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Ronnie Killen’s new restaurant, the Tastemaker Awards 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\. Rumor no more: Ronnie Killen’s new restaurant will be inside the Loop. “It’s the best of what we do,” Ronnie Killen says about his new restaurant, which will feature a menu built around comfort food. 2\. These are Houston’s 10 best restaurants for 2019. Our Tastemaker Awards restaurant of the year finalists include Riel, Nobie’s, and State of Grace…. from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2UibyTz from WordPress https://ift.tt/2YBbqxH

Warby Parker unveils eye-catching new store in Highland Village

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It’s hard to miss the new Warby Parker. Amid the muted grays and browns of the Highland Village storefronts, its eye-popping blue mural by Dutch artist Seb Agresti that takes up its street-fronting space is a beacon, beckoning guests to enter its chic boutique. Long known among the glasses-wearing public as an online one-stop shop that would send people five pairs of frames to try on, offering both those and the necessary prescriptions for relatively… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2JP8aLR from WordPress https://ift.tt/2WsNoTy

Alley Theatre showcases diverse dramas cool comedies in new season

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The Alley Theatre’s new artistic director, Rob Melrose, might have not be a native Houstonian, but the city seems to have beguiled him rather fast — if the just-announced 2019-2020 season is any indication. Filled with both new spins on classics and innovative contemporary works, audiences will likely also detect a Houston and Texas resonance to the season. “I am excited to continue the artistic legacy of the Alley and turn the page to a… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2U3uExu from WordPress https://ift.tt/2CJBm0V

New Midtown restaurant serves up savory waffles and sweet cocktails

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Waffles: they’re not just for breakfast anymore. At least, that’s what one veteran chef is betting on at his new Midtown restaurant. Don Bowie, a veteran of restaurants such as Sweetie Pie’s and Flower Child, is opening Taste Bar + Kitchen on Friday, March 29. Located in the former home of Sterling House, the new restaurant serves a comfort food menu oriented around chicken and waffles and mac and cheese. Options include sweet — Fruity… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2HOmSkv from WordPress https://ift.tt/2FDhfCd

Upper Kirby’s progressive new Indian spot, plus exciting openings

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On this week’s episode of “What’s Eric Eating,” Anumpama and Sunil Srivastava join CultureMap food editor Eric Sandler to discuss Verandah Progressive Indian Restaurant, the establishment they recently opened in the Kirby Collection mixed-use development. The conversation begins with the couple recounting how they met — Anu worked for Sunil while she attended culinary school — and the path that led them from India to Houston. The Srivastavas first attracted attention for Great W’Kana Cafe,… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2OvRsjr from WordPress https://ift.tt/2FBJuB3

Cher hits Houston for first time in 5 years on ABBA-inspired tour

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Iconic entertainer Cher will make her first stop in Houston in over five years as part of her Here We Go Again Tour, playing at Toyota Center on December 15. The Houston concert will be among her final stops in the fall 2019 portion of her tour. Cher will travel to 15 North American cities in April and May, take up residency in Las Vegas, and then perform 19 times in Europe before starting her… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2TKL7kR from WordPress https://ift.tt/2THVTZt

Lack of emotion keeps Tim Burton’s Dumbo from flying high

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Disney’s grand attempt to remake most of its beloved animated films into live action ones has hopscotched back-and-forth in history, ranging from the 2015 re-do of 1950’s Cinderella to the forthcoming second attempt at 1994’s The Lion King. It has now gone back to one of its earliest movies, and an all- time weepie at that, 1941’s Dumbo. This version of Dumbo is helmed by director Tim Burton, who already has experience remaking a Disney… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2FJOaq0 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2U2u0A4

San Antonio-style River Walk project streams through old Chinese city

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The spirit of one of San Antonio’s top tourist attractions is heading to China. San Antonio-based Overland Partners, which specializes in architecture, urban design, and master planning, is launching a series of River Walk- inspired projects around the globe, including China. The work builds on the firm’s association with San Antonio’s River Walk and calls upon the best elements of river cities in Europe and around the world. Enhancing Alamo City’s connection to current projects… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2FLRW29 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2OysJLg

