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Provisions: Stock Up in Houston
October 30, 2013 by
Provisions has won over diners with their fresh, flavorful menu, an open kitchen dining area and spacious terrace. Get your party started with a refreshing cocktail like the Highland with green chartreuse, tequila, sugar cane & lime. Add on a Bread & Cheese Plate or a wood-fired pizza with mozzarella, basil & tomato. Some yummy pasta dishes adorn the menu, as do meat entrees like Hanger Steak with spring onions, Suckling Pig Porchetta for Two and Ham’O’Day with mustard rye. Fish entrees include Curried Mussels with cauliflower, Shrimp Salad with celery-apple remoulade, and Big Eye Tuna with fennel. Save a spot in your tummy for a tantalizing dessert like Neapolitan Chocolate Mousse Cake.
Minutes from Residences at Gramercy, Provisions is open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner.
Provisions
807 Taft Street
Houston, TX 77019
(713) 628-9020
http://www.yelp.com/biz/provisions-houston
Happy Autumn!
October 25, 2013 by
With autumn upon us, we hope everyone is able to take advantage of all of the fun and festivities that the season has to offer. Happy Fall!
Use Your Juicer With These Four Great Recipes
October 24, 2013 by
Enjoy the refreshing taste of fruit juice? You can use a juicer to create some delightful juices, right in your kitchen at Residences at Gramercy.
Don't have a juicer? You can use a blender instead, taking care to blend the ingredients thoroughly to achieve the right consistency.
Ready to start? Here are four juice recipes worth trying:
Williams Waterwall: Urban Waterfall
October 16, 2013 by
Right in the middle of the sprawl of the Houston Galleria, Williams Waterwall is a relaxing little park where you can find some serenity in the middle of holiday shopping or have a romantic stroll with your significant other. The Waterwall is a 30 year old Houston landmark, a stunning manmade waterfall fronted by a Roman-style proscenium. This beautiful, amphitheater-like space has become one of Houston’s favorite spots for proposals, wedding and prom photos, and other photo ops. The Waterwall is surrounded by a lovely little park crisscrossed with live oak-lined pathways that give the place a sense of isolation and calm in a very busy area.
Williams Waterwall
2800 Post Oak Boulevard
Houston TX 77056
(713) 966-7799
Burke Baker Planetarium: To The Stars
October 9, 2013 by
Have an interstellar experience at the Burke Baker Planetarium, located in the Museum of Natural Science. High-resolution video technology projects images of planets, stars, meteors, solar systems and galaxies on the domed surface of the theatre. Their computerized SkySkan DigitalSky Starfield projector is the most advanced in the world, providing stunning simulations of stars, planets, comets and nebulous objects. It lets you play astronaut with jaw dropping three-dimensional simulated flights through space. A state-of-the-art digital stereo sound system enhances the Dome Theatre experience with a variety of music and sound effects. Films like Stars of the Pharaohs take you back 6,000 years to ancient Egypt to see how astronomers aligned their temples and pyramids with the stars.
Admission is $8 for adults, $7 for seniors and students.
Burke Baker Planetarium
1 Hermann Circle Drive
Houston, TX 77030
(713) 639-4629
http://www.yelp.com/biz/burke-baker-planetarium-houston
Game Day Pot Luck! Sunday, Oct. 6, 2013
October 2, 2013 by
Join us in the 3rd floor clubroom on Sunday, October 6th to cheer on our Houston Texans as they play against the San Francisco 49ers!
- Show us your favorite game day dish and potentially win for best dish!
- Support your local team!
- Come decked out in your BEST Texans gear!
- St. Jude's Silent Auction
- Football Squares can be purchased at game time or in the office beforehand. See Holly for all the square details.
The Hobby Center: The Place for Performance
September 25, 2013 by
The Hobby Center for Performing Arts is the center of Houston theatre. Located downtown, the Center is fairly new, opened in 2002 and quickly became the place to go for travelling Broadway shows. The architecture, which includes large windows overlooking the Houston skyline, Everything from classic shows like “Man of La Mancha” to newer productions like “Book of Mormon” make their way to the 2,600-seat Sarofim Hall, a great venue for musical productions. There’s also Zikha Hall, which serves as a showcase for local performers. The 500-seat hall plays hosts to the Psophonia Dance Company, the Maggini String Orchestra, and other local groups. Check out all of the upcoming productions and performances on the online calendar. Other than evening performances, The Hobby Center is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and on weekends from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The Hobby Center
800 Bagby
Houston, TX 77002
(713) 315-2525
http://www.yelp.com/biz/hobby-center-for-performing-arts-houston
1940 Air Terminal Museum: Houston Past
September 18, 2013 by
Housed in the historic art deco former Houston Municipal Airport, the 1940 Air Terminal Museum showcases the rich heritage of civil aviation, including the nation’s airlines, general aviation and business aviation. The story of Houston's place in aviation history is also included in the exhibits. Interesting exhibits showcase the airlines that once flew in and out of the terminal, with flight attendant outfits, pilot uniforms, photos and videos. Special events include Wings and Wheels on the third Saturday of each month where you can get up close to real airplanes like Piper Cubs and talk to pilots. Open Tuesday through Sunday. Admission is $5 for adults and $2 for children.
1940 Air Terminal Museum
8325 Travelair Road
Houston, TX 77061
(713) 454-1940
http://www.yelp.com/biz/1940-air-terminal-museum-houston
Ambrosia: Sweet Eats in Houston
September 12, 2013 by
Ready to try a unique melding of Asian recipes and Texas-style ingredients? Head to Ambrosia, a cozy little bar and restaurant where a distinctive culinary experience awaits you with tasty tapas menu. Get the party started with a refreshing White Coconut Sangria or a Shere Khan cocktail with tequila, ginger beer & blood orange juice. Follow it up with some yummy Curry Wedges with potatoes, curry & cheese. Other options include Vegetarian Samosas with apple cilantro chutney, or fresh Ceviche with tostada chips. Gangnam Style Ribs is another tasty dish, as are crisp Flatbread with mushrooms cooked in Marsala wine & topped with melted mozzarella cheese, and Green Curried Chicken.
Moments from Residences at Gramercy, it's open Tuesday through Saturday for dinner.
Ambrosia
2006 Lexington Street
Houston, TX 77098
(832) 649-4636
http://www.yelp.com/biz/ambrosia-houston
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