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Royal Oaks Country Club Cover Home
Featured Exclusively By Heritage Texas Properties
July | August 2014
If your home is currently listed, this is not a solicitation for that listing. Produced by UpscaleRealEstateMarketing.com • 877.660.0996
www.HeritageTexas.com281.679.0101
11689 Westheimer, Suite C • Houston, TX 77077
BRANDEY HECKEROTH
JOANNE ESKRIDGE
CHARLIE ESKRIDGE
AMANDAWALSH
3507 Avignon | 5+/ 5-1/4Breathtaking CUSTOM Estate home on 12th fairway at ROCC. Manicured
landscape & stunning curb appeal. Iron front doors, travertine floors, formal living & sprawling dining room, master (+) secondary bedroom down, 2
planning stations, library with privacy doors, game room, media room, full quarters including bedroom, bath & living area (or) huge flex room/gym or 6th bedroom. Nestled in a quiet cul-de-sac, FABULOUS resort style pool with water features, fountains, spa, etc. Many amenities, great location, incredible views!
Featured Cover Property
3103 Noble LakesStunning Estate Home | 4 / 3-3 / 3
Open plan with elevator, adjoining guest house and amazing views.
2814 Tudor ManorSpacious 3 Story Villa on a Corner Lot
3 / 3-1 / 2Lushly landscaped covered patio draws you outside.
11806 MontmarteStunning Custom Home | 5 / 3-1 / 2
Breathtaking entry, circle drive, fabulous golf/lake views.
2906 Rosemary ParkImmaculate Custom Home | 4 / 4 / 2
Gated courtyard entry, casita, natural water feature.
11415 Noblewood CrestSpectacular View of #3 Green & Fairway
5 / 3-3 / 3Large 5 bedroom home in immaculate condition.
11609 Gallant RidgeBeautiful Home | 4 / 3-1 / 3
Grand two-story entry, open design and backyard oasis.
www.HeritageTexas.com
Be Cool and Save MoneyReduce Your Air Conditioning Costs
The Tasting Room’sTraditional & Funky Fresh Hummus
Calling all seasoned travelers! Want to impress your sweetheart or your fabulous family like never before? Consider planning a stylish summer trip and book your own private jet for an unforgettable weekend getaway. It’s the ultimate in luxury and convenience... and believe it or not, it’s more affordable than you might think. Whetheryou’reflyingtoSanFranciscofor a business trip or heading to cooler climes for a quick escape, private jets offer the perks of your own personal plane, available only when you need it. The biggest advantage? You will save a ton of time by not waiting on long lines at check-in and eliminating connecting flightsaltogether.Howdoesarrivingamere 5 to 15 minutes prior to departure sound? And those long security lines? Yes,youskipthose,too.Smallerprivateplanesarealsoabletoflyintosmallerairports, which may be closer to your
ultimate destination. This of course saves you additional time. In fact, aviation experts estimate you can save four and a half hours per flighteachtimeyou book a private charter plane. Charter jets offer several luxurious types of aircraft, depending on your destination, length of trip, and number of passengers. Plane varieties include small turbo prop planes and light jets all the way up to mid and heavy jets.Imagineabusinessflightduringwhich you and your associates can work in comfortable conference-style seating maximizingefficiencyintheair.Ifflyingfor pleasure, you’ll savor the catered cuisine that is nothing like standard airplane fare. And you’ll arrive at your destination refreshed after visiting the private restroom. Andfinally,youalsogettheadvantageof choosing your travel companions. No more chatty passengers disturbing you if you want to catch up on sleep, no more crying babies if you’re trying to work, and no more lines for a shared bathroom. You’re also allowed much more freedom on board the plane, since it’s your own personal chartered plane.
The cost for these perks? You can expect to pay somewhere between $3,000to$6,000perhourofflight, depending on the class of airplane selected.So-called“emptyleg” flightsareonewaytocutdownon yourexpenses.Sinceapproximately 40 percent of all private charter return tripflightsflywithnopassengersinthecabin,savvyflierscanbookthesefaresat up to 50 percent off regular rates. Sonexttimeyou’relookingtosplurge a bit, consider whisking your sweetie off for a romantic getaway in Las Vegas or flyingyourextendedclanofftoafamilyreunion in Aspen, all in your own private jet. It will be the trip of a lifetime... and may be the beginning of a new way to travel. Wheels up, anyone?