Houston’s culinary stars and food fans toast the Tastemaker Awards

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A festive crowd of more than 1,000 of Houston’s most influential restaurant, bar, and hospitality leaders — mixed with passionate fans — packed Silver Street Studios for CultureMap’s Tastemaker Awards on March 27. The packed party is the crowning moment of our annual, weeks-long program that highlights and celebrates the hottest, most innovative, and most visionary of Houston’s culinary and bar scene. Presenting sponsors included Woodford Reserve, Korbel, Sonoma Cutrer, Deep Ellum Brewing Company, Alaskan… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2FCeb9h from WordPress https://ift.tt/2OwTG1J

Heights-area seafood stunner sets sail with shellfish towers and gin d

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Sambrooks Management Company has completed its transformation of Star Fish into 1751 Sea and Bar. When it opens Tuesday, April 2, the new seafood restaurant will feature an all-new interior as well a new menu developed by culinary director Lyle Bento and executive chef J.D. Woodward. Loosely inspired by the Gin Act of 1751 — said to have marked the beginning of serious, safer spirit production — the design by Stacy Andell at Luxe Living… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2YwJ33S from WordPress https://ift.tt/2JNDXNi

Houston’s future ‘global garden’ blossoms as thriving urban oasis

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As local green thumbs know, Houston’s climate is a plant lover’s dream. Spring here sees an explosion of color, making spots such as McGovern Centennial Gardens and the Houston Arboretum huge draws. With that in mind, the Houston Botanic Garden has unveiled plans for the new Global Collection Garden. The new, three-acre installation will be a sort of theme park or museum of flora, as it will showcase plants from around the world. Like Houston… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2HLLEl0 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2Oxb4U5

3 Inner Loop favorites on tap for massive Memorial City expansion

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Three of the inner Loop’s most popular bars and restaurants are headed to Memorial City. Kirby Ice House, Mia’s Table, and Torchy’s Tacos will all open in a new mixed-use developed on the north side of I-10 from Memorial City Mall, real estate developer MetroNational announced. All three new arrivals are expected to open between spring and fall of 2020. The new development expands on the existing property that already includes a six-story office building… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2V12HCJ from WordPress https://ift.tt/2YtzH93

Meet Gigi, the Australian shepherd mix, CultureMap’s pet of the week

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Name: Gigi, as in fashion model Gigi Hadid, tennis doubles wiz Gigi Fernandez, and Canadian youtube sensation Gigi Gorgeous. Birthdate: December 4, 2016. I’ve just entered my salad years, and from my svelte figure it looks like I’m quite the salad gal. Except I’m partial to regular meaty dog food. And dog biscuits. And other treats. And tummy rubs. And a couch to sit next to you. Ethnicity: I’m a Shepherd and Australian Shepherd mix… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2FGgbyr from WordPress https://ift.tt/2U2A3oh

Everything to know about where to watch Austin’s famous bats fly

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Every year, from late March or early April until about the end of November, the space beneath the Ann W. Richards Congress Avenue Bridge (known just as the Congress Bridge) becomes home to thousands of Mexican free-tailed bats. The colony feeds every night during spring and summer, normally flying out from under the bridge around sunset, and watching them emerge has become a quintessential Austin experience. But bats do more than just entertain us, though…. from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2FyMwpH from WordPress https://ift.tt/2U4mhl0

Here are the top 10 things to do in Houston this weekend

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This weekend, not one but two film festivals will be going on all through the city. First off, the fourth-annual Houston Latino Film Festival starts on Thursday, as over independent films from all over the world will be screening in different locations through Sunday. The same thing will happen at the Houston Jewish Film Festival, now in its 15th year, which kicks off on Friday and run through Wednesday, April 10. Aside from film fests,… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2Ot1EJe from WordPress https://ift.tt/2WrDm5d

Houston’s best restaurant, chef, more revealed at Tastemaker Awards

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May we have your attention, please? Here are the winners of the 2019 CultureMap Tastemaker Awards. These are Houston’s best culinary professionals, as selected by a panel of former winners and restaurant industry experts. At a ceremony March 27, Houston hip-hop legend Bun B revealed the winners during a lively ceremony at Silver Street Studios. This year’s winners feature a few under-the-radar upsets as well as some long-standing veterans — and veteran establishments — getting… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2WqQt6H from WordPress https://ift.tt/2HHRmEJ

