May this autumn bring you a harvest of fun times and laughter with family and friends!
Cattail Park: Dogs Welcome
September 27, 2016 by
Despite its name, Cattail Park actually welcomes dogs. Its dog park keeps small pooches (under 20 pounds) in their own separate section, complete with kiddie pools for splashing. Nearby in the fenced-in space for larger dogs, you can grab a seat while your pup runs around with new friends. The park provides waste disposal bags and trash cans so that you can easily clean up after your furry friend.
In addition to the space for dogs, Cattail Park has plenty of features just for humans. Take a spin around the jogging track or play a rousing match on the tennis courts. Round up some friends and hit the basketball courts or baseball fields. You can also bring along a picnic lunch and spread out at one of the tables or claim one of the barbecue pits and cook up a feast.
Cattail Park
9323 Cochran's Crossing Drive
The Woodlands, TX 77381
thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/Facilities.aspx?Page=detail&RID=32
www.yelp.com/biz/cattail-park-the-woodlands
Simple Tips and Tricks for a Clean and Organized Kitchen
September 20, 2016 by
For most people, the kitchen is one of the most popular rooms in the home, as you use it as both a gathering space and a place to create healthy meals throughout the day. While your kitchen withstands quite a bit of activity, these simple tips will show you how to keep it organized without much extra effort.
- Add wall-hanging storage systems. Hanging shelves and rods with hooks on the walls creates extra storage while freeing up precious floor and counter space.
- Add hooks under shelves. If you run out of room on shelves and in drawers, add hooks under the cabinets to hold things like mugs and utensils.
- Purchase wire refrigerator shelves. You can even get the inside of your fridge organized by adding store-bought shelves that simply sit right on top of the current shelves.
- Create dividers. To organize pans and cutting boards that frequently fall over, add vertical tension rods between shelves in your cabinets.
- Organize the spice cabinet. Corral spices by placing them into glass jars of equal height, then labeling them with what’s inside. You can even add a lazy Susan for easy access to each jar.
5 Essential (and Renter-Friendly) Storage Products for Small Kitchens [The Kitchn]
26 Kitchen Organizing Tips from Real Cooks – Twitter Style [Simple Bites]
Taste What Makes Moyz Crafted Street Food a Local Favorite for Mexican Fare
September 13, 2016 by
Moyz Crafted Street Food is a local favorite for authentic Mexican cuisine. Whether you’re stopping for breakfast, lunch, dinner, a late-night snack, you're sure to find something quick, easy, and delicious.
Grab a delicious breakfast taco, or go for a classic carnita, chicken taco, steak quesadilla, or chicken tostado. As a bonus, try the famous hand-made burgers, often called the best in town. Every dish is made from scratch with fresh ingredients, a ton of flavor, and the perfect amount of heat (try the habanero sauce if you like spice).
While it’s called street food, it’s also called crafted because you’ll find nothing but high-quality, authentic flavors and recipes. Visit Yelp for local favorite dishes and some sneak peeks at dishes – that is, if your mouth isn’t already watering enough.
Moyz Crafted Street Food
25330 Richard Road
Spring, TX 77386
(832) 298-3843
www.yelp.com/biz/moyz-crafted-street-food-spring-2
How to Squeeze Every Inch Out of Your Closet Space
September 6, 2016 by
If you have a messy closet, your whole room can feel off, and putting outfits together can be difficult when you can’t find what you’re looking for. Organizing your wardrobe can be a little overwhelming, so follow these tips to achieve an orderly, well-maintained closet.
- Donate or get rid of any clothing items that you haven’t worn in more than two years.
- Keep out-of-season clothes in large plastic bins and place them under your bed or on high shelves to make space for items that you’ll be reaching for during that time of year.
- Use a shoe hanger to place over your closet door to free up some floor or shelf space.
- Hang your most worn items at eye level where you can see them.
- Keep your folded clothes and accessories neat and tidy by using shelf dividers.
- Hang hooks inside your closet for extra storage space. These are great for jackets and will clear up a lot of space for your clothes.
- Color-code your clothes so you’ll know exactly where everything is when you need it.
