Wishing everyone a safe and happy holiday as we honor our nation's heroes.
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What to Eat at Minute Maid Park
May 21, 2013 by
Seeing a game of baseball at Minute Maid Park is a whole different experience than watching the Astros play on TV. One of the best parts of going to the park is getting to try all the different food. If you get hungry while watching the game, Minute Maid Park has a lot to choose from. Taste gourmet American classics at Little Bigs with homemade burgers and pork sliders. Delicious Tex-Mex favorites are being served at El Real. Astros Sizzling Grille and Dining Car Grille are serving favorites like hot dogs, burgers, and chili cheese fries. If you're looking for a healthy meal head over to Green Fork for a salad. Of course ice cream stands, cotton candy stands, and beverage stands are located throughout the park as well.
Minute Maid Park
501 Crawford
Houston, TX 77002
(713) 259-8000
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Ruggles Green: Good Food, Good For You
May 14, 2013 by
Ruggles Green is a casual place where you can always find good food that's good for you. Come in and take a seat – there’s no ceremony here. You’re not going to find any waiters – just step up to the counter. The menu items use local organic ingredients from 17 different area farms, so you know it’s fresh. All the meats are hormone and steroid free, and all of the desserts use natural, organic sweeteners. Also, those eating gluten free will find lots of great options. There’s even a selection of organic wines!
Ruggles Green
2311 W Alabama St
Houston, TX 77098
(713) 533-0777
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Happy Mother’s Day!
May 12, 2013 by
Wishing all moms a wonderful day filled with much love and happiness!
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Cockrell Butterfly Center: A Butterfly Habitat in Houston
May 9, 2013 by
Butterflies are beautiful, but also perform a vital function in nature. And you can learn all about them at Houston's Cockrell Butterfly Center. As part of the Houston Museum of Natural Science, the Cockrell Butterfly Center is a great experience for the whole family. First, you will get to walk right in the Rain Forests Conservancy, a large butterfly habitat surrounded by winged creatures that might just land on you! In the Brown Hall of Entomology, you’ll learn about insects by checking out lots of specimens and models. You’ll even get a close look at Houston’s largest cockroaches! On the lower level, you’ll get to see what an entomologist’s lab looks like. The Cockrell Butterfly Center is an affordable tour, and groups are also welcome.
Cockrell Butterfly Center
5555 Herman Park Drive
Houston, TX 77030
(713) 639-4629
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Our new Facebook Sweepstakes has started! Enter to Win an iPad mini!
May 6, 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 June 30th, 2013. For mobile users ONLY, like our Facebook Page, and then click here to enter http://respage.com/facebook-sweepstakes-form.html.
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Houston Museum of Natural Science: A Place of Fun & Learning
April 23, 2013 by
Enjoy and learn about the beauty of the natural world at the Houston Museum of Natural Science. Located in the Museum District directly across from the Mary Gibbs and Jesse H. Jones Reflecting Pool, the Museum of Natural Science is for kid, adults and families. The main goal of the museum is to educate everyone about the natural sciences, be it through the exhibits of dinosaurs in the Morian Hall of Paleontology, the beautiful specimens in the Cullen Hall of Gems and Minerals, or other amazing exhibits. Come to Energy Hall and learn about fossil fuels. Check out examples of African wildlife and go to the Farish Hall to learn even more about the wildlife of Texas. There’s so much to see and learn about, that you’ll just have to come back!
Houston Museum of Natural Science
5555 Hermann Park Dr
Houston, TX 77030
(713) 639-4629
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Vinoteca Poscol: Good Wine, Good Food
April 17, 2013 by
Vinoteca Poscol is the place to go for classic Italian food, complemented by a great selection of wines. Located near Cherryhurst Park, Vinoteca Poscol is actually named after the chef’s hometown street. When you come in, you’ll like the subdued décor and quiet ambiance. Folks rave about the service, too. The chef makes all of his “small plates” with specific wines in mind, so ask your server for recommendations. There’s a great selection of cheese and meat trays, finger sandwiches, flatbreads, pastas and risottos to enjoy and share. What a great place to go for happy hour, dinner or a late night bite!
Vinoteca Poscol is open Tuesday through Sunday.
Vinoteca Poscol
1609 Westheimer
Houston, TX 77006
(713) 529-2797
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Enchanted Dining at Baba Yega
April 10, 2013 by
How can a restaurant named after a witch be so divine? In its 35th year, Baba Yega continues to entice and delight diners. Charm begins even before you taste your first bite. A converted home, this place offers cozy rooms and compelling verandas, gardens, a koi pond, and a waterfall. Baba Yega serves lunch and dinner seven days a week, and is an absolute Sunday brunch fantasy.
Vegetarians, behold! The Black Bean Burger, Vegetarian Meatloaf, and Sunshine Basil Sandwich are created in your image—and there are many more choices for contemplation. For others, the Smoked Turkey and Brie sandwich is extraordinarily popular. Folks rave about the club sandwich and Chicken & Basil Pasta Salad. Good luck choosing between the fries and the potato salad; both are signature quality. The artichoke/spinach dip and the fresh fruit are marvelous touches. Enjoy your Sunday morning mimosas.
Baba Yega Restaurant
2607 Grant Street
Houston, TX 77006
(713) 522-0042
www.babayega.com
Houston Arboretum and Nature Center: Wilderness in the City
April 2, 2013 by
Take a trip to the country without leaving the city at the Houston Arboretum and Nature Center. This wooded piece of land is a respite from the busy day to day life of Houston’s major metropolitan area. Five miles of trails wind through woods, fields, and wetlands and offer the opportunity to spot local wildlife in its natural habitat. The Nature Center is home to rotating and permanent exhibits focusing on nature and conservation and educational events for kids and adults are held on a regular basis. The Arboretum is also available to rent for events from kids’ birthday parties to weddings, and has event planners and caterers on staff to take care of every detail.
Houston Arboretum and Nature Center
4501 Woodway Drive
Houston, TX 77024
(713) 681-8433
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