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June-July 2014
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Bright Smile,
Bright Future!
by Katie Rice
(L-R) Caleb, Esther, Summer, Joshua, Christian, Landen, Jordan, Jessalynn, Taylor, Capri, David, Terri
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s students cross the stage in caps and gowns, you can tell from their bright smiles that they’re looking forward to a bright future. And one doctor takes delight in giving students an added boost. Dr. David S. Bright, D.D.S. MS, says, “We award scholarships to two current or former patients from each Katy ISD school who apply and demonstrate scholastic achievement, good citizenship, and leadership qualities. This is one of my favorite times of year...I get such a kick out of seeing my patients start the next stage in their lives!” But you don’t have to be a student to boost your future with a beautiful smile. Dr. Bright has patients of all ages. A native Texan, Dr. Bright says, “I myself wanted and needed braces as a kid, but I didn’t get them until I was in dental school. Giving my patients of all ages confidence in their smiles today is such a blessing! We offer all the latest options––Invisalign for teens and adults, ceramic, metal, and lingual (behind the teeth) braces, custom mouthguards for athletes, laser treatments, and even AcceleDent, designed to help speed up your orthodontic treatment. We offer all kinds of perks and rewards for patients, including ‘Bright Bucks’ you can ‘cash’ in online to play games, order gift cards and more!” Maybe you think with a name like “Bright,” Dr. Bright’s Orthodontics was already written in the stars. He graduated at the top of his class from Trinity, then earned his DDS at the University of Texas Health Science Center of
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Dentistry in Houston, where he was voted top senior dental student (awarded by the Texas Dental Association), before completing his Orthodontic Residency and earning his Masters of Science and Orthodontic Certificate. He says, “Orthodontics has changed over the years. Now we can provide solutions to help a seven or eight-year-old have optimal jaw development, correct an adult’s smile without interfering with their work or social life, and address jaw-related problems above and beyond straighter, brighter smiles. Plus, we pride ourselves on making the experience really fun for our patients!” Now Dr. Bright will be spreading the joy this June with the opening of his new Fulshear satellite branch of his Katy office. Check out the website for photos of the new office space, entertaining (and informative) videos, and more! Dr. Bright says, “Loving this profession makes it easy and enjoyable to keep up with all the latest developments...and spending time with my patients chatting with the adults or jazzing up the kids makes each day a blast!” Bright Orthodontics 281-599-1155 810 S. Mason Rd., Ste 290 Katy, TX 77450 www.brightbraces.com
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GROWING WITH THE
TIMES by Katie Rice
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e’ve seen Cinco Ranch grow and strengthen our Katy community,” says True Fix owner and Katy resident Gerald Svetlik. “Over the 42 year history of True Fix, there have been incredible innovations in the heating and cooling industry...and we offer them with the same down-home service and commitment to excellence that makes us who we are! Remember…We’re in your neighborhood and we’ll be here when you need us!” They don’t make cars with only two settings... one hundred percent on or totally off. You’d peel rubber, burn gas, and waste money and energy. We’re in your ne ighborhood, Gerald says, “A single stage (single speed) A/C and we’ll be here system has two setting––on or off––with nothwhen you need u ing in between. This constant cycling means you s! won’t get a consistent indoor temperature...and you’ll be wasting energy, too. Now Trane has introduced the variable speed XV20i air conditioner with TruComfort ™ Technology. TruComfort ™ systems run Although the history of Cinco Ranch can be traced at the exact speed needed to keep your home comfortable. back to the 1800’s and the time of Moses Austin, Because they aren’t ‘all or nothing’ systems, they’re the the name itself comes from the 1930’s. That’s quietest A/C’s on the market, consume less energy...and when a cattle ranch and rice farm on Buffalo Bayou are great at removing humidity!” was bought jointly by five notable oil families...the Recently awarded the the BBB “Winner of Distinction” “cinco” or “five” in Cinco Ranch. In 1984, Cinco Award. True Fix is a member of the Katy Chamber Ranch Venture purchased Cinco Ranch for a 5,000 of Commerce, a member of the Air Conditioning acre master planned development….the largest raw Contractors of America, and EPA and NATE certified. land transaction in the history of Houston! Today Gerald is a member of West Houston Business Partners Cinco Ranch is part of an over 7,000-acre master BNI group. Two years in a row they have been voted plan designed by Newland Communities. In 2010 “Best of Best” in the Heating and Air Conditioning Cinco Ranch Katy Texas was ranked the number category of the Katy Times. one master-planned community in the country and After your house and your car, what’s the next biggest remains one of the very best today. investment you might make? Your air conditioner...so make it a good one that will do the job right and save you money too. Call Katy’s oldest Independent Trane Comfort Specialist, True Fix, for details on special financing available for qualifying Trane HVAC systems April 1 through June 15 OR trade-in allowances of up to $1400!
