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Carrabba’s Italian Grill: Tasty Italian Fare

October 2, 2014 by

One of the leading casual dining chains in America right now is Carrabba’s Italian Grill. Founded by two men from Texas who wanted to share the joy of flavorful, inexpensive Italian food with the world, it’s grown rapidly since incorporating in 1986 and now boasts hundreds of locations around the country. The fare is solid and well-prepared.

Start your meal with one of their can’t-miss appetizers – they have a menu of five delectable choices for just five dollars each. The lightly fried zucchini is quite good, as is the bacon and caramelized onion flatbread. For entrees, regulars rave about the chicken Bryan – wood-grilled chicken served with sundried tomatoes, goat cheese, fresh basil and lemon butter. Meats and fish from the grill are a specialty, with sirloin marsala and a hazelnut-breaded tilapia both drawing raves. Their pastas are also good, with the oven-baked manicotti a favorite.

Carrabba’s Italian Grill
502 W. Bay Area Boulevard
Webster, TX 77598
(281) 338-0574
www.carrabbas.com/restaurant/locations/TX/Webster/Webster/Index.aspx
www.yelp.com/biz/carrabbas-italian-grill-webster

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Genghis Grill: Tasty Barbecue

September 25, 2014 by

When you’re in the mood for some tasty food in a bright, cheerful setting, Genghis Grill might be your go-to dining spot. The concept is build-your-own rice bowl from a tasty selection of fresh ingredients. It’s called Mongolian Barbecue, and it's a stir fry tradition that's become increasingly popular in spots all around the country.

Here you'll choose your protein from a selection of 13 items and your veggie from a colorful array of fresh produce. Select your seasoning and your sauce and watch as they fire it up on the grill. Pick your starch from rice, pasta, tortillas or noodles, toss on your stir fry, and you’re good to go.

Not too far away from Avana South Shore, Genghis Grill is open every day for lunch and dinner.

Genghis Grill
510 W. Bay Area Boulevard
Webster, TX 77598
(281) 332-0970
www.genghisgrill.com/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/genghis-grill-webster

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Check Out These Helpful Android Apps for New Parents

September 18, 2014 by

You just had a baby, and with the surplus of advice you’ve been given things may start to feel a bit overwhelming. Although it may seem out of the ordinary, your Android phone could be one of your most reliable resources for managing a baby-proofed household. Here are two great Android apps that will help new parents stay organized and free of stress:

Baby Care
Track your baby’s growth and daily activities with Baby Care, a detailed organization app for parents. The app enables you to effortlessly remember when your little one last napped, ate and went to the bathroom, and it also measures his or her height and weight throughout infancy.

My Baby Today
Similar to a social media site, My Baby Today enables new parents to connect with other new parents to share advice, funny stories and support through the struggles of parenting. Helpful checklists will keep you organized, personalized daily reminders keep you informed about your baby’s development and the photo album will ensure that you never forget a moment.

Sounds for Baby Sleep Music
If your baby is a fussy sleeper, the soothing sounds and relaxing music on the Sounds for Baby Sleep Music app may help to lull him or her into dreamland. Choose from eight distinct sounds to target the one that your little one likes best.

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Park Avenue Yarns: A Retail Store Meets Community Hub

September 15, 2014 by

If you’re looking for a source for crafting materials in League City, locals will point you in the direction of Park Avenue Yarns without a moment’s hesitation. This small business sells a wide selection of yarns, needles, and other supplies at reasonable prices. It’s a good place for beginners because the staff is happy to get you set up with all the supplies you'll need, and special orders can be placed for those hard-to-find yarns and materials.

Park Avenue Yarns isn’t just a business, though: It’s also a hub for a community of knitters and crocheters who meet here throughout the week. Evening Stitch on Tuesdays and Wednesdays and open sessions on Saturdays and Sundays draw sizable crowds. Even better, if you’re all tangled up in a project and can’t get out of the house, Park Avenue offer yarn delivery! It’s a rare craft store that provides that service.

Park Avenue Yarns
260 Park Avenue
League City, TX 77573
(832) 932-0300
www.parkavenueyarns.com/#home
www.yelp.com/biz/park-avenue-yarns-league-city

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September 5, 2014 by

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Stomp’s Burger Joint: Hearty Burgers Served With Western Flair

September 4, 2014 by

Housed within an unpretentious, Western-style shack, Stomp’s Burger Joint has been a neighborhood favorite for juicy burgers for years.

