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    MJ & Hungryman » Celebration and Contigo

    Celebration and Contigo

    By Min On January 28, 2013, Updated April 4, 2020

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    This post is long overdue, but I have exciting news that I'm finally ready to share this morning.  Remember when I told you that I applied for the dietetic internship?  Guess what?  I got in!!!  The result came a lot faster than I anticipated, but no complaints here.  The internship is necessary in order to take the national exam to become a Registered Dietitian.  The supervised practice during the 10 month period consists of 3 parts - Medical Nutrition Therapy, Management/Business, and Community.  I will do rotations at diff hospitals, school districts, grocery stores, Mother's Milk Bank, WIC office, etc.  What I'm most excited about is that it's pediatric nutrition focused, which is my main area of interest.  Granted this may change as I go through the rotations.  I've learned over the years that it's good to keep my mind open.

    I can't wait to get started in August, and I'll be sure to share my journey with you every step of the way.

    The big news came to me during the middle of the week (two weeks ago), but I chose to wait until the weekend to tell Tim.  This was extremely hard to do, but I wanted him to sweep me off my feet, twirl me around, and take me out somewhere special.  He could've managed the first 2 parts, but the last one, we wouldn't have been able to do since he works the evening shift.

    So Saturday came, and I meant to tell him at dinner, but I just couldn't hold it in any longer.  I told him in the morning when he was still groggy...yea...what's wrong with me?!?!

    He asked me where I wanted to go to celebrate, and I said Contigo.  I know he's been wanting to go there so badly, as yup you guessed it...they serve a mean burger.  We've been putting it off for a special occasion as the place is a bit on the pricier side.  I thought this was the perfect time to go.

    PicMonkey Collage

    Located in East Austin, this restaurant is one of the loved and respected eateries in the city.  They're only open in the evenings and for brunch on Sundays.  Their vision is to serve "fresh, quality, bar food" in a cozy, rustic atmosphere.  There is indoor seating, but the prized seats are the ones outside where you can sip on a craft beer or a fun cocktail and enjoy your food in the elements.

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    Initially I worried about sitting outside on a chilly night.  However, between the heating lamps, lil fire pit, and blankets that are located throughout, I was able to take off my coat and soaked in the surroundings.
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    Their menu was one that I don't come across too often.  With selections like rabbit & dumplings, chicken liver, ox tongue sliders, pork liver pate, and pig ears, this place is not for the faint of heart.

    We probably ordered the least original, most unexciting dishes on the menu, but I didn't have the stomach for any of the other options that evening.  Someday...

    burger

    Tim ordered their famous burger served on house-made challah bread, topped with cheese, pickles, lettuce, and thick (and I mean thick) slices of onions and tomatoes.  When Tim took that first bite and the juices flowed from his burger, I knew that I had lost him.  He said that this burger was in the same category as the one he tried at 2nd Bar.  That's saying a lot!

    mine

    I ordered 2 of their small plates - cauliflower (one of the 2013 food trends) gratin that had currants, toasted almonds, parmesan, balsamic  and meatballs.

    The cauliflower gratin was quite a delight.  Too often, when you order a vegetable dish, it has been overcooked, overly sauced, smothered in cheese or other toppings that you end up missing the vegetable.  Not this one.  The star of the dish was the cauliflower which still had a nice bite to it, and the other complementary ingredients did just that...complement.

    As for the meatballs, I wasn't a fan.  It tasted more like uncased sausage to me due to its strong fennel flavor.  It was moist though.  I really appreciated the arugula as it helped cut through the richness of the meat.

    cake

    The highlight of the meal was hands down the Buckwheat Chocolate Cake.  It came with housemade nutella, cranberry coulis, and frozen caramel pecan nougat!  I've never had a buckwheat dessert so I didn't know what to expect.  But after my first bite, I was convinced that it def belonged in the world of sweets.  The buckwheat was not too overpowering and added a nice earthy and nutty depth to the cake.  Although I'm sure there were some "naughty" ingredients in there, I felt better about cleaning up the plate.  The homemade nutella tasted less sweet and had more of a roasted nut flavor than the one that comes in a jar.  You know which one I'm talking about ;).

    Now the star, I must say, was the frozen caramel pecan nougat.  It was creamy, crunchy, sweet, and cold!  You know that all my desserts have to be a la mode, but this time, I didn't miss the ice cream.  It tasted like cold Almond Roca.

