Six of us went to Saladang (363 S. Fair Oaks Avenue, Pasadena) for lunch.
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Palette of appetizers -- tofu, fried shrimp, wontons, spring rolls, gold pouches ($12.95).
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Nothing too interesting, but who doesn't love a big plate of fried stuff?
Beef yellow curry with carrot, potato, and coconut cream ($7.95).
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This was my favorite dish of the day -- creamy, rich, and a touch of sweet.
Beef pad see ew with broccoli and egg ($7.95).
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A staple for me at Thai places. Not a bad rendition here.
Beef salad with romaine, red onions, cucumbers, tomatoes, carrots, and chilies ($7.95).
My least favorite of the day. Too salty. Too sweet. Pretty though.
Eggplant in black bean sauce, chilies, and basil leaves ($7.95).
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Very good. Fresh and savory and spicy.
Chicken panang curry with peas and coconut cream ($7.95).
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Second favorite of the day. Had a lovely little kick.
The stir-fried mixed vegetable dish ($7.95) was too far for me to capture, but Tennessee and Giggles seemed to enjoy it. We also had mango and sticky rice, but it was so enticing that I completely forgot to photograph it before we decimated it.
Later that afternoon, we gathered for Glam's homemade pecan and strawberry pies. She knows I love pie more than I love cake, and I know I love Glam more than I love most other people!
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Glam even brought her fresh whipped cream dispenser.
Bax brought treats from Pearls Cupcakes.
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Adorable cards selected by Giggles, Prim, and Glam with gifties in the back.
My co-workers are the bestest! Happy, happy, joy, joy!
And the day wasn't even over yet....
What a good group of friends you have!
ReplyDeleteHope you had a great day.
Your technological prowess never ceases to amaze! How did you post that whipper action shot?!!!
ReplyDeleteI can't decide which I love more - the Thai food or the desserts!
ReplyDeleteI would like to borrow your coworkers for my birthday.
ReplyDeletethanks. ;)
I love thai curry. And pies. Glad your birthday was food-filled!
ReplyDeleteI'm coming out of hiding to say, "Happy Birthday!" I've been a long-time surreptitious reader of your blog, but I want to let you know that I really enjoy reading all about your food adventures. Keep up the good work!
ReplyDeleteP.S. I too, am impressed by the whipped cream shot.
I love the birthday hug monkey card!!!
ReplyDeleteso much foooooood!
ReplyDeletewhat a lovely birthday lunch! your friends are the best.
ReplyDeletelooks like you had a great birthday celebration :)
ReplyDeleteooh saladang. yum.
ReplyDeletethat pecan pie looks fab!!!
ReplyDelete* When I didn't see a picture of the mango and sticky rice I was getting ready to write a horrified comment about how you can't go there during the mango season and NOT get that dish. Obviously, that was unnecessary. ;)
ReplyDelete* Jim likes pie waaay more than cake, too. Hence, I made a homemade, crust and filling, blueberry pie for him for his birthday this year.
* I need a fancy whipped cream toy. Jim's aunt has one in pink that I keep threatening to steal.
*Cupcakes. !!!
Birthday fun!! I love it!
ReplyDeleteHappy belated birthday. Again. :)