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This Month In HoustonSIGHTS SHOPPING DINING NIGHTLIFE

Texas Renaissance FestivalSaturdays, Sundays and Thanksgiving Friday

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RELIANT CENTERADMISSION $11

$11 each at Market or $10 each at Houston-area Randalls beginning October 27. Half-price admission daily 3 hours prior to closing.

Children under 6 are free.

For ticket information call 713.535.3231www.nutcrackermarket.com

All proceeds benefit Houston Ballet Foundation its Academy and Scholarship programs. Strollers, wagons, rolling bags, rolling carts and pets are not allowed in the Market.

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Saturday, November 14Sunday, November 15

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FeaturesThis Month in Houston exhibits, art, theatre, music, events, sports . .6Attraction & Sights postcard perfect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Kid’s CornerFamily Friendly Fun . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

FeatureFeature Stories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9, 11, 38Shopping & Services • Compras a display of unique excursions 18Food & Drink an array of epicurean delights . . . . . . . . . .32After Dark in the City everything under the sun, once it sets .43

MapsClear Lake • NASA Area • Galveston Island galactical, tropical oasis . .12Rice Village . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16-17Uptown Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24Galleria . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26Concierge/Downtown Map Section . . . . . . . . . . .29Metropolitan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

November 2009

PublisherGuy R. Yount

EditorFaye Desilva

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Greetings:As mayor of the City of Houston, I have the greatestpleasure in welcoming you to our city. Understandably, Ithink Houston is a great city to visit.

You will find a tremendous variety of cultural attractionsand entertainment for children of all ages. Houston boastsnew sports venues, permanent performing arts companies,a museum district second to none, over 300 parks, restau-rants offering cuisines from around the world and muchmore.

Houston is America’s great city of opportunity. We havelarge and small businesses in our diverse economy. Houstonis very much a part of the global economy. We are a centerof transportation, health care, technology development,trade, manufacturing and energy. Houston is diverse inanother way – our people. One in every eight Houstonianswas born in another country. We have no racial or ethnicmajority – and we like it that way. Most importantly, we area welcoming city. And we are glad you are visiting us!

Sincerely,Bill WhiteMayor

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this month in houstonBAYOU BEND COLLECTION. One ofthe nation’s premier collections of Americandecorative arts is housed in the former estateof Miss Ima Hogg, One Wescott St. 713-520-2600.

HOUSTON ARBORETUM &NATURE CENTER. A 155-acre wildlifesanctuary that contains 5-1/2 miles of self-guided trails under a forest canopy, aroundponds and through a swamp of recreatedcoastal prairie. Daily 8:30am-6pm. 4501Woodway Drive. 713-681-8433.*Este refugiosilvestre de 155 acres contiene 5,5 millas de sendasde auto-guía bajo una bóveda forestal, alrededor delas lagunas, y a través de un pantano de llanuracostal recreada. Todos los días

THE MENIL COLLECTION. Works ofart include antiquities, Byzantine andmedieval art, tribal cultures, 20th-Centurypainting and sculpture with particularemphasis on Surrealism.1515 Sul Ross. 713-525-9400. *Las obras de arte incluyen antigüedades, artebizantino y medieval, culturas tribales, pintura y esculturadel siglo XX, con énfasis particular en el Surrealismo.

SAMUEL HOUSTON. View this raredaguerreotype taken by the Meade brothersin 1851. The Museum of Fine Arts, 1001Bissonnet. 713-639-7300. *Vea este raro daguer-rotipo tomado por los hermanos Meade en 1851.

WELCH CHEMISTRY HALL.It’s chemistry made fun! Interactive exhibitslet you learn about everything from thehuman body to how a television can operateunder water. Houston Museum of NaturalScience, One Hermann Circle. 713-639-4600. *¡La química es divertida! Exhibicionesinteractivas que le permiten aprender de todo, desdeel cuerpo humano hasta cómo funciona un televi-sor debajo del agua.

WORTHAM WORLD OF PRIMATES.This rain forest environment recreates themonkey’s natural habitat where visitors canview a jungle in the midst of the city. TheHouston Zoo, Hermann Park, 1513 N.MacGregor. 713-523-5888. *Una selva tropical enmedio de la ciudad recrea el hábitat natural de los monos.

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*Denotes free reserved seats available for covered seatingarea. (Contact Miller Outdoor Theatre for details.) † Denotes captioned performance.

Nov. 1, 8 p.m.*Joan Osborne, the Holmes Brothersand Paul ThornPresented by Miller Outdoor TheatreGrammy-Nominated Joan Osborne per-forms together with gospel blues band TheHolmes Brothers and Mississippi heartlandsinger Paul Thorne in a transformativeevening of pops and blues.

