With my Korean grandma, if I didn't eat literally everything she cooked it meant the food wasn't good. If I ate everything, it meant she didn't make enough. I could never win. I miss her so much.
Christine is so soft-spoken, love her! Can't wait to see how she does up the house in NY. Glad to hear the parent meeting went well. Hope we get to see your tea ceremony in the near future 😊
I love the look in Mikeys eyes, when he looks at Christine. I think it’s adorable when you can tell they’re holding hands as they walk down the street. So happy for you both!
Hi! I am a cook at Chao Baan in St.louis, and I actually made your meal! I’ve been watching your videos for a long while so it’s an honor 😊 I’m a big fan
Mad respect for Mike to try and not show her due to privacy given how invasive this type of job is. And for people on here, please don't pressure Mike or Christine. Its her choice whether she wants to preserve her privacy or not. I am happy for Mike because now he has someone to share all the food he shows us and food tastes so much better when you have someone to share it with.
Well said!!! True fans of Mikey will understand and support however, whenever or if Christine ever wants to be on camera. Their happiness over our curiosity!
Mike’s expression when Christine successfully got a boba was SO CUTE! You could see how authentically happy he was when he was looking at her! Super wholesome.
"Theres no such thing as to much garlic" - And I can see the joy in Mikes eyes. She justy gets him. Also, I'm loving the private room styles for dining. Wish we would do more of that here!
"There's no such thing as too much garlic." Yep, I definitely like Christine. I've been behind on Mike's recent uploads. So glad I am catching up. Love seeing his reviews and recommendations.
When I went to a new shabu Shabu place in my area and I swooned when I saw the garlic. Crispy and sauce. Only thing better would have been minced garlic like Chicago Ramen has.
Mikey say's he's a meat eater and Christine's a seafood eater, 5 minutes later he's seen scarfing down a whole bunch of seafood hungry hungry hippo style 😂😂
Congrats!!! Meet the parents. Such a big step. Have been your fan for years on and off. Wish you have a more adventurous food journey together with Christine!
LOL! I love how Mike is so enthusiastic about making a game out of the strawless bona, and he looks so adoringly proud at Christine when she’s successful catching boba in his impromptu game 🤣❤️ Mike knows she’s a keeper!
Whoa, Mikey is having their parents meet and everything (and also telling us about it!)...Seems like they are really serious about the relationship and ready to go all the way(By that I mean marriage, not the other thing lol)! I honestly wouldn't be surprised if we get a engagement announcement before the end of the year! I'm usually pretty good about predicting things like this...I'd super happy if it's true, as Mikey definitely deserves someone special like that!
How do you know a man is in a serious relationship? #1 He gets a wardrobe overhaul! I am liking your new button down shirts, brighter colors, more polo type tops, etc! Great job Christine! #2 He gains some weight. I think you have met your true eating partner! #3 He just looks so incredibly happy all the time! Seriously I am so happy for both of you!
It looks like the wedding bells are gonna ring for you soon, Mike. Looking forward to your wedding vlog if you decide to share it w/ us your online family. That we can “attend” your wedding too.
Loving seeing Mikey so happy, seems to have found his match with Christine, someone who loves garlic and hates green things as much as he does! Good luck to the both of them!
I'm so happy to see you happy Mike😊. I've been praying that Christine's the one. She seems very sweet and nice. Hope we all can meet her soon. But respect her if not.
You know a clam is massive if it defeats even Mikey’s chopstick-fu! I’m glad you’ve got a person who food adventures with you. We’re happy to have you Christine!
Great vid, as always! Mikey, I need some suggestions for tracking down TRUE Chinese spicy mustard. I've bought a couple of brands and they vary widely. I've found some that just taste like honey mustard and others that are WAY too vinegar-y. I'm just looking for that classic taste and I'm coming up empty handed. If you see this and you have a suggestion, it would be greatly appreciated!
You should sell a line of travel cutlery with a case. Chopsticks , fork ,knife, spoon and a straw that is big enough for drinks that need a straw like bubble tea or a milkshake. If you really wanted to get crazy include a vial for hot oil. Great vid wish we had hot pot closer to me. Hour drive to the closest place
Love Christines reply to Mike’s question about broccoli 😆 I don’t like anything green! Between that and there’s never enough garlic…YES! Liked her before, now I really like her!
I swear , since mike has had a woman, he seems to have even more zest for life. I am liking this!! He stays in nicer places we get to see as well. Glad he is a good man who treats his woman well !
