Adam and I were joined by my mom and stepdad for dinner at our 2nd favorite sushi place tonight, Hanabi. It’s in a northern suburb of Chicago, and a great place for us to meet up.
We started with a (unpictured) seaweed salad with crab called Kani-su. It was seaweed, cucumbers, gourd, and crab salad in a soy vinegar dressing. VERY refreshing!
Then, we got our main dishes. My mom got chicken teriyaki with vegetables:
Someone called this teriyaki in a garden
My stepdad, David, got a gorgeous sushi combo platter… that’s sea urchin in the upper left!
Isn't it gorgeous?
Adam and I got a fantastic variety of rolls and pieces of sushi. The one at the top of the picture is the chef’s special which features shrimp, tuna, crab, and spicy sauce, with avocado and eel on top. The one on the bottom is called the “American Eagle” which is eel, avocado, and cream cheese, then the whole roll is fried. Decadent, yes. Healthy? NO! Delicious?? ABSOLUTELY!
There's crab, egg, avocado, spicy tuna, and rice bowls on there too!
It was a great meal and fun conversation! We’re back home now, and going to enjoy an evening in since it’s getting COLD out there again. Is anyone else ready for Spring??
Earlier today, I was greeted at the mailbox with a big squishy package from Stoneyfield Farms! I’ve been sent coupons to try the Oikos yogurt, as well as other coupons and a great canvas lunch bag:
Thanks Kristina from Stoneyfield Farms!
**Seriousness Ahead**
Just look at that face!
This is Casey.
Casey is my friend Jessica‘s foster Schnauzer, and he was rescued from being euthanized at County Animal Services. After he was rescued, it was found that he has a very serious heart murmur that can only be fixed with surgery. Since he likely won’t be adopted until the murmur is fixed, and SchnauzerLove (the foster dog agency) is looking for anyone who can help Casey get his surgery.
Jessica set up a fundraising page on Facebook, and she is halfway to the amount needed for the surgery. BUT, they need all the help they can get! Even if you’re not a Facebook member, check out the fundraising page and donate what you can, even if its just a couple dollars. EVERY LITTLE BIT HELPS! You don’t have to be a Facebook member to read the page, but please see Jessica’s comment below if you would like to donate less than $10.
I’m a total animal lover, and know that many of you are too, so please, help Casey get his heart surgery! I know this was of my normal topic, but the moment Jessica asked me for help, I had to agree…
Make sure you come back tomorrow for Cute Food Saturday!
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Awww, poor puppy. It’s always so hard when pets are sick, because it their medical care is so pricey. Hopefully he gets his surgery soon.
Love that it’s sushi night. I need sushi night, but perferably when I can actually taste.
PS – You should have never told me about Peggle.
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Sigh. If money grew on trees, I would live on sushi. Yum! (Have you ever made seaweed salad? One of my favs!)
And Casey is such a nice pooch! Thanks for the link. I’ll definitely stop by. I lost one of my kitties last year. It’s so hard when animals are sick.
+Jessie
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What a great night out! Never heard of that place before – we’ll have to check it out when Tony gets better.
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Awww, Casey!!! I love schnauzers! I’ll def donate. Poor little guy. You’re the best for helping to raise the money for his surgery…another reminder of why people shouldn’t get pets on a whim! They’re like little people!
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I tried to donate a few dollars, but it won’t accept it – says I have to choose at least $10, which unfortunately I can’t do right now. There’s no way to leave a comment or anything to let Jessica know, either! You should see if she can change that, b/c like you said – if it’s just a couple dollars it ALL helps.
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So sad about that cute puppy! I hope enough funds are raised for his surgery!
Thats it. I have had enough seeing sushi all over the blogs lately.. I NEED some! It looks delicious!
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Hi there! Thanks for everyone’s well wishes for Casey. He’s a precious little dog and it really makes me so happy to see so many kind people reaching out to help him get better.
Regarding the amount–unfortunately the minimum amount the “Causes” application on Facebook is $10. I wish I could change that but I cannot. If you would like to donate less, you can go to http://www.schnauzerloverescue.org and there is a mailing address where you can send your checks (Casey’s story is prominently featured there as well!). As Casey’s foster mom, I thank each and every one of you who have donated or even just posted a link to his “Cause” from your Facebook page. I truly appreciate it.
Oh–there is a “note” feature on the Cause page, where people can send me messages, or you can post on the Cause’s “Wall”.
Thanks again Mara, for helping spread the word about little Casey! Muah.
oh my gosh. Casey is adorable.
and sushi looks yum!
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wow…. looks like a nice spread. I’m what I call a “selective sushi eater” … some of the stuff doesn’t agree with me
On the puppy front, I think I have a few extra greenbacks that aren’t doing anything at the moment.
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sushi night is so fun~~ everything looks delicious~~~
that’s a cute puppy~~
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Lovely dinner out!!
I’m praying hard for Casey!!
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I’ve never had sushi. It looks… ok. Haha!
I’ve probably pick yogurt over sushi. ; ) I’ve never had that kind of yogurt yet. I think Giant sells it, not sure. Be curious to see what you think!
Cute food Saturday? I’ll be here!
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sushi looks great!
I love Schnauzers! My parents last 2 dogs (and their current one) are Schnauzers – they are such great pets, so smart and loyal. Thanks for posting that info!
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yipeee for sushi dinner!!! hahaha i’d probably get thet terriyaki chicken in a garden. heheheh YUMMY!!! Hope you have a fabulous weekend!!!
omgosh I wish i had all those goodies from yogurtland! hahaha
YUM!! I allowed myself a sushi splurge on Sunday and it was aaamaaazing! I’m reading your twitter, hehe good luck at your meeting!
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Its Sushi Saturday (probably) for me!
Aww poor puppy, I’ll definitely contribute!
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Aww Casey – that breaks my heart.
I truly hope he is able to have his surgery done soon!
Sushi…still jealous of Kelly for winning your sushi scarf.
Have a good weekend!
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