True Fix A/C & Heating 281-392-9334 Greenbusch, Katy, TX 77494 www.truefix.com license#TACLB004843E.
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READY, SET...
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by Katie Rice
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s your home ready for a change? Get set with over 20,000 gorgeous fabrics, trims, window treatments, and hardware from more than fifty different quality suppliers at Grand Windows and Interiors. Then bring your vision to life with the help of designer Caron Lopez, her husband Candelario, co-owners of Grand Windows, and fellow designer Joni Britton. Get ready….get set….and design! Creative problem solving and imaginative design have always been a part of Caron’s life. She was a science teacher and studied Museum Science Design in college, before opening Grand Windows with Cande. She says, “I love the adventure of designing for many different kinds of clients. We might be faux-painting a Texas map in a study, finding the perfect window treatments for a family from Nigeria, or meticulously matching bricks and crafting an outdoor kitchen for an older home. This field is inspiring, creatively fulfilling, and always changing. We use our resources and experience to express your unique style...not ours!” When you see the displays arranged inside and in the windows of the showroom, you’ll see Joni Britton’s talent, honed through her degree in fashion merchandising. She says, “I pride myself on
providing excellent customer service by being warm, friendly, and organized. I start by asking the right questions and listening to interpret exactly what look you want...then I get on a mission to find it. I have an eye for distinguishing color and I love to find different textures and prints that will coordinate well to make
“Joni and I design with confidence, knowing Cande’s a problem-solver who’ll make it all work!” you happy! My favorite thing is creating just the look you wanted in a timely basis.” The third integral member of the Grand Windows team is Cande, a skilled artisan with the highest standards. Caron says, “Joni and I design with confidence, knowing Cande’s a problemsolver who’ll make it all work!” “In my life,” says Cande, “I’m focused on God and family and I’m so proud of my kids and blessed to have a profession I love that helps provide for them. Running an efficient, local, family-owned business means we offer home improvements
you can afford. We also offer a great guarantee...and no hidden fees!” What’s hot this summer? Letting the outdoors in while keeping the bugs out with a remote-control exterior patio shade. Caron says, “These shades have a zipper track to keep your patio clean and they’re super-easy to control with a remote...or your iPad or iPhone. Inside your home, Hunter Douglas window fashions provide window insulation to minimize the sun’s heat. We’ll chose something that works with your existing decor...and with our Texas temperatures!” Ready for a new look? Get set and go to Grand Windows for your free design consultation. Caron says, “We’ll listen to you, offer our suggestions, and together we’ll create a home that captures your personality.”
Grand Windows & Interiors
281-342-9160 1405 Avenue I Rosenberg, TX 77471 grandwindows101@yahoo.com www.GrandWindows.com
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THE
BEST GIFT FOR EVERY GUY IS THE
RIGHT THAIS
What Do You Give the Guy Who Has (or Can Build) Everything?
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et’s face it, most dads and brothers and boyfriends already have enough clothes, tools, and gadgets. At Therapeutic Thai Massage, you’ll find a gift to help your special guy recover from long days at work and improve his weekends…without taking up any space. Theo and Mona Vora say “Whether you need a gift for a birthday, a celebration, or just to show your appreciation, don’t think tie, think Thai...at Therapeutic Thai Massage!” Formally trained in both Thailand and Texas, licensed massage therapist Mona says, “Our Thai Combination Massage combines the therapeutic benefits of Thai Massage with the deep relaxation of Hot Stone Massage and aromatherapeutic oil. Doctors, athletes, seniors, and busy commuters love the way it relieves soreness, improves circulation, and restores peace.” Massage therapists specialize in body mechanics, but Theo’s father, Ted Vora, specializes in mechanics of another type. He says, “As an engineer, I knew every oil company needed rigs with a fast turnaround. After studying the problem, I came up with an idea...and my customer loved it! I said, “This is how oil rigs should be designed. Making it simple leads to efficiency and safety. When the people who assemble it can understand your design, it’s safer and easier for everyone to use. Today our two most popular products include the fast, portable, and safe Rocket Rig and our rig skidding system, the Rig Walker.” “All the oil companies wanted that first design...and that’s how I built my company, Veristic, founded in 1998. The name means “to adhere strictly to the truth”...a perfect motto for engineers. When you are honest about your work and reasonable in your pricing, you’ll earn your client’s trust. Now that I’m almost ready for retirement, Veristic is run by smart, energetic young people, including my sons Theo and Charles. I know they will keep to our founding principle: simplicity leads to efficiency and safety.” For more information visit www.vengineer.com. “When you’re working on an engineering problem, it’s easy to lose track of time...and get pain in your neck and back. Therapeutic Thai Massage makes your body work again the way it should!”
