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Guru Kitchen: A Healthier Burger Spot in Sugar Land

June 16, 2015 by

A guru is someone who teaches a skill or trade, and at Guru Kitchen, the talented chefs aim to teach Sugar Land residents a thing or two about burgers and crepes. The stylish interior features white brick walls and modern furnishings, and you can even draw on the tables with chalk while you wait for your food to arrive.

The restaurant’s philosophy is that decadent foods don’t have to be unhealthy, so the team incorporates only the highest quality ingredients in each dish. The burgers are shaped from hard-to-find Japanese Akaushi beef that offers numerous health benefits and the lowest cholesterol content of almost any meat, while the crepes are full of fiber and loaded with veggies and fruits. Guru Kitchen also offers hearty salads, appetizers like chicken skewers and crab cakes, and salty chips crafted from low-carb beets.

Guru Kitchen is open 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mondays and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays. Sunday hours are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Guru Kitchen
2268 Texas Drive
Sugar Land, TX 77479
(281) 313-0026
www.gurukitchen.com
www.yelp.com/biz/guru-burgers-and-crepes-sugar-land

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Wen Chic Salon and Spa: Book a Day of Pampering at This Organic Salon

June 9, 2015 by

An Aveda Concept salon, Wen Chic Salon and Spa relies on organic Aveda beauty products infused with all-natural essential oils and botanicals. The salon is very clean and modern, with glossy black and white furnishings, floor-to-ceiling mirrors, and luxurious crystal light fixtures that create a truly relaxing experience.

The stylists are trained at the Aveda Institute and other impressive schools around the world, and many are experienced with Aveda’s signature color techniques, as well. Regulars remark that Wen Chic is especially skilled at cutting and styling thick or unruly hair, which requires different treatment than other hair types. In addition to hair services, the spa portion of the salon offers facials, airbrush tanning, massage therapy treatments, and spa packages that allow guests to experience a full day of relaxation.

Wen Chic Salon and Spa is open 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. weekdays and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturdays. The salon is closed on Sundays.

Wen Chic Salon and Spa
6920 S. Fry Road
Katy, TX 77494
(281) 395-8600
www.wenchicsalonandspa.com
www.yelp.com/biz/wen-chic-salon-and-spa-katy

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How to Incorporate Antiques Into Modern Decor

June 2, 2015 by

You love the look of antiques, but you don’t want your home to look stuffy or stodgy. It can be difficult to create a balance between new and old items in your decor, but these simple tips from the pros will show you exactly how to incorporate antiques into an otherwise modern space.

  • Pick the right items. Instead of buying something at an antique store just because you like it, consider whether or not you can actually use it in your home. A large antique bicycle is probably not the best choice in an apartment, but an antique mirror certainly is.
  • Don’t spend too much. Browse thrift stores and yard sales to find low prices on hidden gems instead of making an impulse purchase at an overpriced antique store. That way, you’ll feel good about saving money on something that you really need.
  • Choose furniture. Antique furniture is a great investment because it’s often higher quality than modern pieces from big box stores. Things like dressers, credenzas, and desks are all great options that will stand the test of time.
  • Be sure to contrast. If you’re worried about your antiques making your home look dated, spread them out and use modern elements in between as contrast. Place a vintage coffee table near a modern sofa, or hang an antique frame in an updated bathroom.

Add Antique Accents To Your Modern Home Décor [The Accent Wall]
How To Mix and Match Antique Furniture In Modern Spaces [Build Direct]
Can You Mix Antique Furniture with Modern Furniture? [Savvy Examiner]

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Reform Pilates and Fitness: Reform Your Body and Mind

May 26, 2015 by

Reform Pilates and Fitness takes the concept of "reform" very seriously. So seriously, in fact, that there's a huge lighted sign saying "reform" hanging from this Katy studio's ceiling, and one of the studio's core principles is that "reform is about redefining your mind and body through fun and challenging workouts in a supportive and positive atmosphere." In other words, this is a happy, welcoming gym where you'll feel comfortable and supported, whether you're an expert or a beginner, and no matter what your current fitness level is!

You'll find lots of different classes at this gym, too. Pilates workouts focus on core strength and flexibility, while booty barre classes use dance-influenced techniques to tone, define, and chisel the whole body (and you definitely don't need any previous dance experience). Ugi ball classes will have you balancing your body on a squishy ball for a fun and challenging workout.

Reform Pilates and Fitness
3750 S. Mason Road
Katy, TX 77450
(832) 441-4622
www.reformpilateskaty.com
www.yelp.com/biz/reform-pilates-and-fitness-katy

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Happy Memorial Day!

May 25, 2015 by

Wishing everyone a happy Memorial Day as we remember the many heroes who have served our country.