20 Ways to Organize Your Bedroom Closet [Apartment Therapy]
The Experts Spill Their Tips For A Clean, Well-Organized Closet [Who What Wear]
How to Organize A Lot of Clothing in Very Little Closet Space [Lifehacker]
Lengthen and Strengthen at Body & Brain Yoga in The Woodlands
August 23, 2016 by
Take some time out of your busy day to unwind and find some balance at Body & Brain Yoga. As its name implies, you’ll experience physical, mental, and spiritual rejuvenation during your practice at Body & Brain.
Body & Brain offers a wide variety of classes at varying levels, whether you’re a novice or a yoga pro. The certified instructors will work with you and your skill level to ensure you have the most productive class every time you visit, whatever your goal may be. Whether you’re looking to improve your yoga skills or simply detox from a stressful day, you’ll find just what you’re looking for and more at Body & Brain Yoga. Leave your worries at the door, strengthen, stretch, relax, and unwind, and enjoy a cup of hot tea on your way out.
Visit the website to learn more about Body & Brain Yoga and to book your next class.
Body & Brain Yoga
Grogan's Mill Village Center
7 Swithbud Pl, Ste185
The Woodlands, TX 77380
(877) 477-9642
www.bodynbrain.com/The-Woodlands
Explore the Culinary Traditions of Italy at Papa Amadeus
August 16, 2016 by
When it comes to Italian food, Papa knows best – Papa Amadeus, that is! This local gem offers authentic Italian cuisine, made from traditional recipes passed down and perfected over generations. From the fresh ingredients all the way through to the wine pairing, you’ll find a truly rustic Italian dining experience at Papa Amadeus.
All of Papa Admadeus’ dishes are carefully prepared and presented, from classic pasta dishes to the seafood specialties, like the salmon carpaccio, shrimp diavolo, and the seared scallops. Try other local favorites, like the smoked salmon panini. Pair your meal with a glass of vino from Papa Amadeus’ extensive wine menu. The knowledgeable staff can help guide you to the perfect complementary glass.
Listen to some live music while you enjoy your delicious hearty Italian meal, for a dining experience you’ll never forget.
Papa Amadeus
25602 Interstate 45 N
Spring, TX 77386
papaamadeus.com
Save Room for the ‘Brownie Meltdown’ at Pecos Grilling Company in Tomball
August 9, 2016 by
The owners of Pecos Grilling Company, Dodge City sheriff Fred Sembera and executive chef Chuck Buenger, conceptualized Pecos as a top-quality steak and seafood restaurant with a friendly, welcoming atmosphere. Take a walk through the dining room, and you’ll likely see parents and children enjoying a family meal, old-timers swapping stories over prime rib, and young singles enjoying themselves at the bar.
As for food, regulars recommend the fried asparagus appetizer followed by the pecan-grilled sirloin with fried shrimp. If you can take the heat, go for the jalapeno-topped Diablo Burger, or opt for something a little more comforting — perhaps an order of pot roast, "Mom's" meatloaf, or Grandma Glady's made-from-scratch chicken and dumplings. Whatever you do, try to leave room for dessert: the restaurant's brownie meltdown is the stuff of legends, and you can't go wrong with the rum-sauce-drizzled grilled banana!
Pecos Grilling Company opens at 11 a.m. daily. Free Wi-Fi is offered!
Pecos Grilling Company
28900 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
(281) 290-9200
www.pecosgrillingco.com
How to Bring a Touch of Home to Your Apartment, Even If You’re Miles Away
August 2, 2016 by
If you recently (or not-so-recently) moved cities, you may want to incorporate decorative items that showcase your hometown pride into your apartment. Whether you're from the next town over or miles away, these online stores offer state- and city-centric items that will show your guests where you come from.
Jelligun
This shop creates pairs of state prints that not only feature your home state, but also your current state. A heart logo marks the city where you're from and the city where you currently live, so you'll always feel like both places are represented in your home.
Covered Bridges
If your style is more rustic, hang a piece of reclaimed wood wall art in the shape of your home state. Each one is customized with your chosen state and the size that you prefer, so you can fill any empty wall with a little piece of home.
TravelSigns
Whether your favorite hometown landmark is your city's baseball field or your alma mater, this Etsy shop creates replica highway signs with the exact number of miles between here and there. You'll also find signs for the highway that leads back to your hometown.
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