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Somethin’ Sweet: Cupcakes and More in Deer Park, Texas
December 11, 2014 by
Give yourself a treat at Somethin’ Sweet. If you love cupcakes—and who doesn’t?—you might just adore this tasty little Deer Park bakery.
Relying on premium ingredients such as fresh fruit and butter, cupcakes at Somethin' Sweet are offered in flavors that span traditional to unusual. The classic red velvet, for example, delivers the beloved cake's expected chocolate-y richness and cream cheese frosting, while the pink lemonade cupcake creates an unexpected flavor combo of tart and creamy, thanks to a generous filling of mascarpone within lemon cake.
Full-sized cakes are also on the menu, decorated for your chosen theme for a birthday, wedding, anniversary or other special celebration. If you’re having a special celebration, you can even special order some yummy cupcakes and have them decorated just for you.
Somethin' Sweet is open Mondays through Saturdays.
Somethin' Sweet
4201 Center Street
Deer Park, TX 77536
(281) 476-4441
www.facebook.com/somethinsweetdp
www.yelp.com/biz/somethin-sweet-deer-park
Essential Beauty-Enhancing Products You Already Have at Home
December 4, 2014 by
The next time you want to try a new beauty product, you might want to start by browsing your kitchen cabinets instead of heading to the drugstore. Many common foods and oils can double as creams, scrubs, and skin treatments! Here are a few beneficial beauty products that you likely already own.
- Tea bags. Instead of investing in a pricey eye cream to get rid of those dark circles after a night out, use some tea bags instead. Soak two green tea bags in warm water and lay them on your eyelids. The caffeine will shrink the appearance of blood vessels, while the antioxidants reduce inflammation.
- Oatmeal. Make your own face treatment by using your favorite breakfast oats. Place a handful of whole oats inside of a washcloth and secure it closed with a rubber band. Soak the whole thing in a sink of warm water until the water turns cloudy, and then splash it onto your face. This will create a protective barrier on the skin that seals in moisture and provides anti-inflammatory properties.
- Oranges. Use oranges to get rid of pesky dry patches on the skin. Squeeze half of an orange into a bowl and mix in 1/4 cup of granulated sugar and 1/4 cup of olive oil. Rub the other half of the orange on dry knees or elbows to loosen the dead cells, and then rub on your homemade scrub to slough them away.
Have A Spa Day…At Home! 10 DIY Beauty Treatments! [Seventeen]
Our Favorite All-Natural Home Beauty Treatments [Fitness]
Crazy Beauty Tricks That Really Work [Whole Living]
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Happy Thanksgiving
November 27, 2014 by
We hope everyone has a wonderful day surrounded by family and friends! Happy Thanksgiving everyone!
Slices and Ices: A Crave-Worthy Combination in Webster
November 24, 2014 by
Bring the whole family down to Slices and Ices, where you'll find some of Webster's finest New York-style pizza and sweet Italian ices. Order a classic cheese pie for the table to share, or try one of the gourmet specialty pies with toppings like pulled pork and barbecue sauce or grilled chicken with bacon and ranch. If you're not sure what to order, don't worry. Slices and Ices offers nearly everything by the slice, too. Grab a couple of slices of your favorite pepperoni pizza, or try something new and unusual, like a Buffalo hot wing slice or even a slice of creamy macaroni and cheese pizza.
Don't forget to wash it all down with a sweet Italian ice. Traditional fruit flavors like cherry, lemon, and grape are always popular, but newer flavors like coconut, cappuccino, and bubble gum are also pretty tasty.
Slices and Ices
300 West Bay Area Boulevard
Webster, TX 77598
(832) 932-5747
www.slicesandices.net
www.yelp.com/biz/slices-and-ices-webster
How to Prevent Lost Luggage When Flying
November 20, 2014 by
Just about everyone has been there: You spend hours packing for a trip, get to the airport early to check your bag, and when you get off of the plane, it’s nowhere to be found. When the airport loses your luggage it can ruin your whole vacation, and it can often take weeks to get it back. Follow these smart steps to avoid lost luggage and ensure that your experience at baggage claim is smooth and seamless.