thaimassagehouston.com Open Daily 10am - 10pm • Walk-ins & Appointments • Gift Certificates Available KATY 1548A S Mason Rd Katy, TX 77450 (281) 395-5652 License # ME2393
SUGAR LAND 4787 Sweetwater Blvd Sugar Land, TX 77479 (281) 310-1787 License # ME2308
BRIAR FOREST 13346 Briar Forest Dr. #150 Houston, TX 77077 (281) 752-9256 License # ME2712
Building a Reputation for by Sarah Warburton
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Excellence
harles Swihart founded Sugar Land PC eleven years ago...and today it’s a Fort Bend favorite. He says, “Our primary role is to provide IT support for area businesses. Our clients include engineering firms, doctors, oil and gas companies, music stores...essentially any business that doesn’t have an IT department. We install servers, network offices, and perform any IT service you might need. A cornerstone of our business is the level of customer service we provide...and that’s what I also expect from the companies I use like Classic Chevrolet.” “I purchased a pre-owned vehicle for my business from Classic Chevrolet and the entire experience was excellent...fast, easy-in-andout, great service. They found me a pre-owned paneled wagon that I got wrapped for Sugar Land PC. Since then I’ve had it in for maintenance a few times, and the experience has been just as good as buying the vehicle in the first place. Ever since Don Kerstetter and his team at Classic Chevy took over that location, it’s been run right. I remember over ten years ago seeing a man sitting on the grass next to the former dealership with a sign saying they “stole his car.” It doesn’t take more than a minute in Classic Chevy to see it’s completely different now. They’ve got a great team in all their departments from sales to service, parts and the body shop.”
“As a local business owner and a New Territory resident for fifteen years, I look for companies that support our community. I’m involved with the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce and I’ve been so impressed with Classic Chevrolet’s philosophy of giving. If you have a favorite non-profit or you’ve been to a charity event in Fort Bend, chances are pretty good they’ve been a contributor. Don really believes in giving back to our community...and I appreciate that!” Classic’s General Sales Manager Mark Kolon says, “A customercentered philosophy is at the heart of everything we do. We know we may only have one chance to impress you...and that takes every member of our team from service to parts to sales.” Don Kerstetter, Owner of Classic Chevrolet says, “Since we took over the dealership that stands at the corner of 59 and 90A five years ago, we’ve made big changes in the building...and even bigger ones in the way customers enjoy the dealership experience. We pride ourselves on transparency, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. You’re always welcome to drop by and see the difference for yourself!”