Society for the Performing Arts dazzles with diverse 2019 lineup

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The Society for the Performing Arts has recently announced its 2019-2020 season, and it is certainly a high-calibre list of who’s-who performers. It’s quite the power lineup from Houston’s leading, multidisciplinary, performing- arts presenter, which has been around for over 50 years. “Throughout the season, we celebrate extraordinary artistic collaborations and inspirational artists,” says Meg Booth, SPA’s new CEO. “We’re proud to present many Houston debuts as we continue to introduce the next generation of… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2Ucbchk from WordPress https://ift.tt/2OtxHsK

Game of Thrones queen to hold court in upcoming Houston comic festival

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Coming this May, Comicpalooza will have some dragon-riding royalty coming to Houston. For all you Game of Thrones fans waiting for the eighth and final season to start on Sunday, April 14, Emilia Clarke — aka Daenerys Targaryen, aka Khaleesi, aka the Mother of Dragons, aka a whole bunch names — will headline the three-day, pop-culture festival, held at the George R. Brown Convention Center, on Saturday, May 11 and Sunday, May 12. Also joining… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2UePYiC from WordPress https://ift.tt/2V0qinc

Houston shockingly shut out of prestigious Oscars of food awards

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A morning that began with optimism at Houston’s prospects in the James Beard Awards ended in disappointment. None of the city’s record-breaking 11 semifinalists moved on to the finalist status for the awards, which are widely considered the Oscars of the culinary world. That disappointment is exacerbated by the James Beard Foundation’s decision to come to Houston to announce the finalists live from Hugo’s in Montrose. Not earning any finalist nominations undermined the optimism spurred… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2UUBEJq from WordPress https://ift.tt/2FvI3Eq

Jimmy John’s rolls up an international fave with new baguette sandwich

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This week, I reached out for The New Frenchie sandwich, from “freaky fast, freaky fresh” Jimmy John’s, with 2,800 restaurants coast to coast, north and south, but not so much in the tippy-top northeast. (Sorry Maine, Vermont, and New Hampshire.) Word of warning: this “French-inspired” sandwich is available for a limited time only — and not just when it goes away forever. Jimmy John’s makes a only a small number of these sandwiches each day…. from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2OsauHe from WordPress https://ift.tt/2UXhDSh

5 places in Houston to watch Beto O’Rourke launch 2020 campaign

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Former U.S. Rep. Beto O’Rourke officially jumps into the race for the Democratic nomination for president with a launch rally in El Paso March 30, and individuals and businesses around the state are hosting parties to watch livestreams of his rollout. O’Rourke, who announced his candidacy on March 14, gained a massive following during his campaign to unseat U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz in 2018, with highlights that included comments on civil rights and athletes kneeling… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2TCRp63 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2UZzLeg

Michael Bublé charms and croons adoring Toyota Center crowd

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Toyota Center transformed into a 1950s Las Vegas casino as Canadian singer Michael Buble took a packed audience on a time machine thrill ride on March 26. The performer was back on the touring circuit, promoting his new album, Love, after a three-year hiatus following his son Noah’s liver cancer diagnosis, treatment, and recovery. He looked rejuvenated and svelte in a dapper, blue designer suit and tie, his award-winning vocal prowess on full display. To… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2CFZJN3 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2TFSKtb

Dentistry@68 – Dedicated to Dental Care in Poole

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Poole’s Dentistry@68  provides comprehensive dental care with the latest in innovative dental techniques in a caring and supportive environment led by its practice principals, Richard Morgan and Graham Browning. Together with the surgery’s highly trained and motivated dental team, patients can be assured of the best possible treatment. The modern, five surgery, private practice is based near to the town centre serving the surrounding areas and the practice employs over twenty team members who are all dedicated to the wellbeing of patients and the excellent dental care that Dentisty@68 provides. Inman Aligner The Inman Aligner is the orthodontic treatment of choice for adult relapse, is a no-fuss way of straightening front teeth, and is the simple alternative to the slower and more costly fixed or clear braces. The Inman Aligner provides a real alternative because it is quicker and more efficient and you can have your front teeth straightened in 6-16 weeks and the method provi...