Nov. 3, 11 a.m.Young Audiences of Houston: Pesos andPiñatasPresented by Young Audiences of HoustonPsophonia Dance Company presents a funand entertaining performance based onMexican culture, history and traditions. Frompiñatas, Cinco de Mayo and MexicanIndependence Day to tortillas and tamales,Psophonia explores the many things that thatare a part of the Mexican heritage that is cel-ebrated today.

Nov. 7, 7:30 p.m.*Texas Music Festival featuring TheFabulous Thunderbirds with The GourdsPresented by Miller Outdoor TheatreTexas music rocks in this inaugural concertattraction.

Nov. 10, 11 a.m.Young Audiences of Houston: Taking itto the StreetsPresented by Young Audiences of HoustonThey fly through the air with the greatest ofease. Catch the excitement of Soul Street(formerly Fly Dance Company) as theseenergetic performers demonstrate their var-ied styles and discuss the distinctive featuresand origins of each dance. From Brazil'sCapoiera to New York's break dance and themulti-component forms of hip-hop, audi-ence members learn how these styles devel-oped and evolved.

Nov. 13, 7 p.m.*Kid Pan Alley & Peter Pan-the 1924Silent FilmPresented by Miller Outdoor Theatre andHouston Cinema Arts FestivalMacGregor Elementary School students willperform songs they created in a weeklongKid Pan Alley music residency program.Then, Miller Theatre joins the Houston

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Cinema Arts Festival with a special screeningof "Peter Pan," the original 1924 film con-sidered one of the most beloved film spectac-ulars of the Silent Era. Legendary silent filmaccompanists Donald Sosin and JoannaSeaton and Kid Pan Alley music director PaulReisler perform their own score with vocals,keyboard and percussion.

Nov. 15, 7:30 p.m.*Billy Stritch and the UH JazzOrchestraPresented by Miller Outdoor TheatreAn award-winning composer, arranger,vocalist and jazz pianist of extraordinaryrange and sophistication, Billy Stritchbreathes new life into the Great AmericanSongbook, all the while bringing an easysense of humor and showmanship to his per-formances. Accompanied by the Universityof Houston Jazz Orchestra, he's guaranteed toheat up a cool fall evening.

Nov. 17, 11 a.m.Around the World with Young Audiencesof Houston: Texas Alive with MusicPresented by Young Audiences of HoustonView the sweeping pageantry of Texas histo-ry through music. From early Spanish explo-ration and the first settlement by Americanfrontiersmen to the Battle for Independenceand the Civil War, music has given voice tothe land of Texas. Listen and learn as ParagonBrass traces this epic saga with musical selec-tions relating Texas' journey from coloniza-tion to independent nation to the Lone StarState.

Nov. 18, 8 p.m.*ABBA ManiaPresented by Miller Outdoor TheatreYou’ll be “Having the Time of Your Life”with this exhilarating concert attraction that’ssold-out around the world! Enjoy all themusic that made the group famous in thisoutstanding recreation of their last live con-cert. Join in and enjoy all of your favorites,including: “Mamma Mia,” “Voulez-Vous,”“Dancing Queen,” “Winner Takes it All,”“Super Trooper” and many more.

Nov. 21, 7:30 p.m.*Pablo Mayor and Folklore UrbanoPresented by Miller Outdoor TheatreIt's no exaggeration to say that FolkloreUrbano has redefined modern Colombianmusic. This brilliant 12-piece ensemble har-nesses the danceable swing of traditionalColombian folkloric rhythms while seducingthe listener with the subtleties of jazz orches-tration and harmony.

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Minute Maid ParkVisit remarkable Astros Field with its 242 foot highretractable roof, and a replica of a 19th century locomo-tive that runs along the low roof track on the west sideof the ballpark. The historic Union Station building fea-tures the Astros' flagship retail store and a cafe in thelobby. For daytime walking tours in the off season, call713-259-8000.

Battleship Texas3527 Battleground Rd./281-479-2411The San Jacinto Battle-ground, home of the U.S.S. Texas,veteran of two World Wars, and a dozen campaigns. Tourson-board daily. Visit a museum of Texas history and the570-foot monument to the San Jacinto battle. Open daily10-5pm. •El campo de batalla de San Jacinto, domicilio delU.S.S. Texas, veterano de dos guerras mundiales y una docena decampa§as. Visitas diarias a bordo. Visite un museo de historia deTexas y el monumento de 570 pies a la batalla de San Jacinto.

Contemporary Arts Museum5216 Montrose/713-526-3129Major local and nationally renowned artists’ works, post1945 American art, film, concerts and lectures byexhibiting artists. Open Tue.-Fri., 10am-5pm; Sat.-Sun.12-5pm.