- Arrive early. By checking your bags early, you can almost guarantee that airport employees will spend more time tagging and sorting your bag. Studies show that travelers who arrive with less than 30 minutes to spare are more likely to get separated from their bags.
- Pack a copy of your itinerary. While flimsy luggage tags can easily get torn off in transit, a copy of your itinerary inside of the bag will always stay put. Because airline employees often open delayed bags to check for information, this may help them reunite you with your luggage and prevent it from going missing.
- Add something recognizable to your luggage. Even if the airline keeps your luggage in check, it can be very difficult to tell your suitcase apart from the others at baggage claim. Add a colorful ribbon or a luggage strap to make your bag more recognizable.
Prevent Lost Luggage: 3 Tips [Travel + Leisure]
7 Ways To Prevent Lost Luggage [HuffPost Travel]
7 tips for avoiding lost baggage [Today]
Cullen’s: Fine Dining and Finer Drinking in Houston
November 13, 2014 by
Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion with an elegant dinner out or looking for a classy spot to have a nightcap, Cullen’s is one of the best choices in the La Porte area. This fine dining restaurant is large and stylish, with a spacious dining room boasting a number of artistic fixtures, floor-to-ceiling windows, and comfortable seating arrangements for any size party. The formal ballroom is ideal for hosting large events, while the seven private dining rooms are better suited to smaller get-togethers. Cullen’s also offers a sunny outdoor patio and a live entertainment venue inside.
The menu consists of upscale American fare featuring dry-aged meats and locally sourced produce, and the wine cellar offers 750 international bottles and 113 wines straight from Texas. If you’re looking for unparalleled luxury in Houston, regulars say there might be no better place to find it than Cullen’s.
Make a reservation on Cullen’s convenient website.
Cullen’s
11500 Space Center Boulevard
Houston, Texas 77059
(281) 991-2000
www.cullenshouston.com
www.yelp.com/biz/cullens-houston
The Don’Key Mexican Food: Hoof It Over for Tasty Fajitas
November 6, 2014 by
It may have a silly name, but there’s nothing silly about The Don’Key’s Mexican food. This family-owned Mexican eatery started in 1984, and since then it’s perfected its unique style of Tex-Mex through its almost famous fajitas. The menu also includes delicious dishes like pollo poblano, tortilla soup, enchiladas, and many others. There are also discounted lunch specials on weekdays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. that will help you to break up the work day.
The Don’Key is colorful inside, but its dim lighting creates a fun and relaxing environment for a low-key dinner or for kicking back with a boozy Don’KeyRita. The dining room is filled with tables large enough for four, while the bar area has a few flatscreen televisions perfect for watching the big game.
The Don’Key Mexican Food
5010 Spencer Highway
Pasadena, TX 77505
(281) 487-1253
www.findthedonkey.com
www.yelp.com/biz/donkeys-mexican-food-pasadena
Don’t Forget to Vote!
November 4, 2014 by
Today is Election Day! Make sure you go out and vote today!
Gringo’s Tex Mex: Fresh Fare in La Porte
October 23, 2014 by
A popular area chain restaurant, Gringo's Tex Mex has a location near Plaza at San Jacinto in La Porte that maintains the standard of serving well-regarded Mexican food in a pleasant atmosphere. The menu features both authentic favorites along with some inventive new creations like Southwest Egg Rolls. Other appetizers include Chicken Taquitos, Cantina Nachos with guac, and starters like Tortilla Soup.
Gringo's entree menu features favorites including options like Fish Tacos with cabbage slaw & chipotle mayo, Chile Rellenos with roasted poblano pepper & zesty ranchero salsa, and the El Capitan Fajitas with sautéed shrimp & crawfish. Enchiladas are represented on the menu in a quite a few different styles, including Smoked Pulled Pork with picado relish, and Chicken with sour cream sauce.
Visit Gringo's Tex Mex's website to learn more about this La Porte restaurant!
Gringo's Tex Mex
2631 Underwood Road
La Porte, TX 77571
(281) 470-7424
www.gringostexmex.com
www.yelp.com/biz/gringos-mexican-kitchen-la-porte
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