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Houston Texas Get Ready For Houston Restaurant Weeks

Houston Texas Get Ready For Houston Restaurants Weeks

Houston we have a problem! Hide your food because someone might eat it. Yeah, Houston Food Connoisseurs of Houston Meeting Texas it is here again. I am talking about Houston Restaurant Weeks. During the whole month of August there are a crazy number of restaurants in Houston offering some delicious eats at a fraction of the usual cost. A portion of the money goes toward a charitable cause. You win either way because you are participating in a charitable deed and your tummy will be happy too. I will not even try to list all the participating restaurants or go into great detail about the cause, but more information is available at www.houstonrestaurantweeks.com I know I am already taking up too much of your time so I will end by saying August 1-31st is and will be a tasty month so get going before it is all over. If you want to know about a restaurant in Houston or about some of the restaurants you will see on the list you can visit www.meetup.com/4foods or www.activerain.com/blogs/cray5. It is there I share my opinion about some of the best restaurants in Houston as well as those not on the map yet. I am still catching up on my restaurant reviews from last year so please be patient with me.

Real Regards,

Chalmette Ray

Real Estate Consultant

Keller Williams Realty

chalmetteray@yahoo.com

713-591-5922

www.mymove2houston.com

Copyright © by Chalmette Ray 2011* ALL RIGHTS RESERVED

*Houston Texas Get Ready For Houston Restaurants Weeks*

That Ceviche Has Been Hiding From Me Houston Texas

That Ceviche Has Been Hiding From Me Houston Texas

Houston Texas if you have been following my blog then you know I like to eat. Therefore, I foundCeviche at Red Onion Seafood Y Mas it imperative to discuss this thing called ceviche. It is said that ceviche originated from the Viceroyalty of Peru which during the 16th and 18th century was a colonial district of Spain. However, both Chile and Peru were governed by the Viceroyalty so both places take credit for being the home of ceviche’s origin. Nowadays ceviche has become very popular in South and Central America.

Houston Tx let us begin by defining the term ceviche. It is defined by many as different things, but consistently you will find it is characterized as raw seafood that is marinated in a citrus based sauce. In more traditional settings cubed fish is the seafood of choice. The citrus based sauce is usually lime and lemon juice although other citrus sources can be used too. After having marinated in the citrus sauce for some time the seafood is pickled and usually taste as though it has been cooked to some degree. Depending on the fish or seafood being used the marinating time could take several hours or just minutes. Other ingredients in this dish may include salt, onion, Andean spices and chile(the spice). Ceviche is one of those dishes that varies greatly from region to region with regard to how it is prepared. That is mostly due to its grown popularity over the years.
In Houston Texas on the northwest side there is a restaurant called Red Onion Seafood y Mas has ceviche for days. There are some combinations and choices there guaranteed to make the most distinguished palates conclude. The waiter Andrew (the only Caucasian male there I think) was one of the sweetest people you will ever meet and he makes sure you are well taken care of while dining. If you are more downtown Houston TX oriented then The Samba Grill will probably tickle your fancy. They too have a version of ceviche that is delightful as well. No list of choices there but they have delicious ceviche.

Houston Texas if you are interested in finding out about more great restaurants then by all means please visit www.meetup.com/4foods. I make a conscious effort to visit restaurants that are sometimes off the beaten path but consistently deliver the goods every time.
Real Regards,
Chalmette Ray
www.mymove2houston.com
chalmetteray@yahoo.com
713-591-5922
281-798-3005

Copyright © byChalmetteRay 2011* ALL RIGHTS RESERVED


*That Ceviche Has Been Hiding From Me Houston Texas*

Houston TX Realtors and All Others Can Go To Las Vegas Every Day?

Houston TX Realtors and All Others Can Go To Las Vegas Every Day?

Houston TX Realtors and All Others Can Go To Las Vegas Every Day? Houston Realtor Gambling

Every day Houston Texas real estate agents go out into the field to assist buyers and sellers in accomplishing their real estate goals. There are many times realtors give little thought about how the situation is a total gamble and may or may not end well. There is a dedication that real, professional realtors have that goes unnoticed. This is by no means a cry of complaint but a moment of reflection if you will try to see it that way with a comparison to gambling for added flavor. There are those who don’t mind gambling, and there are those who out right detest the idea. Keep reading for a minute, and the following words will explain what is meant by using the three examples chosen.

1. Houston TX realtors show properties to buyers they just met. Many real estate agents meet buyers through the internet or from referrals given to them by previous clients. How many times have realtors run a background check to see about the prospective client’s past? Most realtors will answer, never. Houston Texas realtors are taking a gamble every time they let clients ride around with them while touring properties or enter a home while showing it to a prospective buyer.

2. Houston TX realtors advertise and market in many different ways. In many cases this is prompted by the promotion of a home for sale. In other cases self promotion kicks in and you will see many realtors with their faces and personal information plastered on just about anything that comes to mind. Houston Texas real estate agents are taking gamble at Las Vegas making that information available to anyone who is interested in seeing it. As servants of the community making themselves accessible to those interested in their services is absolutely necessary.