These are the top 5 concerts in Houston this week

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Spring is here, meaning it’s a great time to be outside, enjoying the sun, suds, and music before the hellacious time that is summer in the Bayou City arrives. This week sees the return of one of the city’s best outdoor music series (see below) in addition to the regular round-up of touring acts worthy of your time. May we suggest checking out one of our Top 10 best restaurants of the year before a… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2TyhtQ1 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2HVgaIt

You can win this Texas house in HGTV’s latest smart-home sweepstakes

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Texas is where it’s at for the latest HGTV “Smart Home,” an annual sweepstakes in which the grand prize is a newly built, fully furnished home, along with a 2020 Mercedes Benz GLE and $100,000 from LendingTree. The 2019 Smart Home is in Roanoke, in a development called Fairway Ranch, a sustainable community with walking trails, greenbelts, a community pool, and parks. To get your shot at winning, you go to HGTV’s website and submit… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2CCklWs from WordPress https://ift.tt/2USDIBw

Timan Fertitta’s Post Oak Hotel spa books prestigious five-star rating

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When it comes to doing things over-the-top, nearly no one holds a candle to the unstoppable force that is Tilman Fertitta. The mega-developer has left an indelible stamp on the hospitality industry and he upped the ante on his own high standards when he opened The Post Oak Hotel late last year. The luxury property quickly became an urban oasis — and its centerpiece the The Spa at The Post Oak, an opulent palace of… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2WqPIe4 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2Yojbal

Meet the 10 chefs dominating Houston’s dynamic dining scene

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Last is certainly not least for our series of articles about the finalists for the 2019 CultureMap Tastemaker Awards. Or, to cite another cliche, we’ve saved the best for last; presenting the nominees for Chef of the Year. These 10 finalists are more than just skilled cooks, although they all serve memorable meals at some of the city’s best eating establishments. They’re mentors, entrepreneurs, and leaders. They collect and deploy talent across multiple restaurants. Collectively,… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2FsItva from WordPress https://ift.tt/2V496Nm

14 best April luncheons for fashionable and charitable Houstonians

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Spring society season in Houston heats up with a return to A-list evening galas and events. But savvy socialites know that there are also myriad daytime, lunchtime happenings with a heart. These functions serve to educate and raise much-needed funds for worthy philanthropic causes — and are can be chic and stylish affairs, such as the annual River Oaks Tennis Tournament fashion show and the Heroes and Handbags Brunch. With that in mind, we’ve rounded… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2WjbSyK from WordPress https://ift.tt/2CzNGR1

Should you lease, buy, or get a pre-owned car? Momentum BMW explains.

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It’s exciting to get a new set of wheels, but sometimes the best choice for you might not actually be “brand spanking new.” There are several purchasing options when it comes to cars, from leasing to certified pre-owned, and Momentum BMW is here to help explain them all. Buying new There’s nothing like that new-car smell, right? From an (almost) untouched odometer to the knowledge that your new ride is yours and yours alone, there’s… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2Wpnmk6 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2JJbuYM

Hip new Garden Oaks salon polishes up neighborhood nail and skin care

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A new nail salon is out to be an oasis in its busy Garden Oaks neighborhood. “Our goal is to make our guests’ day as relaxing and comfortable as possible while they’re with us,” says Brush Box owner Tony Le. With that in mind, Le and business partners Harry Nguyen and Vinh Nguyen, have created a space that blends enticing services with comfortable amenities. Using non-toxic, organic, and handcrafted beauty products, Brush Box’s certified technicians… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2UVLM4H from WordPress https://ift.tt/2UWKXZh

Here’s how much Houston home prices have jumped in just 5 years

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Houston is one of the most buyer-friendly housing markets in the country, but that doesn’t mean home prices are stagnant. In fact, local home prices have seen a double-digit increase in recent years, according to a new report. Real estate news site Point2 Homes reports that from December 2013 to December 2018, Houston’s median home price increased from $188,500 to $240,000, a 27 percent jump that equates to an additional cost of $51,500. And while… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2FB6RMj from WordPress https://ift.tt/2HUjbsO

