Cattlemens Steak House California

Where is the Best steak in town?  We wanted to eat at least one time before we go back to Malaysia... LOL... And the place recommended is none other than Cattlemens and that is where we went one evening last week. Called up the place to make the reservation in the morning and by 6.30pm, we reached Cattlemen's...

According to their own website, Cattlemens is an authentic, family-oriented Western-themed steakhouse serving Harris Ranch “All Natural” beef hand-cut fresh daily by our own butchers. Since opening in 1968, Cattlemens has been widely known as the “Best Steak in the West”— a standout in quality food, value, Western hospitality and charming Western ambience.

And here we were at the Cattlemens.... since we were a bit early, we whiled away the time by these below...

Around the vicinity....

After 15 minutes or so, we were led to be seated at our table of 8...

Nice ambiance... a cowboy's kind of feel....

As usual, sour dough bread on the house together with the salad....

Comes out fresh and hot...

Appetizer.... shrimps cocktail...

Cold and fresh shrimps...

From the menu... Prime Ribs...medium...

Rib Eye...

With garlic mashed potatoes... sedap sekali!

Potterhouse Steak... whatever it is, this is a 2 lbs steak...

Of course, sharing is caring needs to be done on this steak here... 

Few other steaks were ordered as well but were too far from me... aiyah!

For desserts, chocolate moist....

And cheesecake plus one more strawberry cheese....

By the time we finished our dinner, it was almost 8 plus...

Yes, the sun was just setting when we made our exit...

Summer days are longer than nights...

And that is when we did our jingling with the sunset behind us...

Naw, we were not drunk... the Kunde wine just liven up the mood... 

LOL..

Online Gaming Etiquette

Whether you play MMOs or bingo, you probably know by now that online gaming is the next big sensation. One in four internet users is now an online gamer. Gaming online has reached heights that were previously unimaginable, and considering that a lot of people participate in these games, there are some social etiquette rules that should be followed to make sure you appear polite and friendly to other gamers. 

1. Introduce yourself: Make sure to introduce yourself when you enter a game. Just say hi and tell the other players who you are. This will help other players recognize you as a fellow player and provide a polite start to a conversation.

2. Play Fair: Play the game fairly. Cheating, in any form, is the best way to make other players dislike you and to even land in legal trouble.

3. Don’t Spam: The online chat rooms should not be spammed with unrelated content or promotional forwards. Also, do not send multiple messages to someone who has not replied yet.

4. Be a good sport: Don’t quit mid-game without a word if you are losing and do not make fun of someone else who loses. Understand that it is just a game and make everyone feel good.

5. CAPS lock and other grammatical errors: Do not write in all caps as it is the internet equivalent of shouting at someone. Also, if you are playing bingo games for free, make sure you understand the bingo chat rules before you participate.

6. Enjoy yourself: Online games are supposed to be a relaxing escape for everyday monotony. Yet, if you feel like you are unable to have fun at a particular site, it is best to find some other place to play at. 

Reunion Dinner At Sacramento

MISSING MALAYSIAN FOOD? No, not at all when we have homecooked food like these every now and then.  With help from one another, we managed to whisk up a meal that make us drool upon finishing. LOL... At least I do!

On this special evening, we had a very scrumptious meal, this time the whole meal was prepared by ONLY one member of the family.  She did not follow us out for sightseeing, staying back to prepare and cook for dinner.... so very nice of her!!  This is what I call Caring is Not only Sharing, it is about sacrificing too.  LOL...  When the rest of us came back from our day's trip, our dinner was almost done.  The moment we entered the house, the aroma filled our nostrils and we got hungry almost Immediately.  Wasting no time, we quickly set up the table to start digging on the scrumptious meal...

Our Cook of the House...

Tean's Curry Chicken!

Everyone loves this Malaysian dish!!

Spring rolls made from minced meat and prawns...

Very crispy!

Baked Baby Racks with Jack Daniel sauce...

Tong Oh....

Leeks with prawns....

And two bottles of Kunder wine from Sonoma... 

