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Dining Experience at Saemaeul I recently tried a new restaurant in Carrollton, Dallas, Texas , called Saemaeul , which specializes in BBQ pork. The food is quite good—very tender and delicious. The pork is sliced thin, resembling beef tongue, which adds a unique presentation. The ban chan side dishes were excellent, complementing the meal beautifully. I also tried the cheese and egg side dish, which tasted amazing. It was like a fluffy omelette with corn and cheese, making for a delightful addition to the meal. Overall, Saemaeul is a great spot for BBQ lovers looking for quality dishes!

Road Trip Journal: Waco, Austin, and San Antonio I recently embarked on a 3-night road trip through Waco , Austin , and San Antonio , driving my 2016 Toyota Highlander V6 . Here's a detailed account of the itinerary and experiences along the way. Planned Itinerary Day 1 - Monday: Waco to Austin 10:30 am - Depart Dallas for Waco 1:00 pm - Arrive in Waco (2.5-hour drive) 1:15 pm - Visit Magnolia Market 1:30 pm - Lunch at Club Sandwich Food Truck 2:30 pm - Depart for Austin (3-hour drive) 5:40 pm - Arrive in Austin 6:00 pm - Dinner at Ramen Tatsu-ya Day 2 - Tuesday: Austin to San Antonio 7:30 am - Breakfast at the hotel 9:00 am - Umlauf Sculpture Garden & Downtown Austin 11:00 am - Visit Domain Shopping Center 12:30 pm - Lunch at Miyo Sushi 1:30 pm - Enjoy Chi Cha Boba Tea 2:30 pm - Depart for San Antonio (2-hour drive) 4:30 pm - Arrive in San Antonio 5:00 pm - Explore Riverwalk Mall 5:30 pm - Dinner at Dave & Buster's 6:30 pm - Stroll along the River Wal...

Jacket Collection Overview I currently have 9 jackets that cover a range of temperatures: Track Jackets (65 degrees) Adidas - Red - DUO454 - 2019 Adidas - Navy - DUO461 - 2019 Adidas - Black - 2020 Light Jackets (55 degrees) North Face - Venture 2 Raincoat - Navy - 2021 Generic - Bomber - Green - 2023 Polo Varsity Jacket - Navy - 2024 Levi Denim Jacket - Blue - 2024 Middleweight Jackets (45 degrees) Uniqlo - Puffer - Navy - 2021 Winter Jackets (25 degrees) North Face - Ski Jacket - Brown/Green - 2023 Temperature Considerations Temperature ratings also depend on factors such as rain, wind, and sun exposure. For example, I can comfortably wear a track jacket on a sunny day even if it's 50 degrees and there's no wind. I typically layer my jackets with a hoodie or sweater, which adds about 10 degrees of warmth. Winter Layering Winters here don’t typically get colder than 0-10 degrees, so I find the puffer over a hoodie is sufficient. The North Face ski jacket is particular...

Recent Sneaker Purchase I couldn’t resist and picked up a pair of Air Force 1 ‘07 in a larger size 10 on sale for $65. These feel so much better on my feet than the cramped size 9s, and the midsole support is a lot better than the Air Jordan 1s. While I’d prefer all-white AF1s, I’m satisfied with these and will add them to my daily wear rotation alongside the AJ1s in size 10.5. Next year, I plan to pick up another pair of AJ1s in size 10.5 to complete my rotation set, leaning towards a pair of black & white or another two-colorway combo.

Dining Experience at Al Biernat's Steakhouse, Dallas, Texas I had the pleasure of dining at Al Biernat’s Steakhouse in Dallas, Texas, where I ordered the 22 oz Cowboy Ribeye cooked medium rare. Priced at $70, the steak was absolutely worth it—cooked to perfection, tender, and bursting with flavor in every bite. Meal Highlights 22 oz Cowboy Ribeye : Perfectly cooked to medium rare, the ribeye was tender, juicy, and easily one of the most enjoyable steaks I’ve had in a while. Every bite was packed with flavor, making it well worth the price. Salad and Bread Selection : The fresh salad and the large, varied bread basket were delightful complements to the main course. The variety and quality of the bread selection were a nice surprise, adding to the overall dining experience. New Wine Discovery This meal also marked my introduction to the Santa Margherita Valdadige Pinot Grigio , which has quickly become my new favorite. Its crisp, refreshing notes paired perfectly with the richness ...

New Year's Champagne Tasting: Veuve Clicquot In preparation for New Year's, I picked up a bottle of Veuve Clicquot and decided to practice with more white wines and champagnes. This was my first real experience with champagne outside of a wedding or major celebration, and I'm really enjoying it. The Veuve Clicquot was dry, reminiscent of sake or Pinot Grigio, yet it had enough sweetness to make it pleasant. I learned that it needs to be served cold and consumed at a good pace to fully enjoy the bubbly experience. There's still much to learn about champagne, but I'm excited to add more options into my rotation!