Cool Runnings Jamaican Grill offers its clientele a refreshing and delightful selection of West Indian cuisine. My family chose this restaurant for its authentic flavor and atmosphere. On this particular Saturday afternoon, the restaurant had a continual stream of customers with no wait for seating. The main dining area is decorated casually and the...
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If you are in the mood for sushi with a twist and turn, then let me just say “Sushi Choochoo”, located at 12149 FM 1960 Road- Houston, Texas. The main dining area is a very contemporary casual setting where entrées are placed on conveyor belts. The entrées are displayed in front of the patrons...
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If you are in the mood for a wonderful Tex-Mex food experience, then Lupe Tortilla Restaurant is your place. I recently visited the restaurant located at 9313-A I-10 and Echo Lane. It was Friday around 7pm when we walked. Although the restaurant was busy,we were seated quickly. The tables seemed to be rather close...
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Many of our readers are probably wondering, “why do a review on Starbucks?” I have pondered on the idea for several weeks. To be perfectly honest, I am just fascinated with the Founder, Chairperson and CEO Howard Schultz. This businessman has taken different facets of his life and turned his dream into a 10...
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The Original Marini’s Empanada Houston 10001 Westheimer #2570 (713) 266-2729 Tucked in a quiet little corner of the Carillon shopping center, this family owned and operated business is easy to miss. As a hidden treasure, this little place packs a punch. One stop in and you’re hooked! With over 25 mouthwatering meat, cheese, and vegetable...
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Soma Sushi 4820 Washington Ave. Ste A 713-861-2726 Inside of this ultra-modern and trendy establishment, you will find some of the best sushi in town. This place fits right in with a new revamped look of Washington Avenue including exposed brick walls, lighted pillars that change colors, and fashionable décor. You will find that...
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Chinese New Year is the longest and most important celebration in the Chinese calendar. The Chinese year 4708 or “The Year of the Tiger” begins on February 14. This celebration, also known as the “Spring Festival,” falls on a different date each year ranging from late January to mid-February and is usually on the...
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Mardi Gras, also known as “Fat Tuesday,” is a pre-Lenten festival celebrated in Roman Catholic countries and communities around the world. The first American Mardi Gras was fêted near modern-day New Orleans on March 3, 1699. This festival is held immediately before Ash Wednesday and the start of the fast of Lent. It signifies...
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Paulie’s 1834 Westheimer Rd. 713-807-7271 This neighborhood Montrose corner joint serves up some of the best “updated Italian classics,” as owner Bernard Petronella said and I agree! Vegetarians have a wide variety of dishes to pick from including: pastas, dinner entrees, salads, sandwiches, Panini’s and pizzas. The portions are large, the ingredients are fresh,...
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