This fond moment happened almost 5 years ago and makes reference to my 55th birthday. With 60 in the wings, that 55 seems pretty sweet right now. LOL.
Scribbles pal Hazel Mackiddie invited me to join her at the Mandarin Restaurant for lunch on Oct. 1st. The popular Chinese food chain is celebrating the Moon this month and Thursday they offered 50% off for all seniors.
Although Hazel had made a reservation, which helped a bit, the place was very busy and the parking lot was packed. Hazel is 74 years old (and YES I asked her in advance if I could include that info here...LOL) She has officially been a senior for 9 years but still had to show her senior's card to the hostess.
We pigged out on appetizers, entrees & desserts and the food and service were top notch as expected. We made sure to go back for seconds on our favourite dishes. You can't say they don't have much to offer at the Mandarin, that's for darn sure!
When we finished, Hazel took the bill. We were charged for TWO senior half price specials. I was happy we received a lower bill, especially since it was Hazel's treat, but not overly amused that the day before my 55th birthday, I received a senior's discount. Hell, I had even freshly coloured my hair and goatee hours before we went there.
But half off anything is always a good deal, even if it bruises your ego a bit. LOL!
Well it's fairly obvious this isn't a recent outing since right now the Mandarin is only offering take out/ delivery orders. Looking forward to a time when once again we can all enjoy the buffet at the Mandarin
Well it's fairly obvious this isn't a recent outing since right now the Mandarin is only offering take out/ delivery orders. Looking forward to a time when once again we can all enjoy the buffet at the Mandarin