Downtown Houston Tunnel SystemExplore 77 buildings, old and new, in the heart of down-town Houston, and experience the quantity and varietyof restaurants, shops, and services located 20 feet beneaththe streets of the nation's fourth largest city. Openweekdays during business hours. Free. For guided tours

and self-guiding tour publications, call DiscoverHouston Tours at (713) 222-9255

Museum of Fine Arts, Houston1001 Bissonnet/713-526-1361 Fabulous sculpture garden, European and American mas-ters of renown, African and Egyptian artifacts and a col-lection of Remington westerns. Open Tue.-Sat., 10am-5pm; Thurs., 10am-9pm; and Sun., 12:15-6pm.

The Health Museum1515 Hermann Dr./713-521-1515Interactive museum for all ages features: a walk-throughtour of the Amazing Body Pavilion, hands-on scienceclasses in the DeBakey Science Learning Center, filmsand special programs in the McGovern Theater; andinteractive discovery carts. 9am-5pm, Tues.-Sat; Noon-5,Sun; extended free hours on Thurs., 2-5pm. Adm $6;children 4-12, students and senior citizens, $5.

Houston Museum of Natural Science,Wortham Theatre IMAX, Burke BakerPlanetariumHerman Park, 1 Herman Circle Drive/713-639-4600639-IMAX or visit www.hmns.orgThe forth largest attended museum in the country.Visitors can tour state-of-the-art exhibit halls, explorethe universe, stroll through a tropical rainforest filledwith live butterflies and enjoy a large format film adven-ture. Open Mon-Sat 9 a.m.- 5 p.m., Sun 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.General admission tickets to permanent exhibit halls are$9 for adults, $7 children (3-11) and seniors (62+).

Tintos Spanish Restaurant & Wine Bar in River Oaks offers an outstandingmenu of traditional spanish foods for lunch and dinner. Tintos tapas menu offersthe opportunity for diners to share and experience a wide variety of foods.Tinto’s has an extensive wine list and you may purchase wines to go. HappyHour Monday-Friday from 4pm-7pm for 1/2 off on selected wines by the glassand chef selected tapas. Enjoy the outdoor patio that provides the perfect settingto enjoy our delicious Sunday Brunch, served from 11am-3pm. We look forwardto seeing you at Tintos for a true Spanish dining experience.

• Traditional Spanish Cuisine• Happy Hour Mon-Fri 4pm-7pm• Sunday Brunch 11am-3pm

2015 West Gray, Ste. J • 713-522-1330tintosrestaurant.com

HOUSTONThe Natural Science Museum has a lot of stuff. There arepermanent collections of minerals, natural historyexhibits, a planetarium with laser shows and an Imaxtheater, a butterfly habitat, a paleontology exhibit withdinosaurs,and a new chemistry hall. This place is verycrowded, especially on weekends, and you should callin advance for reservations for the Imax, planetariumand butterfly exhibit.

The Cockrell ButterflyCenter at the HoustonMuseum of NaturalScience is a stunning,living exhibit thatshowcases hundreds oflive butterflies in a

naturalistic rainforest setting. The central conservatoryis a dramatic three-story glass cone filled with tropicalplants and exotic butterflies. During a typical visit, onecan expect to see 50 to 60 different species of the world’slargest and most colorful butterfly species, flyingthrough the balmy air, hovering over flowers or sippingfruit juice – and occasionally, landing on visitors!

Downtown Aquarium Sea creatures of every shape andsize are on view at the Downtown Aquarium. TheSunken Temple exhibit reveals the wonders of ancientMayan culture and the underwater world, while ajourney on the Shark Voyage gives you an intimate viewof the ocean's most infamous predators. A great placefor family fun, the aquarium also features outdoorattractions such as the 100-foot Diving Bell FerrisWheel and the Dancing Fountains. Drink and dine atthe Aquarium Restaurant or the Dive Lounge. Andwhile there, make sure to check out the new whitetigers exhibit.

Space Center Houston is the visitor center for NASA'sJohnson Space Center. It's the product of the joint effortsof NASA and DisneyImagineering. Easilythe most popularattraction in theHouston area, there'snothing like it any-where else in theworld. You'll findplenty of exhibits and activities to interest both adultsand children.

Western Dreamin’We know your child’s dreams are as big as the wild west.Whether they're dreaming about ridingand roping on the ranch or racing intofirst place around the barrels,Cavender’s has the hats, belts, boots,jeans and western shirts kids love!With a selection that can't be beat, anda price that won't break your budget,you can't go wrong! Come on inand shop the latest styles that will makeyour little cowboy or cowgirl's dreamscome true.

The Battleship Texas is docked near the San JacintoMonument. The Texas fought in both World Wars, andhas recently been extensively repaired. You can wanderall over the ship, above and below deck.

KEMAHThe Kemah Boardwalk is a hotel and restaurant destina-tion in which also features a small selection of amuse-ment rides. The main attractions of the 35-acre complexare its many restaurants, recreational sailing, and rides.

