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Sold On Masraff’s Lemon sole

Masraff's Sole

The fabulous Masraff’s on Post Oak Boulevard in Uptown is practically a seafood sanctuary. They’re known for having some of the best around! The sacrificial season of Lent provides those who practice the opportunity for a taste-testing frenzy! Take this dish that combines some of my favorite elements- their Herb Seared Lemon Sole over an incredibly tasty wild mushroom risotto…just splendid!

Francoise Bedel champagne

Champagne for the love of February

Much obliged to Masraff’s: They’re popping the cork for you on Valentine’s Day with some fabulous recommendations on bubbly, but more importantly, some little known secrets about champagne that make a whole lot of difference! According to house sommelier Ben Roberts, all wine tasters look for a sense of the “place” that a particular wine is from.

Haven Heartbrand Beef hamburger

A happening ‘Haven’ for heart-healthy beef

One of my favorite restaurants of all-time is Haven’s, a seasonal kitchen in H-town where I always feel right at home. While the country music and terrific attention to detail in their menu keeps me coming back, it’s items like their buttery Akaushi burgers by HeartBrand that really make a statement!

Guado al Tasso label

Rodeo wine winners

It’s time to boot, scoot and boogie on over to your local H-E-B retailer. The rodeo is in H-town and so are its award-winning vinos! Meet the Grand Champion: The 2007 Guado Al Tasso, a Bordeaux blend out of Tuscany that’s primarily Cab-based, but with a splendid Merlot to back it.

Meat salad

The Diet that Works for Me

This diet worked for me once, so I’m doing it again to start the new year! It’s a no-brainer diet, and that’s what I love about it. They do all the work for you–prepare the food, choose the meals (you can have input) and monitor your progress.

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Masraff’s dreamy pumpkin pie martini

Wow! That was my reaction to a cocktail that’s almost too good to be true. Master mixologist, Rosie of Masraff’s on the Boulevard has struck gold again with her Pumpkin Pie Martini…it’s so light and captures the best aspects of pumpkin all around! Check out the video above to see how it comes together…the perfect holiday drink!

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The Beauty of Bordeaux Pairings

It’s no wonder the world’s most knowledgeable wine connoisseurs are captivated by Bordeaux. Sure, to command the sometimes outrageous prices there’s some hype. With wine there always is, but Bordeaux wines are the standard and have been for centuries, especially when it comes to pairing with food.