281-491-9000 13115 Southwest Freeway, Sugar Land, TX 77478
www.classicchevyhouston.com
Board Certified and Certifiably Fun! S
by Amy Sharp ome are wiggly and timid. Others talkative and outgoing. Some have teeth of steel, others are cavity-prone. There’s those that follow the rules, and those that march to the beat of their own drum. There’s those with special needs and those that are ‘typical.’ Dr. Faisal M. Khan at Grand Parkway Pediatric Dental says, “Kids come in all shapes and sizes. It’s one of the reasons the professional education of pediatric dentists includes two to three years of specialized study after becoming a dentist, where child psychology, growth and development, and special health care needs for children are emphasized. The vast differences in the personalities and needs of kids is also one of the reasons I became a pediatric dentist...no two patients are the same and that makes every day a joy!” Dr. Khan has seen or studied it all! He is one of the few BoardCertified Pediatric Dentists/Diplomats of Pediatric Dentistry. A Board-Certified Pediatric dentist, or Diplomat, is a dentist that demonstrates an exceptional knowledge and expertise at a standard not possessed by other dentists. Dr. Khan says, “To receive the designation, The American Board of Pediatric Dentistry verifies credentials and two voluntary examinations must be successfully completed.” According to the American Board of Pediatric Dentists, less than 38% of all pediatric specialists within the United States have earned this status. When your child is in the care of a board-certified pediatric dentist, they are being treated by the best of the best! And don’t worry about your
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little one with special needs...Dr. Khan is a Fellow in Special Care/ Needs Dentistry. But (let’s face it) your kids just aren’t very interested in the credentials of their doctor...what they really want is fun! And that is exactly what they get at Grand Parkway Pediatric Dental. Dr. Khan says, “It’s so much easier to treat a child that is having fun! Our waiting room is filled with toys, room to play and a movie...and the fun doesn’t stop there. Teeth are cleaned while kids lay on orange and white “surf board” beds with TV screens mounted on the ceiling for the kiddo’s enjoyment! Happy kids make a happy dentist!” Dr. Khan grew up in Detroit and began practicing in New York, before relocating to the much warmer temperatures here in Fort Bend County with his wife––Sugar Land native, Samiha Zakaria. He is president of the Houston Academy of Pediatric Dentists and a member of the FBISD Foundation Board of Directors. With two children of his own, Dr. Khan understands the nervousness kids experience when going to the dentist. That’s why he makes it as easy and fun as possible! Grand Parkway Pediatric Dental Dr. Faisal M. Khan, DDS 832-222-TOTS (8687) 7830 W. Grand Parkway S, Suite 270 Richmond, TX 77406 www.grandparkwaypediatricdental.com
Team RIDDLE
The SECRET to SUCCESS
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ver wonder what it takes to become a successful businesswoman? We asked Linda Riddle and her answer was simple...hard work! She says, “When I went out on my own, it was thrilling and terrifying. I took any deal I could and drove all over...nothing was ‘too small.’ I still work just as hard as I did back in the day, because I remember how it all started!” “Before I had the amazing team I have today, I started out as a single mom. I worked in different areas of real estate including construction management, property management, and residential as an assistant to a top producer. Todd and I met and founded Team Riddle thirteen years ago. We’ve grown together as a couple, just as our business has grown and risen to the challenges. As we became more successful, we added more team members, but we still take a hands-on approach.” “Another key component of our success is partnering with the right people like Tom Boyd & Jeff Pope with AMCAP Mortgage Bank. Our business is based on long-term satisfaction and referrals, so we look for people like Tom & Jeff that we can trust to deliver superior service and really take care of our clients. Houses are moving very quickly right now...and we know their team along with ours can move just as quickly to help our clients get the homes they really want.” “My message to other women is that if you have a dream in your heart, you can achieve it through hard work. My parents couldn’t afford to send me to college, so I worked on my own to get where I am today. It’s one reason I find it so rewarding to mentor other women starting out in real estate. There’s hope...I’m living proof that drive and dedication can make a dream come true.”
Re/max Fine Properties ~ Todd & Linda Riddle 4500 Highway 6, Suite A, Sugar Land, TX 77478 Cell: (713) 540-0608 • Business: (281) 340-3771 • Fax: (281) 778-8867 License Number: 520449
www.teamriddle.com
Real Estate Riddles: How important is the mortgage bank you choose? “Incredibly important,” says Tom Boyd, Division President of AMCAP Mortgage Bank. “In order to get the home of your dreams, you need to be able to finance it. In this competitive market, you have to move quickly! That’s why we offer fast approvals and on-time closings, competitive loan rates, several loan programs to fit your financial needs, in-house underwriting for faster turnaround times, and paperless service... so you won’t lose time waiting for original documents.”
AMCAP MORTGAGE PREMIER 9999 Bellaire Boulevard Suite 700 Houston, TX 77036 713-586-0500 office www.amcaploancenter.com/premier
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our little family
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This Great Dad is a Great Pharmacist!
