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Chris Shepherd dishes on why he closed Underbelly, name of new spot

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It’s a day so highly anticipated — and in many circles, dreaded — it’s a wonder that Houston congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee hasn’t declared March 31, 2018 as Underbelly Day. Lauded chef-owner Chris Shepherd’s signature showcase — which the New York Times dubbed “Houston’s statement restaurant,” and which Shepherd describes as “showing the diversity of our city through food” — is closing. Underbelly has become one of this city’s most heralded restaurants — here and… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2Grnwjk from WordPress https://ift.tt/2GZd6st

New Astros food and restaurant news lead top stories

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Editor’s note: It’s time to recap the top stories on CultureMap from this past week. 1\. Houston’s best pizzeria makes moves to new Memorial-area outpost. A new location for Pizaro’s will allow the restaurant’s Memorial-area location to serve the same menu as its Montrose outpost. 2\. Ken Hoffman reveals 19 outrageous new ballpark foods on the menu for Astros opening day. With the team expecting more fans than ever at Minute Maid Park, the stadium’s… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2J5Nhrc from WordPress https://ift.tt/2GsHvhP

A DIY Renovation Becomes a Family Project

A dilapidated 1927 house regains its serene period spirit, thanks to a meticulous do-it-yourself remodel https://ift.tt/2Gmr1vN from House Cleaning https://ift.tt/2J39Pcl from WordPress https://ift.tt/2J7ZWtZ

Art You Can Afford

Put the finishing touch on your remodeled rooms—and stay on a budget—with exclusive, signed prints that have the cachet of fine art at more accessible prices. Here, five sources for quality, wallet-friendly pieces https://ift.tt/2E5ILFr from House Cleaning https://ift.tt/2E8VU0u from WordPress https://ift.tt/2pUAtLw

Here are 8 parties in Houston to catch the Astros home opener

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As nearly everyone in Houston knows, April 2 is the first home game of the new season for the World Series-winning Houston Astros — and fans are psyched. Tickets for their home matchup between the Baltimore Orioles at Minute Maid Park have been predictably selling like throwback jerseys. However, if you haven’t snagged any seats, you can always head over to these get-togethers, watch the game, and cheer our home team on with fellow proud… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2E7m3wA from WordPress https://ift.tt/2uw5drX

Spielberg’s Ready Player One goes back to future with ’80s nostalgia

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How you feel about Steven Spielberg’s latest movie, Ready Player One, will likely depend on when you grew up. With a heavy focus on pop culture of a certain era and the recent trend toward all-encompassing video games, the film will be enjoyed greatly by particular generations, but perhaps leave others befuddled and cold. Set in a semi-dystopian 2045, the world has apparently turned so dire that nearly everybody spends their days in the virtual… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2uCraWi from WordPress https://ift.tt/2J571eC

The 6 best poke spots in Houston make a big splash in a sea of choices

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For this year’s wild card category in the 2018 CultureMap Tastemaker Awards, we asked our judges panel of former winners and restaurant industry experts to examine one of the the city’s hottest dining trends, poke. The number of restaurants serving the raw fish salad exploded in 2017, and now the dish can be found at both dedicated poke restaurants and incorporated into menus with more diverse offerings. Although the dishes at most of these restaurants… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2H2CGgp from WordPress https://ift.tt/2GZaCKD

The insider’s guide to Round Top Antique Week’s hidden treasures

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I was just a young girl when my mother started dragging me alongside her adventures as a Texas primitive antiques dealer at Round Top, Texas. Several decades later, I still can’t stand to miss the event, as it continues to grow and be a tradition for dealers and pickers across the U.S. My fashion market styling and photography career has taken me to Paris and New York City and back, but nothing inspires me more… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2Ig2aWO from WordPress https://ift.tt/2J5ZyMt

What You Missed: Live Q&A

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Update: Generation NEXT

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Memorable Moments: Ask This Old House

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Behind the Scenes: Boys and Their Toys

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Sneak Peek: Is There an Electrician in the House?

