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In these last couple weeks, I tried to see everyone I could and catch up. Where do people meet to catch up, restaurants!

So I combined catching up with restaurants I wanted to visit one more time or restaurants I hadn't been to but wanted to try. I like two-birds-with-one-stone activities, makes me feel super productive. So here is my review of places I've eaten over the last couple weeks.

TRUE FOOD KITCHEN

Modern, "green", and actually really tasty. I wasn't going back and there were two choices that I wanted to try so I got both the Panang Curry and Shirataki Noodles. The curry was a yellow curry but more vegetables than other places and a bit spicier than I've had before and I really liked it. The noodles were a red curry and they were HOT, even my brother was surprised by the heat. It was good but a little too spicy for me. I also tried one of their drinks and I don't drink alcohol but the Hangover Rx looked so good, so I got it.  No regrets there, it was a delicious mixture of coconut, melon, and pineapple. I highly recommend this place.

CHELSEA'S KITCHEN

 I recommend patio dining, though inside was nice too. I took the boys (my coworkers) their for Christmas and they took me for my birthday lunch. The tacos were excellent! I also had the roast chicken last time which was a huge portion and perfectly cooked, crisp on the outside and juicy inside. Really nice atmosphere and great food.

Matt's house - Turkey burger was a first, patio was nice and relaxing. But he needs to update his cantina ;) Matt is a coworker and we just picked up stuff at the store and he grilled at his place. Definitely a unique and fun experience if you ever get the opportunity.

THIRSTY LION PUB

Happy Hour - I had hor d'oeuvres that were scrumptious! Their nachos were INSANE and had everything imaginable that should go on nachos. I also tried their potato cakes - wow! Really savory and delicious.

CADILLAC RANCH

Happy Hour Continued - All I had was lemonade but this is getting a mention because of the mechanical bull. It only cost $2 for 2 rides. Definitely worth it! All the girls took a turn. It was my first time and it looked so much easier than it actually was. No pain that night but holy cow was I feeling it the next day!

SUGAR BOWL

 Pink, EVERYTHING is pink - the booths, walls, counters, menus.

HOLY COW!!!! How did I not hear about this place until two weeks before I left? Honestly I don't know how I lived so close for three years and never knew this place existed. An old school ice-cream shoppe built in 1958 and all original and pink striped and totally sweet literally and figuratively. I had the most delicious banana split EVER! for dinner because I was too full for anything else afterwards. They do have meals but who would go to such a place and not get something sweet. Crazy. If you are ever in the Phoenix area - GO!

NUNTHAPORN'S THAI CUISINE

First, yes, that is a hilarious name! and yes part of the reason I went. Its actually a cute place, plenty of parking behind the restaurant and really good yellow curry, just the right amount of spice. The waiter was super attentive and they didn't charge me for extra rice to go, which I appreciated.

 AUNT CHILADAS

Another place I can't believe I'd never heard of. REALLY good Mexican food, I had a combo plate with a green chili tamale and chicken enchilada - AMAZING! So flavorful and the tamale was the perfect corn shell consistency not too grainy. And it's also a really cute place with indoor and outdoor seating.

WILDFLOWER BREAD CO.

I am in love with this place, I absolutely love EVERY soup they have. I generally don't like to go to the same restaurant after I've been once or twice but I love their soups and sandwiches and of course their bread.

CHEESECAKE FACTORY

Can't say enough good stuff about this place. I know I just said I don't like going to the same restaurant repeatedly but I make a big exception for this one. I had a Virgin Dairquiri and desserts (yes I ordered two) with a friend, YUM! The following Monday I met another friend for appetizers - MORE YUM!  Then my office going away lunch tuesday - WOWZA! Normally a place does a great meal or a great dessert but this place does both!

I think I've eaten out more in the last two weeks then I have in the prior year. Its been fun, great food and even better company. Thanks everyone!