Amy Sharp
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reat dads. Our community is blessed with a lot of them. Ask anyone to tell you what makes a father a Dad and there’s a common theme. Great dads are committed to their families and are always available to talk about anything with their children. When life throws them curveballs, they field them with the family’s best interest in mind. And most of all...great dads have a genuine concern for the well-being of other human beings, especially their kids. Cole, Chloe, and Caitlyn’s dad, Dr. Lance Campbell, Pharm.D, R.Ph at Campbell’s Compounding in Sugar Land is not only a great dad, but also a great pharmacist! Dr. Campbell says, “So many of the wonderful qualities of being a father are also vital to being a successful pharmacist. You want a pharmacist who cares about your well-being, one that views you as family. A great pharmacist is always available to talk with patients and their doctors, keeping the line of
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communication open. And finally, much like parenthood throws you an occasional twist...pharmacology is a rapidly changing discipline. A great pharmacist anticipates changes and is willing to lead the process. That’s one of the reasons I love compounding. It’s the cutting edge of pharmacy and provides people with many more alternatives to improve their quality of life.” Dr. Campbell opened the first Campbell’s Compounding location back in 2003 and his commitment to his “patient family” is unparalleled. Dr. Campbell says, “After working for several compounding pharmacies, I decided it was time to pursue my personal mission...to provide a neighborhood pharmacy that prides itself on customer service by providing a family feel. With the support of my wife, my mother-in-law, my brother, and so many members of my family, we made our start and have been blessed with growth. Our family works hard to help your fam-
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ily feel their best!” Campbell’s accepts major prescription and insurance plans for commercially available medications and specially compounded medications. Auto-refills and free shipping are also available, but they’re always happy to have you stop by and get to know them! “As a dad, I know how important top notch medical care and convenience are when your family is sick,” says Dr. Campbell. “From blood pressure medication to prenatal vitamins to antibiotics to specialized compounded medications, at Campbell’s Compounding, we can take care of your family...like we take care of our own.” Campbell’s Compounding Pharmacy 281-980-2555 “If our staff can’t make it… then you probably don’t need it!” 4760 Sweetwater Blvd. Suite 103 www.campbellscompounding.com
Tastes Like Home
“I
by Katie Rice
’m proud to be a long-time Katy resident,” says Austin Yates of the Texas Mesquite Grill, “and I hope that shines forth in the regional cuisine and downhome atmosphere of the Texas Mesquite Grill. We’ve had such a warm reception locally that we’re opening up a second location in Cypress in August. No matter where you drop by, you’ll find fresh food, big, bright flavors, and as many locallysourced ingredients as possible.” With over twenty years in the restaurant business under his belt (including years as General Manager at Pappas), Austin knew the secret to creating the kind of place he’d want to hang out with his friends and family. He says, “We’ve kept things fresh by choosing local ingredients and making changes with the seasons and with feedback from our customers. Your favorites like our ‘Fifty/Fifty’ appetizers and our awesome burgers and smoked ribs will stay on the menu...but you’ll always find something new. For summer, our chef has created some new specials including grilled oysters on the half shell, mesquite grilled shrimp tacos, and chicken breast stuffed with spinach and blue cheese.”
Once you get a taste of the big flavors and down-home welcome at Texas Mesquite Grill, you’ll be hooked. Enjoy Happy Hour Specials Monday through Friday from 2-7pm or reserve the spacious private room that seats twenty-five and is equipped for presentations. Check ‘em out on Facebook or on twitter at @ TXMesquiteGrill and keep up with the news on live music, Texans events, or the latest in local brews. Want a shindig they’ll never forget? Texas Mesquite offers off-site catering. Austin says, “We’ll do mesquite grilling at your event...it’s been very popular!” “We want to thank our loyal customers for making us their local hangout...and invite all our neighbors here in Katy to drop by. We can’t wait to get to know you!”
Texas Mesquite Grill ~ 281-829-0444
20095 Katy Freeway, Katy, TX 77450 (Southwest corner of Fry & I-10 – next to Conn’s)
www.texasmesquitegrill.com
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More Than the Cabinet Kings of Houston! by Sarah Warburton
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aybe you’ve heard Mike Stevens and Mark Carter of the Kitchen & Bath Showroom called “The Cabinet Kings of Houston”...but they do so much more! Mark says, “Custom cabinetry is near and dear to our hearts, but it’s only one part of what we do. We’re a one-stop-shop to take you from design through every aspect of your remodel to your final vision. One call does it all!” Since 2005, the Kitchen & Bath Showroom has built a reputation as “The People to Know, The Place to Go.” Mike connects with clients, keeps things running smoothly, and has a wealth of knowledge and resources at his fingertips. He says, “In our Showroom you won’t find slick guys with a few days of training and fancy shirts. We put our heart into every job we do. Our entire team has a passion for transforming homes from the inside...and we’ve done over 800 remodeling projects on the west side of Houston alone.” Mark specializes in design and has been designing and installing kitchen cabinets and countertops since 1990. He says, “We’re family-owned and operated, and licensed in Houston, Sugar Land, and all surrounding areas. Mike and I have over fifty years of combined experience in the industry and we live with our families right here in Fort Bend.”