Here, meals are best preceded with an order of fried jalapenos or fried pickles, both served with classic ranch dressing. At Stomp's, the batter for these fried finger foods is made in-house. The burgers run the gamut from traditional styles to more interesting combinations. Try the Stomper with two beef patties, refried beans, guacamole, and sour cream for a Tex-Mex twist. The Panhandler is another popular choice; this burger soaks a beef patty in hot wing sauce and adds crumbled blue cheese on a toasted bun. The sides are also very tasty, with regulars recommending the “split order” of half fries and half onion rings.

Stomp's Burger Joint
3107 Highway 146
Bacliff, TX 77518
(281) 339-0785
www.stompsburgerjoint.com
www.yelp.com/biz/stomps-burger-joint-bacliff

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Happy Labor Day!

September 1, 2014 by

We hope everyone has a happy and safe Labor Day!

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Try the Stuffed Avocado at Jimmy Changas

August 28, 2014 by

There's no shortage of Tex-Mex eateries in League City, but locals know that one of the very best is Jimmy Changas. This eatery lands solidly on the "Tex" side of the border, with dishes that are suited for the American palate, but the food is quite good.

When you walk in the front door, you’ll notice a soft serve ice machine in the entrance, which is known to captivate the kiddos. Get to the counter and you’ll have quite a menu to peruse. Jimmy Changas’ signature dish is stuffed avocado, a huge, creamy fruit breaded and fried with your choice of fajita and cheese. Other items well worth ordering include the chimichangas, especially the Bad Daddy, a huge flour tortilla stuffed with fajita beef and cheese and fried, then drowned in cheese and sauce. It’s a serious mouthful.

It's worth noting that Jimmy Changas gives back to the community by supporting a number of local nonprofits with food donations.

Jimmy Changas
2504 Gulf Freeway
League City, TX 77573
(832) 340-2446
www.freshmexfun.com
www.yelp.com/biz/jimmy-changas-league-city

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Easy Ways to Incorporate More Iron Into Your Diet

August 21, 2014 by

While you may think that iron is only important to bodybuilders and Popeye, it’s actually a very beneficial mineral that all humans need to survive. In fact, if your body doesn’t get enough iron you could start to suffer from anemia, an iron-deficiency that causes fatigue, weakness, and brittle nails and hair. These healthful foods will help to provide you with the right amount of iron each day.

  1. Mollusks. Seafoods like clams, oysters, and mussels have some of the highest levels of iron of any food groups. Oysters contain the most, offering 53 milligrams of iron in just a 20-count serving. Because the average person’s recommended percent daily value is just 18 milligrams per day, this means that you can get 295% of your daily value from an weekly oyster night at your favorite seafood spot.
  2. Liver. While you may have hated liver and onions as a child, liver is actually filled with quite a few health benefits. Beef liver is very low in fat and calories, and it also provides an incredible 26 milligrams of iron in just one 4-ounce serving. If you don’t eat beef, you can also get similar amounts of iron from chicken, pork, lamb, or turkey liver.

Best Foods for Iron [Huffington Post]
Top 10 Iron-Rich Foods [WebMD]
Top 10 Foods Highest in Iron [Healthaliciousness]
Iron Rich Foods [American Red Cross]

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Holly Berry Tea Room: Sip and Savor

August 14, 2014 by

When frontiersmen brought their wives to the Wild West, they needed a place to socialize, and tea rooms filled that niche. The slogan of League City’s Holly Berry Tea Room is “making friends one cup at a time,” and after your first visit, you might even consider the proprietors friends, as well.

Located in the Founder’s Square neighborhood, Holly Berry Tea Room draws dedicated groups of older and younger women for casual conversation over tea, small sandwiches, and sweet treats. The soups and salads win raves from regulars, with several vegetarian options. Try the chocolate truffles while you’re there. Holly Berry also sells an assortment of gift items. The decor of the space is charming and cozy, and the staff is friendly and accommodating.

Holly Berry Tea Room serves lunch 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays.

Holly Berry Tea Room
501 E. Main Street
League City, TX 77573
(281) 557-4433
hollyberrytearoom.com
www.yelp.com/biz/holly-berry-tea-room-and-gifts-league-city-2

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