GALVESTONRailroad Museum, shopping and Victoriana on theStrand, trolley to the ocean side. Rent a bicycle or skatesand cruise along the 10 mile seawall.

Moody Gardens has a 3D IMAX, a white sand beach, anindoor rainforest and beautiful landscaping.

kid’s cornerThere are a lot of familyfriendly activities in

Houston, here are some ofmy favorites.

Colton fromCavender’s Boot City

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We're twice as big and a whole, new Museum! Check out our seven NEW permanent,bilingual exhibits, including: Cyberchase – The Chase IsOn! takes children on a virtual math adventure;FlowWorks explores fluid dynamics; InventionConvention encourages inventing and creative problemsolving; Kidtropolis promotes financial literacy and civicengagement; Matter Factory investigates materials science

and nanotechnology; PowerPlay gets kids active; and TotSpot is a interactive exhibitdesigned for children three years and younger.

The All-New Childrens Museum of Houston!

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The WoodlandsWaterway Marriott Hotel & Convention CenterA meandering waterway within a wooded retreat and at thecenter of it all lies The Marriott Woodlands Waterway Hoteland Convention Center, a unique state of the art facilityoffering a distinct setting for your next visit or meeting.Connected via Skybridge to The Cynthia Woods MitchellPavilion, you are just minutes away from the concert stage. Waterway TaxiA fun way to get around the The Woodlands Town Center. For those who want to have a

relaxing ride, and take in the scenery, they canWater Taxitake a boat tour on a water taxi along the 1.4-mile long TheWoodlands Waterway®. You can board at the designatedstops every 45 to 60 minutes. A general public day pass withunlimited rides on the cruisers and trolleys is $4.00. Ticketscan be purchased when you board the cruiser, and must bepaid with cash. Youth, seniors and the disabled pay half fare.Hours of Operation Monday thru Thursday 11:00 a.m. until

10:00 p.m., Friday & Saturday 11:00 a.m. until 11:00 p.m., Sunday 11:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m.

1601 Lake Robbins DriveThe Woodlands, Texas 77380 USA

Phone: 1-281-367-9797Fax: 1-281-681-5656

Owned and operated by the same Houston family since 1962, Spec's is a true destination shopping expe-rience. 28 stores located all over Houston, the surrounding areas, and Beaumont offer the best selectionsof wines, spirits, beers, liqueurs, cigars, and, in our larger stores, fine gourmet foods.

The Warehouse Store is the crown jewel of the 28-store operation.With over 40,000 labels of wines, spirits, liqueurs, beers, and finerfoods, Spec's indeed fills all 80,000 square feet of selling space.The walk-in cigar humidor offers over 900 cigars--more thanmany tobacconist stores. The deli also offers the finest in delimeats, pates, domestic and imported cheeses, fresh caviar, and acomplete assortment of domestic and imported smoked fish andsalmon.

Spec's also offers:• Wine consultants to answer any questions you may have or to help you find a particular wine• Party Planning services• Custom Gift Baskets or Catalog Gifts available for delivery or pick-up• Gift Registry• Wine Cellar Assessment - If you have a wine cellar, you know it's important to keep it insured at curent

market value. Provide Spec's with a list and they will be happy to help you with current valuation• Savoring Spec's, a quarterly newsletter designed to keep you up to date with news and tidbits about

food, wines, trends, recipes, and special values• Drinks Magazine• Spec's Quarterly Wine Magazine

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BooksBrown Book Shop / Technical1517 San Jacinto @ Leeland713-652-3937 / fax713-652-1911800-423-1825Technical publications, Codes, Standards, MapDirectories and reference materials from mosttechnical Societies and publishers. Mon-Fri: 8:30am-6pm, Thurs 8:30 am-7pm, Sat: 10am-5pm.Our knowledgeable sales staff has wide experienceserving the needs of visitors to Houston.www.brownbookshop.com.

CamerasHouston Camera Exchange5900 Richmond between Chimney Rock andFountainview/713-789-6901The Last Real Camera Store. Serving Houston forover 30 years. Largest Inventory of new & usedcameras in Texas! Turn your camera into cash. Wepay top dollar for clean photo & digital cameras.We stock all new major brands of photo & digitalcameras. Mon-Fri: 10am-7pm, Sat: 10am-6pm.

GalleriesHanson GalleriesUptown Park/713-552-1242Memorial City Mall/713-984-1242Voted the No. 3 retailer in the nation and the firstin Texas awarded a Top Ten spot by NicheMagazine, this beautiful gallery displays a stunningarray of handblown glass, sculptures, Raku, wall artand fountains. Looking for that unique gift?Hanson Galleries have an excellent selection ofjewelry boxes, perfume bottles, Judaica jewelry,miniatures and kaleidoscopes.

