Ice skating with gift

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DHOOM Groupon

This was a free Appetizer compliments of the chef... Couldn't remember what it was exactly.. But it was nice.

Flambeed Tandoori Lobster

Lobster tail, coconut milk, white wine, garlic cooked in the tandoor, flambeed with Indian rum

This was my coupon Dinner choice! OMG was this the Best Lobster I ever had! It was grilled and seasoned to perfection. The rice was amazing and the extra sauce was divine!!!

Steamed Coconut Halibut 

Steamed in banana leaves, coconut, cilantro and sesame paste. Served with green pea pilaf.

This was my Fiance' dish and it was nice but nothing compared to my lobster... we both finished his dish and then indulged into the lobster together!

These are part of the complimentary appetizers that the chef sent. It was a fish ball of some sort and was really nice!

Burfee 

One of the most popular sweets in India - diamond shaped usually made from nuts and milk. Served with a coconut & vanilla flavored sauce

This was okay.......

I would highly recommend this place. I am counting the days until I go again!

https://www.dhoomnjny.com/food-menu/

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Farafina

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Frijoles Cali

Chimichanga Mahi Mahi filled, rice, & cheese, deep fried

Shrimp Quesadilla

Fish or Shrimp Taco $3.99 grilled mahi-mahi or grilled shrimp, cabbage mix & dressing on a flour tortilla

They make their own taco shells....

Homemade Brownie

Free Chips n Salsa..

Strong Sangria

http://www.frijolescantina.com/tablet/index.html

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Sabor Peru ( Dinner Night) ( Bday Continued) ( Groupon)

Whole grilled Peruvian Calamari special

When I say this is the best calamari I ever had in my life please believe I am telling you the truth!

The marinate that this  beautiful piece had on it was beyond delicious I could not stop adding more and more onto my plate

I almost ordered another plate of this but we had dinner to devour so that help us back 

You must find and try this dish 

Pargo Rojo

MP

Fresh whole Brazilian Red Snapper grilled or fried to perfection served with yuca & sweet banana

I hate dried fried red snapper, This fish was still really juicy and packed with flavor! The fried clams were something unexpected and I swear I will have to get this groupon one more time!!!

Jalea Sin Ropas

23

Grilled fish & seafood sauteed with garlic & soy served with white rice & salsa criolla

This was hands down the most flavorful dish I ever had. The fish was nicely fried then covered with this most flavorful sauce and seafood I could ever imagine

Tres Leches

We devoured this and it was so damn worth it!!

Please what ever you do... Try Peruvian food and make sure you give this place a chance!!

http://www.saborperunj.com/menu.html

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Mason Madrid ( My Birthday Dinner #3)

I was refereed to this place by my step mom as she and a few people she knows frequent for special occasions

I was more than excited to try this place after getting so many reviews from people 

Here is a caipirinha, one of my favorite drinks lately... I event went as far as buying the special Rum just to make it at home... and guess what... the bottle is almost done... hahahaha

My Fiance ordered the frozen strawberry margarita which was surprisingly good and slightly creamy! 

To go with our dinner we ordered the champagne Sangria.. Oh boy am I mad I did not ask what champagne they used so that I could recreate this drink on my own!!!

It was beyond delicious and crisp... I will go back for happy hour and have my own pitcher and then ask!

FRIED CALAMARI

Served with tomato Sauce

$10.95

This is what you call well seasoned and fresh calamari... I've have really bad calamari in my day and boy was I glad this was not an epic fail !!!

Each entree comes with a choice of soup or salad, The soup had meat in it so we both got the salad

The table receives a plate of rice and chips with their order which is really nice. I loved the taste of that saffron rice on its own 

OMG was it good and flavorfull... Guilty please for me

PAN SEARED CHILEAN SEA BASS/LEMON CAPERS SAUCE/SHRIMP /SAUTEED SPINACH

$32.95

Let me start off by saying this dish simply melted in my mouth. It was well seasoned

Light

Fresh

To

Die 

FOR

I'm dreaming about it right now and honestly am thinking about going back there after this post!!

PAELLA MARINERA

Clams, Mussels, Shrimp and Scallops

in Saffron Rice

$20.95

Here's what my Fiance had and his dish was spectacular. They gave so much we thankfully had leftovers for the next day!

The lobster was an added bonus to the dish and I quite frankly and glad the waiter suggested it!

TRES LECHES

My mini birthday cake was good! I was already stuffed at this point but I was able to scarf down half of this and it was really good

Of all the reviews I had prior to coming here, I see why this place was recommended to me, and why I am recommending it to you! 

http://www.mesonmadrid.com/

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The Oceanaire

Dinner with my future step mother in-law , Oh how nice

Instead of doing happy hour, we opted to sit at a table and have a nice bottle of wine.

This bottle was really nice, glad It caught a flick because I will be hunting this down and purchasing it very soon!!

ALASKA COHO SALMON 34

with the DYNAMITE 7 Enhancement

This was my meal.... hold up now hold up... I know there are no flicks of appetizers and such, but believe you me, we could not fit any more food before these decadent entrees.

This salmon, is by far one of  THE BEST salmon dishes I ever had in a restaurant hands down. 

I am doing back flips right now anticipating the next time I'm going to have the chance to go here once again!

Fist off you get to choose your style of cooking

Then you can add up upgrades and I was advised that the best one was the Dynamite because it;s a succulent sauce with crab meat on top.

YES it was by far the BEST choice ever... Sorry for the dark pics. I will go again and retake in another post :)

STUFFED AUSTRALIAN BARRAMUNDI FLORENTINE 32 Spinach, Crabmeat & Shrimp Stuffing Tomato-Chive Butte

My Fiance had this dish, I tried a sample and all I could say was Veggie heaven. Even though it was a full Fish dish, Every bite had veggies on the fork. 