Shall we start????

Pictures first, OK?

Seems someone could not endure any longer.....

Alright, let's make a toast first....

Happy ReunionR and Good Health!

Are Your Workouts Not Working Out?

There's a pretty common feeling that just about everyone who's ever tried to take on a more active lifestyle can relate to. It's the feeling that, no matter what you do, your workouts never really seem to make that much difference, either to the way you look or to the way that you feel. It's like you've hit some kind of wall and no matter what you do, you can get past it. Of course, just because this is a common problem doesn't mean that it doesn't have solutions, and simple ones at that! Here are a few things that you can do if it feels as though your workouts just aren't working out.

Rest more

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This is one of those things that a lot of people tend to ignore because it's all too easy to assume that it isn't that important. After all, if you're resting you're not working out, right? Well, technically that's not true. While spending every single day lounging around in bed or on the couch is hardly going to help you get in shape, there are also issues with going to the gym every day as well. The fact is that you don't actually build muscle while you're working out, but during the period of rest afterward. You can find more information about this here: https://www.verywell.com/the-benefits-of-rest-and-recovery-after-exercise-3120575 If you're not resting enough, then you're not actually letting your body do its job in the aftermath of your workout. Also, if you're not sleeping enough, then you're never going to have the energy that you need to put in the most intense and useful workout possible.

Stay hydrated

Far too many people simply don't drink enough water, especially while they're exercising. If you're not staying hydrated, then you're going to end up losing energy and motivation incredibly quickly. Not only that but you're also in danger of putting your body under serious amounts of stress. Check out something like https://trago.co/pages/fitbit-water-bottle which can help you keep a closer eye on your hydration levels both while you work out and in your daily life. Not only can dehydration make working out harder but it can leave you feeling sick, unhappy, and bloated a lot of the time too.   

Mix it up

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One of the most common reasons that many people find themselves abandoning the gym lifestyle is that they simply become bored. Going to the effort of putting on your workout clothes only to do the same exercises over and over again can lose its appeal very quickly. If you're starting to feel this way, then the very best thing you can do is to start mixing things up. Change up your routine so that you're doing things out of order, or that you're trying out machines that you'd previously never paid all that much attention to. Variations of any size in your workout routine can make a big difference to the way that your mind and body perceive it. Not only that but by doing this you're much more likely to give your full body a decent workout, rather than just the same specific places over and over again.

5 De Mayo At El Novillero Restaurant

IT WAS ON A VERY SPECIAL DAY WHEN WE VISITED  THIS MEXICAN RESTAURANT.. 5 DE MAYO, so it is called... 5th of May is a very special day for the Mexicans.  Cinco de Mayo means Fifth of May, an annual celebration held on this day, to commemorate the Mexican Army's unlikely victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5 1862, according to Wikipedia.

We went for our lunch at El Novillero Restaurant, known as one of the best Mexican restaurants here in Sacramento.  Never knowing what to expect, I was fascinated with the ambience of the place, it looks so Mexican and Spanish upon entering.  We waited for a good 15 minutes before we could be seated, there was even a wedding taking place inside the restaurant... A very nice experience indeed.

The history of the restaurant...

At the reception while waiting to be seated...

From the place where we were seated...

Celebration going on...

Okay...what to order? All looks foreign to me....

I think I will just sit back and relax....

And when they arrived... I just eat what is being served....

Looks familiar... 

Yes, it reminded me of some Indian food back in Malaysia...

Yes, I took a bit of everything!!

Mexican beer...

Margarita... blends well with the food we ordered...

Marking our presence....

Indeed a very nice experience with the food, environment and of course, the company!

These Issues Are of Utmost Importance When Hiring Employees

Every business that hires employees will have a time when they do it for the first time. This means that they need to navigate a range of issues concerning how to handle their employees. Even businesses that already have staff need to review their procedures and practices to ensure they're still doing everything they should be. The goals need to be to make the most of the employees, keep them happy in their work, and make sure they're meeting the business's expectations. Employers need to keep a close eye on employees to ensure that not only are the employees doing their job but that they're fulfilling their role as an employer too.

