Month: November 2011

Brennan’s of Houston

Ashli Michelle November 27, 2011 2 Comments
As the hostess completed the one up one down look around, she slowly investigated my dining companion before semi growling, "Sir, you will have to cover your t-shirt with the sweater wrapped around your neck, as we do not allow those kinds of shirts inside... Brennan's." Gasp. Really? Seriously? To give a better description of the outfit Biff was wearing is just that. Biff. Enough said. What...

Champagne & Chocolat Scholarship Gala

Ashli Michelle November 21, 2011 0 Comments
While attending Alain & Marie LeNôtre's annual Champagne & Chocolat Scholarship Gala at the Houston Country Club, this human instantly morphed into a semi sorda savvy socialite. Wearing a non designer dress possessing a near peasant price tag of almost $140, this did not cease feelings of fancy to overflow. Sashay up country club steps to witness Houston high rollers conquering the......

Luca & Leonardo ~ Brunch

Ashli Michelle November 16, 2011 2 Comments
UPDATE: I HAVE BEEN TO LUCA SEVERAL TIMES AFTER WRITING THIS ARTICLE AND THE SERVICE IS LACKING BEYOND BELIEF. LUCA NEEDS TO MAKE SERIOUS CHANGES BEFORE I WILL BE COMFORTABLE RECOMMENDING THEM TO ANYONE AGAIN. Brunch at Luca & Leonardo quickly achieved a massive menu win, with executive chef Daniel Miranda showcasing his talent for developing traditional Italian dishes for hungry brunchers....

Felix 55

Ashli Michelle November 7, 2011 4 Comments
Chef Michael Kramer spastically left the Tasting Room recently, leaving all to wonder why. We met just days before during an interview in which mum was his word. Not one single solitary sentence revealing his impending exit. Thanks. Thanks a lot. Dues are paid in full for this chef, as heads still spin from his stint at Voice inside downtown's Hotel Icon. One with Kramer's talent must keep...