my first NYC takeout

Today I ordered my first takeout ever online through GrubHub. Was feeling feverish and even looking at the weather outside through the window chilled me to the bone, literally. I just wanted to huddle up in my sweatpants and big furry slippers (well more like socks and flip flops) sipping hot chocolate watching The New Adventures of Old Christine, haha. One of the restaurants nearby on Bell Blvd offering takeout was a Chinese one, with no fee but the minimum amount to order is $8. I just went for it considering my condition and the bleak 40 degree weather.

Why my first takeout only now, I hear you ask, considering I've been here for almost three years? In Kansas I was in good hands of The Fiancé where he drove me around everywhere I wanted. Yes, even late in the night when I am craving for a quick bite. I have never ordered in when I was living in Melbourne either. I always ate out or made quick meals at home there.

I ended up ordering wonton soup, roasted pork chow mein and tofu noodles (all in pint size) for $10 including tips. Less than an hour later the food arrived delivered by a poor Asian old man. I felt bad because he looked cold, also because he had to come all the way to deliver my food in the cold while I sat indoors comfortably. I shall remember to leave the porch light on the next time I order in. He reminded me of when I ordered McDonald's one rainy day in Kuala Lumpur during my two years there. This guy had to travel in the rain to get my sorry burger for me. At least here they do get tips.

Foodwise, I was surprised that the food actually tasted okay but the wonton soup was kinda horrible. I will definitely put up a wonton soup post when I do get the time to make it myself. So all in all, a good first takeout experience! An option to keep an eye on for those dreary days when all you wanna do is lie on your couch and be a potato.