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Watch It Again: New Yankee Workshop

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How to Prevent Appliance Fires

Poorly designed dishwashers, refrigerators, and the like have caught flak for sparking fires. But consumers can often head off trouble with a little preventive maintenance, says Doug Rogers, president of Mr. Appliance. His tips: http://bit.ly/2GptocQ from House Cleaning http://bit.ly/2Ibp8hC from WordPress http://bit.ly/2GjAeoy

How to Clean Rusty Pruners

Inadvertently leave a pair of shears outside all winter (as one of our editors did) and, come spring, you’ll uncover a rust-encrusted mess. But all is not lost! With just five straightforward steps, months of neglect can be undone by the next day http://bit.ly/2pOqfNv from House Cleaning http://bit.ly/2pOXNLy from WordPress http://bit.ly/2E5FBl8

Identifying Mass-Market Furniture Woods

If you’ve bought furniture lately, you may have come across some not-so-familiar woods being used in mass-market pieces. Wondering about their origins and relative strengths? http://bit.ly/2pUKlVV from House Cleaning http://bit.ly/2IeRMyE from WordPress http://bit.ly/2Gmyivu

Rearrange Your Furniture with Zero Lifting

Using what you already own lets you refresh a room for free, but carrying the sofa to one new spot, then another, quickly loses its appeal. Luckily, apps and websites make it easy to create and preview new layouts—virtual drag-and-drop leaves no dents or damage http://bit.ly/2pRmh6X from House Cleaning http://bit.ly/2pOEIJA from WordPress http://bit.ly/2uAWTr4

Office Makeover for $619

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5 reasons every Houston foodie should attend the 2018 Tastemaker Award

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You know the nominees and you’ve voted for your favorite new restaurants. It’s time now for Houston’s premier culinary event — the 2018 CultureMap Tastemaker Awards party presented by Woodford Reserve. Here are our top five reasons to attend this can’t-miss bash that’s happening April 4 at Silver Street Studios. 1\. A smorgasbord of Houston’s hot spots Consider this a buffet of Houston’s best restaurants. Sample items such as peppercorn seared tuna from A’Bouzy, scallop… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2pRztrL from WordPress https://ift.tt/2GmLOiI

How Houston stacks up to the most food truck-friendly spots in America

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Food trucks continue to make moves in Houston, and a comprehensive survey of the food truck industry, released earlier this month by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, ranks just how food truck-friendly H-Town is compared to other American cities. To frame its research, the chamber combined publicly available statistics from counties and municipalities with data culled from a survey of 288 food truck owners and operators in 20 major cities across the United States. The… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2pP23tK from WordPress http://bit.ly/2pRw3WH

Pet of the week: Bouncy border collie calls scoreboard on Chicag0

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Name: Daisy, as in Dagwood Bumstead’s dog, Daisy Duke, Daisy Fuentes, Dagwood Bumstead’s dog, and “Daisy, Daisy give me your answer do.” Birthdate: Dec. 29, 2017. I’m just a pup, so “the password is patience.” Ethnicity: I’m a border collie mix, and you know how smart we are. In fact, if you train me to go on the newspaper, please put down the sports section. That way I can read Brian T. Smith’s column before… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2GyXi1Z from WordPress http://bit.ly/2pQP36H

Popular chef dishes on his Memorial hot spot, plus latest dining buzz

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On this week’s episode of “What’s Eric Eating,” chef Jonathan Levine joins CultureMap food editor Eric Sandler to discuss Jonathan’s the Rub. Last week, Levine celebrated the 10th anniversary of his popular Memorial-area restaurant. The chef shares the circumstances that brought him to Houston 15 years ago and how Jonathan’s has evolved over the years. He also describes the experiences that led to the restaurant’s something-for-everyone menu. Currently, Levine is working on opening a second… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2J2aZ7O from WordPress http://bit.ly/2uyhLio

Really, we are going to war with Chicago over a bean?

