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Dry Curry

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 “Dry Curry” Cedar Park, 2025

I’ve come to realize that curry is one of my favorite types of food. I love Japanese curry, Thai curry, Indian curry – pretty much every version I’ve tried. I honestly can’t remember ever having a curry I didn’t like. Tonight we had a dry curry, which brought back memories of a dish my mom used to make called “curry hamburger.” It was basically ground beef and vegetables cooked in a curry sauce, and it also had that dry-style consistency. Such a comforting and nostalgic meal!

Steamed Pork and Cabbage

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 “Steamy” Cedar Park, 2025

Mariko made some delicious pork and cabbage balls and steamed them just right. With bowls of rice and miso soup on the side, it turned into a nice and simple meal that everyone enjoyed.

Photo info: FUJIFILM X-E4, 27mm, f/3.2, 1/100 sec, ISO1250
 “Steamed Pork and Miso Soup” Cedar Park, 2025

Bibimbap

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 “Bibimbap” Cedar Park, 2025

Bibimbap is a Korean mixed rice bowl, and I always think the colors look so beautiful. That said, I actually think the “before” photo – before everything gets mixed together – looks even better. You can see it below!

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 “Bibimbap Before Mixing” Cedar Park, 2025

White Pass Railway

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 “White Pass Rail” Skagway, 2025

Today’s shore excursion was a ride on the White Pass Railway in Skagway. Even though the weather was misty and rainy, the journey through the mountains was still incredible. I was blown away by how the railway was built along the sides of such rugged terrain. It’s hard to imagine the amount of effort and determination it took to complete.

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 “White Pass Rail” Skagway, 2025

After the train ride and a quick stop in the touristy part of town, we made our way back to the ship and continued on. I loved taking in the stunning Alaskan scenery and scanning the landscape for whales and bears with the binoculars. It was such a fun way to pass the time.

One thing I really enjoy about cruising is the nonstop food. I couldn’t resist going for a classic burger and fries. Sometimes that’s exactly what hits the spot.

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 “Inside Passage” Alaska, 2025
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 “Inside Passage” Alaska, 2025
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 “Burger & Fries” Alaska, 2025

Chicken on the Grill

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 “Chicken on the Grill” Cedar Park, 2025

I grilled a batch of chicken thighs for a dinner party this evening. The recipe is similar to char siu pork and has that distinctive five-spice flavor. It is always a favorite and so easy to make. Absolutely delicious!

Sushi at Home

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 “Sushi Dinner” Cedar Park, 2025

Sushi at home is so much fun! I especially enjoy hamachi and hotate, and there was plenty to go around tonight. I’m usually not a big fan of maguro, but it was surprisingly tasty this time. The salmon is always delicious, as usual. Honestly, I could eat sushi like this every night!