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Ambrosia: Sweet Eats in Houston

July 16, 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 The Marq on Voss, 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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Art Car Museum: Creativity on Wheels

July 9, 2013 by

Automobiles are functional, but style is important. The Art Car Museum builds on that style, as artists use many materials to not just decorate, but turn the automobile into a real work of art. Located across from Spotts Park, the Art Car Museum might be one of the most unique museums that you will ever see. You’ll have a good time just walking around and seeing how an artist’s vision can transform a station wagon or classic car into something so much more. But that’s not all – you’ll also see interesting paintings, sculptures that use re-purposed materials and featured artist that use all sorts of media. The Art Car Museum is open Wednesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Art Car Museum
140 Heights Boulevard
Houston, TX 77007
(713) 861-5526
http://www.yelp.com/biz/art-car-museum-houston

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Our New Facebook Sweepstakes Has Started! Enter to Win an iPad Mini!

July 5, 2013 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 August 31st,  2013. For mobile users ONLY, like our Facebook Page, and then click here to enter!

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Happy 4th of July!

July 4, 2013 by

On this 4th of July, we hope you take time to relax and celebrate America's freedom with close friends and loved ones. Happy Independence Day, USA!

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Haak Vineyards and Winery: The First and Only Winery in Galveston County

June 25, 2013 by

Galveston County’s first and only winery is proving that great vintages can come from just about anywhere as long as there’s care and commitment in play. It all started in 1969, when Raymond Haak received a 10th-anniversary gift of two Concord grapevines from his wife Gladys. What would begin as a hobby would quickly grow into an obsession, as Raymond worked to become a self-made expert on the viticulture of the Houston area, testing dozens of breeds to find the grapes that would thrive there. Eventually settling on the hardy, disease-resistant Blanc do Bois, the Haak’s started winning awards with their wines and expanded the property to three acres of grape fields and a 25,000 square foot winery. Tours of the winery are a very reasonable five dollars and include tastings of some of their most popular products, which are mostly sweet white wines. Sunday nights during the summer they host local musicians for pleasant live concerts. Check the website for details.

Haak Vineyards and Winery
6310 Avenue T
Santa Fe, TX 77510
(409) 925-1401
www.haakwine.com

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Mockingbird Bistro: Where The Food Sings

June 18, 2013 by

Chef and owner of Mockingbird Bistro John Sheely has thirty years in the restaurant business, so he’s got a pretty good handle on what Houston diners are looking for by now. And judging from the reception Mockingbird Bistro has enjoyed since opening in 2002, his instincts are pretty trustworthy. Serving a unique combination of cuisines he likes to refer to as “Texas Provence,” the bistro-style restaurant has won raves from diners and critics alike. Some hallmark dishes include a spectacular Kobe beef burger that is cooked to absolute perfection, a tantalizing duck three ways that boasts remarkable foie gras, and what might be the best Caesar salad you ever eat. The wine selection at Mockingbird Bistro is among the best in town, with a gifted sommelier on site to walk you through the selection and make recommendations based on your meal and price range. This place is a real gem and shouldn’t be missed.

Mockingbird Bistro
1985 Welch Street
Houston, TX 77019
(713) 533-0200
www.mockingbirdbistro.com

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Happy Father’s Day!

June 16, 2013 by

Today we celebrate and show our appreciation for all of the fantastic fathers in our lives and we hope you all have a wonderful and relaxing day!

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Lucio’s: Quaint BYOB Dining in Houston

June 11, 2013 by

Located in Midtown Houston, Lucio’s is the place to go for an intimate dinner with somebody special. But do yourself a favor and call ahead for reservations – the place is cozy and fills up fast. Whether you come for lunch or dinner, you’ll find a nice selection of appetizers and entrees that are made with fresh, local ingredients. Regulars recommend the Beef Carpaccio and the crab cakes as a starter, and main dishes like the crusted Ahi tuna and rib eye steak are also good. Don't forget to bring your wine — but if you do, Lucio's has a nice selection. Lucio’s is open Monday through Friday for lunch, and Monday through Saturday for dinner.

Lucio’s
905 Taft Street
Houston, TX 77019
(713) 523-9958
http://www.yelp.com/biz/lucios-byob-and-grill-houston

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The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston: The Heart of the Arts

June 4, 2013 by

The Museum of Fine Arts is the largest cultural institution in the southwest and a flagship center for art and culture in the Houston area for over a century. Check out some of the collections of African sculpture and artistic expressions from around the world. The Bayou Bend collection of art from the 17th through the 19th centuries spearheads a number of personal collections for your enjoyment. Visiting exhibitions can highlight collections from Europe, featuring classic art and modern expressionism. There are also a number of tours and programs for kids, adults, families and groups. The Museum of Fine Arts is open seven days a week.

Museum of Fine Arts Houston
1001 Bissonnet Street
Houston, TX 77005
(713) 639-7300
http://www.yelp.com/biz/museum-of-fine-arts-houston-houston

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Reef: One of Houston’s Top Restaurants

May 28, 2013 by

If you’re looking for expertly-prepared seafood in the Houston area, look no further than Reef. Chef Bryan Caswell is one of the city’s leading culinary lights, growing up in Houston and then traveling the world polishing his skills at top-tier restaurants in New York, Barcelona, Thailand, and more. After returning home, he opened Reef in 2009 to rave reviews, and it’s been smooth sailing since then—he was a James Beard Award Nominee in 2010, and was named a Top 10 Best New Chef by Food & Wine Magazine in 2009. Regulars go crazy over the incredible variety of seafood dishes from all over the world. When you get to your table, you’ll be brought house rolls with tart, spicy jalapeno jam. Standout appetizers include the 3rd Bar Plateau, an amazing tower of raw and salted seafood meant to be shared around the table, as well as the great calamari. As for entrees, pretty much everything on the menu is on the good side of spectacular, with special attention given to the great redfish on the half shell and chorizo stuffed scallops.

Reef
2600 Travis
Houston, TX 77006
(713) 526-8282
www.reefhouston.com

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