During the summer months it might be time to take a hard look at your cooling system and determine if you could savesignificantmoneybyupgradingorreplacingit. Heatingandcoolingisthebiggestenergyuserinmosthomes, accounting for more than 40 percent of a home’s energy bills. Agoodfirststepistohaveanenergyassessmentdoneonyourhomebyanenergyefficiencyprofessional.Theassessment can range from a simple walk-through up to a comprehensive audit that includes blower-door tests that pressurize the house so energy leaks can be detected and duct-blaster tests to test for integrity of the duct system. When looking for an auditor, look for someone with a HomeEnergyRatingSystem(HERS)rating.Yourlocalutilitycompany may subsidize the cost of the audit. Onceyoumakeyourhomemoreenergyefficientwithwell-sealed ductwork and adequate insulation, a properly programmed thermostat is another way to save money on heating and cooling costs. Programmable thermostats let
you automatically reduce your energy usage when you are out of the house by adjusting the temperature so that your cooling system will run less while you are away. IfyourHVACsystemismorethan10yearsold,replacingthe old system may be the way to go. A new system could better heat or cool your home making you more comfortable and saving you money in the long run. ByinvestinginthehighestenergyratedHVACsystempossible now, you are hedging your bets against higher energy costs in the future.
Theefficiencyofcentralaircondition-ing systems is rated by a SeasonalEnergyEfficiencyRatio(SEER).Youcanthinkofitasmilespergallon,thehighertheSEER,the lower the utility bill. As of January
2006,theminimumallowableefficiencyfornewaircon-ditionersis13-SEER.Systemsmanufacturedtodayrangefrom13to24-SEER.Airconditionersratedcloserto24-SEERcan cost half as much to run as those with the minimum
limit. Look for models with the EnergyStar rating because thosemodelsareabout10to15percentmoreefficientthanstandardmodels.SeekaqualifiedHVACprofessionalto do a load calculation to properly size your system. YourHVACsystemisabiginvestment.Bydoingalittleresearch and considering these factors, your wallet will thank you in the long run.
CHICKPEAHUMMUS4 garlic cloves2 c canned chickpeas, drained1 1/2 tsp kosher salt1/3 c tahini 2 lemons, freshly squeezed2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
DIRECTIONS:Usethesteelbladeofyourfoodprocessor.Processgarlicuntil it’s minced. Add the rest of the ingredients to the food processor and process until the hummus is coarsely pureed. Taste, for seasoning, and serve chilled. Garnish with chickpeas and drizzle with extra virgin olive oil.
BLACKBEANHUMMUS4 garlic cloves2 c canned black beans, drained1 ½ tsp kosher salt2 lemons, freshly squeezed2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
DIRECTIONS:Usethesteelbladeofyourfoodprocessor.Processgarlicuntil it’s minced. Add the rest of the ingredients to the food processor and process until the hummus is coarsely pureed. Taste, for seasoning, and serve chilled. Garnish with fresh pico de gallo.
Finishoffthedishwithanassortmentoffreshcrackersor pita chips.
The Princess BrideMarketSquarePark|July11713.650.3022|MarketSquarePark.comForgetabouttrekkingtothe‘burbsforyourAlamofix.JoinusforafilmunderthestarsastheRollingRoadshowpresents, The Princess Bride, a classic fairy tale about a beautiful princess who escapes the custody of an evil prince and reunites with her one true love.
HoustonWorldSeriesofDogShowsReliantPark|July16-20713.629.3700|HoustonDogShows.comJoinusforthe37thAnnualHoustonWorldSeriesofDogShows,thecity’spremiercanineextravaganza.Yourwhole family will enjoy the lively performance events and exhibitions, relay races and conformation judging, plus seminars, displays and shopping. Absolutely everything to do with dogs and the people who love them will be happeningattheHoustonWorldSeriesofDogShows.
