3 Must-Read Magazines for Art Enthusiasts
March 7, 2014 by
Art lovers know there is nothing like seeing a work in person, but with these excellent magazines you can get pretty close to experiencing the detail of the piece. Stay connected to the art world and get a chance to see work you haven’t been able to see up close with the well written articles and photo spreads. Discover new talent you haven’t heard of and see what your favorite artists are working on next.
Smithsonian
What better place to get a deeper look at the artists and artwork that has shaped American history than with Smithsonian magazine? Immerse yourself in articles about past and current work and view pictures of exhibitions and collections, all while staying in touch with the modern art world.
Hi-Fructose
Stay in the know about the current art scene with a digital subscription to Hi-Fructose. This compendium of modern art and artists gives you a monthly dose of what’s hot. Find exhibit and show info while following your favorite current artists' careers.
ARTnews
Each copy of ARTnews is packed with insightful articles about current art trends, highlights of past works, and investigations into different areas of the art world. Read it to become a knowledgeable patron, collector — or both.
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Get Your Fill of Breakfast Favorites at Baby Barnaby’s Cafe
March 6, 2014 by
Baby Barnaby's Cafe is a favorite spot for breakfast and lunch in the Montrose area. The space is intimate, warm, and decorated with posters. During peak hours there can be a bit of wait and parking is a bit scarce, so be prepared if you have plans after your meal. Luckily, customers can enjoy coffee while they wait for seats.
The menu has a large variety to choose from, so don't worry about pleasing picky eaters. Popular among morning diners is the healthy breakfast plate which features egg whites, wheat toast, fruit, and apple sausage and the fruity pancakes that rotate depending on the season. (Make a point to try out the potatoes, which are brown and crispy on the outside while staying tender and soft inside!)
For lunch and dinner, choose from entrees like baby back ribs with apples, chicken tostadas with corn salsa, a range of meat and vegetarian burgers, and deli sandwiches. The wide reaching selection will leave your whole group satisfied.
Baby Barnaby's Cafe
602 Fairview Street
Houston, TX 77006
(713) 522-4229
http://www.barnabyscafe.com/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/baby-barnabys-caf%C3%A9-houston-2
Delicious Greens Recipes from Top Food Websites
February 28, 2014 by
We should all eat more greens than we currently do, but it can be hard to squeeze in those extra veggies. These delightful sites from around the web will help you add a bit more green to your diet without sacrificing taste.
All Recipes
The Greens Recipes section of the All Recipes site is full of creative, healthy recipes that use leafy greens as the main ingredient. From cheese dips to spinach rolls to quiches and casseroles, these dishes are so decadent, you might even forget that they’re healthy. All Recipes also offers a number of recipes for preparing traditional Southern greens, which make a perfect side dish for your next fried chicken dinner.
Food.com
Visit Food.com to find an endless assortment of greens recipes that are both healthy and delicious. A Spinach Strawberry Salad makes a great summer lunch, and its seasonal fruits add a bit of color to the variety of greens. The site also features warm, hearty soups full of green veggies, from Tuscan White Bean & Spinach to Italian Sausage with Kale. With main courses, side dishes and even appetizers, Food.com is a great resource for cooking with greens.
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Combat Jet Lag With These 3 Simple Tips
February 28, 2014 by
An unfortunate side effect of travel, jet lag can easily suck the fun out of the first few days in a new time zone. Whether you're planning on traveling to a new city for business or pleasure, these three tips will help expedite your acclimation.
1. Ease your body into the time zone of the city you'll be visiting.
Take a week or so before your departure to incrementally shift your sleep schedule so that upon arriving in your destination, your circadian rhythm is already in sync. Go to bed earlier for an eastward trip, later for a westward trip. If you'll be traversing multiple time zones, you may want to consider breaking up your travel into smaller flights.
2. Get outdoors.
Staying inside only worsens jet lag. Being exposed to sunlight will help stimulate a correction of your biological clock. Try taking a short walk to clear your head.
3. Stay hydrated.
Once you're in the air, drink eight ounces of water per hour. This will help curtail the dehydrating effects of cabin air. You may be tempted to reach for a cocktail, but be forewarned that alcohol worses jet lag. Avoid caffeine, as well, as it acts as a stimulant and may prevent restful sleep.
Jet Lag [Centers for Disease Control and Prevention]
Jet Lag and Sleep [National Sleep Foundation]
Avoid Jet Lag with our Top 10 Tips [Fodors]
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Enjoy Eggplant Parm and People-Watching at Empire Cafe
February 27, 2014 by
Located on busy Westheimer Road is Empire Cafe, a romantic little spot to grab your morning coffee or brunch with a couple of your best friends. The decor is distinctly European, while the friendly, laid-back service leaves you feeling right at home.
Pick from coffee served with a variety of syrups (or perhaps a splash of Bailey's Irish Cream and Kahlua), or select from teas like blackberry sage and cinnamon plum. The breakfast menu boasts a number of delicious egg dishes, while lunch offers eggplant parmigiana, goat cheese and mushroom ravioli, and a delicious variety of pizzas big enough to share with a friend or take home for later.
The patio at Empire Cafe is a must when the weather is nice and makes a great spot for people watching. Empire Cafe is open Sundays through Thursdays, 7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Fridays and Saturdays, 7:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Empire Cafe
1732 Westheimer Road
Houston, TX 77098
(713) 528-5282
http://empirecafe.com/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/empire-cafe-houston
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Track the Journey of Your Dollar Bills on “Where’s George?”
February 21, 2014 by
Ever wonder where that rumpled, wrinkly dollar bill in your wallet has been? Chances are, the bill has done its fair share of traveling all across the U.S.
Curious about his bills' journeys, former tech consultant Hank Eskin launched a currency tracking project, Where's George?, in 1998, which quickly became a sensation among hobbyists. The premise behind the website is simple: Users input the serial number of a dollar bill into the website, which will email them if the same serial number is inputted again by another user. Then, the original user can log on to see how far their bill has traveled. (Typically, a user will mark the bill in some way to denote that the bill is part of the Where's George program.)
A visit to the Where's George summary page reveals the site's current statistics, from the number of bills entered to the number of bills that have made an appearance within the tracking program more than once.
If you'd like to follow the journey of your dollar bills, visit the website to start tracking. It's free and easy to use.
Where's George [Official Site]
Where's George?: The Trail Of $1 Bills Across The U.S. [NPR]
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Omelet Breakfast!!!
February 21, 2014 by
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Hosted By: Reserve at Garden Oaks & Chef King's Catering
How to Host Your Own At-Home Wine Tasting
February 20, 2014 by
Celebrate your love of wine with a fun wine tasting party with some of your closest friends. Putting together a wine tasting event doesn’t have to be a big deal. Ask your pals to bring a bottle while you take care of the set up. Here are a few tips to hosting a successful wine tasting.
1. Be prepared.
Make sure to have the proper tools and supplies. Prepare a table with a white cloth, decanters, spittoons, glasses, and coffee grounds in small bowls to neutralize the odors of the many aromas of the wines.
2. Choose up to five wines.
Stick to a selection of five wines so as not to overwhelm the tasting options. Choose wines with some sort of unifying factor, for example, wines from the same region, color, or type.
3. Serve light bites.
Offer your guests small snacks or cheese plate. Doing so will add a new element to the wine, which may taste different paired with food.
4. Discuss.
Once the wine has been tasted, go around and compare notes on which wines made biggest impact. Reveal the labels after the wines have been tasted.
How to Have the Perfect Wine Tasting at Home [Huffington Post]
How to Host a Wine Tasting Party [Real Simple]
How to Host a Wine Tasting [Food & Wine]
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