Don’t be overwhelmed by the million steps needed to remodel your kitchen or bathroom...just call the Kitchen & Bath Showroom. Mark says, “We offer design services with a licensed designer, or we can work with your design. We can replace a single element or create an entire kitchen or bath for you from the ground up...with tile, cabinets, countertops, appliances, and more!” Mike adds, “Our clients love knowing up front how much something will cost and love having us coordinate all the details.” Making a single call to the Kitchen & Bath Showroom puts armies of specialists at your service...and makes it simple to orchestrate the work. Mark says “If you’ve got any questions or concerns as the project’s being done, Teri Gilberg aka ‘the Re-Modelista’ sets foot on every job we’ve got. She’s passionate, full of energy, and makes communication easy and clear!” So why were Mike and Mark called the “Cabinet Kings of Houston?” Mike says, “We were pleased to receive that compliment from a happy customer for whom we installed cabinets... but we do so much more and we’re always at your service. In our world, the customer is king!”
ONE call does it all! 832-535-2501 Cabinets Showroom 928 Farm-to-Market 359, Richmond, TX 77469 www.theshowroomtx.com Appliance & Cabinets Showroom 12440 S.Sam Houston Pkwy W. Houston, Texas 77031 www.builtinappliancecenter.com
Re-Modelista: Your Home Renovation Specialist “We Get the Job Done!” 832-535-2501 www.theremodelista.com
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The Taste of Home
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hen local kids like Andrew Salti, a senior at the University of Houston, come home from college, they make a beeline for one special place... Pepperoni’s. You just can’t get pizza that good anyplace else! Andrew’s dad, Ray founded the first Pepperoni’s back in 1990 as an old-style relaxed pizza parlor with a friendly and family-oriented atmosphere. He says, “As a parent who has raised three pizza-loving boys, I was concerned about the ingredients in the food my kids ate...so I decided to go all-natural and use only 100% unbleached, untreated wheat flour. Food should taste good...and be good for you, too!” Nothing is as delicious as a really well-made pizza. The team at Pepperoni’s masterfully assembles pies to order out with crusts made with organic flour, the perfect balance of tomato sauce, mozzarella and over twentyfive toppings including standards like pepperoni or fresh mushrooms and speciality toppings like meatballs,
eggplant, or artichoke hearts. Pepperoni’s also offers a gluten-free crust, as well as low-fat cheese and vegan cheese upon request. Although specializing in pizza, Pepperoni’s offers subs, salads, pastas, calzones, wings and desserts. Pepperoni’s first location was such a success that today you’ll find ten restaurants in the greater Houston area. Dine-in or order out for pizza made the right way every time. Over the last seven years, Ray opened two critically-acclaimed, farm-to-table restaurants: Ray’s Gourmet Country in Fulshear and Sorrel Urban Bistro in Houston (named one of the Top Ten New Restaurants in America of 2012 by Gayot Magazine) with its ever-changing daily menu. He says, “Whether friends and families gather for a casual meal, a fine dining experience, or order out for pizza, you deserve fresh, high-quality ingredients for delicious food you’ll feel good about eating. Only the best was good enough for my sons...and only the best will do for you and your family!”
Order online at www.pepperonis.net, download their app, drop by or call your neighborhood location for a tasty Fort Bend original! www.pepperonis.net First Colony Greatwood Fulshear Katy (281) 265-5555 (281) 545-3333 (281) 533-0000 (281) 394-5565 Sienna Pecan Grove Riverstone Rosenberg Montrose (281) 778-7888 (281) 239-6565 (281) 261-6665 (832) 595-0550 (713) 526-0202
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KEEPING YOU
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HOT GIRL!
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Bryan arrives at Hoover Home
Checks out vent on ladder
Girl happy!
Parents happy!
