If you read the previous post – here’s a [ REMINDER ], you’d know we are celebrating our first year together and for this occasion, I decided to gather my family and ordered this yummy, beautiful AMAZING cake from an amazing lady running A Little Sugar [ FB Group ]. She’s so sweet! I showered her with emails and questions till we both agreed on what I want and this is what I got!! and in her FB status, she announced the anniversary :* AND she delivered the cake herself!

The Cake!

Mrs. Julie decided to go for the colors and I didn’t question her taste – having seen the pictures in her group and when the time came to cut the cake, everyone sat there contemplating the idea! It looked cuteeeeeee

Salted caramel butter cream cake topped with vanilla fondante , screw diet man! It was  moist.. mouth watering! And the Vanilla scent & caramel melting in my mouth .. Nummy num num!

Mrs. Jolie, thank you so much for making this memorable! You are a part of our memories now :*

I highly recommend you try her cupcakes and cakes which are handmade by her, all the decoration! heavenly! Check out these photos! *Drools*

Unexpectedly, there was another surprise in the making for me.. Something I didn’t plan and neither anticipated. He asked for my number to discuss something related to work and I gave it to him! I was like “wooooo” his voice! He doesn’t speak with that annoying Lebanese accent ;p annnd he asked to meet up for coffee after work. I WENT! First time in the Free Trade Zone at Starbucks.

I sat quietly waiting for him to start up a conversation and if you know me in person, you’d be familiar with my ice breaking habits which suck! So I sat there listening to an Egyptian song on my ipod (which is dead :( ) [ LISTEN HERE ] and I decided to let him listen to the part that says “kalamangi awi o bet7eb etban wa7ed galban” <– LOL and he later on confessed he thought I was crazy ;p after that we had dinner at Le Notre.

[ UPDATE ] : Guess what!!  Last Monday he surprised me with a new one after being ipod-less for a coupla months! annnnd it’s Pink!  :)

I went back home and told mama about everything and the second day, we went out again with my sister to Avenues!! Less than one month  he went to my dad’s office and officially introduced himself :) We had a lot of arguments and we sometimes still do but one fact remains constant and strong: He’s a trustworthy man whom I respect and love!

We have the same initials! Same family names, we adore food! He’s into blogging now lol while his work kinda rubbed on me ;/ he’s more positive while I suck the positivity out of everything & everyone I encounter eh!

On October 23rd 2009, IT happened [ HERE ] and today marks one year since we first met

Since I suck also at expressing myself verbally, baby this post is for you and yes your picture is up there ;p I am sorry if I drive you crazy sometime e7em – Thank you for putting up with me and the mood swings.. I promise our life will be more interesting enshallah SOON.. love you! I know am retarded.. I know I get agitated quickly.. I know I am over sensitive.. I know I am “Me” .. ya36eik el 3afia sara7a ;p

I would also like to congratulate all my friends who’re hooked up legally also ;p and I wish all my beautiful single friends best of luck settling soon :)

Helena’s delicious!! She is amazing as the Red Queen and no I won’t be spoiling it for those who didn’t get the chance to go yesterday!

Watch this video [ HERE ]

After booking 3D, Bilal called to tell me that it’ll be featured on IMAX screens so I canceled the original booking and got seats at 360 which is closer to our house. the hall was packed!!! and the audience were amazing, classy and you could tell they are true Depp – Burton fans..

The movie is a must see! The animation,  graphics, visual effects or whatever technology this movie is produced with, it is just mind blowing and all the details and locations WOHOO! Do I have to tell you about Depp!? *faints* He’s YUMMYLICIOUS that insane freak!! OMG that dance he did at the end of the movie!! and there was no censoring! Hallelujah! I also love Alice’s theme (track)

It’s just great! Sure beats the Charlie and the chocolate factory movie in the booteh! and again, I advise you to watch it in IMAX theaters

People!! It’s showing starting tomorrow!! I booked already!

Hurry up and book via [ KNCC ]

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A friend of mine just announced on FB this new Online Dry Cleaning & Laundry Service website called “Wash & Wear”.. Dont you think that’s great! I hate when we have to call the laundry guy to come pick the stuff up and go into arguments with him about timings.. I also am an internet addict, so this makes it quite convenient! :)

Give it a try and tell me what you think because I know I will soon! and good luck buddy ;)

P.S: Abed, not only food posts ;p

I finally got the chance to take pictures of Tmreya products!! I had them before twice; My boss also on my birthday handed me a box as a gift but I do not want to tell you where that box went :( I kept yapping about them to everyone I know, at work, in the house and to Bilal!