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For some reason, with any controversy these days, we slap a “gate” on the end. And lo and behold, Houston finds itself mired in just such a national quarrel. Call it “Beangate.” OK, let’s not. “Gate” is overused and a copycat term, and since the city is basically being accused of doing just that, let’s use something different. In fact, the impetus of all this is a structure called Cloud Gate. So maybe we will… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2E571rk from WordPress https://ift.tt/2pT59N8

Futudent Launches First Dental 4K Camera and A New Miniature POV Camera with Sony IMX Sensor

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2 hot Houston spots compete in Best New Restaurant Finals

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It’s come down to Emmaline versus Field & Tides in the CultureMap Tastemaker Awards Best New Restaurant tournament. The two competitors scored decisive victories in the semifinal rounds. Emmaline beat seafood restaurant Star Fish 61-percent to 39-percent, and Field & Tides triumphed over Feges BBQ 55-percent to 45-percent. Both Emmaline and Field & Tides are owned by people who worked are opening their first restaurants after lengthy careers working in other Houston restaurants. Emmaline’s Sam… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2GAqghX from WordPress https://ift.tt/2pOnyeS

2 Houston ZIP codes rank among the most gentrified in the nation

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As Houston further develops into a world-class city and its communities thrive and propagate at record pace, there’s a word that goes hand-in-hand with the boom: gentrification. The influx of highly educated, well-heeled residents into traditionally more humble communities is nothing new. Just last year, talk in Houston centered around gentrification, and how to create revitalization, not displacement. Now, a national study names two Houston ZIP codes in the top 20 most gentrified since the… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2GhbLQN from WordPress https://ift.tt/2J3fn6C

Popular DFW-based burger joint now serving Marvin Zindler burgers

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EaDo revelers and residents have a new burger option — just in time for baseball and soccer seasons. Rodeo Goat, the Fort Worth-based burger joint, opened its Houston outpost in the East Village development that’s home to SeaSide Poke, nightlife hotspot Chapman & Kirby, and three upcoming concepts from Coltivare owners Agricole Hospitality. Co-owner Keith Schlabs tells CultureMap that the company, which also operates the Flying Saucer craft beer bar and a seafood restaurant called… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2Gfq5sU from WordPress https://ift.tt/2Gwogr1

Here are the top 8 things to do in Houston this weekend

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It’s Easter Weekend, and while some will be celebrating the season by hunting down colored eggs, brunching, or devouring a giant Easter bun with processed Tastee Cheese, there are some fun events worth checking out: Thursday, March 29 Avenida Houston’s “Party on the Plaza” kickoff Avenida Houston’s free concert series known as Party on the Plaza has an amazing lineup of performers for its 2018 spring lineup: Fishbone, Trombone Shorty and Orleans Avenue, and The… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2GeIeqB from WordPress https://ift.tt/2GEs8Gw

Here are the top 8 things to do in Houston this weekend

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It’s Easter Weekend, and while some will be celebrating the season by hunting down colored eggs, brunching, or devouring a giant Easter bun with processed Tastee Cheese, there are some fun events worth checking out: Thursday, March 29 Avenida Houston’s “Party on the Plaza” kickoff Avenida Houston’s free concert series known as Party on the Plaza has an amazing lineup of performers for its 2018 spring lineup: Fishbone, Trombone Shorty and Orleans Avenue, and The… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2I8KzjG from WordPress https://ift.tt/2GfEF3M

Arby’s authentic new Miami Cuban sandwich has the meats and the sabor

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This week I reached out for a Miami Cuban, one of three new “Sandwich Legends,” at America’s No. 2 sammy maker, Arby’s, with 3,300 restaurants coast-to-coast. The other two legends are Texas Brisket and Double Reuben. The silver medal goes to Double Reuben because Arby’s makes it on marble rye, the bread that Jerry Seinfeld stole from Schnitzer’s Bakery back in a 1996 episode (has it been that long?) but still airing 10 times a… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2GE2yBu from WordPress https://ift.tt/2IZMTdQ