So this got "meet the parents" serious quite quick. I love it! Was going to make a joke about "fetch the bobba" game, but I'm not going to do so.... Unless I kinda already did. If so, I'm sorry... 😂🤣
@@MsBebegurl0212 Nothing wrong with starting a relationship, fall madly in love, get married two months later and six years later STILL feel head over heals about each other and finding that no one in the planet can or will ever compare to your significant other. Not that I know anything about making such wonderful decision that quick 👀 I'm guilty of nothing and wish this not guilt on everyone that wants it! 🎊👰🤵💍🎊
Bruh, your weight is more than fine, bearing in mind how you make your living! You're in decent shape too. But when you get into your 40s, it starts getting harder to keep weight off and stay in shape so you might want to factor that in at some point.
Mike. The feature hot pot place is called: 9:42 The 37 Xiang Sea 135-21 A, 37th Avenue, Queens, NY 11354 The fish dumpling spot: 19:59 Xian Cuisines 136-20 Roosevelt Ave, Queens, NY 11354
I suspect that one of the things you and Christine bonded over was spice level? The way you and she reacted to the spicy hot pot broth and reaction was adorable--she just shrugged and said "Oh yeah, that's good," while you were having a coughing fit! Fly and chopstick moment with Christine was adorable as well, agreed. You two are the most adorable thing on TH-cam ATM, no lie.
As a single south asian man in his early 30's, I can imagine this weekend with your parents would be very liberating, because they can't ask that dreaded question anymore.
says I cant put anything live in hot pot but puts clams in a minute later lol ,Can see the happiness in Mikeys eyes :) Christine sounds super cute and sweet !! Congrats :)
24:00 is a mood, I was at dim sum with my grandma and I wasn't super hungry so I couldn't eat a lot. She was like "oh are you on a diet?? You're so small you need to eat!!" or will be the opposite and say I'm eating too many snacks. like which is it AHHHHH
What did you do to your hand Mike? Your lady friend is a keeper " Never too much garlic" on that alone. I'm glad you are protecting her privacy. Keep being the gentleman you have always been.
Life is made so much better in these times by watching Mikey Chen travelling and eating and waiting for him to discover Broccoli in his food or tell me that some place is Haunted! Best Food Vlog on TH-cam.
@strictly dumpling idk if you've heard of Beryl Shereshewsky but y'all should totally do a collab when it's possible! Check out her channel. She's a nyc based foodie but mostly does her own cooking. You mentioned previously that you wanted to do more cooking videos so maybe y'all can think of something! Anyway, thank you for the great videos and for simply being you! Stay safe!!
With my Korean grandma, if I didn't eat literally everything she cooked it meant the food wasn't good. If I ate everything, it meant she didn't make enough. I could never win. I miss her so much.
Christine is so soft-spoken, love her! Can't wait to see how she does up the house in NY. Glad to hear the parent meeting went well. Hope we get to see your tea ceremony in the near future 😊
I love the look in Mikeys eyes, when he looks at Christine. I think it’s adorable when you can tell they’re holding hands as they walk down the street. So happy for you both!
Nah.....she just farted and his eyes water cause he's in shock/turned on.......he be huffing raman farts.
Also he can't believe how shitty that raman tastes
Hi! I am a cook at Chao Baan in St.louis, and I actually made your meal! I’ve been watching your videos for a long while so it’s an honor 😊 I’m a big fan
Mad respect for Mike to try and not show her due to privacy given how invasive this type of job is. And for people on here, please don't pressure Mike or Christine. Its her choice whether she wants to preserve her privacy or not. I am happy for Mike because now he has someone to share all the food he shows us and food tastes so much better when you have someone to share it with.
do not? u kinda wrote please do lmao
*please don't
@@timloth2994 haha my bad.
You are right dis cover...let them take their time to have Christine on or not....I was a pushy one before but I will leave them be 😉😃
Well said!!! True fans of Mikey will understand and support however, whenever or if Christine ever wants to be on camera. Their happiness over our curiosity!
Mike’s expression when Christine successfully got a boba was SO CUTE! You could see how authentically happy he was when he was looking at her! Super wholesome.
are they a couple?
@@chuyuu6501 they're dating
When did they meet?
that was my top favorite moment
"Theres no such thing as to much garlic" - And I can see the joy in Mikes eyes. She justy gets him. Also, I'm loving the private room styles for dining. Wish we would do more of that here!
She is awesome.
I was going to comment about this. This comment makes her a keeper!!!
Mike knew she was his person when she said "there's no such thing as too much garlic"
.....and when she said she doesn't like broccoli lol
"There's no such thing as too much garlic." Yep, I definitely like Christine. I've been behind on Mike's recent uploads. So glad I am catching up. Love seeing his reviews and recommendations.
I've been WAY behind on these videos. Who is she?
