Pulled Chicken Sandwich

Pulled Chicken Sandwich, a photo by raise my voice on Flickr.

This was lunch at Tony Roma's a week or so ago. I love pulled chicken, so this menu item immediately caught my eye. The chicken itself got all of its flavour from the barbecue sauce on it (which was excellent). It was good - not great - I like my chicken to have flavour in and of itself, with the sauce enhancing rather than dominating it.

Sirloin Steak Dinner at Outback

Sirloin Steak Dinner, a photo by raise my voice on Flickr.

I don't have a steak dinner out very often, so I jumped at the chance at Outback this evening. The six ounce sirloin is the lowest priced steak dinner on the menu (at $19.95) and comes with vegetables, mushrooms, and a choice of side.

My steak was juicy and perfectly done to order. I would have enjoyed some seasoning on it, or a grilled flavour. Veggies were sauteed and tasty; mashed potatoes were creamy and had enough garlic to be flavourful without being overpowering. I love mushrooms, and these were also great with their deep wine flavour (but not as great as the crispy ones we had for appetizers!).

While it had its flaws, my dinner was enjoyable and good value for the money.

Crispy Fried Mushrooms

Crispy Fried Mushrooms, a photo by raise my voice on Flickr.

A post-work supper at Outback Steakhouse took place this evening during Happy Hour. In addition to drink specials, some of the appetizers were on sale.

We opted for the fried mushrooms which were crispy, as promised in the menu, piping hot, and juicy. The ranch dressing enhanced the flavour. Who knew fungus could taste so good?

Coffee Break: Green Cap Milk Tea

Green Cap Milk Tea, a photo by raise my voice on Flickr.

I have been loving bubble tea for years now, so when I learned there was a Taiwanese version of the drink, and only one place in Edmonton that sells it, I knew a trip to the Gama Store was in order (10418 82 Avenue).

Basically, the Green Cap Milk Tea is bubble tea - without the bubbles. There is a topping of liquid cheese foam, with green tea powder on top. The milk tea is smooth and creamy, and the cheese adds another level of refreshment.

The store's owner told me that Gama gets is tea directly from Taiwan and it is considered to be a healthier drink than bubble tea (with its tapioca balls). As well, I got a lesson in how to drink it properly - the cheese and powder is supposed to be mixed in with the tea itself. Personally, I enjoyed moving my straw around and sipping a bit from the top and bottom exclusively before giving in and mixing it together.

I can definitely see myself drinking more of these when the weather gets hotter.