Dining Notes Locally-owned Gigi’s Asian Bistro & Dumpling Bar (5085 Westheimer, Galleria II, 713.629.8889)is a refreshing alternative for a dining option at the Galleria. We more than two occasions, we’ve enjoyed the perfectly fried clamari with three sauces, our favorite a spicy mayonnaise; and the green chili curry….The Grove (1611 Lamar, 713.337.7314, www.thegrovehouston.com)?is a beautifully [...]
September 29, 2008
Gigi’s, The Grove, Tiny Boxwoods, Brasserie Max & Julie
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August 20, 2008
Think5 Bar, Cornbread Gospels, Food Snob’s Dictionary
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High Five for Think 5 Those concerned about getting five servings of fruit and vegetables a day will find it easier than ever. Thinkproducts has launched their think5 bar made of fruit (2 cups) and vegetables (3 cups) packed into an easy to eat bar under 300 calories. Wow. The veggies and fruits have been [...]
July 8, 2008
Grilled Wisconsin Fontina Sandwich
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Can’t Beat a Good Grilled Cheese I admit it. A good homemade grilled cheese is one of my favorite fast, comfort food options, especially when it is made with a good sharp cheddar and amply buttered slices. A few tips for the perfect grilled cheese: ->Use real butter and butter the bread not the pan. [...]
June 29, 2008
Honey Garlic Vinaigrette
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Honey Garlic Vinaigrette Print Recipe Type: Salad Dressing Author: National Honey Board Prep Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 5 mins Total Time: 10 mins Serves: 8-10 Ingredients 1/4 cup pure honey 2 Tblsp red or white wine vinegar 1 tsp Dijon mustard 1/4 tsp salt, plus more to taste 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 [...]
June 23, 2008
Springtime Honey-Citrus Lacquered Wild Salmon
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Recipes courtesy the National Honey Board. For more information on cooking with pure honey, visit www.honey.com. Springtime Honey-Citrus Lacquered Wild Salmon Print Recipe Type: entree Author: National Honey Board Prep Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 19 mins Total Time: 29 mins Serves: 6 Ingredients 6 fillets wild caught salmon (about 2 pounds), pin bones removed [...]
June 13, 2008
Yangarra Estate Vineyards 2005 McLaren Vale
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A Sure-Bet Shiraz Here’s an Aussie wine we enjoyed recently–Yangarra Estate Vineyards 2005 McLaren Vale Shiraz. Not overly fruity, this wine is delightfully spicy and full, with a medium finish. $24.
May 29, 2008
Honey Mustard Vinaigrette
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Honey Mustard Vinaigrette Print Recipe Type: salad dressing Author: National Honey Board Prep Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 5 mins Total Time: 10 mins Serves: 8-10 Ingredients 1/4 cup pure honey 2 Tblsp red or white wine vinegar 2 Tblsp Dijonmustard 1/4 tsp salt, plus more to taste 1/2 cupextra-virgin olive oil Pepper, to taste [...]
May 10, 2008
Here’s to Honey
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With its mild flavor, honey is a nice additition to a vinaigrette to round out the flavors. But here’s another reason to add it to your homemade dressing: a bit of honey provides just the right amount of body so the dressing clings lightly to whatever it is drizzled over. The honey also acts as [...]
May 7, 2008
The Whirley-Pop
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My family has been living without a microwave for over 6 months now. Admittedly, the only thing I miss it for is reheating leftovers for lunch, steaming broccoli and making popcorn.So I had been eyeing a stovetop popcorn popper for a while, and on a recent trip to Bed, Bath and Beyond my impulses got [...]
April 29, 2008
Dolce Vita, Rioja
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Dolce Vita I could not stop talking about the pizza at Dolce Vita after a recent visit. The tallegio pie blended the eponymous Italian cheese, pears, baby arugula and truffle oil on a perfectly crisp crust. What a great blending of flavors ? this is why we go out to eat, to experience the creative, [...]