When I went to a new shabu Shabu place in my area and I swooned when I saw the garlic. Crispy and sauce. Only thing better would have been minced garlic like Chicago Ramen has.
So glad he as someone to travel the world and eat with makes everything so much easier:)
She said “there’s no such thing as too much garlic” MARRY HER
as soon as I heard that I thought "She's the one!"
Let's not jump in too quickly. How does she feel about hot oil?
timestamp?
@@s7veneleven 7:16
was going to say the same thing.
Mikey say's he's a meat eater and Christine's a seafood eater, 5 minutes later he's seen scarfing down a whole bunch of seafood hungry hungry hippo style 😂😂
Hey, seafood is meat.
congrats mikey and christine for the successful meet the parents! can't wait to see your future adventures!
Watching Mike talk about the food and stuff is fun, but no lie when I say his smile when he talks to her...thats kinda amazing :)
Congrats!!! Meet the parents. Such a big step. Have been your fan for years on and off. Wish you have a more adventurous food journey together with Christine!
I am not a seafood eater but I love watching Mike eat it, just his expressions and comments after each food bite make his videos enjoyable.
LOL! I love how Mike is so enthusiastic about making a game out of the strawless bona, and he looks so adoringly proud at Christine when she’s successful catching boba in his impromptu game 🤣❤️ Mike knows she’s a keeper!
Mikey's proudful expression when Christine managed to fetch a boba from the cup lol
bro his smile when christine was tryna get the boba. my mans in love
I love how Mikey's slowly getting Christine to get comfortable with the camera 😆 Every time we get to see a little more of her lol
Why do you need to see other people's wife
It’s not about watching his wife, but imagine if there were 2 Mikey in a single video 🤩🤩
@@rajsamb they're not married.
This is creepy. Leave her alone and let her do what she wants. She doesn't owe you anything
Whoa, Mikey is having their parents meet and everything (and also telling us about it!)...Seems like they are really serious about the relationship and ready to go all the way(By that I mean marriage, not the other thing lol)! I honestly wouldn't be surprised if we get a engagement announcement before the end of the year!
I'm usually pretty good about predicting things like this...I'd super happy if it's true, as Mikey definitely deserves someone special like that!
Every time Christine talks about food, I think to myself "Mike has found his soulmate"
the look in mikey's eyes when he looks at christine so precious
The way Mike looks at Christine and bites his lip!!! So happy for him 😭😭❤️❤️
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How do you know a man is in a serious relationship? #1 He gets a wardrobe overhaul! I am liking your new button down shirts, brighter colors, more polo type tops, etc! Great job Christine! #2 He gains some weight. I think you have met your true eating partner! #3 He just looks so incredibly happy all the time! Seriously I am so happy for both of you!
Agreed. You totally said what I was thinking!
The button down shirt caught my attention too.
We call it happy weight.
It’s so nice seeing mikey with christine they seem very happy and compatible
It looks like the wedding bells are gonna ring for you soon, Mike. Looking forward to your wedding vlog if you decide to share it w/ us your online family. That we can “attend” your wedding too.
Right!! I too thought the same. 😄😁✨
Loving seeing Mikey so happy, seems to have found his match with Christine, someone who loves garlic and hates green things as much as he does! Good luck to the both of them!
When Christine said she doesn't like anything green: match made in heaven lololol
Is it bad I literally watch these videos to fall asleep or to calm down when ever I'm anxious. Like these videos are so relaxing . 🤣
Same! I watch one every night to get myself to relax, and calm down my anxiety before I sleep ☺️
Daily life is too overwhelming 😂
I'm so happy to see you happy Mike😊. I've been praying that Christine's the one. She seems very sweet and nice. Hope we all can meet her soon. But respect her if not.
7:15 - "there's no such thing as too much garlic" - that seals the deal right there, Mike; you better put a ring on that! Another great video 👍
I love all of your videos and especially the hot pot ones. Thank you Mikey for another great experience!
I remember the time when Mikey didn't eat anything raw... He sure has come a long way :)
Christine isssss, soooo soft spoken 😌
You know a clam is massive if it defeats even Mikey’s chopstick-fu! I’m glad you’ve got a person who food adventures with you. We’re happy to have you Christine!
This is the beat couples episode due to the truth and freedom they both have... Coordinatedly awesome
I like Christine's calming Midwestern accent and tone. Refreshing contrast against Mikey's excitable Chinese meets American game show host accent.
@Vijai Srinivas To me he sounds like 20% Jackie Chan, 80% Drew Carey.
Christine sounds like one of my friends. Soft spoken, calming, and kind. Also, that sushi place looked awesome.