FirstSaturdayArtsMarket548W19thStreet|August2713.802.1213|FirstSaturdayArtsMarket.comFirstSaturdayArtsMarketisamonthlyoutdoorfineartsevent featuring the works of dozens of visual artists locatedintheHistoricHoustonHeights.Themarketshowcases paintings, sculpture, photography, jewelry and handcrafted items. Bring the entire family and enjoy live music and delicious fare from some of the area’s best gourmet food trucks.
CelebrityMysteryTheaterTheSpaghettiWarehouse|August9713.305.8117|CelebrityMysteryTheater.comCelebrityMysteryDinnerTheateristhefunniestmostunique murder mystery. Imagine yourself enjoying dinner socializing with friends, having a few drinks ....when suddenly a murder is committed. Let the wacky antics of two famous detectives, never seen together before, amuse you as they hilariously solve the crime. Whodidit?...Wasit...FranDrescher,MarilynMonroe,Cher,ElizabethTaylor,BillClinton,JoanCrawford,...orwasit you? With this all-star celebrity look-a-like cast, you never know who may come through the door!
MagnaCartaHoustonMuseumofNaturalScience|ThroughAugust17713.639.4629|HMNS.orgAnoriginaleditionofthe“MagnaCarta,”andtheonlyknownexampleoftheKing’sWrit—aletterfromKingJohntotheSheriffofGloucesterannouncingthesigningoftheMagnaCarta—isvisitingHoustonfromitshomeinHerefordCathedral.TheMagnaCartaisconsideredtobe Great Britain’s most valuable export to the world and isamodeluponwhichtheUnitedStatesConstitution wasbased.TheMagnaCartacontinuestoserveas thedefinitivedocumentmodelingbasiccivilliberties,and is the source of many of the most fundamental concepts of law.
JULY|AUGUST2014
HUMMUS TWO WAYS
TheTastingRoomatUptownPark713.993.9800|TastingRoomWines.com
In Good Taste Event Calendar
COOLING EFFICIENTLY
Calling all seasoned travelers! Want to impress your sweetheart or your fabulous family like never before? Consider planning a stylish summer trip and book your own private jet for an unforgettable weekend getaway. It’s the ultimate in luxury and convenience... and believe it or not, it’s more affordable than you might think. Whetheryou’reflyingtoSanFranciscofor a business trip or heading to cooler climes for a quick escape, private jets offer the perks of your own personal plane, available only when you need it. The biggest advantage? You will save a ton of time by not waiting on long lines at check-in and eliminating connecting flightsaltogether.Howdoesarrivingamere 5 to 15 minutes prior to departure sound? And those long security lines? Yes,youskipthose,too.Smallerprivateplanesarealsoabletoflyintosmallerairports, which may be closer to your
ultimate destination. This of course saves you additional time. In fact, aviation experts estimate you can save four and a half hours per flighteachtimeyou book a private charter plane. Charter jets offer several luxurious types of aircraft, depending on your destination, length of trip, and number of passengers. Plane varieties include small turbo prop planes and light jets all the way up to mid and heavy jets.Imagineabusinessflightduringwhich you and your associates can work in comfortable conference-style seating maximizingefficiencyintheair.Ifflyingfor pleasure, you’ll savor the catered cuisine that is nothing like standard airplane fare. And you’ll arrive at your destination refreshed after visiting the private restroom. Andfinally,youalsogettheadvantageof choosing your travel companions. No more chatty passengers disturbing you if you want to catch up on sleep, no more crying babies if you’re trying to work, and no more lines for a shared bathroom. You’re also allowed much more freedom on board the plane, since it’s your own personal chartered plane.
The cost for these perks? You can expect to pay somewhere between $3,000to$6,000perhourofflight, depending on the class of airplane selected.So-called“emptyleg” flightsareonewaytocutdownon yourexpenses.Sinceapproximately 40 percent of all private charter return tripflightsflywithnopassengersinthecabin,savvyflierscanbookthesefaresat up to 50 percent off regular rates. Sonexttimeyou’relookingtosplurge a bit, consider whisking your sweetie off for a romantic getaway in Las Vegas or flyingyourextendedclanofftoafamilyreunion in Aspen, all in your own private jet. It will be the trip of a lifetime... and may be the beginning of a new way to travel. Wheels up, anyone?