Perimeter Gallery2365 E. Rice Blvd. / 713-521-5928A full service Gallery in Rice Village with a vari-ety of choices – Creative Custom Framing,Sculptures, Framed Local and International Art,Etched Glass and more. Also offering Corporateand Personal Art Consultation.www.perimiterart.com.

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JewelersWright Pawn6218 Westheimer / 713-780-2274Established in 1975, and purchased by the Wrightfamily in 1992. We specialize in diamonds, estatejewelry, designer and signed jewelry, fine watches,gold jewelry, broken and scrap gold, sterlingflatware, antiques, crystal, designer handbags, cam-eras, electronics - most anything of value.

Limousine ServiceMerlo’s Charters andLimousine713.742.0774 / 1.866.367.5466Providing the best in luxury transportation for alloccasions, nights out on the town, bachelor(ette)parties or airport transfers. Featuring a well keptfleet of limousines, sedans and mini buses.

Liquor/WineSpec’s Liquor Warehouse2410 Smith St. @ W. Gray /713-526-87878102 Westheimer / 713-780-2573A whole lot more store. The largest selection ofliquor and wines in Houston. Large walk-in cigarhumidor, gourmet foods, upscale deli and crystalglassware. Friendly staff helps make your shoppinga pleasure. Open Mon-Sat 10am-9pm.

LuggageLuggage & Leather5111 Richmond 713-552-9290Family owned and operated since 1981. Ourextensive inventory of name brand merchandiseallows the consumer to choose the quality andprice of merchandise that best fits their lifestyle.

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SalonMICHAELYNDON5250 W. Alabama @ Sage 713-963-9121A Houston institution since 1972. Many famousand infamous celebrities have been through ourdoors. As for making you beautiful, we have someof the top artists in Houston, and therefore theUSA!! They stay on the ‘cutting edge’ by attend-ing the latest training and seminars. Experiencefor yourself our professional staff and the eco-friendly products offered at Michaelyndon.

ShoesBrucettes4920 San Felipe 713.993.0022/800.229.00221520 W. Bay Area Blvd. 713.941.1170“The shoes you want on you”. Brucettes Shoesoffers the largest selection of fashion and designershoes in the Southwest. Carrying sizes from 3 to14, in widths from 5A to EE, Brucettes has every-thing you’re looking for in fine footwear.

Specialty ShopsThe Briar Shoppe2412 Times/713-529-6347Houston’s oldest and largest Cigar & Pipe shop.Fine cigars, Pipes, Tobaccos, Cigarettes, Liquors,Wines & Spirits.

Western WearCavender’s Boot City12 Houston Area Stores800-696-BOOT for the nearest locationWhen visiting Houston take home some real sou-venirs. Houston’s complete western wear outfit-ters, with 12 stores in Houston. Shop on-line atcavenders.com

World Wide Fair TradeTen Thousand Villages2424A Rice Blvd./713-533-1000At Ten Thousand Villages, we work with over 130artisan groups in more than 38 countries inAfrica, Asia and Latin America to bring you fairtrade jewelry, home decor, gifts and more.

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Pradaira, A New Kind ofBrazilian Steak House!

Pradaria is the first and onlyChurrascaria Restaurant that combinesContinuous Sercie Rodizio with South

American Home Style andContemporary A la Carte dishes.

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American / AmericanoHard Rock Cafe502 Texas (Bayou Place)/281-479-7025Enjoy the famous restaurants tasty Rock'n Roll Chili ortake a juicy bite of legendary Hamburger, Chicken, Fish,Salads and Giant Desserts are also on the menu. Don't for-get to bring home a Hard Rock Houston tee-shirt.

Goode’s Armadillo Palace5015 Kirby Drive/713-526-9700A veritable Old West Saloon with a true feel of the late1800’s! A full restaurant and bar with Live Texas Music 5days a week!

Bar & GrillBubba’s Sports Bar & Grill6225 Washington Avenue / Phone: (713) 861-7161Locally owned and operated for more than 24 years in thesame location, Bubba’s Sports Bar & Grill offers a wideselection of grill favorites in a sporty, inviting atmosphere.From breakfast to lunch to dinner, our restaurant onlyoffers the finest food at the best prices. Happy Hour:Monday–Friday 2 p.m.–7 p.m. Live Entertainment, callfor schedule.

Bistro / CafeCafe Express12 Houston LocationsCafe Express' extensive, mouthwatering menu featurestraditional American favorites, each with a uniquegourmet twist. The fast casual experience combines freshhigh-quality food with the convenience of self-service

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that allows you to enjoy a quick lunch or a leisurely glassof wine with dinner. Fresh - Causal - Lunch - Dinner -Happy Hour -ToGo, visit www.cafe-express.com.

