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Add These Two Foods to Your Diet for a Boost of Iron

November 5, 2015 by

Consuming iron-rich foods helps your cells transport oxygen throughout our body, preventing fatigue and supplying energy. So getting enough iron each day is important, and it can be very easy if you know which foods to look for. Incorporate these two iron-rich foods into your diet if you're lacking in the mineral:

  1. Dark chocolate. Treat yourself and do something good for your body by indulging in a piece of dark chocolate every now and again. Just one serving of 80% dark chocolate contains 4.1 milligrams of iron, so dessert can be an integral part of your healthy diet.
  2. Red meat. While you do want to be careful not to over-consume red meat, it is one of the most iron-rich foods. So you can select a package of lean ground beef to meet your daily needs.

Best Foods For Iron: 20 Foods Packed With Iron [Huffington Post]
Iron Rich Foods [WedMD]
Top 10 Foods Highest in Iron [Healthaliciousness]
Iron Rich Foods [American Red Cross]

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Monterey’s Little Mexico: Your Place for Margaritas and Mexican Fare

October 29, 2015 by

Pasadena is home to quite a few Mexican and Tex-Mex eateries, but few are as popular as Monterey's Little Mexico. This colorful, lively restaurant has a number of locations across Texas and Oklahoma, but the Pasadena outpost is one of the best places in town for a flavorful lunch with your coworkers or a casual dinner out with friends.

Monterey's Little Mexico’s menu is filled with Mexican-American fare favorites, like classic nachos, enchiladas, and fajitas, as well as more authentic Mexican dishes, like the shrimp Acupulco and fajitas Azteca. There are also a few Tex-Mex meals and lunchtime combination platters that will save you some money on your favorite foods. The kids' menu features smaller portions of tacos and more, while for the adults, Monterey's Little Mexico offers watermelon margaritas and other beverages that will make your happy hour even happier.

Monterey’s Little Mexico is open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily.

Monterey’s Little Mexico
2828 E Southmore Ave
Pasadena, TX 77503
(713) 473-4401
www.facebook.com/montereyslittlemexico

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Bring the Fall Season Indoors With These Home Decor Projects

October 22, 2015 by

The change in seasons from summer to fall is one of the most dramatic, from the colorful leaves filling the trees to the acorns strewn across the ground. Bring the beauty of autumn into your home with a fun and creative DIY project that you can customize to your own liking.

Pumpkin Basket How-To [Martha Stewart]
If you usually decorate your home with plump pumpkins, get a bit more creative this year by turning one of those pumpkins into a basket to hold fresh flowers, pine cones, or other decorative accessories. Use a keyhole saw to hollow out the pumpkin and create a handle across the top that looks just like a real basket.

Botanical Leaf Pages [Real Simple]
You’ve likely seen vintage-inspired framed botanical prints lining the walls of chic homes, so create your own just in time for fall by using a few fallen leaves and some wax paper. Using a standard iron on low heat, press rows of leaves together between two sheets of wax paper and get creative with the arrangement.

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Explore Naval History at the Battleship Texas State Historic Site

October 15, 2015 by

Experience an important part of naval history on the Battleship Texas, which was deployed in both World War I and II. Located on the Buffalo Bayou in the Houston Ship Channel, the vessel became the first of its kind to be turned into a museum in 1948. It’s now part of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department's 1,200-acre San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site.

Visitors can explore the ship from the 60-foot flying bridge to the engine room, sleeping quarters, and medical center below deck. The Battleship Texas Youth Overnight program gives youth groups a chance to experience a sleepover on the ship and see what life as a Navy sailor during World War II was like.

Battleship Texas is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Admission to the park is $12 for adults and children over age 12.

Battleship Texas State Historic Site
3523 Battleground Road
La Porte, TX 77571
(281) 479-2431
www.tpwd.state.tx.us/state-parks/battleship-texas
www.yelp.com/biz/battleship-texas-state-historic-site-la-porte

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Bullritos: Quick and Easy Tex-Mex Fare

October 8, 2015 by

Bullritos offers La Porte diners quick and tasty Tex-Mex fare. Founder Russell Ybarra has been in the culinary business since 1993, and his experience shows in Bullritos’s crack stuff and stellar menu of awesome Mexican inspired dishes. Proving that fast food doesn’t have to be the same old same old, Bullritos offers diners a variety of great Tex-Mex dishes that are fully customizable. Bullritos allows you to design your very own Mexican dish, from burritos to bowls, from tacos to salads. You choose the meat, rice, beans, cheese, and even salsa. Bullritos also offers fresh made guacamole and chips. With generous portions, Bullritos is great for a hearty lunch or dinner.

