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Saturday, September 30, 2006

Houston Real Estate

Houston is a hotbed for new residential development. Ever since the housing slump of 1980's and early 90's, Houston is on the rebound, constructions are flourishing, and new residential developments continue to boom. Houston Real Estate is not known for appreciation value like California, Las Vegas, or the East Coast. But, prices here are fairly stable and seem to defy downward housing price trends nowadays.

Due to the low housing cost, Houston Real Estate is very attractive especially for out of town investors. Having made lots of money in markets like California, investors can purchase many properties here in Houston for lease and rent.

Sunday, September 24, 2006

Music Videos Chinese

Below are a list of newly add videos to ChinatownConnection.com.

Chinese Music Videos
Fairytale Music Video (Chinese, Very Touching)
Jolin Tsai: Hao Xiang Ni

Friday, September 15, 2006

Q: I live in Orlando, and I'm thinking about visiting Houston this winter. I have a few question about Houston Chinatown if someone can help me: How many chinatown are there, and where are they located at??? I know the new chinatown on Bellaire, but where's is the old chinatown, and is there another one in Sugarland??? I'm also looking for a average hotel to stay (if you know any), not too pricey, I'm still a college student, and I'm considering moving here after I graduate. Please help out, thanks.You can ask me about Orlando if anyone wants to visit here.

A: Hi Jeff, here are answers to your questions:1. In reality, there is one Chinatown in Houston now. The New Chinatown on Bellaire Blvd. The old Chinatown in downtown is nothing but runned down abandoned buildings and a few Vietnamese stores. Sugar Land has a "shopping plaza" with some Chinese restaurants in Houston , cafes like CoCo's, KingBo II, etc. and a supermarket, Wel Farm. You can of course view our dining guide to find there location.2. On the hotel scene, if you want to stay in Chinatown (or real close), there is the Hilton Garden Inn. Visit our Houston Hotel, Motel Guide for the contact and location. Prices I believe are ok, but you may have to go through the internet pricing for this hotel.I hope this helps and if you have any more questions, feel free to ask! Alot of people here can help you as well. Of course, visit our main page Houston Asian Guide if you have not already done so and it can answer all of your questions as well. I hope you enjoy your visit this winter!

Thursday, September 07, 2006

Eggplant To Fu Thai Recipe

Ingredients:------------3/4 lb Japanese eggplant (about 3 cups sliced)1/4 lb tofu6 T oil2-3 cloves garlic, crushed1-5 red chili peppers, seeded and chopped10-15 sweet basil leaves1-3 T yellow bean sauce (yellow bean sauce from Thailand is saltier than sauce from Hong Kong or China, so season to taste)Instructions:-------------Slice unpeeled eggplant crosswise into slices 1/8-inch thick. Cut tofuinto 1/2-inch cubes. Heat oil in skillet; add garlic and stir-fry untillight brown (don't burn!). Add eggplant and tofu and cook for 5 to 7minutes. Add remaining ingredients; mix gently. Serve immediately,since eggplant and basil turn dark if dish sits after cooking. Makes 3to 4 servings. Visit Thai recipes for more delicious Thai food.