Remembering the courage and vision of past and present leaders, we honor and share the spirit of Presidents' Day together as a nation.
Happy Valentine’s Day!
February 14, 2014 by
Wishing everyone a day filled with fun and happy memories!
Try Every Flavor of Gourmet Cupcake at Sprinkles
February 13, 2014 by
Get your sweet treats at Sprinkles in Houston. Although a chain cupcake bakery, customers rave about the fresh deliciousness of the confections. Favorite flavors include the chocolate marshmallow, red velvet, and strawberry but even boring old vanilla still tastes great at Sprinkles! You can even expect gluten free and vegan options. Check the website for today’s flavors, including seasonal specialties. Sprinkles is popular and will often sell out, so get there earlier in the day for the best selection. Although expensive at $3.75 each, these gourmet cupcakes are generously sized.
Sprinkles
4014 Westheimer Road
Houston, TX 77027
(713) 871-9929
http://www.sprinkles.com/cupcake-bakery-locations/houston
http://www.yelp.com/biz/sprinkles-cupcakes-houston
Catalina Coffee: Nice Pours from Locally Roasted Beans
February 6, 2014 by
For quality coffee without the chain atmosphere, try Houston’s Catalina Coffee, a simple cafe that focuses on quality beverages. Customers rave about the well balanced flavors from the locally roasted beans. If you are looking for a pour over, you can find one here, along with all the espresso drink standards.
Whether you judge a coffee shop by their regular cup of joe or a latte, you’ll be impressed with Catalina’s, and they are reasonably priced at $1.95 for a cup of coffee. Fresh pastries are delivered daily. Bring a book since they don’t offer Wi-Fi. This cafe features simple rustic-modern decor with indoor and outdoor seating.
Catalina Coffee
2201 Washington Avenue
Houston, TX 77007
(713) 861-8448
http://catalinacoffeeshop.com
http://www.yelp.com/biz/catalina-coffee-houston
Oxheart: Fresh Seasonal Dining in Houston
January 30, 2014 by
Fans of Oxheart love their take on fresh food made with seasonal local ingredients. The chic, open kitchen setting makes you feel like you’re dining at the chef’s home. An expansive wine and beer list means you can start your meal with something special. The tasting menu gives you three options – the Spring Menu, the Garden Menu and the Tasting Menu. The changing chef’s selection might feature culinary delights like Warsaw Grouper with three egg sauce & caviar, Layered Beets with meyer lemon blossom vinegar, Heirloom Carrots with exotic spices, Freedom Ranger Chicken with summer squash, or Baked Heirloom Tomatoes with black garlic. Desserts might include something uber-yummy like Caramelized Chocolate Cake with cane syrup and green tomato jam. Open for dinner Thursday through Monday.
Oxheart
403 Westheimer Road
Houston, TX 77006
(832) 724-9464
http://www.yelp.com/biz/oxheart-houston
Find a Fuel-Efficient Car by Using this Helpful Tool
January 22, 2014 by
With gas prices constantly on the rise and the state of the environment a major concern, purchasing a fuel-efficient vehicle is a great way to conserve the amount of gas you use every day. And this handy tool from FuelEconomy.gov will help car buyers to compare the fuel efficiency of just about any car on the market to ensure that you make the smartest choice.
Many people know about hybrid cars as fuel-efficient options, but electric, bifuel natural gas, diesel, ethanol-gasoline, plug-in hybrid, and natural gas vehicles are also available from all of the major car manufacturers. This online guide allows users to compare different features of each of these types of vehicles to find the best one for your lifestyle, from MSRP to MPG.
EPA SmartWay certified cars have been proven to emit less greenhouse gases and smog-forming tailpipe emissions than other vehicles. If you’d like to purchase a vehicle with this guarantee, the EPA’s guide also includes full lists of all of the SmartWay certified vehicles for every year. Simply choose vehicles from that list, search the make and model in the guide’s comparison tool, and you’ll be well on your way to finding the perfect environmentally friendly vehicle for your lifestyle.
Find and Compare Cars [FuelEconomy.gov]
Public Domain/Public Domain
Wabash Antiques and Feed Store: Your Friendly Neighborhood Farm Supply
January 16, 2014 by
You don’t have to leave the city to take care of all your urban farming needs – Wabash Antiques and Feed Store is a multipurpose shop that sells plants, pet foods, and even some small livestock as well as antiques and knickknacks. The garden center carries a wide variety of plants of the edible and decorative varieties. For the urban homesteader or those with a fondness for unusual pets, Wabash also sells several kinds of chickens as well as ducks, rabbits, pigeons, and doves. The feed selection ranges from top of the line cat and dog foods to bird seed and chicken scratch! And finally, Wabash offers a wide range of rustic and country style antiques, yard art, decorations, and gifts. It's an interesting place to browse and experience the rustic charms of country life.
Wabash Antiques and Feed Store
5701 Washington Avenue
Houston, TX 77007
(713) 863-8322
Our New Facebook Sweepstakes Has Started! Enter to Win an iPad Mini!
January 15, 2014 by
To enter the Sweepstakes, Like our Facebook Page and then look for the Sweepstakes tab (image shown below) located on our Facebook Page to enter. Sweepstakes ends February 28th, 2014.
For mobile users ONLY, like our Facebook Page, and then click here to enter!
Local Pour: Fine Food and Fine Beer in Houston, Texas
January 8, 2014 by
Houston's Local Pour is a primo spot for enjoying a fine beer while you catch the big game on the big screen. It’s also a great place to get down with some live music.
Go there to enjoy one of their huge roster of draft and bottled beers. Local Pour's weekend brunch is a great time to stop in for Eggs Benedict Florentine, St. Arnold Belgian Waffle, Mushroom & Arugula Quiche, Shrimp & Grits, or Breakfast Tacos with charred corn salsa.
Tasty sandwiches are also on the menu. Choose from Chicken & Avocado, and Bavarian Black Forest Ham, among other options. Local Pour's entrée menu features taste pleasers like Sirloin Beef Kabobs, Grilled Scallops & Roasted Leeks, Wild Mushroom & Shrimp Risotto, and Herb Roasted Grilled Chicken.
Local Pour
1952 West Gray
Houston, TX 77019
(713) 521-1881
http://www.localpourhouston.com/
Equal Housing Opportunity