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Cafe Brussels: Brewing Up Fun in Houston

February 18, 2014 by

Café Brussels is a cozy neighborhood bistro that’s quickly become a favorite dining spot. Fans of Belgian beer love the fact that the café has the largest selection of the country’s beers on tap in Houston. Chimay Blanche, Hoegaarden, and Stella Artois are just a few of the brews you can nestle up to at this warm, friendly spot. The food menu features classic Belgian dishes like Moules Marinieres – mussels steamed in white wine, Le Lapin aux Pruneaux – rabbit leg with prunes, and Le Cordon Bleu – chicken stuffed with ham & swiss cheese. Be sure to save room for a luscious dessert like Dame Blanche – vanilla ice cream with warm chocolate sauce & whipped cream.

Cafe Brussels is open Mondays through Saturdays for lunch and dinner, Sunday brunch.

Cafe Brussels
1718 Houston Avenue
Houston, TX 77007
(713) 222-6996
http://www.yelp.com/biz/cafe-brussels-houston

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Happy Presidents’ Day

February 17, 2014 by

Remembering the courage and vision of past and present leaders, we honor and share the spirit of Presidents' Day together as a nation.

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Happy Valentine’s Day!

February 14, 2014 by

Wishing everyone a day filled with fun and happy memories!

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The Houston Zoo: From Amphibians to Zebras

February 11, 2014 by

Plan a day at The Houston Zoo, and get up close and personal with everything from amphibians to zebras. Seemingly endless exhibits—including carnivorous cats, playful primates, and beckoning birds—will provide hours of entertainment. Exhibits are renovated to keep the animals comfortable, and the zoo is contracting new habitats for gorillas, which will return in 2015. The zookeepers are very knowledgeable, so make it a point to make it to one of their talks. Kids love the Giraffe Feeding Platform that elevates visitors to be face to face with these gentle giants. A 4-D movie experience is another family favorite.

Visitors find the zoo clean and well maintained, with a strong conservation and education mission. Admission is reasonable, especially compared to other big city zoos; adults are $14 and children are $10. (You can save a few extra bucks if you purchase the tickets at Fiesta Mart.) The Houston Zoo provides free parking, but it fills up fast on the weekends. 

The Houston Zoo
6200 Hermann Park Drive
Houston, TX 77030
(713) 533-6500
http://www.houstonzoo.org
http://www.yelp.com/biz/the-houston-zoo-houston

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3 Easy-to-Serve Brunch Recipes

February 4, 2014 by

When you’re planning a brunch for a large group of people, it can be difficult to make sure that everything is done at the same time. Creating large portions of each dish so that everyone can serve themselves makes things much more convenient, and it makes it so that you can sit down and enjoy the meal as well. Here are a few easy-to-serve brunch recipes to try this weekend:

Eggs with Tomato on Toast
To make this sophisticated brunch dish, simply bake the tomato sauce and the egg yolks in a large skillet. When you’re ready to serve, place the skillet on the table and allow guests to serve themselves onto a piece of warm toast.

Potato Chip Frittatas
A creative and accessible take on the beloved frittata, these delicious Spanish creations use potato chips instead of the usual toppings. Bake them in the oven and you’ll have enough frittatas to serve 6 people.

Grapefruit Buttermilk Donuts with Candied Zest
These homemade donuts are anything but your usual glazed dozen. Made with rich buttermilk and flavored with tart, refreshing grapefruit, they’re so delicious that all of your guests will love them, and the recipe is large enough to serve everyone.

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Top Golf USA: A Fun Houston Destination

January 28, 2014 by

What’s TopGolf? It’s a fun sports and entertainment venue that combines an array of activities with a tasty food and beverage menu, all right in Houston, Texas!

TopGolf is played on a 215-yard field with micro-chipped balls. Other games include TopScore, Top Scramble, TopChip and TopPressure. Each game has its own rules and is geared to different ages and abilities. You can also play foosball, beer pong, and pool. TopGolf is a great place to hold a kid’s or adult's birthday party, to host a work event, or to have a fun date night. Food options include snacks like Guacamole & Chips, Brisket Chili Cheese Fries, Wings, and Nachos. Burgers, wraps, sandwiches, salads and desserts are also on the menu.

Want to visit? Top Golf's open daily, and you can learn more by visiting its website.

Top Golf
1030 Memorial Brook Boulevard
Houston, TX 77084
(281) 406-3176
http://topgolf.com/houston/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/topgolf-houston-3

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Have You Tried the Hummingbird Cupcake at Crave Cupcakes?

January 21, 2014 by

The next time you have a cupcake craving, don't settle for store-bought varieties when you can get gourmet at Crave Cupcakes in Uptown. Only superior ingredients make their way into Crave's decadent cupcakes, like seasonal fruit, local Texas dairy, and European chocolate.

Come in and select from rotating daily flavors, like macadamia nut, red velvet, key lime, and carrot, or choose a more mysterious flavor, like hummingbird or candy bar. Your favorite flavors can be pre-ordered to ensure you get exactly what you want before they run out. You can also request a customized decoration for these special orders.

Crave bakes cupcakes frequently throughout the day to ensure freshness. These bite sized cakes are a great choice for weddings, birthdays, and other special moments.

Crave Cupcakes
1151-06 Uptown Park Boulevard
Houston, TX 77056
(713) 622-7283
https://www.cravecupcakes.com/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/crave-cupcakes-houston

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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!

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Make Brasil Your New Go-To Dining Destination in Houston

January 14, 2014 by

If you're looking for a restaurant to make your new go-to spot, check out Brasil in Montrose. Brasil is a nice spot to work on a project or grab a bite for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The three owners used their very different backgrounds to create a place the whole community can enjoy, whether it be local food, craft beers, or scrumptious desserts.

For breakfast, choose from bagels, pancakes with fresh toppings like fruits and roasted nuts, or breakfast tacos loaded with eggs, bacon, and savory sauces. For lunch and dinner, start off with an appetizer like the brie with almond and fruit or the falafel flatbread with hummus, tomatoes, and tzatziki. For your main entree, choose from expertly made sandwiches, burgers, or order a pizza to share with the table. Pizzas come with a variety of cheese, meats like all-beef sausage and bacon, and savory spices.

Brasil
2604 Dunlavy Street
Houston, TX 77006
(713) 528-1993
http://cafe-brasil.net/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/brasil-houston

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4 Tips for the Perfect Pour of Wine

January 7, 2014 by

Pouring wine is more than just tipping a bottle over a glass. Certain wines need to breathe before drinking, and pouring the right amount is essential. Check out these four great tips for pouring the perfect glass of wine.

  • Not all wines are served cold, so be sure to keep bottles at the correct temperature before pouring. White and sparkling wines are best served between 40—50 degrees Fahrenheit; full-bodied whites and light, fruity reds, 50—60 degrees Fahrenheit; full-bodied reds and Ports, 60—65 degrees Fahrenheit. Invest in a thermometer to be sure you have the right temperature.
  • Give the bottle a quick taste test before serving. This will give you an idea of its temperature and familiarize yourself with what you're pouring.
  • The right glass gives the wine room to open up its flavors. Tulip-shaped glasses are ideal and be sure they are clean, as musty or grimy glasses can ruin a wine flavor.
  • If serving a red wine, pour it into a decanter first to let it sit for an hour before serving. The full flavor of the wine will be evident on the first sip.

How to Serve Wine 101 [Wine Inspector]
Organic Wine Serving Tips [Frey Wine]
25 Tips on How to Serve Wine [Bauduc Blog]

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