We were visiting our friends yesterday for a Monopoly game (which I won!) and instead of a regular chocolate tray, I decided to pass by Tmreya’s branch in Qadseya Coop and pick up one of their gift trays.. It was beautiful and no I didn’t take a picture of it. It had around 2 kilos and a couple of grams of mixed dates with different flavors and 2 dips- chocolate and tahena and it was a hit! Everyone had more than 4 pieces at least! and the tray was cute!! White crocodile texture with handles (matches Dina’s house ;p) and I was so happy with my choice :) I also got a kilo for my dad since he likes dates… I am sitting now, sipping Turkish coffee and adding calories, willingly and happy :)

I love the toffee ones and the caramel as well!! O el Oreo dates o el sh3ereya! I LOVE ALL OF THE FLAVORS !

I love their bite sized goodies, I love their packaging, I love the designs of the boxes and the bags, I love the chocolate dip! I just think their menu should’ve had more pics, like of each flavor with the names and some custom made trays so if one would like to order, he’d simply call in and ask for that specific package and maybe in the future they should consider a payment portal on the website

Visit their website [ HERE ] or their FB group [ HERE ] and their delivery is for free :)

What I don’t understand is how this happened?! Speed, reckless driving, someone else caused it?!!!

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I didn’t hesitate to order the strawberry bouquet although I was afraid it turns out nothing like the photo on their website, got the medium size one because there aren’t much employees on his floor and the fact that we were gonna have dinner at night. Against my fears, I received mobile pics he took of the arrangement and he said that the strawberries were huge, succulent and fresh! Everyone liked it so much and I was happy ;p A bit pricey for fruits in general but definitely a change from the usual

They are punctual, their website is very user friendly and the arrangements are fresh as I was informed! I recommend!

Join their FB group [ HERE ]

You see, I’ve never been to Syria and every time I watch people dining at those old house – turn into cafes / restaurants – I go nuts because I’ve always wanted to try original Syrian cuisine – despite the fact that my mom does the most amazing, mouth watering, yummiest Freekeh EVER!! as well as a couple of Syrian dishes which we occasionally have when she has time to go in the kitchen :/

A friend of mine posted some pics in the FB group Kuwait & Food [ HERE ] and whadya know, the next day I am eating there! I was sooo tempted after seeing the kebbeh meshwayyeh – grilled kebbeh – and the freekeh and I was nagging on the man to take me for Valentine’s although he wanted Burj El Hamam :F and damn right he was my friend, Hammour! This place is pretty good – more like DAMN GOOD! <– I ate like a blind cow which was on hunger strike for at least a week :$

Here are some pictures from our dinner + some good Chikapappi narration ;p

1. The place, decor & ambiance:

The entrance - it’s nice! I never expected to see this inside, I mean it’s paid for

What’s a Syrian joint without Bab el 7ara ! ;)

One of the seating areas inside

I didn’t catch his name but he’s nice :), snapped a photo of me & Bilal which I will not be posting ;p

This is very special, hand made by marble from Syria

I never expected to find a restaurant in such an isolated area and what struck me most is the interior design of the place. It’s very quiet and classy unlike other sheesha joints, I mean it’s decent and provides calmness especially if you’re out with a spouse or family members and don’t wanna worry about seeing el ashkal el ghala6.

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2. Food:

Such a cute menu! It’s a frame as well!

Menu from the inside

Free appetizer, Syrian bleela which is chickpeas with lemon and cumin

The best lentil soup I had in this country! Reminded me of my late nana’s cooking, we both started with that

Not so clear picture of my fattoush but it was amazing! I don’t know if they had debs el remman or not in it. Bilal ordered Rocca salad

Hoummos bel la7ma, we both shared that

Best kebbeh nayyeh I had!! it’s spicy and it had walnuts YUMMM – my order

His order – habra nayyeh, which is basically raw meat with parsley and onions. Didn’t try it but he loved it

a2ras kebbeh meshweyye (grilled stuffed kubbah) - *droooools* - amazing!!

Syrian truffles sauteed with onion- although I don’t like truffles, I had a bite and they too were excellent – his order

This is the star of the evening! Freekeh with chicken for me while he ordered it with meat! EXCELLENT

last but not least, perfect mixed grills dish which was my order and those were soooo tender and delicious! better than Mais Al Ghanim’s !

All in all, the dishes were amazing and we couldn’t finish them because their portions are good. All the chefs are Syrians and the ingredients are brought in from Syria, to assure the quality of the taste. They have a bigger variety on their menu as well as dishes like Shakreyyeh, yalanji (Syrian stuffed grape vines), kebbeh labanneyyeh, just go there and ask for their specials!

