 minutes from our house! (north Katy on Fry) 😍🙌🏻⁣
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A blessing (for my stomach) and a curse (for my wallet), but after taking a peek at these photos, you’ll see what my hype is all about! 👀⁣
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Which would you try first? Sushi or ramen?

📍: Toki Sushi, Spring, TX
📸: Houston Roll, Black Garlic Tonkotsu Ramen

Fast-casual Vietnamese? Sign me up! 🙋🏻‍♀️⁣
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Roostar Vietnamese Grill has been on my list to try for the longest, so I’m so glad we got to try it a couple of months back. Y’all know I’m a sucker for Vietnamese food, and having this fast casual option is awesome. 👏🏻⁣
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You can’t go wrong with anything on the menu, but I’m partial to their chopped ribeye box with the cilantro cream sauce. 👀⁣
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📍:⁣ Roostar Vietnamese Grill
📸:⁣ Chopped Ribeye Box with fried rice, jalapeño cilantro cream sauce, and two pork egg rolls
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One of my favorite restaurants in San Antonio’s Pearl District! is lively, beautiful and serves gorgeous drinks and food. I loved the oysters and fish. 😍

There’s nothing quite like a dark bar and fried food. But this Mac and cheese furter from gives their fried pickles a run for their money.

If you like beer and dogs, this spot is a must if you visit downtown Asheville. 😋🌭

WOOHOO! My favorite foodie event is back and tickets are on pre-sale now! ⁣
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⭐️ Visit https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/5066934/?partner_id=3138 and use code PAIGEEATSHOUSTON now through 7/24 to get your tickets early ⭐️⁣
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Join me and Alex (just look how happy we were last year) and the rest of the Houston foodie community for unlimited tacos, live mariachi and margaritas on Saturday, October 15 at The Water Works at Buffalo Bayou from 4PM-7PM for the 8th Annual Tacolandia presented by Mission Foods. 🌮🎉⁣
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Taco-bout a party! Over 20 taco vendors will be onsite sampling the tacos that have been making their restaurants the best for generations!⁣
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Whether you like your tacos sweet, spicy, tangy, crunchy or savory, your taste buds will be satisfied with favorties from Blanco Cocina + Cantina, The Jolly Roger, Sambuca, Snooze AN A.M EATERY, La Argentina Gelato & Coffee, and many more to be announced! 😋⁣
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Ticket info: ⁣
𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗱𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 ($𝟮𝟱)- Includes entry into the event at 4pm. Included in the price is unlimited samples from Tacolandia vendors, entertainment and beer, wine & cocktails available to purchase.⁣
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𝗩𝗜𝗣 𝗔𝗱𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 ($𝟲𝟱)- Includes entry into the event 1 hour earlier than general admission (entry at 3pm). Included in the price is unlimited taco samples from Tacolandia vendors, entertainment, access to exclusive VIP lounge with VIP only taco samples, 3 Drink Tickets to use at VIP Private Bar (Private Cash Bar available after tickets are used), as well as access to VIP restrooms.⁣

Açaí good food in your future… 👀😋⁣
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This was one of my favorite stops during our California adventures last month. Nothing beats fresh fruit and the ocean. 🌊⁣
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📸: Banzai Bowl

Hey, Happy ! 🍗 I’m throwing it back to when we got this immaculate spread from ! Their soy garlic wings are heavenly!

What are you nibbling on today?

📍: Grand Rapids, MI
📸: Shrimp fried rice, Korean fried chicken with soy garlic sauce, bulgogi plates

Looking for catering for your next office lunch or private event? has some of the best, and options for any size gathering! ⁣
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Plus they just opened in Two Allen Center downtown. 🙌🏻🎉 just look at that spread 😍

I want to tell you all a story. And before I start, I want to say this is not a story that’s easy for me to tell and it’s not necessarily one I wanted all of you to know. But if it helps one woman not to feel alone, it‘ll be worth it. If it helps one person who thought “today’s ruling doesn’t affect me, who cares” to see the light and why it matters, it’ll be worth it.

Trigger Warning: S3xual Assault

During the summer of 2015, I was a junior in college. And like most college students, I was using dating apps as a way to meet people. I talked to a man, we’ll call him J, a senior education (yes education) major, for a little over two months before I agreed to meet him in person.