Heights brewery unveils glittering new Astros-themed opening day ale

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Gold appears to be the perfect color for the Houston Astros. First, they unveiled World Series championship-themed gold gear that they’ll be sporting to kick off the season. Now, a brewery is adding to that golden touch with a shimmering new beer. Starting Thursday, March 29 Eureka Heights will begin selling its Glitter Factory beer. Monday, April 2 is Astros’ opening day. The brewery describes the shining sensation as a cream ale with a floral… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2IZ9x6l from WordPress https://ift.tt/2ut4pUO

Houston’s 7 best restaurants to sip and savor a glass of wine

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Cocktails and beer are wonderful, but no beverage matches up with food quite the way wine does. With so many different regions, varietals, and vintages, the challenge is finding the right wine to pair with someone’s dish. For the CultureMap Tastemaker Awards Wine Program of the Year category, our panel of former winners and restaurant industry experts selected the finalists that not only offer extensive selections but also have knowledgeable staffs that can guide their… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2pLEpza from WordPress https://ift.tt/2pL0z4j

TOH GOES TO WASHINGTON GIVEAWAY

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These are the best days of the week to book your summer air travel

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Summer travel season is inching closer. When you go to book your flights, the day you pick to fly can actually impact how much you spend on a ticket. Here are the cheapest and most expensive days to fly this summer, according to cheapair.com. Let’s start with the month of June. Cheapair.com says Tuesdays are the cheapest days to fly. Wednesdays are good, too. You can save an average of $52 per ticket just by… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2IXW0M9 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2I7y081

These are the top 5 must-see concerts in Houston this week

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After three weeks of RodeoHouston and then a big, successful weekend with In Bloom, one would think that the music scene would take a breather before ramping up for the summer months ahead. But spring time continues its hot streak with great shows for the live music fan. Here are the Top 5 shows coming up in Houston: Best buzz act to see in a club before they blow up To get a sense of… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2DWBxUl from WordPress https://ift.tt/2uv7qUG

Stylish Spanish artist sends Houstonians on a fantastic voyage

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What: Opening of The Permanent Voyage art exhibition Where: Art of the World Gallery The scoop: Noted Spanish artist Cristobal Toral recently opened his first ever exhibition in Texas at Houston’s critically acclaimed Art of the World Gallery. Titled The Permanent Voyage, this exhibition of Toral’s work takes art aficionados on a journey through time and space, inspiring conversation around his unique artistic influences and politically charged issues like immigration. Noted for his use of… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2DZfmgl from WordPress https://ift.tt/2pKT50E

Downtown, dance-themed art piece will be Houston’s largest mural

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Public art in Houston makes another great leap forward this spring, as the new Sky Dance mural brings a giant jete of color and beauty to downtown. Created by acclaimed visual artist C. Finley and commission by WEDGE Group, a privately held Houston-based investment firm, this large-scale installation located at 1415 Louisiana St. will add to Downtown Houston’s artistic landscape while showcasing Houston’s performing arts. “I am honored and delighted to be creating a mural… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2GAIcsD from WordPress https://ift.tt/2GbtsAY

Memorial-area comfort food restaurant sets moving date to new location

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It’s official. Pappy’s Cafe is on the move. For 34 years, the beloved Memorial-area comfort food restaurant has operated at 9041 Katy Freeway, but the location is set to close March 31. On April 5, Pappy’s will open at its new location in a former Texas Land & Cattle at 12313 Katy Freeway, approximately five miles west of the current location. The restaurant shared its plans to move last year, and March 27’s announcement makes… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2J0ujCy from WordPress https://ift.tt/2GcwepV

