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Simplicity and good ingredients. That’s the secret to good food anytime according to Joe Cosniac, owner of the legendary Paesanos in Alamo Heights. I couldn’t agree more! There is a sort of magic that lingers in his kitchen…everything always comes together like clockwork!
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Known for its intimate dining atmosphere, Masraff’s on the boulevard is never one to disappoint! Resident Chef Dominic previews the ‘it’ item of the moment on their menu, the Ono Wahoo.
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Known for its beautiful patio with the relaxing waterfall and its sleek indoor decor (complete with floating fireplace!), Masraff’s on the boulevard always has something enticing. I was an instant fan with their garlic-seared calamari and their pristine white, delicious crab cake.
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Have you ever gone back and revisited any of the restaurants you used to go to as a child…the places you liked as a kid? If not, seize the moment and do it! Now that I’m working in my hometown again, it’s great fun to go back to some of those old time favorites.
Food and wine lovers are gonna love this event! With five of Texas’ best chefs competing, a three-course tasting menu and fifteen wine and food pairings…how can you go wrong?
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Haven is a little piece of heaven in Houston. The food is delicious which should come as no surprise. Chef and owner/partner Randy Evans was previously the chef at Brennan’s. Haven’s patio is truly one of the prettiest I’ve seen. Chef Evans sources local ingredients for his creative fare. This Texas strawberry salad is an example of fresh at its best.
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A big thank you to our viewers who insisted we try Sylvia’s Enchilada Kitchen, a restaurant that serves eighteen different kinds of enchiladas! My first thought was there’s no way this could be good. After my first taste I was convinced—this is awesome!
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Homemade jam is so much easier to make than you would think…and it adds the perfect bit of freshness to brunch. Chef John Armstrong at the Westin La Cantera makes jam with fresh Poteet Strawberries. It’s part of Francesca’s new brunch, which has a wide range of delectable items…starting at about $13!
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Soft Shell Crab is now in season…and one of the best places to sample some is at the Fig Tree on the River Walk. This gem has THE most romantic patio in the city! And the new tasting menu is a great way to experience some fabulous food and wine, at an inexpensive price.
For it’s size, only 62 rooms, this could be one of the most expensive hotels in the world… The beautiful Bardessono boasts a PLATINUM LEDE certification – every aspect of this hotel was constructed to be environmentally friendly, and it is appealing.
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Three of New York’s best Italian culinary stars are the genius behind the city’s new giant Italian marketplace called Eataly. Lidia Bastianich, Joe Bastianich and Mario Batali, who all have fabulous resturants in NYC, are now showcasing the best of Italy in this entertaining emporium modeled after their partner Oscar Farinetti’s emporium in Turin, Italy.
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Yes, Ambrosia could be the nectar of the Gods…especially this delicious version from talented Haven chef and owner Randy Evans.
Easy to see why Haven Restaurant was recently named one of Houston’s Top Ten New Restaurants. Chef/Owner Randy Evans sources the freshest local products and comes up with the most delicious combinations of flavors.
Just about any Saturday morning starting bright and early you can find a Farmers’ Market, but the key to getting the really good stuff is getting there early…until now.
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