CANADA SWORDFISH 32

This was Future Mother In-Law's dish,  I never had Sward fish, and at first I wanted to ask where the rest of her dish was. 

They treat the fish like a piece of Steak which is cool. I had the honor of tasting a piece and Understood why I was alone on the plate. It was cooked tot he perfect temperature and wow, I might have a reason now to try and cook it at home soon too!

With a meal like that... We had to get desert! and what better than Bread pudding!

Again so sorry for the dark pictures... Next visit will be better. 

All I can say was that that too was an AMAzing bread pudding I ever had..... had chocolate chuncks in there

I say take your butt here for happy hour and test the waters before you go on and have dinner! either way I will Def go back again!

http://www.theoceanaire.com/pdf/menus/Hackensack/Hackensack_Dinner_Menu.pdf

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Monsoon ( Birthday Dinner)

I think this  might have been one of our best bday dinners yet!

Part 2

The picture of the bottle of Sake we got did not want to show up for some reason on this post, but I will say you must try cloudy sake and all other variations of Sake they have to offer 

Here the Rock shrimp was good. I believe it's up there with the top 5 Rock shrimps that we've had. The sauce was on point and the shrimp were cooked to perfection

spicy rock shrimp tempura spicy mayo.........................16

We wanted to try something new and we did. After sharing this roll I almost attempted to order another one but was advised that the meal we were about to get was plenty to satisfy our hunger needs

It was not spicy as indicated, because we both enjoy spicy food and this was merely a tease, all in all it was fresh and rewarding to say the least!!

*spicy salmon roll tobiko, chili.......................................................................................... 8. 

Now for the Big winner!!! (winner winner Chicken dinner)

This style of Lobster will and I repeat will be replicated once I get some time at home. OMG the broth was so flavorful yet light. The lobster had to be about 2lbs and more than enough veggies in the bowl to satisfy us both. It did need a side dish though, which I'll get to in a second

What we loved about this was the fact that the lobster was grilled and then placed into the broth to marinate and served to perfection. O man do I want some now :(

 Cantonese lobster rich butter glaze, shishito pepper,black beans ................ 39. 

This is the side of rice we god. It is not your typical greasy fried rice and in fact tasted a little to healthy for me LOL. It was perfect though to enjoy with that amazing Lobster.

seafood fried rice lobster, shrimp, egg, scallions........ 16.

Let him EAT what ever he wants LOL

Here wr have FRIED oreos... Why in heavens would we not try this (out of all other options, why not)

It was so good and a great end to an amazing meal oh man!!

TEMPURA FRIED OREOS CHILI SPIKED DIPPING SAUCE

Go here for your birthday or any other occasion and guess what.. they reward you with a $25 gift card to come back... well don't mind if I do!!

Great staff, great food and Amazing atmosphere! Cheer's to another great year to the love of my life!!!

http://monsoonny.com/

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Pampano (Coupon)

Romance is in the air! Did somebody say Coupon and a great deal at that?? Well Here is one of the best Groupon Dates I've been on and most affordable one at that. 

What you get for 

• $59 for a three-course, upscale prix fixe Mexican dinner for two ($110 value)
• Includes Two apps, Two Entree's and Two Deserts
• Drinks not included....

SANGRIAS

MANGO PEACH 

vino blanco / peach schnapps / mango / peach

So this wasn't included, but we didn't care and ordered a pitcher. It wasn't strong but it was really tasty. I will try and make this at home for a party or something. So summery or Spring like.

 Small Pitcher 30

ENSALADA MIXTA 

mixed greens / jicama / avocado / mango / serrano pepper vinaigrette 13

This was one of the appetizers/ salads. I wonder what the real size is because of the price on the regular menu versus the groupon deal. Any who.... It was a tangy and appetizing salad. The jicama and the avocado was a really nice combo in this salad. I would def try this once again.

CAMARON 

shrimp / habanero sauce / cilantro / red onion 15

This is the second best Ceviche I've had being that it's my second time only having it. Really well flavored, I tasted like a passion fruit background with that awesome lime kick at the end. Very light and fresh flavors. I really enjoyed the big pieces, but not overly big. You could enjoy every ingredient in one bite. Very romantic!

ROBALO PLACIDO 

pan seared black sea bass / roasted tomato-chipotle enchilada / black bean tru e purée / plantain chutney 30

My entree was delicious. Very artsy and different. I never had something like this before. The Sea bass was nicly seasoned, and the veggies were all cooked well. What blew my mind was the drizzle of truffle oil and the enchilada woah! Amazing dish all together.

MARISCADA 

bay scallops / calamari / shrimp / octopus / cilantro rice / achiote coconut sauce / grilled pineapple 30

My boo's dish was equally as amazing. The RICE was out of this world. We need to try and recreate this at home at some point. All the seafood was cooked to perfection, and then the sauce, Omg I had to stop picking at his plate in order to finish mine, and when I was done with mine I wanted to eat more of his!

Helados 

y Nieves assorted gelato & sorbets

Caramel Gelato and Coconut Gelato

His desert was cool... Not much to elaborate on but that one was coconut and the other was caramel. 

CHOCOFLAN

dark chocolate / caramel flan / candied pecans / 10

This Flan was decadent to say the least. I had a really good time eating this. Very different, Only thing I wanted though was it to taste a little more that dulce de leche... but beggers can't be choosers. 

I feel as though another groupon here will do, regular price would be pushing it. From the looks of it, it's a date night place or an office happy hour spot. Either way, there needs to be an incentive like a cheaper meal to go back, with out that I wouldn't really press it. 

http://www.richardsandoval.com/pampano/

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