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Casa Ortiz

Casa OrtizWhen Maria and Pedro Ortiz started their small catering business more than 15 years ago, it was out of a real necessity to provide for their family after job losses and what was then a declining economy in the area. The now well-known Casa Ortiz is the result. Cooking and preparing meals for large groups had always been a hobby for this family, each having their own strong individual talents that would eventually lend itself to their now thriving business. Pedro was great on the grill, making brisket and Bar-B-Q; Maria had a flair for pasta and potato salad, one item she has always been well known for. Now, this devout Christian family all participates in various areas of the business, their daughters Gracie, Patty, and Jessica all have a hand in the day-to-day operations of the catering business itself and also the restaurant, which started off as a small location with only five tables. The Casa Ortiz location has now widely expanded and has been open more than 6 years...

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O'Deli's

More than 14 years ago, Gail Kimbrell brought O’Deli’s to Odessa Texas, and now is recognized as a local favorite in our area. Featuring hot sandwiches such as the Tuna Melt and a unique Portabella Mushroom sandwich, they also provide a large selection of cold sandwiches such as the California Club and Chicken Salad Croissant. With soups, desserts, salads, and an impressive full “Waist Watcher” menu to add to your options, O’Deli’s is an exceptional restaurant that also provides full catering services, daily specials, and group box lunches for your business meeting or other events. Now O’Deli’s is introducing “Suppers to Go”, call for a full menu. Visit them at 1349 E. 8th, or contact them at 432.332.3354.

Harvest Caffe

Baja Chicken Enchilada or Roasted Pablano soup, Southwest Chipotle Burger with home-made fries or chips, Southwest Blackened Chicken Salad with Black Bean Salsa… these are just a few of the tempting options at Harvest Caffe in Midland Texas. The environment of Harvest Caffe is relaxed and eclectic, with free WIFI, and accommodating rooms available for small groups or business meetings. They also cater all types of events and have many healthy food options including Turkey, Veggie, and Hummus Wraps. Visit their website at www.HarvestCaffe.com or call them at 432.218-8331. They are located at 2101 W. Wadley #8, next door to Joe James Salon.

Cigar Frog’s Celebrates Anniversary of Repeal of Prohibition in Style...

On April 7, 1933 prohibition is repealed for beer and wine of no more than 3.2% alcohol ... eight months later the 21st amendment ended prohibition completely.  On April 7, 2010 Cigar Frog’s will celebrate this anniversary in style by hosting a Wine Tasting with fruit and hors d’oeuvres on the patio. The event will feature Old Savannah Sweet Tea, Hall Sauvignon Blanc, M&R Rose’ Sparkling Rose’ Wine, Toad Hollow Chardonay & Candoni Moscato. The event kicks off at 7:00 p.m. Advance tickets are just $25 and tickets at the door are $30. For more information call 432.687.1671.

Osaka Japanese Steakhouse

Osaka Japanese Steakhouse

“The Show Never Stops” at Osaka Japanese SteakHouse & Seafood restaurant. Entrée choices are unlimited here, with fish, steak, calamari, scallops, or lobster and shrimp, they also have appetizers & salads, many side orders, and a full children’s menu. For a fun variation, your Osaka chef will prepare your meal at your table with flashing knives and unforgettable shows. All their entrée meals include original recipes, unique sauces, Japanese-style vegetables, and steamed rice. Osaka also carries low fat and full vegetarian dishes. Visit their website at www.osakaodessa.com or call them at (432) 550-5533. Osaka restaurant is located at 4023 JBS Parkway.

Midland Downtown Farmer's Market is Open!

Spring time is here and that mean the Midland Downtown Farmer's Market is back! The market open every Saturday through November from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.  The market is located at 501 W. Texas in downtown Midland.  The maket has a wide varity of venders and products including vegetables, fruits, home-made dog and cat treats, home-made breads and desserts, meats, local honey, relishes, spices and much more.

For more information about the market go to www.midlanddowntownfarmersmarket.com.