Breakfast / DesayunoThe Buffalo Grille3116 Bissonnet (at Buffalo Speedway)/713-661-36631301 Voss (at Woodway)/713-784-3663Voted best breakfast in Houston by the Zagat survey.Texas-sized Pancakes, Pecan Smoked Bacon, legendaryMexican Breakfasts, bottomless cups of serve-yourself cof-fee. Casual atmosphere, heaping portions, moderate prices.Lunch daily. Sun 8am to 2pm;Mon 7am to 2pm; Tues-Fri7am to 9pm; Sat 8am to 9pm.

Casual DiningThe Buffalo Grille3116 Bissonnet (at Buffalo Speedway)/713-661-36631301 Voss (at Woodway)/713-784-3663Enjoy delicious daily lunch & dinner specials in a relaxedcasual atmosphere. Heaping portions, moderate prices andHouston’s best breakfast voted by the Zagat survey. Sun8am to 2pm;Mon 7am to 2pm; Tues-Fri 7am to 9pm; Sat8am to 9pm.

DelicatessenKenny & Ziggy's New York DelicatessenRestaurant2327 Post Oak Blvd. (in the Galleria)/713-871-8883No matter what you order, you'll discover the best delifood west of the Hudson River as well as generous por-tions that will make your eyes pop! Come hungry andenjoy. Open: Mon-Fri 7-9, Sat-Sun 8-9.

Healthy / FitMy Fit Foods(4 locations)Meyerland 4880 Beechnut 713-664-5326 / Kirkwood14092 Memorial Dr 281-556-8616 / Shepherd 2608 S. Shepherd 713-651-1110 / Uptown Park 1151-8 Uptown park Blvd. 832-384-1650 My Fit Foods is dedicated to only quality foods My FitFoods will only serve food that has the following quali-ties - Food that is truly tasty and healthy, Low glycemiccarbohydrates that your body will not store as fat,Properly portioned meals designed to fuel your metabo-lism and burn that fat, Meat that is 90 percent or leaner.Visit one of our four convenient locations. Office andHotel delivery available, call for details.

IndianGourmet India13155 Westheimer @ Eldridge/281/493-5435Gourmet India Restaurant has a flair for the finer intrica-cies of Indian Cuisine. Years of experience and devotionhave come together to bring a treat unique to theHouston area, and create the Passage to Culinary Delight!Open 7 days a week. Lunch from 11am - 2:30pmweekdays, 11am - 3pm weekends. Dinner 5:30 - 10:30pmSunday to Thursday and 5:30 - 11pm on Friday andSaturday.

India's5704 Richmond/713-266-0131Serving superb Indian cuisine for over two decades. Magical creationsof grilled marinated meats and seafood, plus a heavenly variety of bar-becue breads. The rice and vegetable specialties are meals in themselves.Gourmet buffet lunch or á la carte lunch and dinner daily. Catering.

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Italian / Italianoarcodoro ristorante italiano @ bar5000 Westheimer #120/713-621-6888A stunning display of whole fish and antipasta draw youforward as the rustic elegance and Sardinian influences ofthis Northern Italian jewel sweep you away to theMediterranean. Breads and pizza from the wood-firedoven, Tuscan influenced pastas & authentic Sardiniandishes await.

Arturo”s Uptown Italiano1180-1 Uptown Park Blvd. / 713-621-1180This great Italian restaurant by Bill Sadler and ArturoBoada, will charm you with its Tuscan gold hues inter-spersed with limestone walls, a whimsical mural, redbooths, soaring ceilings, soft lighting, romantic music androsewood floors. And thusly charmed, the New ItalianCuisine will sweep you off your feet. Open for lunch from11am M-F and straight through until dinner. Dinner M -W until 10 and Thurs-Sat till 11. The bar stays open untilthe last romantic couple takes their leave.

Mexican / Mexicano1308 Cantina1308 Montrose Blvd./713-807-8996www.eltiempocantina.comA unique Mexican Restaurant that has captured theunforgettable flavors of Hardwood Grilled Seafood andFajitas. Featuring Gourmet Seafoods and other SpecialtyItems such as Veal Sweetbreads, Chilies en Nogada, GrilledSwordfish with Coconut Recado and Margaritas. 1308

Right now, head to Ruth's ChrisSteak House for an exceptionaldining experience, one course attime. It's called Ruth's SummerClassics, a three-course meal for

$39.95. Get a starter, entrée, side dish and dessert, all from anincredible selection of Ruth's Chris favorites. Choose from 4delicious entrees include a 6 oz filet paired with grilled shrimp,the Chef's fresh fish, stuffed chicken breast or sizzling crab cakes.Whatever you're in the moodfor, Ruth's Summer Classics -a "sizzling" three-course mealfor $39.95 will have aselection to match. Availablein participating locations for alimited time.