Beloved Italian spot returns with new name and NY-style pizza

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Ben Berg’s changes to Carmelo’s restaurant in the Memorial area include more than updating its look and feel. He’s changing the name, too. When the restaurant reopens at the end of April, it will be known as B.B. Italia Kitchen & Bar; in addition, the restaurant will be home to B.B. Pizza, a delivery and to-go pizzeria. The new names leverage the branding of Berg’s other concepts, upscale steakhouse B&B Butchers and its more casual… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2OrXb9N from WordPress https://ift.tt/2HQRLnv

Impractical Joker laughs his way through 10 questions with Ken Hoffman

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Got Brian “Q” Quinn from TV’s Impractical Jokers on the phone. Asked him, “How does it feel to be on TV more than Steve Harvey, Ryan Seacrest, and the GEICO Gekko combined?” I was kidding. Not really. Let’s take a typical Monday: truTV is running eight episodes of Impractical Jokers from 5 to 9 pm then five more episodes from 9:30 pm to midnight — and five more episodes from 12:30 am to 3 am…. from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2TYAJey from WordPress https://ift.tt/2CELCav

Broadway’s hilariously ‘wrong’ comedy crashes into Hobby Center

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For most actors, the ultimate onstage fear might entail a flubbed line or a malfunctioning prop. But in the recent Broadway hit The Play That Goes Wrong, every actor’s nightmare becomes audiences’ dream comedy, when everything that could possibly go wrong does. Now all that comic chaos has hit the road and the show comes stumbling, crashing and face-planting itself into the Hobby Center. To prepare for the mayhem, CultureMap caught up with Ned Noyes,… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2HEUr8w from WordPress https://ift.tt/2CFuem0

What to know about tooth cavities

Tooth cavities can occur when there is a buildup of plaque on the teeth. People can prevent cavities by practicing good oral hygiene. Learn more about tooth cavities, including their possible symptoms, here. from Dentistry News From Medical News Today https://ift.tt/2Wk53wM from Lingual Braces News https://ift.tt/2U6N1AS from WordPress https://ift.tt/2Fyp5Nc

Raise a pint glass while building community at hot Houston gathering

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On April 4, the Houston Community ToolBank will host its annual fundraiser, Hammers & Ales, at Karbach Brewery. This casual event is an opportunity for ToolBank supporters to come together for a fun and lively evening of food, drinks, and music. The event benefits the ToolBank tool lending program, which equips more than 350 charitable organizations across the region. To accommodate a larger crowd for 2019, the event is moving outside to the new Biergarten… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2CGhAmR from WordPress https://ift.tt/2HEQpNq

Celebrated Houston leader garners top statewide artistic honor

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A celebrated Houston arts figure has just garnered a major statewide honor. Rick Lowe, professor of interdisciplinary practice in the University of Houston Kathrine G. McGovern College of the Arts (KGMCA), has been selected as the 2019 State 3D Artist by the Texas Commission on the Arts (TCA). Lowe is best known in Houston as the founder of the internationally recognized Project Row Houses. With this award being the state’s highest recognition for excellence in… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2UU7xBV from WordPress https://ift.tt/2Fysn4i

5 takeaways from the University of Houston Cougars’ sweet victory

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The University of Houston Cougars mens’s basketball team is going to the Sweet 16 for the first time in 35 years after beating Ohio State 74-59. Here are quick thoughts from Sunday night’s game: 1\. Defense, again Ohio State got off to a fast start, hitting 8 of 17 3-pointers in the first half. But the Cougars held Ohio State to just 32 percent shooting in the second half. The Buckeyes would should just 38… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2TWHbTd from WordPress https://ift.tt/2V23ROc

How one Houston Realtor more than earned his hall of fame status

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If you’ve had any experience in Houston residential real estate, you probably know the name Mike Spear. He joined Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty in 2010 and has been in the company’s Circle of Excellence each year since, even getting inducted into the Circle of Excellence Hall of Fame in 2015. But his real estate career spanned decades before that, having been a top producer with every brokerage he previously worked at, running his own… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2JDGPvU from WordPress https://ift.tt/2FDqYbN

These are the 10 best food and drink events in Houston this week

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Thanks to Houston’s diverse culinary landscape, each week brings a fresh array of can’t-miss events. To keep you up to date on the latest food and drink experiences, we’ve rounded up the best events of the week, including the 2019 Houston Whiskey Social, a can’t-miss pop-up at Fluff Bake Bar, and, of course, the CultureMap Houston Tastemaker Awards. Monday, March 25 Monthly Wine Dinner at Costa Brava Bistro Head to Costa Brava Bistro between 5… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2TtQkO8 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2WojL5M

Smilepod :– Making London Smile!