J took me out, we had an okay time, nothing really seemed off. But when he dropped me off at the home I was renting, it was like a flip switched. The 6’3” man that had been a gentle giant for the past two months, serenading me with Josh Turner and paying me every compliment I ever wanted to hear, was suddenly a monster forcing his way through my front door, shoving me to the ground and climbing on top of me right there in the foyer. He pinned down my wrists as he assaulted me. I’ve done my best to block out visceral memories but I can still remember the taste of salt from my tears as I laid there, helpless. Too small, too weak and too ashamed.

Three weeks later, I still hadn’t gotten my period. It was past due. The wake of my assault and the mere thought of my rap1st’s baby inside of me caused insomnia, panic attacks and depression. I can’t even begin to imagine how being forced by the Land of the Free to carry his baby to term would have derailed my life. One that had already been derailed by his complete disregard for my humanity and personhood.

Fortunately, a couple of days later my period came. And I cried for hours in relief.

I tell you this story not because anyone needs a reason to get an abortion. Abortion is a human right. Just because some overly conservative justices, at least one of whom has a lot in common with J himself, have removed it as a legal right, doesn’t change that. I tell you this to encourage you to keep fighting. We have power. We can’t forget that.

I tried it y’all and now I’m scared I won’t ever be able to go back. why must you make everything limited edition so delicious 🥺

The is SO refreshing, and is a summer infused mixer. After one sip I knew I’d be getting another one this weekend to put a shot or two of Malibu in. 🤩 run, don’t walk, okay besties?

Y’all know I love entertaining, and that hobby just got easier with premium, clean label mixes from ! This banana bread tastes and smells like it was made from scratch. Their mixes all natural and free from artificial flavors, colors or preservatives — all you need are a few pantry items to whip up something delicious! 🍌🍞

Use code CREATOR20 to get 20% off your purchase on their website. ⭐️🙌🏻

Let me see you sushi roll right into the weekend! 🍣

Do you love as much as I do? If you’re a fanatic, you’ve gotta come join us at the at this weekend! This expo has been a roaring success in California and it’s finally landed here in Houston. 🙌🏻

Taste Japan’s most popular street food — like Mochi donuts, onigiri, ramen, takoyaki, and more! Grab your tickets now for this family-friendly event! Link is in my stories 😊

Your admission includes all food, beverages and workshops. It will be held indoors, so no worries about melting away in the 101 degree temps! 😅

📸: Hikari Sushi Izakaya, HWY 6 and Spencer Rd. (In front of Home Depot)

Holy ! This smoother cousin to kombucha is now available at stores in the Southwest! 👏🏻

While I love kombucha, I’m not always up for the acidity. Thankfully, has these bubbly tonics that come packed with the same probiotics and prebiotic plant fiber. And they’re gluten free! 🙌🏻

I loved trying all these flavors but have to say, the majestic pineapple is my fave. 🍍😍 which flavor would you try first?

The weekend is almost here and I’m celebrating early with a new spritz recipe! I’ve recently ventured my way into the lighter, more aromatic style cocktails, and now I’ll never go back. 🙌🏻⁣
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This spritz is simply equal parts Prosecco and , topped with club soda and an orange slice. I serve it in a wine glass over a single ice cube and it truly feels like drinking summer from a glass. ☀️⁣
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Mount Rigi, a new aperitif liqueur, is one of the many incredible unique craft spirits you can find on Curiada.com . It’s refreshing and smooth, perfect for your summer spritzers! 😋 ⁣

Using this post as a plea to my wonderful fiancé to take me to tomorrow. Do you think he’ll read this caption? 😂

📍: Memorial City (they have such a great patio)
📸: Key Lime Cheesecake, Shrimp Pasta, Cajun Pasta, Passion Fruit Mojito

I’m gearing up for another weekend of travel—this time to LA/Disneyland. ⁣
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The busyness of this season has been dreaming of the days when I could visit a local shop and leisurely enjoy a tea and take my work as it came. Anyone else swamped lately? 🥵 ⁣
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All I know is, I could go for a Thai tea right about now. ⁣
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Why do I need this? 😂

