OuterBanks, North Carolina Adventure

Family Adventure at OuterBanks, North Carolina

Hello Everyone!

Wohooo! I'm back from my awesome vacation, back to work, and back into the blogging world. Indeed I missed all of you! I wish I could take you with me and experience all the fun stuff that me and my family enjoyed.  It was truly a very fun vacation, relaxing, and just feel great being with my beloved family. We went to Outerbanks, North Carolina. Yes! As you may remembered my first blog post about my Outerbanks experience back in 2013 and then followed by Outerbanks escapade in 2014.

Packed with excitement I'm taking you with me as we unfold all the fun stuff Outerbanks, NC has to offer! Started off by hitting the road at midnight. O Yea! we drove overnight along with my in-laws. Had a delicious stop for breakfast at IHOP. ( blink together everyone) Viola! we reached our final destination Outerbanks, NC. Yippee!!We stayed in a private condo with easy access to the beach, indoor pool and very close to stores, restaurants and gift shoppe (same place that we stayed last year and the year before that:)

Let's get going and start our fun Outerbanks Adventure!:)
- Note: We hangout in the beach and pool everyday! -:)

  

Sunday Fun Outdoor Cookout

We all hit the beach with full BLAST and EXCITEMENT!  when I say (WE I meant all 16 of us that includes the adult and the kids) and to make this vacation super fun and exciting! We had fun Outdoor Cookout. It was DELICIOUS! We had brats, burger, hotdog, beans, chips, and all tasty food. Yum!

Monday- It's Granny Helen's Birthday

After spending time in the pool and on the beach. We had delicious dinner at Miller's Seafood and Steakhouse in celebration of Granny Helen Birthday. The ambiance of the place was inviting and relaxing. The food is EXCELLENT- they served us with hush puppies as we waited for our order. I had Grilled Mahi-Mahi with tropical salsa, rice and steamed vegetables. It was delicious and impressive food. We head home to finished off the celebration. We had strawberry cake and ice cream for dessert.

Tuesday- Sweetness Overload

This is the DAY were we spent our time with our family. So Me, hubby, Reese and the kids head out to have dinner at Applebees. I ordered baby back rib with sweet fries on the side, which is by the way delicious. Then, we went to shopped for souvenirs and had long sweet walked on the beach (holding hands! char!) and watched the sunset. Awesome!

Wednesday- Bonfire and Smore's Experience

We had fantastic dinner that includes meatloaf, baked macaroni and cheese, chicken, and corn prepared by Mom Cheri, Emma, Abbey and Reese. It super TASTY! and had amazing Bonfire and Smore's experience at the beach. We sang, talked and had fun with sparkles. It feels great to hear the waves splashed and smiles on everyone's faces. Amazing!

 

Thursday- Dolphin Tour and Quinn's Birthday Celebration

In celebration of Quinn's birthday. We all went to see Dolphins and YES! I saw Dolphins up close. It was very exciting moment and unforgettable. The whole Dolphin Tour experience is phenomenal. 

Then- we had dinner at this restaurant (which I totally forgot the name) I had Caribbean Tuna with rice and beans on the side, and Mango Colada for drink to compliment my super tasty dinner. We continue the party at my sister-in-law's place and had cake and ice cream. Yum!

Friday- Seafood Adventure & Jockey's Ridge Escapade

Before heading back in Ohio we had an awesome seafood adventure . As you all know me, I'm such a huge seafood fan! We went to TAPHOUSE and I ordered Seafood Platter which compose of steamed crab legs, shrimp and clamps. Yum! It's like Seafood galore adventure- so GOOD!
Then, we went out to experience the giant sand dune at Jockey's Ridge Park. Loved seeing my kids, nephews, nieces and in-laws enjoying the sunset and the scenic view.

 

Saturday- Virginia Beach, Jollibee Experience!

Jollibee is a famous fast food in the Philippines kinda like Mcdonald's here in the US. So, We stopped by for lunch before heading home. I was totally impressed with whole experience. It just feel like I'm in the Philippines! the crowd, the food and the feeling!! Wohoo! It feel great to have Chickenjoy meal, Halo-Halo and Spaghetti after 3 years! LOVE! LOVE Jollibee!!

 And that's how I spent my amazing summer vacation! Truly an experience to remember forever!


Home Sweet Home- After long hour of driving we finally HOME. I hope you enjoy reading my Outerbanks Adventures. And that's how I spent my amazing summer vacation together with my beloved family Hubby, Reese, Reyna, Garyn, Granny Helen, Mom Cheri (mother in-law)

Sister in-laws (Tacy, Kindra, Emma and Abbey)

Nieces (Sophia, and Quinn) 

Nephews (Vincent, Xander and Phillip) 

- Thank you so much for super fun week, I love you all!-

 
Share me your thoughts and fun escapades this summer  or even your latest recipes experience on the comment below. Stay pretty and gorgeous everyone! Enjoy the rest of the day and I'll see you in few days for more delicious and fun foodie adventures and recipes.

xoxox- Melgie

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Chocolate-Filled Crescents Recipe

Easy Chocolate Crescents for Dessert

Hello Everyone!

Summer is finally here at Campbell's place. Wohooo! excitement overload- Yes! we are heading to Outerbanks once again with my lovely family for vacation. I simply can't contain myself from excitement! (Oh yeah! lets bring the hottest dance music Watch Me (Whip/Nae Nae) for inspiration hahaha ) 
Anyways, I'm really excited to share with you my latest favorite dessert the Chocolate- Filled Crescents. Yum! It's super easy, fast and delicious dessert that surely your family and friends will loved. I personally loved this recipe, its simple yet so delicious! It's number one dessert requested in my household right now. Indeed my kids loved some chocolate-filled crescents. I can't wait to make more of this scrumptious dessert soon. Yummo! I got the original recipe from Allrecipes.com and made my own version which I'll be sharing here on my blog.
Let's get this excitement going! Come on join me as we make this super easy and delicious dessert.