3. Houston TX realtors trust that clients take heed to their instruction about the client’s role in the real estate transaction. For example, there are many times a realtor may meet with a client at say 8am to discuss the correct plan of action to achieve the specific real estate goal intended and by 8pm the client has ignored the plan of action. Therefore, the deal in many instances falls apart and sometimes amicable options are not available. Sometimes bad habits are hard to kick. Obviously a successful day at Las Vegas did not happen on that day.

There are lots of realtors out there that truly have a servants heart. Houston TX buyers and Houston Texas sellers should make sure to search and find that characteristic in that person or persons when looking for someone to work with. Everything we do in this life has risks involved, but I would not change one thing about the gambles I have taken to get to this point in my life. The reason being is that real estate is truly a daily experience in Las Vegas. One difference is that we don’t get to play the penny machine and win big.

Chalmette Ray

Real Estate Consultant

Keller Williams Realty

www.mymove2houston.com

713-591-5922

Copyright © by Chalmette Ray 2011* ALL RIGHTS RESERVED

Houston TX Realtors and All Others Can Go To Las Vegas Every Day?

Pearland TX Presents Shadow Creek Ranch’s Community Open House and Community Events

Pearland TX Presents Shadow Creek Ranch’s Community Open House and Community Events

Pearland TX home of Shadow Creek Ranch will be showcasing some of its residential properties on Saturday, May 21st 2011. This is the first I have ever seen in the community, but I would not want to miss out if I were you. I will not take up too much of your time, but please read more about this fabulous community at Pearland TX-Shadow Creek Ranch. The price point for this surburb of Houston TX, which I like to call, Houston housing has homes that start around $135,000 and go up from there. The amenities are endless when you buy a home in this community.

Pearland TX will also host a FREE friends and family CPR classes on Saturday on May 21, 2011 at the new fire station located at 3100 Kirby Drive in Pearland TX 77584. There will be two classes that day. One class will be at 10am and another class at 12pm. This class can be especially useful for those who would like to learn how to perform CPR if they need to one day but do not need the completion card.

Pearland TX has Summerfest which is a series of concerts going on in South Down Park at 2150 Country Place Parkway. This event will take place during almost all of May and June 2011. There visitors and residences will find The Emotions performing on May 20, 2011 The performance will take place between 7-9pm on Friday. Afterwards be sure to grab a bite to eat in the Pearland TX town center and maybe do a little shopping.

Chalmette Ray

Real Estate Consultant

Keller Williams Realty

713-591-5922

Copyright © by Chalmette Ray 2011* ALL RIGHTS RESERVED

*Pearland TX Presents Shadow Creek Ranch’s Community Open House and Community Events*

Why Do You Not Want To Live In Shadow Creek Ranch in Pearland, Texas?

Why do you not want to live in Shadow Creek Ranch in Pearland, Texas? Shadow Creek Ranch located off of highway 288 South. There you will find a master planned community full of perks for everyone to enjoy. There are 3500 acres of land that is surrounded by multiple lakes throughout the community. There are parks, pools and recreational facilities to assist with your need to enjoy tennis and basketball.

Working and shopping go hand in hand. Many professionals including lots from the Texas Medical Center find the commute to be very easy and time efficient. Right down the street is the Pearland town center is where you will find Ann Taylor Loft, Victoria's Secret and Bath and Body Works just to name a few. There are a myriad of restaurants to indulge in. Pearland, TX even has one a sushi restaurant called Little Tokyo that was voted one of Houston's best. The décor is pretty basic but the grade and the flavor of the seafood will not disappoint you. Other choices in Pearland, TX include TGI Friday's, Lupe Tortilla as well as fine dining at Killen's Steakhouse. As one of Houston's suburbs Pearland, Texas has some hidden gems.

Everyone loves food in Pearland, Texas. You have your choice of great super markets such as HEB, Walmart, Kroger and Randall's to name a few. Some of the local chefs get their wines, and their fine meats from our HEB. It has become quite the gourmet grocery store. You can enjoy fine wines at the wine parties that are hosted there regularly or maybe catch the tail end of a cooking session at the chef's booth. Either way you are guaranteed to win. I literally go there to find great ideas for something to prepare for dinner some, and I never leave disappointed.

Entertainment is good for the soul. For the extrovert there are many meet-up groups such as Food Connoisseurs of Houston in and around Pearland, TX area that will for sure catch your interest in one way or another. The Home Owners Association for Shadow Creek Ranch is a great group to meet. They have lots of family and community related events that take place very often in Shadow Creek Ranch in Pearland, Texas. If you are not living in Shadow Creek Ranch in Pearland, TX what are you waiting for? You are missing out on the fun. If you want to know more about starting your new life in Shadow Creek Ranch in Pearland, Texas contact at a resident who knows all the dirt by using the information below.

Chalmette Ray

Real Estate Consultant

Keller Williams Realty

713-591-5922