A Velveeta Nail Polish Set Just Dropped, And Honestly, I Kinda Love It

I’ve been a breakfast kick this week y’all and I can’t be stopped. I don’t know about you but after I’ve been sick, I want all the breakfast carbs. So when sent me some of their premium frozen cranberries, I knew exactly what I wanted to do. ⁣
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❤️ 𝗪𝗵𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗼𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗖𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗿𝘆 𝗙𝗹𝗮𝗽𝗷𝗮𝗰𝗸𝘀 🥞⁣
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𝗜𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀:⁣
1 1/2 cups flour⁣
3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder⁣
1/4 teaspoon salt⁣
1 tablespoon sugar⁣
1 1/4 cups milk ⁣
1 egg⁣
3 tablespoons butter, melted⁣
~ 1 cup frozen cranberries⁣
Half of a white chocolate bar. I used ⁣
1 orange, zested ⁣
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𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀:⁣
1. In a large bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, salt and sugar. Make a well in the center and pour in the milk, egg, and melted butter. Mix until smooth. ⁣
2. Heat a lightly oiled griddle over medium. Scoop the batter onto the griddle (about 1/4 cup per flapjack). Top with a handful of cranberries. Brown on both sides. ⁣
3. Melt the chocolate bar in the microwave. Stack your flapjacks on a plate. Top with a drizzle of white chocolate, a tablespoon of butter and orange zest. ⁣
4. Serve warm and enjoy! 😋

It’s Monday! And in the spirit of starting the week off right, this morning I enjoyed topped with strawberries! 😍🍓⁣
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Oats in Coats is a top-10 allergen free, no sugar added instant oatmeal. It’s gluten free and comes in berry and apple flavors. 🍎 You can taste the clean ingredients and it only takes a half of a cup of your choice of milk and 60 seconds in the microwave. 🙌🏻 I don’t know about y’all, but that’s my kind of minimal effort breakfast. ⁣
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You can order your own oats in coats via the link in their bio! 👍🏻

It’s been such a good, but BUSY, week over here. Anyone else relate? 🤗⁣
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We’re gearing up for our annual convention at work, my wedding dress came in, and, on Tuesday, I got to check out the Tulum-inspired menu at in MKT Heights! 🌺⁣
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If you’re looking for an intimate spot with tropical vibes and spicy margaritas, this is the place for you. The restaurant only seats 30, so make sure you make a reservation. ⁣
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Favorite bites: Elote, Pyramids, Castillo ⁣
Favorite drink: Tuluminati ⁣
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📍:⁣ MKT in the Heights
📸: Coco, The Mayan, Elote, The Fish Dish, Tuluminati, That Tart, Sandia

Still dreaming over this prickly beauty of a birthday cake done by Take The Cake] 🤩⁣
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They’ve made my birthday cake the last two years in a row and I plan on bringing them business for many years to come. 🎂 Their cakes are flavorful but not too sweet and are always decorated beautifully. 🌸⁣
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What do y’all think of this one? I loved it! It totally matched the vibe of the party. 🌵⁣
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📍: Take The Cake] HWY 6
📸: Custom Vanilla Cake with Raspberry Filling

I W***Y need to tell y’all something:⁣
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And it’s that I found my favorite burgers in Houston all the way out in Old Katy! Suburbians rejoice! 👏🏻⁣
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W***y Burger] makes each order from scratch, and you can tell that you’re eating a fresh, homemade diner burger. They have the classics as well as fun twists. I got the Huck Finn, and it came with slices of fresh green apple, crispy bacon, feta cheese, fresh leaf spinach, sriracha mayo and a blackberry reduction. That baby was messy but she was worth it! 🍔⁣😍
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Would you be down to drive to Katy for this?! ⁣
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📍: W***y Burger] Old Katy
📸: Double Cheeseburger, Huck Finn Burger, Onion Rings, Blueberry Shake

Happy Friday! ☀️ When it’s hot, I only want one thing. Well besides unlimited A/C. And that’s ice cream! What’s your go-to flavor? ⁣
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I’m all about mint chocolate chip, cookie dough and moose tracks (pictured). 😋🍦⁣
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📸: Moose Tracks in a Waffle Bowl

Need a refreshing and not to mention EASY recipe for Cinco de Mayo this week? 🥳 I’ve got you covered with this frozen mango margarita recipe using ! 🥭🍹⁣
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𝙁𝙧𝙤𝙯𝙚𝙣 𝙈𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙤 𝙈𝙖𝙧𝙜𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙩𝙖𝙨⁣
makes 2 servings ⁣
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𝗜𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀:⁣
3 ounces tropical mango tequila⁣
2 ounces Cointreau⁣
1 ½ ounces fresh lime juice⁣
1 ½ cup diced mango pieces (I used half frozen, half fresh)⁣
1 tablespoon simple syrup⁣
1 cup ice⁣
Tajin, for the rim⁣
Lime wedges, for garnish⁣
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𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀:⁣
1. Cut a notch in a lime wedge, then run the lime around the rim of a glass. Dip the edge of the rim into a plate of Tajin. ⁣
2. Add the tequila, Cointreau, lime juice, mango, simple syrup and ice to a blender. Blend until frothy and fully combined.⁣
3. Pour evenly into your Tajin-rimmed glasses. Garnish with lime wedges. ⁣
4. Serve and enjoy! 🇲🇽⁣
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new Lemon Cooler Cookie: Smash or Pass?? 👀⁣
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Have y’all heard? just released their new summer cookie, and since I love all things lemon we had to stop by to give it a try. 😋⁣
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I’m not going to lie, I already thought they had one of the best fast casual cookies, but this Lemon Cooler Cookie takes it up a notch. 🍋🍪 It’s so nice to enjoy a refreshing, citrusy bite after loading up on rice and beans!