 Note: This recipe makes 8 chocolate filled crescents. You can sprinkle powdered sugar at the end if desired. Double or triple the recipe for larger crowd. Enjoy!

Ingredients:

1 (8 oz) Refrigerated Crescents  Dinner rolls

1 cup chocolate chips- used any chocolate chip you have on hand.

Butter- optional

powdered sugar- optional

Directions: 

1. Heat the oven into 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Separate the crescents rolls dough into 8 triangles.

2. Spray the cookie sheet with non-stick cooking spray and set aside. 

3. Place tablespoon of chocolate chip on wide end of each triangle. Roll up the crescents dough, rolling into the opposite side. Place on greased cookie sheet.

4. Brush the chocolate-filled crescents dough with melted butter this is totally optional.

5. Bake at 350 for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. You can sprinkle with powdered sugar if desired.

Share with family and friends! Enjoy:)

Sweet yummy dessert overload! I can't get over how good this recipe.Yum! If your looking for super easy, fast and delicious desserts. Give this chocolate-filled crescents a TRY. I'll promise you, this dessert is truly a keeper. Simply delicious! have I told you how many rolls I had? (Shhhh, I'm down to my third one now hahaha so good!) Anyways, As I mention earlier. I'll be away for a week but I'm still going to check my blog while I'm there. So keep those comments coming and let me know how this dessert work out for you. 

Don't forget to visit my two blogs sweetcuisinera for your everyday recipe inspirations, or even DIY and  product reviews at wish4less. I'll see you when I get back. Enjoy the rest of the day and always stay gorgeous.

xoxox- Melgie

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Glorious Outerbanks Vacation 2014

Outerbanks Vacation Escapades

Hello Everyone!

I'm officially back from my great week vacation with my loving family...and Guess what? I'm missed you all! It's been pretty fast month for me, I felt like, I started to felt that vacation mode and the next thing I know, It's time for us to go back. Time went so fast when your having fun, "ika nga" But, Hey! I'm bringing those sweet, unforgettable and fun memories with me and I'm beyond excited to share it with you:)  Are you excited? Come on, hold my hand and join me, As, I uncovered my everyday fun food escapades, great beach adventures and my relaxing moments at Outerbanks.

Here we go!..wink:)

Outerbanks is the place where I can relax and enjoy every moment of it. Actually, I remembered blogging about my last year Outerbanks vacation.:) So, Anyways, Let's start the adventures by driving more than 11 hours. Yup! I know its exhausting thinking about it, but it was fun. We packed snacks and drinks with us and the movie LEGO is great entertainment for everyone. I actually, enjoyed it. " Everything is Awesome!!!"fast forward- We finally arrived at Windjammer the place where we always stay. Everything you can think of that perfect place for vacation, close access to the beach, gift shops, restaurants, indoor pool and hot tub.. and more.

Sunday- We went to the beach and then to the pool. Then we ate out in celebration of Granny's 75th birthday at The Dunes restaurant. The restaurant is amazing, very pleasant ambiance and so relaxing. I really enjoyed my food which is Blackened Mahi-Mahi with tropical salsa topping, Dunes Rice and summer veggies on the side. The dessert is scrumptious! I can't stop going back for more bite and more and more.. until its gone! I have a chocolate mouse cake with whip cream... I should stop! I'm drooling right now hahaha.

 As part of this awesome vacation is our family dinner together. The deal was, one family member should volunteer to make dinner for everyone. Which is pretty cool you think? I think so too. Anyways on our second and third day is pretty much hanging out on the beach and in the pool area. 

Monday- Granny made us meatloaf, mashed potato and green beans. It's really good!

Tuesday- Tacy ( my sister in-law) made us crabcake and corn- I can't get enough of it. It just that good!:)

 -We also explore the Tangler outlet and Wings for some shopping galore! It was really fun..promise!

 Wednesday- It's Quinn's birthday ( my niece/ Tacy's daughter ) The whole family went out for Dophin Watch Tour! I'm so excited! I never seen dolphin up close and I think its really fun experience for my kids too, seeing the dolphin and riding a boat. I surely was right, my kids loved it. Too bad we didn't see dolphin that day but the tour is amazing.  I enjoyed just looking the scenic views and the smell of fresh sea water.

The Dinner was Pizza and of course CAKE! It was unforgettable...

Thursday- If there's like " Beach Day" kinda day, This is the day! We pretty much just being at the beach all day long. My kids loved playing with the sand, we made some cute a.k.a "sand castle". I get to experienced to be buried alive on the sand and so my kids.

Sunbathing- check!

Picnic at the beach- check!

Relaxing- check!! check and more! It was so much!! and I made Beef and Broccoli for dinner! wohoo!! and can't be complete without my chocolate fudge brownie with lemon icing for dessert. Its kinda strange that chocolate and lemon together but it works...wink!:)

 Friday- Our last day at Outerbanks and we are making most out of it. Started off by taking a long walk at the beach with my kids, hitting the beach early and explore every minute exploring the place. My Mother in-law ( Cheri) made salad, baked beans, baked chicken, potatoes and tater tots and ice cream for dessert. Then, we head off to Jockey's Ridge.. how amazing! My kids have full of energy just running up and down at giant sand dunes. We also watched the beautiful sunset..and went out for souvenir shopping.

 We drove Friday night and got home Saturday afternoon.Vacation with family is priceless and a moment to be treasured for the rest of my life. I hope you enjoy reading my vacation escapades and when you get a chance to be at Outerbanks you surely know what to expect. I hope you have great week everyone! and I'll see you in few days...

xoxox- Melgie

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