Here is a list of the following dessert places I find ever, so delectable:
Many of you Houstonians may have heard of Hank’s Ice Cream, maybe not. Hank’s is located near the Reliant Energy Complex, and they also have a Hank’s in ATL. Daniel is the one that introduced me to Hank’s. He had read reviews on b4-u-eat.com and everyone raved about Hank’s. Hank, the owner, works at the Houston one. They offer a variety of flavors, made fresh daily. Some of their most popular flavors are: Banana Pudding (my favorite), Orange Chocolate Chip, Butter Pecan (Daniel’s favorite), and Oreo Cookie. Those of you that live in the Northwest Houston area/Cypress, and you don’t want to drive that far for ice cream, I have a solution for you! Daniel discovered this place last week. McNeil’s Creamery serves Hank’s ice cream. The guy that owns the store is Hank’s cousin. McNeil’s is located next to Skeeter’s off Hwy 6 and 290. You should check-check it out!!
The Ultimate Cupcake Showdown
Back in summer of 2007, Amanda and I visited Sprinkles in Dallas (currently the only one in TX), and that is when my and Amanda’s obsession over cupcakes was born. Thankfully, Sprinkles will be gracing Houston with their presence fall of 2009 (fingers crossed). But if you’re in the need of a really GOOD cupcake now, in Houston, you have got to check out this place…………..
Crave! A couple of months ago, Amanda (my cupcake buddy), Daniel, and I visited Crave, which is located in Uptown Park. I have to say Crave is pretty comparable to Sprinkles. I could live without Sprinkles now knowing that Crave is just as good! I personally like their Red Velvet better than at Sprinkles. I am a huge Red Velvet fan- grew up eating it all time in Georgia (the real thing, not box). I tend to judge people’s Red Velvet pretty harshly. Needless to say, Sprinkles’ cupcake was a bit dry and did not have as much of a coco taste as I like. This is all based on my opinion and taste buds. So, you be the judge! Let me know what your thoughts are on this cupcake battle.
My next cupcake stop will be Hey Cupcake! in Austin!
My next favorite place to visit when I’m craving something sweet is Ritter’s Frozen Custard. Now no offense to Connie’s or Katie’s, but Ritter’s is different- it’s better! Ritter’s does not just serve vanilla and chocolate with toppings, but they offer about three different flavors a day, all made fresh. So, if you’re ever in the Katy area, I highly recommend you check out Ritter’s!! It will change your life. Also, there’s only one in Texas! I just had some for Teacher Appreciation Week at school- it was the best!! :)
My last place on the list has a mix of everything. If you’re in the mood for a cupcake, a piece of pie or cheesecake, cookies, cake, or perhaps, a dessert beverage, then you definitely need to check out Ooh La La in Katy! Ooh La La is SUPER cute! My favorite thing to get there are their cupcake truffles- oh my goodness, I thought I’d died and gone to heaven!! I have also tried their cheesecake (Red Velvet-yum o!), frozen hot chocolate, Margaritaville cake (so good), and cupcakes, which are good but not great (like Crave). Ooh La La is just the ultimate place for dessert.
It is clear that I have a sweet tooth or teeth. Maybe you will enjoy these places as much as I have. I should get paid for all of this advertising. Next “Favorite Things” will be restaurants. Have a sweet weekend!
2 comments:
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i was messing around looking at google reader on my phone on the drive home from dinner tonight. i see you have a new post about desserts so i begin reading and convince evan that we must try one of these places immediately. we headed to crave and were not disappointed. ev and adelaide stayed in the car while i ran in to get us a sampler to eat back at home. i returned to the car with the cutest box filled with a red velvet, vanilla, and dark chocolate cupcakes. once we got home and opened it they had thrown in a coconut one too! i'm still smiling thinking about how yummy they all were. thanks for the info!
I REALLY appreciate all the dessert advice. As you saw on my last post, I am also a huge dessert fan and will definitely be trying some of your suggestions. Thanks!!
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