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Fat Bao: Home to Steamed Dumplings and Avocado Fries

March 15, 2016 by

Bulgogi might sound foreign to you, but in the Korean language, it's a fairly common term. It refers to a Korean style of grilled ribeye beef. You can try some at Fat Bao in Sugar Land, where chefs stuff the beef inside steamed Chinese dumplings known as bao.

The bulgogi bao also comes with kimchi, another Korean-born food, and green onions. For something more familiar, order the Crab Daddy dumpling; it's a customer favorite that comes packed with soft shell crab, Asian slaw, and spicy mayo. Pork belly, fried chicken, roasted duck, salmon, and tofu are among your other options for bao fillings. On the side, get a frosty beer (customers note that Fat Bao boats a good selection) or one of the other signature dishes, such as FAT fries. They're sprinkled with onions, cilantro, and either bulgogi or pork belly, and then served with "kimcheenaise" dip. The avocado chips pose a slightly healthier option, since they're simply slices of avocado breaded in panko.

Fat Bao
3355 S. Highway 6
Sugar Land, TX 77478
(218) 313-0697
www.fatbaohouston.com
www.yelp.com/biz/fat-bao-sugar-land-2

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Eddie V’s: High End Seafood in Houston

February 16, 2016 by

The expert chefs at Eddie V’s Prime Seafood work hard to make sure every dish delights. Executed with meticulous expertise, Eddie V’s gourmet dishes are elaborate in their presentation, yet simple enough to keep the spotlight on the freshness and flavor of the seafood.

Guests may begin their meal with a selection of raw, ice-cold shellfish dishes, like market fresh oysters or yellowtail sashimi, or appetizers including Maine lobster tacos and decadent steak and lobster tartare. Their signature main plates often change, but current selections include a Pacific swordfish, broiled with fresh lump crab and a Chilean sea bass, steamed “Hong Kong style” with a light soy broth. If you’re more interested than turf than surf, Eddie V’s also offers an impressive selection of exclusive hand-cut steaks.

Visit Eddie V’s website to view the latest menu or stop into their Houston location Sunday through Thursday from 4 to 11 p.m. or Fridays and Saturdays from 4 p.m. to midnight to experience gourmet, premium seafood done right.

Eddie V’s Prime Seafood
12848 Queensbury Lane
Houston, TX 77024
(832) 200-2380
www.eddiev.com
www.yelp.com/biz/eddie-vs-prime-seafood-houston

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Try the Lobster Pasta at Sweetwater Seafood

February 9, 2016 by

Only the freshest catches make the cut in the kitchen at Sweetwater Seafood. The Sugar Land eatery has a reputation for dishing out seafood that's just been netted—its blog even occasionally post photos of fresh seafood as it enteres the kitchen.

For a smorgasbord of the fresh fish, order the boiled seafood platter. It boasts a feast of crawfish, shrimp, blue crab, cluster snow crab, and king crab leg, plus sausage, corn, and potatoes. The steamed seafood platter promises a similar medley of fresh fare, including Gulf shrimp, snow crab, and lobster tail. You can't go wrong with either of the combos, but regulars highly recommend the lobster pasta. It features an entire lobster served over pasta with crawfish tails, shrimp, and crab meat, all doused with a blend of Creole white sauce and Sweetwater Sauce.

Sweetwater Seafood
16525 Lexington Boulevard
Sugar Land, TX 77479
(832) 999-4339
www.sweetwaterseafoodsugarlandtx.com
www.yelp.com/biz/sweetwater-seafood-sugar-land

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Nirvana Indian Restaurant: Hearty Northern Indian Cuisine

January 19, 2016 by

Nirvana Indian Restaurant specializes in cuisine from Northern India, meaning it's dishes are hearty, creamy, and rich. Regulars recommend visiting Nirvana on an empty stomach so you can enjoy as much of it as possible.

The palak paneer, which is curried spinach with homemade cheese eaten over rice, is outstanding, according to frequent guests. The chicken tikka masala is another popular dish. Regulars enjoy the soft, pillowy naan, particularly the garlic naan.

If you want to try a variety of dishes, you can opt for the buffet, which is offered for both lunch and dinner. It includes more than a dozen warm selections, a salad bar, and a dessert bar. Guests who eat from the buffet say that their service is still top-notch, with servers refilling water and ensuring diners are happy.

Visit Nirvana's website to learn more about this Indian restaurant in Houston.

Nirvana Indian Restaurant
14543 Memorial Drive
Houston, TX 77079
www.nirvanahouston.com
www.yelp.com/biz/nirvana-houston

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Z&T Chinese Cafe: Savor Authentic Chinese Fare

January 12, 2016 by

Fiery General Tso's chicken. Tender eggplant tossed with chicken and shrimp. Hunan beef infused with heat. These are just three of the signature dishes at Z&T Chinese Cafe, a recently unveiled restaurant in Katy known for its fresh Asian food, efficient service, and simple, clean design.

The menu is divided into chicken, beef, shrimp, and veggie dishes, plus a few other categories, so pick your meal based on your chosen protein. Savor tender chicken in dishes like the sweet-and-our chicken, the chicken with broccoli, or the cashew nut chicken. When it comes to red meat, there's beef with garlic sauce, pepper steak with onion, and jalapeno beef. You can also indulge in some shrimp with lobster sauce or crispy shrimp with walnut. Almost all of the dishes come with a side of rice, making each meal hearty enough to fill you up at dinner.

