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Toys for Tots at Mr Peeples in Midtown

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Tuesday, December 3, 2013 over 250 guests came out to support our 1st Toys for Tots charity event at Mr Peeples restaurant in Midtown. Hundreds of gifts donated and over $1200 in cash. All supports the Toys for Tots campaign spearheaded by our U.S. Marines. All proceeds go to our local children in need this holiday season. Chaired by Lori Lemon Geshay and Yours Truly, the event highlights included a visit from Santa Claus, our U.S. Marines, frost bite treats and lite bites, signature cocktails, and music entertainment. Thank you to our sponsors CompuCom, Security National Mortgage, Michelle Patrick Designs, Homesavers Financial, Sterling Homes, and the Porsche Club. Thank you to our Host committee members Laura Cernock,Monitrice “Moni” Malone, Abby Lestin, Diane Caplan,Heather Baker, Angela Lipsey, Liliana Cuellar, Elizabeth Destephens. Thank you to ALL for making this a true success!

Professional Photos By: Jaime Lagdameo and Quy Tran Photography

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Event Invite: “Toys for Tots, Santa, and Mr Peeples”

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Dear Friends,
Please join us on Tuesday, December 3rd from 4:00 to 9:00pm at Mr. Peeples in Midtown for the 1st Annual” Toys for Tots” Holiday Toy Drive. With your donation of a new, unwrapped toy, enjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres, desserts, holiday themed drink specials, live DJ entertainment, and a special visit from Santa as we celebrate the season of giving. Toys collected at Mr. Peeples will be given to Houston children in need this Christmas by Toys for Tots.

Contact me directly at ncbrende@aol.com if you would like to reserve a private table. The VIP tables for 6 people are $500 and cocktail tables for 4 people are only $100. This is a 100% tax deductible donation addressed to Marines Toys For Tots Foundation. This is a good way to entertain your friends and clients!

Ladies and Gents, the dress code is business attire or dressy casual. No sneakers, caps, sportswear or shorts. “Tres Chic” holiday attire is preferred. Photographers will be on hand to take your lovely photo 🙂

Mr. Peeples Seafood + Steaks + Style is dedicated to providing a unique dining experience of the highest caliber to Houstonians and visitors. The space features fine dining, lounge, and wrap-around patio areas on the first floor and banquet and executive board rooms on the second floor.

About Toys for Tots: The U.S. Marine Corps Toys for Tots annually collects and distributes toys to help less fortunate children experience the joy of Christmas. Since 1947, the Toys for Tots program has distributed more than 420 million toys to more than 196 million children.

Where: 1911 Bagby St, Houston, TX 77002
Tele: 713-652-0711
When: Tuesday, December 3rd, 2013
Time: 4:00pm – 9:00pm
Admittance: New and Unwrapped Toy

Event Chairs: Lori Lemon-Geshay and Nicole Brende

Host Committee:
Laura Cernock
Monitrice “Moni” Malone
Abby Lestin
Diane Caplan
Heather Baker
Angela Lipsey
Lana Herff
Rachel Ehrhardt
Tomur Barnes
Liliana Cuellar

Happy Holidays and I hope to see you there!

Yours Truly,

Nicole Brende a.k.a. “Trende Brende”

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New at West Ave: Nara restaurant

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Dear Friends,
It’s time to share with you a new Houston Hot Spot!  Making its grand debut to all Houstonians TODAY, make your way to Nara Restaurant nara3at West Ave off Kirby.  To best describe this place, it’s Korean cuisine with a side order of Japanese flair!  From the moment you walk in the door think “zen”.  You are welcomed with a gorgeous replica of a willow tree (or some kind of cool tree), a lit up bar/lounge, then the restaurant presents its main attraction with sushi chefs in the middle of the mix.  Martha Turner Properties was invited to a“Friends and Family” exclusive preview night,  so we were able to indulge early, sample amply, and be able to share this sumptuous experience with You!

A quick tidbit about the Chef/Owner Donald Chang, he is a native South Korean who has lived in Houston for more than 35 years! He has been linked to acclaimed sushi joints including Uptown Sushi and Bluefin.  Nara’s original establishment opened its doors in 1996.  Now inner-loopers get their turn.

Now, on to my menu favorites to date:  Tasty Bites try the dumplings, jellyfish salad, tuna tartare, and the oxtail rice cake.  In Comfort & Classics try the bibimbap which includes crispy pork belly and a sunny side quail egg.  Or, the ocean medley bibimbap includes king crab, seared yellow fin sashimi, and prawns. In the Steamed Buns category, how about prime rib-eye bulgogi, the spicy pig, or peppercorn tuna.  And of course the Japanese influence offers a complete sushi roll and sashimi menu.  One last tip, save room for dessert!! From bacon cookies, to tiramisu, to ice cream, it is far from ordinary.

Are you hungry now?  Let me know what you think and maybe I will see you there?  For more information check out www.NaraHouston.com.

Until next time,
Nicole Brende a.k.a. “Trende Brende”