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3. Pricing:

prices on the menu are reasonable for two we paid KD 30 (including a good amount for tips) however, that’s because we ordered like for 4! We wanted to try everything but we had little space in our tummies ;p + drinks + sheesha. Not bad I’d say if you’re looking for quality!

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4. Service & atmosphere:

As I said, very quiet dinners – lunches with very friendly staff. The orders didn’t take time to be on the table, so we were not starving ;p

I highly recommend you drop by and try their items, their address is Loule’t Al-Marzouk Complex in Salmiyeh – back side and the number for inquiries and reservations is  25742004. It’s behind the Scientific Center near Raas El Ard club (I am not sure if that’s the right name). Oh! They also have those golf carts that offer you a ride to your car instead of walking ;p

The place is owned and run by 2 brothers, of which I met Mr. Abdul Wahhab – very very nice man – and he’s more than happy to welcome all of you readers to Beit Sittee for a real taste of Syria ;) and to support him even more; visit their FB group [ HERE ]

I’ll be there a lot :)

Most of us raised here in Kuwait have good memories with the E-City, the rides, games, snacks but I was sad yesterday to find out that it’s still the same after all these years! The park was opened in 1983 and of course during the invasion and for a good period of time after Kuwait’s liberation it was shut down for renovation and maintenance and again, I emphasize on the sad fact that it’s more or less the same after 27 years when it could be amazing because it’s huge in size, different themes (worlds) could offer a variety of much better rides, restaurants could use a bit of cleaning – adding different suppliers.. the whole thing needs reorganizing man.

The entrance

The weather was amazing!

This is the balcony – outside seating area of Burger King, we had to wait for 10 minutes for chicken fingers and the guy working there is so dumb poor thing! Very very bad service and it wasn’t crowded even!

This was around 2 maybe, people started to set their things on the grass and a couple were having “picnics” like we were on the gulf road or something! Not that I am against it but… !

Let’s talk about the rides – games:

1. The famous ones are either gone or are “out of service”, remember qe6ar el mout- death train-!? it’s out now and instead there’s this cool ride, a huge doughnut thing that takes you in a simulated river track and you get splashed with water called Al Dardour. It is not for free KD 1 for ticket but we got discounts for Hala February.

Al Dardour ride

2. Also remember the water gondola game?! It’s also on stop :/ That’s the only game I LOVE there but they had to stop it, I guess they want people to pay for the new one! No fair!!

Lightening ride

My friends and the man hanging up there ;p

3. Instead of the regular roller coaster train ride, they have a new game called AL Barq = lightening, you sit down with their shoulder buckled and your legs hanging and this thing takes you upside down – sideways like a crazy mofo! I tried it once, WILL NEVER DO IT AGAIN! Tickets for this game are KD 2, again for Hala February it’s for KD 1

4. Karting we paid money for and I didn’t take pictures since I was busy racing!

5. Tornado, another yuki ride for those adrenaline junkies! I don’t know if this was for free or if they paid for it

Just look at that!

6. Remember the Sindbad ride!!! GUESS WHAT, every freakin detail inside that “cave” is still the sammmmmmme!! OMGGGG!! CHANGE IT!

7. Best thing to do their are the arcade halls! I got me a couple of soft toys and the man tried so hard to win me a large teddy but he didn’t  :(

All in all, the best thing about the E-City is the large number of snack carts around the city and I love charbroiled corn cobs which we had after Burger King, KFC for dinner – 3 scoops of Baskin Robbins, chips, water, diet coke and some nuts ;p EATING o bas!

My recommendations:

1. Since you’re charging KD 3.5 for entry tickets, reduce prices of new rides inside! It’s not for adults any more with free games are those targeting kids.

2. Do not allow single guys inside – dedicate days for them because some of them are a-holes!

3. Fix your premises man! renovate and modernize it to attract more visitors! We couldn’t get on the jungle boat ride because since it’s free people were all over it! The cars things was also packed and it’s not for adults anymore, not as fun as it used to be. The train that takes you around the city is pathetic! I am so sad!

4. Americana should do something about their restaurants there!

5. Follow Magic Planet’s steps into automating the games or hire responsible people who are in a mood for work, not a guy who has his ego / laptop chatting while we wait for his highness to activate the game!

6. Dedicate an area for them picnic lovers!

Read this [ HERE ] and you’ll know how dissappointed I was after coming back yesterday! and below is the location of the E-City