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Cantina features a relaxing Patio, Sunday Brunch andScenic Views of Montrose, Midtown and DowntownHouston. Complete with Private Dining Areas for Partiesand Business Meetings, conveniently located at 1308Montrose Blvd for you to casually dine… with friends,family or networking with your business associates.

El Tiempo Cantina3130 Richmond Ave. (between Buffalo Speedway andKirby)/713-807-1600 and 5602 Washington Ave. 713-681-3645 www.eltiempocantina.comFirst Rate Mexican fare, specializing in quality meats. Topnotch verde tamal, enchiladas, chili rellenos are tradition-al favorites with sweet finishes such as orange flan,sopapillas and empañadas. Continuous service.

Guadalajara Mexican Bar & GrillWest: 9799 Katy Fwy./713-461-5300, South: 2925Southwest Fwy./713-942-0772, Woodlands: 27885 I-45North/713-362-0774, Downtown: 1201 San Jacinto713-650-0101Houston’s home for fine Mexican food. Settle in at our table andenjoy favorites like marinade fajitas, melt in your mouth enchi-ladas and spicy campeche, or choose from one of many creationsunique to our kitchen. With four convenient locations in theHouston area, you are never too far away from a great meal in anauthentic “Hacienda Style” atmosphere. Whether you have agroup of two or two hundred, our chefs always cook to perfec-tion, and serve you with a fiesta attitude.

Southern / Comida sureñaMagnolia Bar & Grill6000 Richmond Ave. at Fountainview/713-781-6207Great South Louisiana Cooking. Late-night jazz, Fri. & Sat. SundayBuffet brunch at noon. Rhythm and Blues Sunday evenings.

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SpanishTinto’s Spanish Restaurant and Wine Bar2015 W. Gray @ Shepherd / 713-522-1330Tintos offers a wide variety of traditional and modernSpanish tapas that have Cuban and South American influ-ences along with a large selection of Spanish wines as wellas wines from all over the world. Weekends featureFlamenco dancing and live Spanish music. Come join usfor paella, music and great wines (that you can buy andtake home)on our patio.

Steaks & SeafoodDel Frisco’s Double Eagle Steak House5061 Westheimer (in the Galleria) Suite 8060/713.355.2600Del Frisco's is renowned for its luxurious style, prime beef and extensivecellar of more than 1,800 wine selections, offers only the best selection ofmeats and seafood, with prime beef as its headliner. This spectacular13,000-square-foot eatery boasts soaring windows that overlook theswanky Galleria skyline and a second-story mezzanine which features itsown bar.

Jimmy G's307 N. Belt E. near Intercontinental Airport/281-931-7654Fresh Gulf seafood prepared according to Louisiana tradi-tions. Specialties include crawfish ettouffé, fresh snapperand seafood gumbo.

Jimmy Wilson’s Seafood and ChopHouse12109 Westheimer (between Dairy Ashford &Kirkwood)/281-497-1110; 5161 San Felipe(between Sage & Post Oak)/713-960-03333Welcome to Jimmy Wilson’s Seafood and Chop House wheresharing great food with your friends and family is our top pri-ority. It is our pleasure to offer you the finest Creole-Cajundishes, the freshest of fish, as well as steaks and chops.

The Rainbow Lodge2011 Ella Blvd. @ T.C. Jester/713-861-8666http://www.rainbow-lodge.comDine on contemporary regional cuisine in a lovely logcabin setting on an acre of ground. The eclectic menuranges from exotic game, prime beef, impeccably freshseafood & scrumptious desserts. Open Lunch, Dinner andSunday Brunch. Closed Mon.

Ruth’s Chris Steak House6213 Richmond Avenue / 713-789-2333Serving the finest aged, corn-fed USDA Prime beef. Broiled ina trademark 1,800° oven & served sizzling hot at your table.Additionally, the menu includes select fresh seafood & othermeat entrees, including seasonal specialties like foie gras, buffalostrip & scallops. A variety of fresh-cooked vegetables, includingseven kinds of potatoes, salads, homemade desserts & anextensive selection of over 100 domestic & imported wines.

Shula’s Steak House1200 Louisiana (in the Hyatt Regency)713-375-4777Shula's Steak House, themed after Don Shula and the 1972Miami Dolphins serves "The SHULA CUT®," Premium BlackAngus Beef which is the Best Beef Money Can Buy. We inviteyou to join us for an unforgettable experience. Our steak selec-tions are presented on hand painted Wilson Footballs and pre-sented table side so you can see what you are ordering. Whatother steak house does that? Whether you're looking for a venuefor an intimate occasion, or for a location to have a private party,Shula's will make you a Raving Fan.

