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Current - The Woodlands

8/8/2016

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Cheese plate featuring Pachi Pachi Valley Cheese
Current, located in the Westin Hotel on the Woodlands Waterway, has brought a breath of fresh air to the Woodlands dining scene. Creative and complex entrees are served in an elegant dining room with lots of natural light. 
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Shrimp and Grits
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Crab Cakes and Prosciutto wrapped asparagus
The seasonal menu at Current changes four times a year and focuses on local ingredients. The summer menu includes Texas peaches, figs, corn, as well as Gulf shrimp. Sustainability is an important part of Current's philosophy. You will never find seafood that is over-fished or not available locally on their menu. The result is amazing dishes that are fresh and beautifully executed. Current is also participating in Houston Restaurant Week this year, offering a three course dinner for $35. 
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Black and Tan Onion Rings
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Bacon Sundae
Current boasts a strong working relationship with local farmers and recently started offering tasting classes to showcase several vendors.  The first class took place on July 21st and featured Fernando Moreno with Pachi Pachi Valley Cheese. Fernando's cheeses are served on Current's cheese flight.  For the class, four cheeses were paired with wines and bites. The next class will take place on August 25th and feature sustainable greens.
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Pachi Pachi Valley Cheese owner Fernando Moreno and Chefs Friend and Mendoza
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Mount Gay Rum Tasting
Current will also host beverage classes once a month.  Their first class, held on August 4th, featured Mount Gay Rum. Guests were able to taste Eclipse, Black Barrel and Extra Aged rum along with appetizers and a specially crafted cocktail. Be sure to sign up on their email list or follow Current on Facebook for information on upcoming classes. 
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Brennan's of Houston

8/1/2016

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(Photo courtesy of Brennan's)
Located in Midtown, Brennan's of Houston has long been a staple when it comes to fine dining. Brennan's opened in Houston in 1967 and is the sister restaurant to the famous Commander's Palace in New Orleans.  It is the premiere spot for special occasions, pre-theater dining, or just hanging at the bar with friends.
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Sazerac
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Tuna, Lobster, Blue Crab Salad, and Raw Oysters
Brennan's provides guests with Southern hospitality and Creole based cuisine with a Texas flair. The 7-7-7 Courtyard bar menu features 7 wines, 7 cocktails, and 7 appetizers for $7 each.  It's available from 2 to 7 p.m. seven days a week.  Don't forget the martinis. Brennan's carries on the Commander's Palace tradition of $0.25 martinis for lunch with the purchase of an entree.
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Honey Roasted Crispy Duck
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Crispy Duck over crawfish rice and blueberry sauce.
One of the best ways to enjoy Brennan's is to take advantage of their prix fixe lunch, brunch, and dinner options available daily. Brennan's will also be participating in this year's Houston Restaurant Weeks offering a 2-course lunch or brunch for $20 or a 3-course dinner for $35.
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Ceviche and Tuna Crudo
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Seafood Tower
Don't feel you need a special occasion to visit Brennan's.  They have a calendar full of events happening throughout the year.  Monthly wine and cocktail classes are a fun way to learn about new libations. There's even courtyard socials and date night cooking classes. No matter when or for what reason you visit Brennan's, be sure to grab one or two of their complimentary New Orleans Pralines.

Brennan's of Houston
3300 Smith Street
Houston, Texas 77066
(713) 522-9711
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Hours of Operation
Lunch M-F 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Brunch Sat 11 am - 2 pm & Sun 10 am - 2 pm
Dinner M-Sun 5:45 pm - 10 pm

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