Dinner and Music at Revolucion de Cuba Derby

On our way back from Alton Towers, we often go out for food. This time, Dann picked out a place on the way back that wasn’t too far out of the way and that made sense with our timeline. That’s how we ended up at Revolucion de Cuba Derby – which had tacos, small plates, a fun kid’s menu, and some cute drinks that Dann thought I would very much like. Hungry and excited to be somewhere new, we all ordered far too much food and had a fantastic time. About halfway into our dinner, a live band came in and started playing fantastic music, which was really a huge highlight to our day.

Jamón Croquetas, Crispy Pork Belly & Cuban Fries

Whenever we go to somewhere new with new types of food, we often order a few things for the table, so that everyone can try new stuff. So, we grabbed some jamon croquetas, which are mash potatos and ham, coated in breadcrumbs, fried. We have had these before with our children, but it had been a while, so they were excited to see them again! We also got cuban fries, which were cheesy, seasoned fries that Robin ended up eating more of then her fries that came with her meal, and some Crispy Pork Belly. I didn’t love the pork belly, but Dann did. I think the sauce, with the rum and fennel, was a bit much – but everyone did try it.

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Freak Marbles – Refreshed Classic

[Ad- gifted products] I remember playing marbles as a kid, at my grandparents house, where the marbles were in the back barn used for games of knock out. When we received Freak Marbles, I realized that Robin hadn’t played with marbles before, as it’s just not a thing for the newer generation – however Freak Marbles aims to change it all.

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Dole Fruit Pots and Jelly Pots – Great Snacks

[Ad- gifted product] Dole is such a classic brand that always has a bunch of different fruit-related treats that are perfect for your packed lunches, picnics, or just a snack, especially in the summertime! We got the chance to try out the Dole fruit pot – specifically the tropical fruit in juice and the Dole jelly pot, specifically the mixed fruit in peach flavour jelly this time. There are just some of the different snacks that they have to offer, all of which are under 100 calories per pot. They are a great source of vitamin c, contain no artifical sweeteners, flavourings or colorings, so feels like a win when your children grab for them.

Dole Tropical Fruit in Juice

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American Classics at Pinecrest Diner

Going to the Pinecrest Diner while in San Francisco for work, is something that basically every person in the area, going to GDC, does. The diner is open 24 hours, making it perfect for the first day you wake up, jet lagged, wanting both breakfast and lunch items all at once. It reminds me of everything that I love about America. Customising meals, unlimited refills on drinks, and a very simplistic looking place that has everything you want in it. Dann and I went right after we woke up, around 7:30 am local time (2:30 pm in England), so we were both rather hungry.

Buffalo Chicken Wings & Hash Browns

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Seeing it all in Spy Guy Fantasy

[Ad- gifted products] I feel like Spy Guy Fantasy is the perfect version of Spy Guy for our family. We took this tabletop game to our bi-weekly Geek Retreat board game night, where we spread it out onto the table. Amelia and Robin commented on how our board games have been on the longer side physically lately, taking up more and more of the table. This game was another that took up a big spread, with each of us sitting around it.

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