The Capitol Grille5365 Westheimer/713-623-4600Our impressive menu of nationally renowned dry agedsteaks and the freshest of seafood will ignite your culinaryimagination as our award-winning wine list of more than5,000 bottles awakens your inner sommelier. Experiencefirsthand why the American Culinary Federation recentlybestowed upon us their “Achievement of ExcellenceAward.” Serving dinner 7days a week starting at 5pm.Private luncheons available

Todai Restaurant7620 Katy Fwy. @ MarqE Entertainment Center713-682-0009Todai features a 160-foot seafood buffet counter brimmingwith over 40 kinds of sushi and over 15 dishes are served atboth the fresh salad bar and hot entree island. A newlyadded Brazilian Churrascaria-style grill roasts the finest cutsof meat to be carved tableside by our expert and attentivestaff, ensuring a one-of-a-kind dining experience.

Truluck’s Steak & Stone Crab5350 Westheimer/713-783-7270Dine in elegance at this captivating & original restaurantwhere fashionable atmosphere is taken to the limit. Onlythe freshest seafood, hand selected beef and Stone Crab sofresh in the water today, on your plate tomorrow. Nowfeaturing 90 delicious wines by the glass.

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Bubba’s Sports Bar & Grill6225 Washington Avenue / Phone: (713) 861-7161Locally owned and operated for more than 24 years in thesame location, Bubba’s Sports Bar & Grill offers a wide selec-tion of grill favorites in a sporty, inviting atmosphere. Frombreakfast to lunch to dinner, our restaurant only offers thefinest food at the best prices. Happy Hour: Monday–Friday2 p.m.–7 p.m. Live Entertainment, call for schedule.

NightclubsBelvedere1131-01 Uptown Park Blvd (713) 552-9271/www.mercuryroom.comA unique, exciting experience that continues to raise the barfor Houston nightlife.

Meridian2128 Portsmouth St. (713) 533-1199Houston’s hottest club. Live acts. concerts, privateparties and special events.

PubsRichmond Arms5920 Richmond Ave. @ Fountainview/713-784-7722Enjoy a great selection of fine brews in a laid back atmos-phere. Over 80 beers on tap, Live English Premier Leaguesoccer & breakfast on Sat. & Sun.

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Stags Head5920 Richmond Ave. @ Fountainview/713-784-7722The flower-filled patio and twelve-point stag sitting above themain entrance define the exterior of this quaint, yet masculine,English watering hole.. Memories-or fantasies-of Manchesterwill rise as the aroma of U.K.-flavored dishes like Cornishpasties or the Landlord sandwich are placed on the table.

Theme RestaurantsHard Rock Cafe502 Texas Ave./713-227-1392 www.hardrock.comBoasting the largest collection of Rock’n Rollmemorabilia in a friendly high energy atmosphere. HardRock merchandise available. Don’t forget to bring home aHard Rock Houston tee-shirt.

Sports BarsScorecard7613 Katy Fwy. (I-10 @ Silber)/713-681-6987Catch all your favorite sporting events along with pooltables, shuffleboard, air hockey & sports games. Full kitchen,Happy Hour 11am to 7:30pm and Lingerie Happy HourMon & Weds 6:30 to 8:30.

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A visit toSpec’sLiquor

Warehouse& Deli “anda whole lotmore store”

is a Houston“must”.

“... one of the best Champagne collections in the world”-Bon Appetit

“... one of the 100 things in Houston we wouldn’t want tolive without” -Houston Chronicle

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Don’t leave for home without it!

“... like Hakeem Olajuwan in basketball. Spec’s Warehousehas won ‘The Best Of’ so often that we are retiring them toour Hall of Fame” - Houston Press

“... one of the original Leaders honored in 1984, again voted ‘Retailer of the Year’ in 1998” - Market Watch 1998

Spec’s Liquor Warehouse & Deli “and a whole lot more”Covering a whole city block at 2400 Smith Street

Downtown Houston • 713 526-8787 • 5% cash discountFree Parking • www.specsonline.com

Visit Our Newest Warehouse • 8102 Westheimer • 713-780-2573

Spec’s Warehouse truly is a one-to-a-continent phenomenon. Wine collectors fromall over the world know and appreciate Spec’s three-generation-long dedication toselection, value and customer service. Spec’s offers more different labels thanother stores have in total bottles. Over 110,000 bottles of wine. And wine is justthe tip of the iceberg. Spec’s is “ a whole lot more”. The walk-in humidor isgaining similar recognition among cigar aficionados. Our finer foods, worldcheeses and deli departments cover more floorspace than many supermarkets.And yes, we will make you a sandwich or a picnic basket. Rothschilds, Reubens,Russian caviar or Rebel Yell Bourbon ... if Spec’s doesn’t have it, it’s not in town.Perhaps not even in the country.