10 things to make with that leftover turkey

Dishes made with Thanksgiving Turkey leftovers

Although we had a fantastic meal at the Delorie's during the afternoon on Thanksgiving, we still had our own turkey that had been brining in salt water and spices for two days.  After a quick nap, I popped the bird into the oven, breast side down for 4 hours.  I know.. what a faux pas!.. I'd rather have a moist bird than risk dry breasts.  Who cares? It's just us two tonight and there's no one I need tioimpress.

Modern sushi and Asian cuisine at Nobo in Chelmsford

Move over Sushi Yanagi, I've found a new favorite sushi joint in Chelmsford! I've been meaning to check this place out since its opening earlier this year but for some reason, we never got a chance to.  The Mo and I finally visited last Friday to celebrate my birthday (and to rack extra points on Chase First Fridays Dining!)

Spider Roll $9.50

We went around 9 PM and the place was pretty busy.  There are 2 sides, one is more of a lounge and the other is a dining area with a sushi bar where you can sit and watch the chefs prep maki rolls and sushi boats.

36 hours Grand stay at the new St.Regis in Mumbai

St Regis Mumbai
Photo Courtesty of Starwoodhotels.com

For our last night in India, the Mo and I wanted to indulge a little before our 37 hour journey back home.  We booked a night at the Palladium Resort in the lower parel area in Mumbai.  Through Agoda, we got a Club King Panoramic View for about $270.00 a night (with tax and fees) which was a bit more than our typical hotel budget since we usually spend that much for a whole week in Southeast Asia.

I was intrigued by the hotel special because the club room included airport transfers, cocktail hour(s), breakfast, high tea, early check-in and late check-out.

To our nice surprise, the hotel would be acquired by the premier St.Regis brand and I would be staying at an exclusive hotel.

Afternoon high tea at St.Regis Mumbai

During our stay at St.Regis Mumbai, we were treated to a delightful afternoon high tea experience in the drawing room.  Traditionally, high tea was a social event for upper class British where they can get in  a quick bite in between meals since their dinners were later in the evening and much more formal and lengthy, not to mention getting dressed for the dinner itself. (Think Downton Abby)

In addition to the other high end hotels like the Taj Mahal Palace and the Taj Lands End, St.Regis jumped on the bandwagon and offered its own version of the tea service.

Dabbawala, Sea Link, Taj Palace, Colaba, Gateway of India and Busaba Buffet

Gateway of India
(opposite Taj Mahal Palace Mumbai)

We only had a day in Mumbai before our flight back to the states so we didn't have a jammed pack itinerary for the 9th most populated city in the world.  We hired an air conditioned taxi for four hours to drive us around Colaba.

Burmese Kaukswe and Banh Mi's at BusaGo in Lower Parel Mumbai

BusaGo Kaukswe

Surprisingly, we didn't eat at much curry and biriyani as we thought we would in India. Being in Mumbai, a large capital city, we ate lots of other Asian staples.  Within a 15 minute walk from the St.Regis, we walked the Lower Parel area of Mumbai to BusaGO, serving Southeast Asian staples in a quirky eatery.

The restaurant is down a little alleyway so it can be tricky to find. Luckily, I spotted the delivery truck infront of the restaurant.

Sunset & Cockails at Go with the Flow Baga Beach Goa

Go with the Flow was one of my favorite dining experiences in India.  The ambiance was wonderful and the food was great. Prices were very reasonable and we had a great time. Also, all profits from the restaurant goes to the Samarpan Foundation, "surrendering your identify to the Universe."  The non-profit charity serves the most poor and vulnerable people so I was happy that we were dining for a good cause.

Go with the Flow
Beef Na Pedra

We were told that the best sunset view was from the tower at Go with the Flow in Baga Beach Goa.  One can sit in the funky chairs, sip on cocktails and watch all the fisherman's boat come in.