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The Hiring Process

The hiring process is obviously the first thing that many business owners need to think about. Depending on the size of the business, they could end up using a variety of methods and processes to make the right hires. Some small businesses will conduct a talent search largely on their own. This is often because they don't have the money for a recruitment firm, but it also ensures that the business owner can be closer to the recruitment process. Larger businesses might use recruitment professionals to help them find the right person. It's important that the recruitment process matches the needs of the company.

Employee Benefits

Another thing to consider, preferably before hiring, is the benefits to offer to employees. It's important to work out a benefits package so that it can be used to attract the right person for the job. The perfect employee could end up turning down the job if they feel that they're not being provided with what they need. Some of the things to consider include medical and dental insurance, as well as vacation time and your sick leave policy. You can also consider retirement savings and investment products to offer to employees. These are the basics, but there are many other benefits you could come up with.

Deciding on Employee Rules

When you have new people coming into your business, you need to have expectations concerning behavior and work standards. Before hiring your first employee, these are unlikely to exist. Sometimes certain rules and expectations develop organically. However, it's often better to have a written handbook so that everything is clear. You need to develop ideas about how things should be done and the consequences if something isn't up to standard. These are all important things to think about before hiring people, so they know what they're going to get when they work for you. And you know that they agree to follow your rules.

Reviewing Employee Performance

By the same token, if you have rules and expectations, you also need to be able to check that your employees and following them. Conducting reviews of your employees helps you to determine if they're performing at the level you expect them to. You can decide how often you want to give your employees performance reviews, who will conduct them, and how they will take place. It's also important to think about how to give feedback and what to do about people who are underperforming or perhaps exceeding their expectations.

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How to Manage Problems with Employees

Another thing to consider is how you're going to manage any potential issues with employees. This can mean dealing with an individual's general behavior, or it could mean managing relations between employees. You might have to address anything from employee misconduct to bullying in the workplace. You should research how to conduct a workplace disciplinary investigation so that you can avoid any potential legal issues that might arise from making a mistake. It's important to know what procedures you might be legally required to follow. On top of that, you should have company policies about how to deal with problems so you can maintain the right environment and culture.

Legal Issues

Remember to make sure you're following any legal requirements you have as an employer. This can include paying the minimum wage, any tax obligations, and insurance you might need to pay as an employer. Taking care of any potential legal issues as soon as possible is essential, even before you begin to hire anyone. You need to know your responsibilities and how to avoid things like discrimination and other issues. You can find lots of handy guides to find out what you need to do to make everything legal, and speaking to a lawyer can be useful too.

When you hire employees, whether they're your first ones or not, think about these issues to make sure you do everything right.

Tasty Package At Rice Bowl Restaurant

WE ARE REALLY TYPICAL CHINESE... Even in Sacramento, we look high and low for at Asian food, that is our first priority.  My sister knows where to get nice and reasonable prices meals and one of the regulars that we love to go is the Rice Bowl Restaurant.  My brother-in-law and his son do not really mind having Chinese food with us once awhile but not all the time.  But most times they do not follow us out and needless to say, we will definitely go for familiar dishes that remind us of home sweet home in Malaysia... LOL...

Rice Bowl Restaurant has family dinners that range from $26 for three dishes and so on.  Since there are seven of us, we ordered two sets of $26-for-3-dishes and that means, six dishes for $52... Good package, right?  From the menu which consist of endless dishes, we really had a hard time choosing the 6 dishes... everything seems to look good and attractive... LOL...

Creamy prawns with honey walnuts....

Variety of Greens...

Clams with black beans...

Crispy Fried Flounder Fish... 

So crispy that the bones are easily crushed...

Claypot treasures...

And an all American favourite dish...Sweet and Sour Pork ribs... 

And the bill came to around $60+

Oh yes, appetizer is free herbal soup and ended with red bean in sweet soup....

The merry lot before the dinner started....

I think it is a good deal.. must come by again some time before I leave... :)