Easter Activities for the Whole Family

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Easter is right around the corner, and honestly? You’re probably a little sick of the same old egg-dyeing traditions, right? We get it. As dentists, we’re a little worried about the amount of candy that children eat around this holiday, and we’d rather not provide you with a list of sweets and candies for your little ones to celebrate with. Instead, here are some fun activities that are Easter-centric, family friendly, and better for their teeth to do around Easter this year! 6 Easter Activities for 2018 Visit Color Me Mine One of the coolest activities Utah has to offer is Color Me Mine . Never heard of it? Check out their website, and visit one of their four Utah locations. You can bring the whole family and have fun painting Easter themed pottery with designs such as eggs, bunnies, or anything else! Pick up your pieces a week later and enjoy your family’s artwork for years to come!’ Dye Eggs a Different Way Instead of coloring eggs like you always do, consider making deviled

Texas’ first shipping container hotel opens in antique mecca Round Top

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Round Top, Texas, has long been a must-hit destination for antique lovers, thrifters, pickers, wheelers and dealers, art lovers, and deal finders who flock to the bi-annual Original Round Top Antique Fair. And with classic joints like Royer’s Round Top Cafe and the opening of hot spots like Rancho Pillow, Round Top has become a year-round destination for Texans. FlopHouze, a new “shipping container hotel” located just a few minutes from downtown Round Top, is… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2pNB69A from WordPress https://ift.tt/2Gxvcnt

The 5 most likable superstar sports icons in Houston right now

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This is a golden age in Houston sports. The Rockets have more games in a season than ever before. The Astros are about to hoist their first World Series banner. The Texans finally have a franchise quarterback. The city also has a lot of likable athletes. Last week, ESPN 97.5 host John Granato noted James Harden’s lack of likeability among Houston’s superstars. It begs the question: Who are the most likable athletes in Houston? The… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2GbeATb from WordPress https://ift.tt/2GgTOgS

ONE GAME-WINNING STRATEGY FOR TREATMENT PRESENTATION

Many businesses, large and small, have a huge source of great ideas that can help them improve, innovate, and grow, and yet so many of these companies never think of using this amazing corporate asset. What is this highly valuable asset? Its own people. The post ONE GAME-WINNING STRATEGY FOR TREATMENT PRESENTATION appeared first on ACT Dental . https://ift.tt/2GxFIv0 from General Dentist Hammond, Louisiana https://ift.tt/2IWasED from Lingual Braces News https://ift.tt/2pLCHwH from WordPress https://ift.tt/2Gdp5Wo

Pitbull rocks Rockets owner’s Post Oak Hotel at massive charity gala

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What: The Houston Children’s Charity 21st Annual Gala Where: The Post Oak Hotel The scoop: Socialites, sports legends, legal powerhouses, and Houston’s business elite flocked to the inaugural gala at the flawless (and jaw-dropping) Post Oak Hotel — owned and operated by Tilman Fertitta and Landry’s Inc. — for the Houston Children’s Charity 21st Annual Gala. Houston charity mainstay Laura Ward (CEO, president and executive director of Houston Children’s Charity) along with Fertitta (who serves… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2GdoYG0 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2GaT4OF

What are the soft food and mechanical soft food diets?

There are many reasons why someone may need to go on a soft food diet. Reasons might include surgery, cancer, difficulty swallowing, or dental problems. The diet should consist of a variety of foods that can be mashed or pureed. Read on find out which types of food to include, and tips for following this diet. from Dentistry News From Medical News Today https://ift.tt/2G5TQw6 from Lingual Braces News https://ift.tt/2I69zb2 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2uhFAe8

Is it time to face facts with Texans owner Bob McNair?

