Today we want to take time to wish all the Dads out there a very happy day! We hope all the Fathers near and far have a great day relaxing with loved ones!
Fun for the Whole Family Awaits at Inflatable Katy
June 10, 2014 by
Inflatable Katy is “Katy’s premier indoor play and party center” that uses only the highest quality inflatables. The 16,500-square-foot facility has three playrooms designed to provide hours of fun for kids and adults alike. There are also free air hockey tables and batting cages, plus mini golf and laser tag. Open play time is held from 9:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays and is $7 per child; reservations are not required.
Visitors have reported that the staff is friendly and accommodating in making playtime fun and birthdays successful. Inflatable Katy is clean, safe, and fun for the kids. Check the website for pricing, FAQs, and more information.
Inflatable Katy
2482 S. Mason Road
Katy, TX 77450
(281) 574-3033
www.inflatablekaty.com
www.yelp.com/biz/inflatable-katy-katy
Any Novice Baker Can Master These Easy Shortbread Cookie Recipes
June 3, 2014 by
Whether you dip it into a steaming cup of tea or serve it as a treat for dessert, rich, buttery shortcake is a classic cookie that just about everyone enjoys. There are a wide variety of ways to make shortbread, and there are even more delicious toppings to bring out that creamy flavor. Here are two of the best shortbread recipes.
Ina Garten’s Shortbread Cookies [The Food Network]
Ina Garten of The Barefoot Contessa offers a traditional shortbread cookie recipe that’s anything but boring. Unsalted butter, vanilla, and sugar combine to create the signature sweet, buttery taste, while a pinch of salt helps to enrich the already delicious flavor. After the cookies are done, Garten recommends drizzling them with semisweet chocolate as a topping.
Scottish Shortbread [Allrecipes]
Prepared just like they used to make it in Scotland, this recipe uses only real, full flavor ingredients to create the beloved cookie. Real butter and brown sugar spare no expense when it comes to taste, and the recipe itself is so simple that just about anyone can make it.
Mary Jo Peckham Park: Experience The Great Outdoors In Katy
May 27, 2014 by
Mary Jo Peckham Park is a beautiful 32-acre park located in Katy. The park features a jogging trail, fishing pond, playground, mini golf, a covered barbecue pavilion (be sure to call to reserve a spot), picnic benches, outdoor restrooms, tennis and basketball courts, and softball and baseball fields. The community center includes a swimming pool, locker rooms, and a gym, complete with all the essential exercise equipment like cardio equipment, weight machines, free weights, and exercise mats.
Like the rest of the park, admission to the gym is free, but you must present a membership card and sign at the front desk before working out. The gym may be free and public, but that doesn’t mean it’s not clean. There are strict sanitary guidelines as well as constant maintenance by the staff and regulars abide by the “culture of clean” rules.
Check the park’s website for hours, rules, layout, and more information.
Mary Jo Peckham Park
5597 Gardenia Lane
Katy, TX 77491
(281) 391-4482
www.pct3.hctx.net/parks/maryjopeckham.aspx
www.onlykaty.com/mary-jo-peckham-park-katy-tx
Happy Memorial Day!
May 26, 2014 by
Wishing everyone a safe and happy holiday as we remember all those heroes who have served our nation.
Order the Crunchy Roll at Sushi Hana Japanese Kitchen
May 20, 2014 by
Sushi Hana Japanese Kitchen is a sushi restaurant located in Katy. The menu is extensive, offering a wide selection of sushi rolls, fresh sashimi, Bento boxes, and more Japanese dishes. The sushi rolls are always fresh, modern, and inventive. If the options overwhelm you, don’t worry: There are photos of the sushi rolls, and the staff is knowledgeable and will answer your questions.
Regulars rave about the Crunchy Roll and Tony Roll. The lunch menu offers several specials, like the two- and three-roll combo. During happy hour, sushi and sashimi are on special. Sushi Hana is always busy, so you might have a few minutes’ wait. Prices are reasonable, and the service is fast and friendly. Take-out is available, and reservations are accepted.
Sushi Hana Japanese Kitchen
1638 S. Mason Road
Katy, TX 77450
(281) 395-8899
www.sushihanakaty.com/
www.yelp.com/biz/sushi-hana-japanese-kitchen-katy
Katy Library: For the Love of Books
May 13, 2014 by
Katy Library doesn’t look bad for a time machine. Part of the Harris County Library system since 1921, the current building has transported locals to other worlds since 1940.
From fiction to history, romance, how-to, and multimedia, the library has the latest bestsellers, last year’s favorites, and everything you need to do your homework or lose yourself on a Sunday afternoon. Know what you want? The helpful staff will find it for you. Want a surprise? Tell them what you like or just wander the stacks and find adventure. Special services include computer classes, computer lab, and proctoring of distance learning exams. Free Wi-Fi is available.
Check the website for hours, events, programs, and more information.
Katy Library
5414 Franz Road
Katy, TX 77493
(281) 391-3509
www.hcpl.net/location/katy-branch-library
cityofkaty.com/our-community/library
Find Great Gifts with These Helpful Guides
May 6, 2014 by
From seasonal holidays to birthdays to wedding showers and baby announcements, there seems to be a never-ending number of gift-giving occasions throughout the year. If you’re running out of ideas of things to buy your friends or family, these unique online gift guides can help!
Men’s Health Best Tech Gifts for Men
For tech fans who seem to have everything, this helpful Best Gifts for Men: Tech edition gift guide is sure to have a few new items to discover. From fast-paced action cameras to great sounding music accessories, this list has a little bit of everything from the tech world.
Etsy’s Gift Ideas
The incredibly popular handmade shopping site compiled lists of the best handmade gifts, all created by the site's store owners! Browse Etsy’s gift lists by item or by taste to find a unique present for anyone on your list!
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Indulge in a Cupcake From Ooh La La Dessert Boutique
April 22, 2014 by
Since 2007, pastry chef Vanessa O’Donnell of Ooh La La Dessert Boutique has been serving fresh, made-from-scratch desserts, like cupcakes, pies, cookies, dessert bars, and French macarons to Katy.
Cupcakes are the specialty here. Everyday flavors include Birthday Cake, Velvet Elvis, The Ultimate Chocolate Cupcake, and Boston Cream Pie. There are also daily cupcake flavors. Throughout the year, Ooh La La introduces new seasonal cupcake flavors, which are only available by custom order. In addition to these sweet treats, there’s also a smoothie shop and coffee bar. A variety of espresso drinks (hot or iced) are offered, along with frappes, hot or frozen cocoa, and the intriguing Party In A Cup.
Regulars report that prices are reasonable for the quality of the desserts. You can pick up your order and you can even drive-through! Check the website for news, pricing, seasonal sweets, and more information.
Ooh La La Dessert Boutique
23920 Westheimer Parkway
Katy, TX 77494
(281) 391- 2253
www.oohlalasweets.com
www.yelp.com/biz/ooh-la-la-dessert-boutique-katy
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