Happy Friday, beautiful people! 😌⁣
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What are you drinking this weekend?

I’m flashing it back to our visit to Burial Beer Co.] in Asheville. Their red wine spritz is my FAVE. ⁣
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📍:⁣ Burial Beer Co.] Asheville, NC
📸: Red Wine Spritz

Attention all boss bros and babes, all corporate kings and queens: is now open downtown at Two Allen Center! 🌇💙🐄⁣
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If you’ve been here awhile, you know I love eating happy at Mendo! I was fortunate enough to try this new location at their soft opening, and y’all. This is a game changer for downtown. 👏🏻 This spot truly is the perfect place for things like: ⁣
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client lunches ✔️ ⁣
a scenery break from your desk ✔️ ⁣
a quick bite while exploring local museums ✔️ ⁣
an after-work meal with coworkers ✔️⁣
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This go around I sampled their steak and chimichurri sandwich, the chicken cobb salad, and the smoked elote bowl. All three were superb, as were the sides, but you gotta get that chicken Cobb now before it leaves the menu forever! 🥹🥗⁣
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Double tap if you can’t wait to try it out! ⁣
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Reminiscing on our weeklong trip to Asheville this afternoon. What is it about vacations that make coming back to the normal swing of things so satisfying, yet so hard at the same time? 🫠⁣
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If you’re ever in Asheville, you have to check out the . It truly transports you back in time to live your best Downton Abbey or Bridgerton life. It’s a stunning time capsule of history, and they do self-guided audio tours so you can go at your own pace! 👏🏻⁣
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Plus you can stop by their onsite cafe for a snack and a chai latte! ☕️🍪⁣
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Have you been to the Biltmore Estate? ⁣
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📍:⁣ Asheville, NC
📸: Iced Chai Tea, Peanut Butter Cookie, photos from our self-guided tour

If you’ve been waiting for a sign to have your friends over for strong drinks and a PowerPoint party, this is it! 🥳 We celebrated my birthday last weekend with fishbowls and PowerPoints and though I may be biased, it was a freaking blast! ⁣
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Swipe until the end for the fishbowl recipe, and enjoy responsibly! ❤️⁣ I’ll post a more in depth cake review later this week. 🍰
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📸: Plastic Fishbowls from Bar Supplies, Stickers from Amazon, Cake from

Waiting for Alex to bring dinner home and am reminiscing on these loaded platters we got from last week. 🥙⁣
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They’re one of my favorite gyro spots in Houston. Their meats just pack flavor that a lot of other places are missing, so they’re def worth the drive down 99 to Richmond. 👏🏻⁣
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Do you normally get a platter or a gyro? If you can’t tell we’re team platter with the pita on the side. 😋⁣
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📍:⁣ Richmond
📸: Regular Combo Platters, Fries, Lemonade

Can anyone say BEST. CONVENIENCE. STATION. FOOD. EVER. 🗣👏🏻⁣
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There’s no shortage of happy Fridays when you have Oh Mmm Gyros | THE SAUCE BOSS] with extra pink hot sauce! 💓😍⁣
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This spot is quite the drive for us, but when we’re in the area we always try to hit it for their poppin potatoes. ⁣
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📍:⁣ Oh Mmm Gyros | THE SAUCE BOSS]
📸: Combo Platter

Mud bug season is in full swing, and there’s truly nothing better than a frozen BB's Tex-Orleans] wompus cat and their 5 pounds for $35 deal! 😋🦞⁣
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We always get a sausage, potatoes and corn but this time they added button mushrooms as well. What’s your favorite way to enjoy a crawfish boil? 👀⁣
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We’re headed to tonight to get a bag to go! Once I satisfy the craving once, it becomes hard to want anything else. 🤣⁣
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📍:⁣ BB's Tex-Orleans] Eldridge (the best location imo)
📸:⁣ 5 pounds crawfish, button mushrooms, chicken sausage, corn, potatoes, frozen Wompus Cat