Boss' Baby Picture from Liverpool, UK

I thought I would share a picture of my boss, name withheld by request. He was born in Liverpool, UK in the 1960's. In the background, there is a mill from the local town. In the foreground, you see my boss (he comments he has about the same amount of hair now as he did then) in what we would consider today to be an antique buggy. Interesting to think of how times have changed, hmmm?

Talk to your Teen @ Dimassi's

My stepmom had graciously given me a couple of $20 gift certificates to Dimassi's Mediterranean Buffet for Christmas. I used the last of the two gift certificates this past Saturday, and enjoyed treating myself and my two almost 15 year old sons (one mine, one my son's best friend) to lunch out.

Located on I-10 southside feeder road between Kirkwood and Wilcrest, you pay for your buffet meal at the front door in the amount of $8.00 per person. From there, you are allowed full access to two huge buffet tables of food ranging from greek salad, tabouleh, stuffed grape leaves and my favorite hummus, to the hot buffet items on the second buffet which include items such as mustard chicken, creamed spinach, lentils with rice and shredded beef. Mind you, I'm somewhat of a picky eater, so if it looks too "out there", I'm not likely to eat it.

Not to be forgotten was the attendant at the brick oven who was baking or reheating pita breads. And, if you haven't fully indulged yourself by the time you've eaten one plateful of food, try out some of the lucious sweet treats like yogurt bread and baklava. Grab a cup of coffee and to me it's a perfect day.

The best thing I like about taking my "sons" to this restaurant is the conversation that ensues. Arabic videos are playing in the background, sometimes with a theme that seems to be mimicking President Bush. If ever you wanted to draw your teenager out of himself, take them to Dimassi's. The environment is very family friendly and if you enjoy lively conversation, you're likely to enjoy one here.

http://www.b4-u-eat.com/houston/restaurants/reviews/rsv0993.asp

Did anyone attend the concerts?

Happy Monday, everyone! Unfortunately, I was unable to attend either of the concerts I mentioned for Sunday, February 18th.

I'll try to post more later, yet I do know about a couple of upcoming concerts, including:

1. The Bach Society will be hosting Chamber Music this Sunday, Feb. 25th at 7:30 p.m. I promise to fill in the details later this week.
2. Diane Bish, Organist, will be performing at Chapelwood United Methodist Church on Sunday, March 25th. If you don't know who Diane Bish is, she's the lady who frequently appears on one of the religious channels and hosts concerts from the great cathedrals and pipe organs of the world.

More West Houston postings later this week. Have a good one! Terre

Free: Houston Children's Chorus, Feb.18th

Houston Children's Chorus: Chapelwood-Evans Arts Series The Houston Children's Chorus, under the direction of Steve Roddy, will grace us with a lovely performance at 5pm.

Date: Sunday, 2/18/2007
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: Chapelwood United Methodist Church Sanctuary
Address: 11140 Greenbay, Houston, TX 77024

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Top 10 (Culturally Diverse) West Houston restaurants:

• Café Red Onion, Eldridge Enclave Parkway, 1111 Eldridge Parkway, Houston, TX 77077, Phone: (281) 293-7500, Website http://www.caferedonion.com/– Tex Mex with a South American twist. Enjoy the tostado chips and red and green salsas, made with tropical fruits such as pineapple and mango. Try a couple of their classics: Seafood Enchildas or their signature eggplant dish. Lovely margaritas and my personal favorite - rum vanilla coke.

• Le Mistral, 1420 Eldridge Road, Houston, TX 77077, Phone: 832.379.8322, Website http://www.lemistralhouston.com/ – Wonderful French food - no time or on a budget? Try the mushroom soup with some of their wonderful french bread or perhaps the lively spring mix salad with raspberry dressing. Enjoy a glass of wine if you have a bit more time.

• Carmelo's, 14795 Memorial Drive, Houston, TX 77079, Phone: 281.531.0696, Website: www.carmelosrestaurant.com Contact: carmeloshouston@carmelosrestaurant.com - Lovely northern italian cuisine.

• Hungry's Café & Bistro, 14075 Memorial Drive, Houston, TX 77079, Phone: 281.493.1520, Hours: Daily 11:00am - 10:00pm, Website: http://www.hungryscafe.com/– Heart-healthy continental, with a touch of Mediterranean flare.

• Ninfa’s, 14737 Memorial Drive, Houston, TX 77079, Phone: 281.497.5100 - Authentic Houston Tex Mex from the classic recipes of the one and only Mama Ninfa.

• La Hacienda, 14759 Memorial Dr., Houston, TX, Phone: (281) 493-2252, Website: www.lahaciendamexrestaurant.com – true Tex Mex, any style you want it. Delicious and classic enchildas.

• Dimassi’s, 11335 Katy FwyHouston, TX 77079-2000, Phone: 713.465.8222, restaurant review website: http://www.b4-u-eat.com/houston/restaurants/reviews/rsv0993.asp - Mediterranean buffet. Also see my post dated 2/19/2007.

• Carrabba's, 11339 Katy FreewayHouston, TX 77079, Phone: 713.464.6595, Website: http://www.carrabbas.com/ – Northern italian, with a Texas flare. Split with a friend or grab a takeout carton and enjoy the next day.

• Roadster's Ice House, 14160 Grisby, Houston TX 77079, Phone:
  281.293.0941, restaurant review website: http://www.b4-u-eat.com/houston/restaurants/reviews/rsv4342.asp – The best darned hamburger and fries I’ve ever eaten! Check out the homemade ketchup and fixins for the homemade fries...

• Liebman's Wine & Fine Foods, 14529 Memorial Drive, Houston, TX 77079, Phone: 281.493.3663, Fax: 281.493.3354 Website: http://www.leibmans.com/ – Pick your favorite sinful eating habit and browse around – wine, coffee, chocolates, deli meats and cheeses, gourmet cooking. They also have gift certificates and baskets for your corporate or personal needs.