    PicMonkey Collageus

    We were at the restaurant for nearly 2 hours and enjoyed every second of it.  We reminisced and talked about how far I've come since I first made the decision to go back to school.  Tim was and is my number one supporter, and although we hit many, no a countless number of obstacles along the way, he was by my side the whole time.  This evening was a celebration for me, but actually he deserves it more than I because I couldn't have done it without him.  Here's to endless moments like these...

     

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    About Min

    Thank you so much for stopping by! I am Min, a Registered Dietitian, a Christ follower, a wife, and a mom to our two miracle babies! Currently, I’m having a ton of fun feeding their tummies and sharing our baby led weaning journey! Follow me on Instagram if interested in seeing daily menu as well as tips and tricks.

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    1. myhealthyohana says

      February 04, 2013 at 12:51 pm

      Hooray!! Congratulations, Min!! I'm so excited for what the Lord has in store for you this year 🙂 I know you're going to do an amazing job at your internship! Gosh, August seems so far away, but I'm sure it's going to be here in a blink of an eye.

      I'm about to start my new job full swing this week...getting a bit nervous and thinking I may have bit off more than I can chew, but praying God will carry me through and show me his bigger plan. Hope you and Tim are doing well...we need to catch up soon 🙂

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    2. Sara @ Nourish and Flourish says

      January 29, 2013 at 5:52 pm

      CONGRATS, Min!!! I am thrilled to hear this news! You must be elated--as you should be!! I love that you waited to break the news to Tim, just so that you could celebrate over food. Now, that's a true foodie, for ya! 😉 Contigo sounds like an amazing restaurant, too. I'm drooling over that burger--oh my heavens, YUM! The gratin sounds delicious, too--I love that it contained parmesan and balsamic. Mmmm. Oh, and then that cake--THAT CAKE. Housemade Nutella? Swoooooon! Definitely a celebration-worthy treat!

      I hope you're having a fabulous week, love!! <3 xoxoxo

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    3. Kari @ bite-sized thoughts says

      January 29, 2013 at 2:48 am

      CONGRATULATIONS on the internship! That is fantastic news 🙂 This food looks completely celebration worthy too!

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    4. Christine R. says

      January 28, 2013 at 2:58 pm

      Congratulations!! What an amazing opportunity 🙂 Best of luck.

      P.s the chocolate cake looks so good!

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    5. healthydivaeats says

      January 28, 2013 at 12:26 pm

      CONGRATS Min!!! SO happy for you!! What awesome news and great news for someone who deserves it! Proud of you!!

      Loving the eats, you guys are always eating somewhere good on the weekend!

      Love you and thank you for your sweet comment on my blog! <3 I miss you friend!

      Reply
    6. Laurie @ Love, Laugh, Laurie says

      January 28, 2013 at 10:51 am

      Congrats!! So so exciting!! And I think you picked the right place to celebrate 🙂

      Reply
    7. Gabby says

      January 28, 2013 at 9:52 am

      Congratulations, lady! What an exciting time! That food looks mouthwatering.

      Reply
    8. carol says

      January 28, 2013 at 9:34 am

      Min, CONGRATULATIONS on wonderful news!!!! You are such a delightful read - so enjoyable. And we cannot forget your better half - - Tim you and Min are so deserving of each other. Keep that love and support going strong.

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      • Min says

        January 30, 2013 at 6:47 am

        Thank you so much, Carol for your lovely words of encouragement! It just warmed my heart 😉

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    9. Khushboo Thadani says

      January 28, 2013 at 9:33 am

      Ah I'm SO pleased for you Min! A huge congratulations to you on getting the internship, although I can't say I'm surprised! It really sounded like you put your heart & soul into your applications! Glad you guys celebrated in style- everything looks delicious but you definitely had me most at the sound of "Homemade Nutella"!

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    10. Leah says

      January 28, 2013 at 9:25 am

      Awww, congratulations Min! That's fantastic news and perfect to share for your Marvelous Monday post. 🙂

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    11. rosewithoutthorns says

      January 28, 2013 at 8:56 am

      Min! Congratulations on getting the internship! Am sooooo excited & happy for you! And.. contigo looks like a place for a Bizarre Foods episode! Pigs' ears? wow. thats the most extreme I've heard! The buckwheat chocolate cake looks drool-worthy! I've been hearing alot about buckwheat lately and haven't tried it yet. On my to-try list!
      Have a great week ahead dear!

      love,
      felicia

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      • Min says

        January 30, 2013 at 6:49 am

        Thank you! Something tells me that if we went there together you would've had the stomach to try all the exotic foods ;). And I would've watched and learned hehe

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