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Legendary NFL coach Bill Parcells has a famous quote: “You are what your record says you are.” Bob McNair’s record right now isn’t looking very good. In October, at a meeting between owners and players regarding demonstrations during the playing of the national anthem, McNair used the regrettable phrase “can’t have the inmates running the prison.” NFL executive vice president of football operations Troy Vincent got up and left he was so angry. Texans players… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2pGHuAx from WordPress https://ift.tt/2IWQDgb

Houston’s first In Bloom Music Festival packs crowds, personalities

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Houston’s inaugural In Bloom Festival at Eleanor Tinsley Park was a smash, thanks to gorgeous weather, and a diverse line-up that brought out music fans of all types. Other than an overcast Saturday, March 24 that cleared way to a sunny late afternoon and bright Sunday, March 25, there wasn’t a rain cloud in sight, no sets were canceled and everything ran like clockwork. The temperature was hot enough to bare some skin and get… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2Ge9nWW from WordPress https://ift.tt/2GtDWLi

New fancy French lounge brings joie de vivre to Montrose’s nightlife

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Houston’s nightlife scene offers a wide range of options — cocktail bars, sports bars, nightclubs, etc. — but the city has a relative lack of options when it comes to places to go either before or after a nice meal. If, for example, three couples in their 30s or 40s meet for dinner at a place like One Fifth or BCN on a Saturday, their options to continue the night with a postprandial cocktail are… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2G8mA7p from WordPress https://ift.tt/2pGqI4o

Ken Hoffman reveals crazy new ballpark foods for Astros opening day

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Nineteen rookies have made the Houston Astros’ roster for their home opener on April 2 at Minute Maid Park. Wait, you thought I meant 19 new players? Nah, that roster was pretty much set with almost every regular back from the 2017 World Series champs. I’m talking about the menu at concessions stands. Where to start? How about a Three Little Pigs sandwich? This little piggy has slow-smoked pulled pork, spicy Italian sausage, black pepper… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2G7ZTAm from WordPress https://ift.tt/2uoEDAW

Behind the scenes with Texas chocolate queen Maggie Louise

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There’s no rule that says chocolates can’t be shaped like lipsticks, or martinis, or footballs, but if there were, Maggie Callahan would probably find a way around it. The Austin-based chocolatier has built a career — and the successful brand Maggie Louise Confections — out of subverting expectations, creating bold new products in an industry that normally adheres to tradition. And her fans can’t get enough of her delicious, unexpected treats. “When I was first… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2Geh7rO from WordPress https://ift.tt/2ui9UFA

Fiesta Mart deal creates largest Hispanic-focused grocery chain

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Houston-based Fiesta Mart is part of a major deal to become part of one of the largest Hispanic food retailers in the country. On March 25, Bodega Latina Corporation announced that it would be buying Fiesta Mart and all of its 63 stores, making it a total of 122 stores across California, Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico, and Texas. The retailers said they hope to enhance shopping with improved prices, quality, and customer service. “The acquisition… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2pGpBSl from WordPress https://ift.tt/2IUwB6e

Hill Country destination declared one of Texas’ ‘best kept secrets’

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The popular tourist destination of Gruene — a history-steeped former town in Comal County — is now on the radar of even more visitors. Men’s Health magazine has named it one of the top off-the-radar getaways in the lower 48 states. “Though it’s not technically its own jurisdiction — Gruene is part of New Braunfels, a small city about 45 miles southwest of Austin — aficionados of the Lone Star State need to make this… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2Gt3B7a from WordPress https://ift.tt/2DVKZYd

The 7 best breweries in Houston really get crafty

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By any measure, Houston’s craft beer has been exploding. Established breweries like Saint Arnold and Buffalo Bayou are expanding their facilities or building new ones, and new breweries are opening all the time. In addition to breweries that aspire to grow to citywide (or regional) distribution, the past couple of years have also seen an increasing number of businesses that want to cater to a small group of devoted fans or a specific neighborhood. Instead… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2DWcaBX from WordPress https://ift.tt/2pF5YKu