During the summer months it might be time to take a hard look at your cooling system and determine if you could savesignificantmoneybyupgradingorreplacingit. Heatingandcoolingisthebiggestenergyuserinmosthomes, accounting for more than 40 percent of a home’s energy bills. Agoodfirststepistohaveanenergyassessmentdoneonyourhomebyanenergyefficiencyprofessional.Theassessment can range from a simple walk-through up to a comprehensive audit that includes blower-door tests that pressurize the house so energy leaks can be detected and duct-blaster tests to test for integrity of the duct system. When looking for an auditor, look for someone with a HomeEnergyRatingSystem(HERS)rating.Yourlocalutilitycompany may subsidize the cost of the audit. Onceyoumakeyourhomemoreenergyefficientwithwell-sealed ductwork and adequate insulation, a properly programmed thermostat is another way to save money on heating and cooling costs. Programmable thermostats let
you automatically reduce your energy usage when you are out of the house by adjusting the temperature so that your cooling system will run less while you are away. IfyourHVACsystemismorethan10yearsold,replacingthe old system may be the way to go. A new system could better heat or cool your home making you more comfortable and saving you money in the long run. ByinvestinginthehighestenergyratedHVACsystempossible now, you are hedging your bets against higher energy costs in the future.
Theefficiencyofcentralaircondition-ing systems is rated by a SeasonalEnergyEfficiencyRatio(SEER).Youcanthinkofitasmilespergallon,thehighertheSEER,the lower the utility bill. As of January
2006,theminimumallowableefficiencyfornewaircon-ditionersis13-SEER.Systemsmanufacturedtodayrangefrom13to24-SEER.Airconditionersratedcloserto24-SEERcan cost half as much to run as those with the minimum
limit. Look for models with the EnergyStar rating because thosemodelsareabout10to15percentmoreefficientthanstandardmodels.SeekaqualifiedHVACprofessionalto do a load calculation to properly size your system. YourHVACsystemisabiginvestment.Bydoingalittleresearch and considering these factors, your wallet will thank you in the long run.
CHICKPEAHUMMUS4 garlic cloves2 c canned chickpeas, drained1 1/2 tsp kosher salt1/3 c tahini 2 lemons, freshly squeezed2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
DIRECTIONS:Usethesteelbladeofyourfoodprocessor.Processgarlicuntil it’s minced. Add the rest of the ingredients to the food processor and process until the hummus is coarsely pureed. Taste, for seasoning, and serve chilled. Garnish with chickpeas and drizzle with extra virgin olive oil.
BLACKBEANHUMMUS4 garlic cloves2 c canned black beans, drained1 ½ tsp kosher salt2 lemons, freshly squeezed2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
DIRECTIONS:Usethesteelbladeofyourfoodprocessor.Processgarlicuntil it’s minced. Add the rest of the ingredients to the food processor and process until the hummus is coarsely pureed. Taste, for seasoning, and serve chilled. Garnish with fresh pico de gallo.
Finishoffthedishwithanassortmentoffreshcrackersor pita chips.
The Princess BrideMarketSquarePark|July11713.650.3022|MarketSquarePark.comForgetabouttrekkingtothe‘burbsforyourAlamofix.JoinusforafilmunderthestarsastheRollingRoadshowpresents, The Princess Bride, a classic fairy tale about a beautiful princess who escapes the custody of an evil prince and reunites with her one true love.
HoustonWorldSeriesofDogShowsReliantPark|July16-20713.629.3700|HoustonDogShows.comJoinusforthe37thAnnualHoustonWorldSeriesofDogShows,thecity’spremiercanineextravaganza.Yourwhole family will enjoy the lively performance events and exhibitions, relay races and conformation judging, plus seminars, displays and shopping. Absolutely everything to do with dogs and the people who love them will be happeningattheHoustonWorldSeriesofDogShows.