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Beijing Ranch Chinese Restaurant: Traditional Chinese Food Perfect for Takeout Night

May 19, 2015 by

With its rustic, exposed brick walls, traditional Chinese wall hangings, and ornate wooden tables, Beijing Ranch Chinese Restaurant is much more stylish than your typical Chinese buffet restaurant. The restaurant serves authentic Chinese dishes prepared in the traditional style, and while it does not offer a lunch buffet, there are unique chef’s lunch specials every weekday.

Beijing Ranch’s regular menu includes hot soups and favorite appetizers like steamed dumplings and egg rolls, as well as rice and noodle bowls with savory seasoned sauces. Meat and tofu dishes like General Tso’s chicken, Kung Pao shrimp, and many others come with vegetables and an optional rice side. The dining room is small, but Beijing Ranch offers takeout on all of its menu items for those who prefer to take their food to go.

Beijing Ranch Chinese Restaurant is open 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sundays through Thursdays and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays.

Beijing Ranch Chinese Restaurant
1251 Pin Oak Road
Katy, TX 77494
(832) 437-7002
www.beijingranch.com
www.yelp.com/biz/beijing-ranch-chinese-restaurant-katy

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Dance the Night Away at Babaloo International Cafe & Bar

May 12, 2015 by

One Yelp reviewer enthusiastically reports that Katy's Babaloo International Cafe & Bar has a "nice atmosphere, good service, and lots of dancing going on," and that's pretty much the sentiment of most Babaloo regulars. This unique bar, eatery, and dance floor offers the best of all worlds: You can eat and drink, then dance it all off until you're ready for round two.

The tapas-style food menu is appropriately geared towards late-night nibbling and sharing, featuring lots of tasty finger foods like beef sliders, bacon wrapped scallops, egg rolls, and nacho potato skins. Babaloo's drink menu has a solid wine and cocktail selection with a particular emphasis on Latin-style mixed drinks and bottle service for those who wish to make the evening a VIP experience. And depending on the night, you might shimmy around the dance floor to a live Latin band, a hip hop DJ, or all the top 40 hits you love!

Babaloo International Cafe & Bar
22756 Westheimer Parkway
Katy, TX 77450
(281) 391-4167
www.babaloocafe.net
www.yelp.com/biz/babaloo-international-cafe-and-bar-katy

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Happy Mother’s Day!

May 10, 2015 by

Happy Mother's Day! How are you planning to celebrate mom today?

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How to Add Organic Touch to Your Home’s Decor

May 5, 2015 by

Going organic doesn’t end at the grocery store. In fact, there are a number of different ways that you can incorporate organic elements throughout your entire home. Here are just a few great ways to add a natural touch to the decor in your living space.

  • Create a nature-inspired vignette. If you admire something beautiful on your morning walk, such as a unique branch or a particularly interesting stone, add it to a stack of books on a tabletop to create a flawless vignette.
  • Create stone hot pads. Glue smooth, flat stones to the surface of simple kitchen hot pads to keep your countertops protected from hot pots and pans.
  • Choose natural rugs. Soft, organic materials like jute and hemp look beautiful when woven into a rug, and they’re much friendlier on the environment than synthetic versions.
  • Create organic centerpieces. The next time you host a dinner party, fill a ceramic vase with foraged tree branches or add pine cones to a clear bowl for a unique centerpiece inspired by the outdoors.
  • Change up your drapes. One of the simplest ways to bring the outdoors in is by allowing as much natural light as possible into your home. Switch out heavy drapes with soft, sheer panels to maximize the light.

Decorating with Natural Elements [Better Homes & Gardens]
10 Simple Ways to Bring the Outdoors Inside [Freshome]
Decorating with Natural Elements from Natural Kitchen and Home [Pinterest]

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China Cottage: Your New Favorite Take-Out Spot in Katy

April 28, 2015 by

Since opening in 2007, China Cottage has been serving a blend of Chinese regional cuisines to happy Katy customers. The restaurant does a brisk lunch business, and its lunch specials are a very good deal, combining an entree dish with rice, crab rangoon, and your choice of soup. Dinner at China Cottage is a more relaxed affair, but not because there are fewer customers; diners just have more time to linger over their meals after the workday is finished. Large portions and reasonable prices mean that it can be easy to over-order and end up with lots of leftovers, but that's not a problem when the food is this good.

The dining room is bright and open, while the service is fast, friendly, and attentive, so dining in is always a pleasure. But sometimes you just need to eat your Chinese food while sitting on your own couch watching a movie. If it's one of those days, China Cottage's take-out service is the answer.

China Cottage
637 South Mason Road
Katy, TX 77450
(281) 492-7832
www.china-cottage.com
www.yelp.com/biz/china-cottage-katy

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