Claim your “here within an hour” ticket right here
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Checking in
Great vid, as always! Mikey, I need some suggestions for tracking down TRUE Chinese spicy mustard. I've bought a couple of brands and they vary widely. I've found some that just taste like honey mustard and others that are WAY too vinegar-y. I'm just looking for that classic taste and I'm coming up empty handed. If you see this and you have a suggestion, it would be greatly appreciated!
Fresh tuna 👍
Oh they’re holding hands walking on the street. I am so incredibly happy for you both
You should sell a line of travel cutlery with a case. Chopsticks , fork ,knife, spoon and a straw that is big enough for drinks that need a straw like bubble tea or a milkshake. If you really wanted to get crazy include a vial for hot oil. Great vid wish we had hot pot closer to me. Hour drive to the closest place
that would be iconic.
His wide, bright smile at 11:25 kills me everytime. He looks so happy! I'm so glad for him. 😊
Love Christines reply to Mike’s question about broccoli 😆 I don’t like anything green! Between that and there’s never enough garlic…YES! Liked her before, now I really like her!
Right?
“There’s no such thing as too much garlic”???? SHE’S THE ONE 👌♥️♥️😭
Mike, we haven't seen Dumpling in forever. How is the puppy? We need to see Dumpling!
I’ve been asking this but never get an answer! Where is she?
@Vijai Srinivas I thought they had "shared custody"?
I swear , since mike has had a woman, he seems to have even more zest for life. I am liking this!! He stays in nicer places we get to see as well. Glad he is a good man who treats his woman well !
❤️ I’m happy you found someone who understands that’s there’s no such thing as too much garlic
So this got "meet the parents" serious quite quick. I love it!
Was going to make a joke about "fetch the bobba" game, but I'm not going to do so....
Unless I kinda already did. If so, I'm sorry... 😂🤣
I think they had been dating for a while but he didn't mention it until they were serious, which is smart for a person on social media..
@@MsBebegurl0212 Nothing wrong with starting a relationship, fall madly in love, get married two months later and six years later STILL feel head over heals about each other and finding that no one in the planet can or will ever compare to your significant other.
Not that I know anything about making such wonderful decision that quick 👀
I'm guilty of nothing and wish this not guilt on everyone that wants it! 🎊👰🤵💍🎊
She could’ve fetched a boba but may find a ring instead... 😉
@@venom5809 girl what
@@venom5809 something is wrong with you
Just watching you eat makes me happy. So glad I bumped into your channel.
Thanks for taking us along when you guys met eachother's parents! I'm sure you both are "parent approved" 😊 Haha mom sneaking in veg- tiny tomatoes 😁
Bless happiness and fun together. Your parents are meeting.....how wonderful.
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Boom boom boom! Happy Sunday to us from Mikey and them!
11:10 lol I love how Mikey take a sip of the chilli broth and coughs a bit while Christine is like oh wow she can handle the heat 🔥🔥
Bruh, your weight is more than fine, bearing in mind how you make your living! You're in decent shape too. But when you get into your 40s, it starts getting harder to keep weight off and stay in shape so you might want to factor that in at some point.
he is in his early 40's
@@starbomb4091 I know.
he also wears shirts that look uncomfortably small.
He works out incessantly, he’s in incredible shape lol
Fun video and seeing Mike so happy makes it even that much better! Congrats to you both!! Keep these videos coming!!😁👍
17:05 “I don’t like anything that’s green”
*I LIKE HER* 😂😂😂
Mike. The feature hot pot place is called:
9:42
The 37 Xiang Sea
135-21 A, 37th Avenue, Queens, NY 11354
The fish dumpling spot:
19:59
Xian Cuisines
136-20 Roosevelt Ave, Queens, NY 11354
I suspect that one of the things you and Christine bonded over was spice level? The way you and she reacted to the spicy hot pot broth and reaction was adorable--she just shrugged and said "Oh yeah, that's good," while you were having a coughing fit! Fly and chopstick moment with Christine was adorable as well, agreed. You two are the most adorable thing on TH-cam ATM, no lie.
I love Christine's voice!!! Very soft and soothing. I see a show called 'Cooking with Mike and Christine'! 💞💞
pinched voice. 😂
Only a blind man wouldn't be able to tell how much you love her! From the way you talk and even look at her! Mad respect!
i just love how mike looked at christine got the boba it was just so beautiful
Mike: "I can't kill live seafood myself."
Also Mike:
I lot of people don’t realize oysters are alive when you eat the raw.