Surprising restaurant drama and island getaway lead top stories

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Editor’s note: It’s time to recap the top stories on CultureMap from this past week. 1\. Restaurant shocker: Prominent Houston restaurateur parts ways with company he helped found. It’s hard to imagine Cherry Pie Hospitality’s restaurants operating without Lee Ellis, but the company says it will maintain his high standards 2. New nonstop flight makes quick Houston-to-Bahamas getaway a breeze. Houstonians craving a quick jaunt to island paradise can take advantage of a direct, three-hour… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2DQpB6s from WordPress https://ift.tt/2I3xK9Z

Surprising restaurant drama and island getaway lead top stories

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Editor’s note: It’s time to recap the top stories on CultureMap from this past week. 1\. Restaurant shocker: Prominent Houston restaurateur parts ways with company he helped found. It’s hard to imagine Cherry Pie Hospitality’s restaurants operating without Lee Ellis, but the company says it will maintain his high standards 2. New nonstop flight makes quick Houston-to-Bahamas getaway a breeze. Houstonians craving a quick jaunt to island paradise can take advantage of a direct, three-hour… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2GnOUlF from WordPress https://ift.tt/2DRUFmg

Big Container Plants for Small Yards

On a lot that has more hardscape than planting space, container gardening is one way to indulge your green thumb. In fact, you can grow seriously sizable plants in pots—even trees. Here are three surprisingly XL options that still work for XS footprints https://ift.tt/2DR4cde from House Cleaning https://ift.tt/2G2OO3L from WordPress https://ift.tt/2G674VC

What foods can I eat after wisdom tooth extraction?

People are advised to eat soft or liquid foods after having a wisdom tooth removed. Learn about the best foods to eat after having this type of surgey, including soups, smoothies, and mashed vegetables. We also look at foods to avoid, other recovery self-care tips, and possible complications, such as dry socket. from Dentistry News From Medical News Today https://ift.tt/2HXAeHe from Lingual Braces News https://ift.tt/2G0KEt1 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2DRjFKo

Fab fashionista showcases new collection, shares spring style tips

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Designer Kobi Halperin’s love of fashion is infectious and working with clients makes him downright ecstatic. This is a man who knows the importance of connecting with the women wearing his clothes, and the care woven into each piece. Halperin is a veteran designer, serving as the executive creative director at Elie Tahari for 13 years and the executive creative director at Kenneth Cole Productions for three years, but it was the advent of his… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2IPP1VG from WordPress https://ift.tt/2DNbDlT

Ken Hoffman’s bold WWE predictions and top tip for traveling with pets

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Hey, where did Tuesday go? There’s an excellent chance that I’m not the seasoned, savvy traveler I think I am. On Monday, March 12, I flew from Houston to Auckland, New Zealand. It’s a very popular destination for Houstonians, especially now that Air New Zealand has a non-stop flight IAH to Auckland. I’ve flown overseas a few times — usually to Europe — always arriving the next morning. It works out fine. You sleep on… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2I08fGS from WordPress https://ift.tt/2DQhbMd

Pacific Rim Uprising is a downgrade for blockbuster fans

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When Guillermo Del Toro put out Pacific Rim in 2013, it was a fun and inventive breath of fresh air for the blockbuster movie genre. It traded on a lot of familiar elements, but never skimped on giving audiences the type of knock-’em-out entertainment that is expected from that kind of film. The sequel, Pacific Rim Uprising, produced by Del Toro but written and directed by Steven S. DeKnight, maintains the look of the original,… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2pBjFcy from WordPress https://ift.tt/2Gmxt5b

Popular German restaurants heats up Heights area with new kolache spot

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The Austrian father-son duo behind King’s BierHaus and Biergarten just announced they are opening a new breakfast concept this summer. Egghaus Gourmet in the Heights will feature a fast casual atmosphere and a menu consisting of their popular kolaches and made-from-scratch entrees with cage-free eggs. Philipp and Hans Sitter say the Egghaus will allow diners to get the highest quality ingredients without the wait. The restaurant comes on the heels of hot demand for their… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2G2HfG1 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2pzWCQb