Sarah Warburton
“A
ir conditioning is one of those fields where you’re going on faith,” says Dan Hoover. “I know absolutely nothing about my air conditioner, so when someone starts spouting technical terms and telling me how much for parts and how much for labor and how much for freon...who knows if they’re telling the truth? You need someone you can trust like I trust All Out A/C.” “Years ago I used some other A/C company. They had a sales person come out with the team and everything he said ran up the bill. When they were done the total was $2500, so I thought it would be worthwhile to get a second opinion. Turns out they hadn’t even correctly identified the problem in the first place!” “I’ve known Bryan Bellamy through family for over twelve years. When I learned that he and Chance Kamp were the owners of All Out A/C, I knew I’d found an A/C company I could trust! Their team has always done an outstanding job working on both the A/Cs in my home and both of the ones in my other property. Those houses and their A/C systems were new, but he’s handled all the maintenance and service perfectly.” “When I was talking with Bryan, I told him we had a “hot spot” in my daughter’s bedroom. It has one vent, but the room faces west and it really heats up in the afternoon. Bryan said he had an easy, inexpensive fix for that! They came out and ran another duct off our original A/C to a new vent in her room...and it looks like it’s always been there!” “Ever since I’ve recommended Bryan to my neighbors, my friends, and my family...and they’ve used him and recommend him, too! When it’s 95 degrees outside and you’re desperate, you need an A/C company
you can trust like All Out A/C. Call Mr. A/C for the straight story... he’s a good guy!” When it comes to comfort, nobody beats Mr. A/C and the team at All Out. Bryan says, “A new dual-speed unit will run in a lower, quieter, more energy-efficient setting….essentially it doesn’t have to work as hard to keep you cool. Customers have told us their electric bill dropped so much the new A/C actually paid for itself! Today you’ll enjoy limited time offers on qualifying systems including a Centerpoint instant rebate of up to $1450 and instant manufacturers rebates of up to $1200. We always offer quotes at no charge and we have 100% financing and options that include no payment for first whole year with approved credit. Don’t wait for an emergency to get a new energy-efficient A/C system...these deals won’t last!”
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Life is a Highway
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by Katie Rice
ou know how some kids are just crazy about Tonka trucks? Instead of outgrowing his love of big ol’ four-wheeling trucks, Chance Kamp found a way to make his childhood passion into his profession….and as his dreams got bigger, the trucks did too! “I started All Out Offroad back in 1991 as a small store in a tiny building with a single service bay and one tinting area.” says Chance. “Soon after that, Gino Mindicta and Luke Richard joined the team and we really took off! My biggest support has always been my wife, Laura...she allowed the big kid in me to remain a kid and supported my decision to make a life out of playing with monster trucks.” For over twenty years, the team at All Out Offroad’s locations in Richmond, Stafford and the newest location in Pearland has tricked out cars, trucks, jeeps, and SUV’s with the latest and greatest accessories. Their skills were put
to the test on the hit CMT show “Trick My...What?!” starring John Schneider and the team from the Richmond location’s “Lonestar Speed Shop.” Chance says, “All our guys love talking about the ways you can accessorize your car, truck, or SUV. We’ve got accessories to increase your fuel mileage and boost your horsepower. We’ll add tint to the windows, fix you up with racks, gear boxes and coolers…anything you want. Get a sportier look for your car or truck with new rear spoilers, new seats, dashboard accessories, or custom rims. We also offer spray-in liners for your truck bed…and we can add a tool box, ladder rack, or running board. If you can drive it, we can trick it out…and service it, too!” What a wild ride it’s been! Vehicles from All Out Offroad have won awards and been featured in magazines like “Truckin,” “4-Wheeler,” and “Street Trucks,” and at shows including
“SEMA,” “Texas Heat Wave,” “Texas Show Down,” “Houston Auto-rama,” “4 Wheel Jamboree,” “Coffee and Cars Houston,” and “Summer Jam Custom Car Show.” Chance says, “Life is a highway...and I can’t wait to see what’s around the next corner!” All Out Offroad 1 (home of the Lonestar Speed Shop) 281-341-9494 708 Hwy 90A Richmond, TX. 77406 All Out Offroad 2 281-499-3806 13261 Murphy Rd. Stafford, TX. 77477 All Out Offroad 3 281-485-7003 2720 Westminster Rd. Pearland, TX 77581 www.alloutoffroad.com
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