FirstSaturdayArtsMarket548W19thStreet|August2713.802.1213|FirstSaturdayArtsMarket.comFirstSaturdayArtsMarketisamonthlyoutdoorfineartsevent featuring the works of dozens of visual artists locatedintheHistoricHoustonHeights.Themarketshowcases paintings, sculpture, photography, jewelry and handcrafted items. Bring the entire family and enjoy live music and delicious fare from some of the area’s best gourmet food trucks.
CelebrityMysteryTheaterTheSpaghettiWarehouse|August9713.305.8117|CelebrityMysteryTheater.comCelebrityMysteryDinnerTheateristhefunniestmostunique murder mystery. Imagine yourself enjoying dinner socializing with friends, having a few drinks ....when suddenly a murder is committed. Let the wacky antics of two famous detectives, never seen together before, amuse you as they hilariously solve the crime. Whodidit?...Wasit...FranDrescher,MarilynMonroe,Cher,ElizabethTaylor,BillClinton,JoanCrawford,...orwasit you? With this all-star celebrity look-a-like cast, you never know who may come through the door!
MagnaCartaHoustonMuseumofNaturalScience|ThroughAugust17713.639.4629|HMNS.orgAnoriginaleditionofthe“MagnaCarta,”andtheonlyknownexampleoftheKing’sWrit—aletterfromKingJohntotheSheriffofGloucesterannouncingthesigningoftheMagnaCarta—isvisitingHoustonfromitshomeinHerefordCathedral.TheMagnaCartaisconsideredtobe Great Britain’s most valuable export to the world and isamodeluponwhichtheUnitedStatesConstitution wasbased.TheMagnaCartacontinuestoserveas thedefinitivedocumentmodelingbasiccivilliberties,and is the source of many of the most fundamental concepts of law.
JULY|AUGUST2014
HUMMUS TWO WAYS
TheTastingRoomatUptownPark713.993.9800|TastingRoomWines.com
In Good Taste Event Calendar
COOLING EFFICIENTLY
Royal Oaks Country Club Cover Home
Featured Exclusively By Heritage Texas Properties
July | August 2014
If your home is currently listed, this is not a solicitation for that listing. Produced by UpscaleRealEstateMarketing.com • 877.660.0996
www.HeritageTexas.com281.679.0101
11689 Westheimer, Suite C • Houston, TX 77077
BRANDEY HECKEROTH
JOANNE ESKRIDGE
CHARLIE ESKRIDGE
AMANDAWALSH
3507 Avignon | 5+/ 5-1/4Breathtaking CUSTOM Estate home on 12th fairway at ROCC. Manicured
landscape & stunning curb appeal. Iron front doors, travertine floors, formal living & sprawling dining room, master (+) secondary bedroom down, 2
planning stations, library with privacy doors, game room, media room, full quarters including bedroom, bath & living area (or) huge flex room/gym or 6th bedroom. Nestled in a quiet cul-de-sac, FABULOUS resort style pool with water features, fountains, spa, etc. Many amenities, great location, incredible views!
Featured Cover Property
3103 Noble LakesStunning Estate Home | 4 / 3-3 / 3
Open plan with elevator, adjoining guest house and amazing views.
2814 Tudor ManorSpacious 3 Story Villa on a Corner Lot
3 / 3-1 / 2Lushly landscaped covered patio draws you outside.
11806 MontmarteStunning Custom Home | 5 / 3-1 / 2
Breathtaking entry, circle drive, fabulous golf/lake views.
2906 Rosemary ParkImmaculate Custom Home | 4 / 4 / 2
Gated courtyard entry, casita, natural water feature.
11415 Noblewood CrestSpectacular View of #3 Green & Fairway
5 / 3-3 / 3Large 5 bedroom home in immaculate condition.
11609 Gallant RidgeBeautiful Home | 4 / 3-1 / 3
Grand two-story entry, open design and backyard oasis.
www.HeritageTexas.com
Be Cool and Save MoneyReduce Your Air Conditioning Costs
The Tasting Room’sTraditional & Funky Fresh Hummus