Exactly what I was thinking!!! 😂 says he can't kill anything. Immediately sinks the shells. 😂🤣
😳😳😳😳😳😳😳😳😳😳
Lol I was thinking the same thing ... does he not realize the clam he just threw into the boiling water is alive?
Bc it's not moving lol
Drink. Noodles. Strictly Dumpling.
That’s my motivation 😊
You two are the sweetest ❤️❤️❤️
I am so happy for both of you!
On the side note, that buffet looks so good 🤤🤤🤤
Why do I watch Mikey when I’m hungry 🤤 😫 I want to eat every seafood now!
As a single south asian man in his early 30's, I can imagine this weekend with your parents would be very liberating, because they can't ask that dreaded question anymore.
@@venom5809 Additionally to @Vijai Srinivas point, he said their parents are meeting for the first time.
says I cant put anything live in hot pot but puts clams in a minute later lol ,Can see the happiness in Mikeys eyes :) Christine sounds super cute and sweet !! Congrats :)
Can never say no to AYCE sushi 😋🍣 ...hotpot is always a hit 🥘🥣 Luckily we got Xing Fu Tang in Canada too. Many happiness Mikey & Christine 🥰🥰
24:00 is a mood, I was at dim sum with my grandma and I wasn't super hungry so I couldn't eat a lot. She was like "oh are you on a diet?? You're so small you need to eat!!" or will be the opposite and say I'm eating too many snacks. like which is it AHHHHH
🤣
I have a terrible shellfish allergy so I enjoy safely watching Mike eat it for me, lol
What did you do to your hand Mike? Your lady friend is a keeper " Never too much garlic" on that alone. I'm glad you are protecting her privacy. Keep being the gentleman you have always been.
Omg!!! This is serious!! The parents are meeting!!! Yay!!!
Wishing you both the best!!! ❤️
Christine sounds so sweet! I am so happy for the both of you!❤🥰
Congrats Mike and Christine! I feel orange flowers
are in the air!
Mike and Christine walking after dinner while holding hands 🥰 ….
Why do I always watch these when I’m hungry🥺
Life is made so much better in these times by watching Mikey Chen travelling and eating and waiting for him to discover Broccoli in his food or tell me that some place is Haunted! Best Food Vlog on TH-cam.
Yes new Mikey video. My Sunday is complete ;)
Mine also.
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Hope you two got the parent approval 😊 amazing to see you happy. Great sea food
" there's no such thing as too much garlic"
She is a keeper my dude 🙌 ❤
I am happy for anyone who can find happiness!! This is one of my favs!!!!!
Greek mothers are the same way, Mikey. If you haven’t seen her in a bit, I guarantee the first comment will be about your weight (good or bad).
aawwhhhh they were holding hands... sssoo verryyy cuteeee.. happy for u mikeee!!
I miss buffets. I had COVID-19 with the family. So, we’re all keeping it safe so it never happens again. 😭
Glad your family and you are ok! Peace and blessings!!
The way you look at her and smile, and the fact that she doesn’t like broccoli!!! OMG put a ring on her Mike!!!
we’re getting closer to closer to seeing what christine looks like guys 🥳
We already know what she looks like. Her face has been shown in a few videos.
@@CosmicGoku529 huh? Where?
@@CosmicGoku529 Incorrect unless you have evidence.
@@wolflarson71 Watch the past several videos with her in them. Her face is shown a few times.
@@CosmicGoku529 I've watched them. You are thinking of someone else.
Your missus seems so wonderfully polite, love it. Her laugh is so cute XD
The way Mikey is looking at Christine while they try the bubble tea 🥰. I ship this.
Always makes me so happy seeing Mikey upload
Literally I have seen every video of Mike sir.. Literally every video
HIS SMILE WHEN CHRISTINE(?) SAID SHE PREFERRED HIS HOTPOT BROTH RECIPE THAN THE HOTPOT PLACE IS ADORABLE AND EVERYTHING!!!! ✨✨✨
@strictly dumpling idk if you've heard of Beryl Shereshewsky but y'all should totally do a collab when it's possible! Check out her channel. She's a nyc based foodie but mostly does her own cooking. You mentioned previously that you wanted to do more cooking videos so maybe y'all can think of something! Anyway, thank you for the great videos and for simply being you! Stay safe!!
Amazing video as always!
Also can’t say enough how happy I am for you and Christine ❤️❤️❤️ food matches too 🙌🏻
Use make me actually smile 😊
I love your gastronomic adventures around the world!💖
Can't find the 37 alley hot pot place. The address shows as Village Crab and Sea.
Love your vids I definitely need this vid after 3 weeks with no days off
What is a New York City bago? Lived in the city for 5 years and did my undergrad there - can someone tell me what I am missing?