Bullritos
2617 Underwood Drive
La Porte, TX 77571
(281) 842-7900
http://www.yelp.com/biz/bullritos-la-porte

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Broadway Buffalo Wings: Watch the Big Game Over Beer and Wings

September 24, 2015 by

No afternoon of watching sports is complete without ice-cold beer and hot wings to go along with it, so head on over to Broadway Buffalo Wings the next time your favorite team is playing. Here, you’ll find some of the best wings in Pasadena, as well as a great selection of beer, wine, and spirits and numerous televisions throughout the restaurant that are always tuned to the biggest sporting events. The menu includes Buffalo wings a wide variety of different sauces, shareable appetizers, and hearty burgers and sandwiches that come with sides of seasoned French fries.

Broadway Buffalo Wings offers great specials every day of the week, from free kids meals on Mondays to steak night on Thursdays. No matter which day you come in, however, you’re sure to get a great meal an friendly service from this local favorite!

Broadway Buffalo Wings
330 Southmore Ave
Pasadena, TX 77502
(713) 920-3330
www.broadwaybuffalowings.com

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Delightful Recipes for Rich Chocolate Pudding

September 17, 2015 by

Just about everyone loves chocolate, and pudding is a simple dish that can be prepared a number of different ways. Combine the two tastes to create decadent chocolate pudding with these easy recipes.

Hasty Chocolate Pudding [AllRecipes]
When your guests are arriving in just a few minutes, this recipe tastes great but takes only a little while to prepare.

How to Make Perfect Chocolate Pudding from Scratch [The Kitchn]
Forego the boxed, prepackaged mixes and learn to make a real chocolate pudding with this recipe.

Best Chocolate Pudding [Smitten Kitchen]
Dark, rich, and just a pinch salty, this recipe makes a truly elegant chocolate pudding dish.

Chocolate Pudding [Food Network]
Learn to make Tyler Florence’s chocolate pudding from this gourmet recipe.

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Pasadena Municipal Golf Course: Brush Up On Your Swing

September 10, 2015 by

If you love playing golf but you don’t love the hefty prices at most country clubs, the Pasadena Municipal Golf Course is the perfect alternative. This 160-acre facility is run by the City of Pasadena, and it contains 18 holes that play to a par of 72. The grounds are well maintained and feature views of the beautiful Texas landscape, from the tall trees to the peaceful water features.

The course contains a turf practice facility with lessons from a PGA professional where you can brush up on your game before heading out for a round with friends, and the well-stocked club house contains all of the essential golf equipment, food, and drinks to leave you feeling energized before or after playing. There are also Club Car golf carts available for rent to make your game even more relaxing.

The Pasadena Municipal Golf Course is open from sunrise to sundown every day of the week.

Pasadena Municipal Golf Course
1000 Duffer Lane
Houston, TX 77034
(281) 481-0834
www.ci.pasadena.tx.us/default.aspx?name=prk.fac-golfcourse

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Little Tokyo: Maki Your Way to This Japanese Fare Favorite

September 3, 2015 by

If you’re looking for fresh sushi in Pasadena, you’ll find it for lunch and dinner any day of the week at Little Tokyo. This affordable eatery offers classic sushi options like California rolls, fresh sashimi, and custom hand rolls with your choice of ingredients. If you come with a group, Little Tokyo also offers sushi boats filled with an elaborate assortment of the restaurant’s most popular sushi items, which makes it easy to sample a variety of rolls and share the meal with lots of people.

The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner every day, with even more affordable prices on smaller lunch specials. For of-age guests, the menu also includes a number of traditional Japanese sakes and Asian import beers to pair with your meal.

Little Tokyo is open 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and noon to 10 p.m. Saturday.

Little Tokyo
6737 Fairmont Parkway
Pasadena, TX 77505
(281) 991-9400
www.littletokyosushi.net

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Baytown Seafood Restaurant: Try a Po’ Boy For Lunch

August 27, 2015 by

Baytown Seafood Restaurant is a great casual dinner choice that offers some of the freshest fish in town. If you’re a fan of seafood, you’ll love Baytown’s extensive menu of hot and spicy boiled shrimp, crawfish, and grilled stuffed flounder. Popcorn shrimp po'boy sandwiches are perfect for a casual lunch, and the gumbo makes a tasty addition to any meal. For diners who aren’t partial to seafood, Baytown also offers a small selection of burgers and other landlubber favorites.

The restaurant’s interior is very large and comfortable, with colorful coastal decor and large tables big enough for any size party. Or, if you don’t have time to dine inside of the restaurant, many regulars also order their food to go.

Baytown Seafood Restaurant recommends making reservations for large parties.

Baytown Seafood Restaurant
4501 Spencer Highway
Pasadena, TX 77504
(713) 946-2224
www.facebook.com/baytownseafoodrestaurantpasadena

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