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Houston Wine Geeks at Ruggles Cafe Bakery

September 16, 2009

Scared of WineSpeak?

Embarrassed when you have to read and order from a wine list? Want to know more about wine and how to enjoy it?

Houston Wine Geeks is an informal group of wine enthusiasts focused on the ins-and-outs of wine appreciation and wine education.


What’s all this about Malbec?

Where did it come from?

Why are some people addicted to it now who never even heard of it 10 years ago?
We will be talking and tasting Malbec — what’s to like about this wine and where does it fit in the great red wine spectrum.

We will be pouring some tasting “flights” of a few different Malbecs.

To help out the financial obligations of the group we ask that you drop $1 into the meetup jar (plus $4 more if you partake of the flights).

And of course, in the grand tradition of this group, bring any Malbecs (or others) you want to share.

  Interested? Sign up and RSVP for our next meeting. Come every week or come when you can!

FYI: We use www.meetup.com as our RSVP/Membership tracking tool. It’s free for you!

This Meeting

Join us at Ruggles Cafe Bakery for a Mouthful o’ Malbec.

Ruggles Cafe Bakery
2365 Rice Blvd
Houston, TX 77005
Houston TX 77005
(713) 520-6662
www.rugglescafebakery.com

About Ruggles Bakery

Much more than an award winning dessert bakery, Ruggles Cafe Bakery in Rice Village has been serving homemade soups, fresh sandwiches and salads, hearty pastas and fresh baked desserts for over ten years. We pride ourselves in using the highest quality ingredients all prepared daily in our own kitchen. Crowd pleasers include the Warm Baked Goat Cheese Salad, Whole Wheat Salmon Pasta, Flame Grilled Angus Burgers & Daily Specials including the Ruggles Skinny. It’s a healthy low calorie special that changes every day.

Don’t forget to save room for dessert. It’s not unusual to see our guests eyes grow wide and smiles big as they approach the desserts and order counter. We invite you to take a moment and browse our three bakery cases filled with an impressive selection of homemade desserts. Children 12 and under are invited to decorate a cookie for free while your meal is prepared. Our cozy indoor seating is great any time of the year and we encourage our guests to relax and enjoy their meal with family and friends. We now offer a covered patio area to enjoy a leisurely lunch or dinner outdoors.

09/14/2009 | Events, Food, Wine | 1 Comment

I’ll have fries with that

mcnuggetini.jpgHmm. I’m not sure if this is real or a joke.

The McNuggitini.

02/18/2009 | Food, Spirits | No Comments

Spec’s is Wine Retailer of the Year

winestar.gifWine Enthusiast magazine has named Spec’s Wines, Spirits & Finer Food Retailer of the Year for 2008.

Spec’s beat out some of the biggest names in wine retailing. These fine organizations were also in the running:

  • Astor Wines & Spirits
  • PJ Wine
  • Trader Joe’s
  • Zachys

11/20/2008 | Food, Spirits, Wine | No Comments

Dining Out Club at Inka Restaurant

August 5, 2008

inka.gifLove eating out? Looking for new places to try and new people to share the experience?

I’m the organizer for Dining Out Club/Houston! We’re a growing bunch of dedicated foodies, all wanting to find exciting places to meet and eat. Once or more each month we go to different restaurants somewhere in (or near) Houston. I’m anxious for you to join in the fun!

  • There are no club fees!
  • Each attendee pays their own food bill.
  • This meeting starts at 7pm and lasts about two hours.
  • Some people stay around after the meal to enjoy the venue and the company.
  Interested? Sign up and RSVP for our next meeting. Come every meeting or come when you can!

FYI: We use www.meetup.com as our RSVP/Membership tracking tool. It’s free for you!

This Meeting

Entrees from $12/person.

Inka Restaurant

Inka is a Nuevo Latino cafe with a casual vibe and some really outstanding cooking. Chef/owner David Sanchez, a Culinary Institute of America grad, describes the fare as “South American-inspired,” but his Nuevo Latino menu aims for excitement over authenticity. Try some ceviche or one of the excellent seafood dishes.

On Westheimer, outside the Beltway and way outside the loop!

Chef David Sanchez (formerly of Artista, Julia’s Bistro, Grotto & Ninfa’s/Antone’s) has now incorporated an American touch to the already tasty cuisine. This sparked the adaptation of spelling to the name INKA. INKA Restaurant’s refreshed take on all Latin Cuisines has proven to be the next evolution of culinary experiences.

Inka South American Cuisine
12225 Westheimer Rd Ste A
Houston TX 77007
(832) 379-1717
www.inkahouston.com

07/28/2008 | Events, Food, Spirits | No Comments