Z&T Chinese Cafe
3030 Falcon Landing Boulevard
Katy, TX 77494
(281) 394-4511
www.yelp.com/biz/z-and-t-chinese-cafe-katy

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Little V Vietnamese Bistro: Start with the Spring Rolls

December 29, 2015 by

Jumbo lump crab meat, rice noodles, peanut-roasted shallots, mango, and lettuce mingle inside of crispy rolls of rice paper, all drizzled with fish sauce. These are the Little V spring rolls, a steadfast favorite at the Little V Vietnamese Bistro. You can also choose your own meat and order the classic spring rolls, which come ith pork, chicken, shrimp, or tofu. Or you can skip appetizers all together and get to the main event: dinner.

The shaking beef wok is a house specialty, an entree of beef tenderloin over steamed jasmine rice. For something with more heat, try the spicy lemongrass tofu, chicken, or beef over rice. There's also the decadent roasted duck with a side of fresh fruit and rice. Vermicelli bowls, curry, and, of course, noodle soups round out the menu at Little V Vietnamese Bistro in Katy.

Little V Vietnamese Bistro
4031 FM 1463
Katy, TX 77494
(281) 394-9888
www.littlevbistro.com
www.yelp.com/biz/little-v-vietnamese-bistro-katy

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Don’t Miss the Beef Fajitas at Jimmy Changas

December 22, 2015 by

Jimmy Changas may be known for its Tex-Mex first and foremost, but local parents and grandparents appreciate it for another reason: Jimmy's Jungle. The covered, tropical playground features tons of bamboo and ample playthings (slide included) to keep your little ones entertained while the adults finish up dinner.

And finishing dinner may take a while, because you're going to want to savor every bite of your meal. That's especially true if you order the popular Rio Grande, a plate of beef fajitas tossed with grilled onions, plus a cheese enchilada, a beef taco with freshly whipped guac, and queso for dressing any of the above. You can also dig into a set of fish tacos stuffed with grilled tilapia and mango relish, the signature nine-layer Mexican lasagna with beef and chili, or the avocado stuffed with meat and cheese.

Jimmy Changas
300 Westgreen Boulevard
Katy, TX 77450
(832) 321-5927
freshmexfun.com
www.yelp.com/biz/jimmy-changas-katy

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Dig Into a Locally Sourced Brunch at Dish Society

November 24, 2015 by

Dish Society's staff can point directly to most of the sources of its fresh, colorful food, and you will probably recognize some of the names. There's Atkinson Farms in Spring, Sustainable Harvesters in Houston, and No Label Brewing Co. right in Katy. Those are just a handful of the eclectic cast that provides everything from fresh bread to fresh beer for Dish Society—you can see the full list here.

The eatery reinvents the classic diner with these locally sourced, sometimes organic and sustainable ingredients. That much is obvious from one look at its popular brunch menu, which includes customer favorites like the pork belly hash. It features Texas-bred pork with skillet potatoes and two free-range eggs served sunny side up, plus avocado-laced Hollandaise sauce. Customers also like the Nutella French toast and anything that comes with the rosemary sweet potato. Lunch, dinner, and happy hour are on the schedule at Dish Society, too.

Dish Society
23501 Cinco Ranch Boulevard
Katy, TX 77494
(281) 394-7555
www.dishsociety.com
www.yelp.com/biz/dish-society-katy-2

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Taste the Difference Akaushi Beef Makes at Guru Burgers & Crepes

October 27, 2015 by

There are not many places you’ll find Akaushi beef other than Japan, but Guru Burgers & Crepes is one of those exclusive places. According to the restaurant, the only place outside of Japan you’ll find the Akaushi breed is Texas. The “superior quality” beef is one of the lowest cholesterol meats sold in the U.S., and Guru Burgers & Crepes uses it in their all-natural burgers, which come with a branded bun. Along with their three- to twelve-ounce burgers, the restaurant serves sweet and savory crepes that come stuffed with unexpected ingredients like fresh salmon, roasted banana puree, sun-dried tomato, or mango coconut sauce.

The restaurant makes everything from scratch and uses local and organic ingredients whenever possible. You can enjoy your local, organic meal with a glass of wine or seasonal draft. You can even take your beer home, because all of Guru’s beer is available to go!

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

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Tsukiji Fusion Sushi: Trade In Your Fork for a Pair of Chopsticks

September 29, 2015 by

If you’re in the mood for Japanese cuisine for tonight’s dinner, Tsukiji Fusion Sushi is a great dinner option. This popular Katy sushi spot has a thoughtful, artistic decor complete with dim lighting, a sleek sushi bar, and colorful fish tanks along the walls.

The food is just as artistic, from the colorful sushi rolls to the decorative garnishes that decorate each plate. You’ll find classics like California rolls and spicy tuna, as well as more inventive maki that are signature to Tsukiji Fusion. In addition to sushi, this stylish eatery offers tuna tartare and fried rice dishes, as well as combination platters and sushi boats that the whole table can share. Add a glass of wine or an exotic Japanese beer to your order and you’ll enjoy a true taste of Japan without leaving Katy.

Tsukiji Fusion Sushi is open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 11:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sundays.

Tsukiji Fusion Sushi
24449 Katy Freeway
Katy, TX 77494
(281) 769-9038
www.tsukijifusionsushi.com

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