People often say it is hard to find a dentist you like in London. You want a convenient London Dentist , which provides friendly and professional dental care in an inviting and caring environment. This is the ethos behind Smilepod . All of their 6 centrally located dental practices are within 5 minutes of a tube station. They understand that Londoners are busy and don’t want to miss work to see the dentist, so they offer Saturday and evening appointments in addition to the usual working day. The modern central London studios provide walk-in dental appointments for teeth cleaning and treatments. These include dental veneers, dental implants and endodontics. These dental treatments run alongside a full range of cosmetic treatments, including anti-ageing treatments, facial dermal fillers, facial rejuvenation and lip enhancers. Below, we focus on some of the dental treatments on offer, including dental veneers , dental implants and endodontics. Dental Veneers Dental veneers are a grea...

Rumor no more: Ronnie Killen’s new restaurant will be inside the Loop

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Hickory Hollow may have closed its location at 101 Heights Blvd., but the building that housed the beloved restaurant will continue to serve legendary chicken fried steaks. They’ll just be served by one of Houston’s most acclaimed chefs. Ronnie Killen, Houston’s king of meat, has leased the property from local real estate developer Braun Enterprises for a new concept he’s simply calling Killen’s. It will be the chef’s first restaurant within the Loop and his… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2HEStF6 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2FsR8Oh

Sudden food hall pizza shutter and new Montrose bar 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\. Downtown Houston food hall’s ‘nice’ pizza joint suddenly shutters. Finn Hall has lost its first tenant, but don’t expect the food hall’s pizza vendor to stay empty for long. 2\. Acclaimed chef returns to Montrose with new patio bar as fire-damaged Heights restaurant shutters. Chef Adam Dorris will open Lotti Dotti in the former Brooklyn Athletic Club space, but… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2HQLLvc from WordPress https://ift.tt/2YeV25Q

Houston’s acclaimed film festival casts New York film maven as lead

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Jessica Green is ready. Recently, the Houston Cinema Arts Society announced that the 49-year-old, born-and-based Manhattanite is now the new artistic director for the Houston Cinema Arts Festival. She replaces longtime director Richard Herskowitz, who hipped her to the fest when she was a jury member for the Ashland Independent Film Festival — where Herskowitz is still the artistic director — a couple years back. (That’s also where she met Museum of Fine Arts, Houston… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2YffROC from WordPress https://ift.tt/2HCzwTm

Houston’s acclaimed film festival casts New York film maven as lead

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Jessica Green is ready. Recently, the Houston Cinema Arts Society announced that the 49-year-old, born-and-based Manhattanite is now the new artistic director for the Houston Cinema Arts Festival. She replaces longtime director Richard Herskowitz, who hipped her to the fest when she was a jury member for the Ashland Independent Film Festival — where Herskowitz is still the artistic director — a couple years back. (That’s also where she met Museum of Fine Arts, Houston… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2WiWUbM from WordPress https://ift.tt/2Ye7nXW

Jordan Peele digs deep with complex and horrifying Us

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When Get Out was released in 2017, it became a phenomenon due, in large part, to writer/director Jordan Peele’s clever take on both horror movie tropes and racial issues. The success of that film put huge expectations on whatever he decided to do next, which just so happens to be another whirl in the horror-esque zone with Us. The film centers on Adelaide Wilson (Lupita Nyong’o), who experienced a trauma as a young girl that… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2FtxKlg from WordPress https://ift.tt/2UQo5ur

Revered Champagne star pops bottles at popular Montrose honky tonk

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What: Oliver Krug Dinner Where: Goodnight Charlie’s The scoop: Oliver Krug doesn’t make many trips to Texas. So when the sixth-generation member of the revered Champagne house came to town, it required an evening of elegant food, eclectic music, and free-flowing bubbles that brought together some of Houston’s leading oenophiles. To facilitate the occasion, Goodnight Charlie’s transformed itself into an intimate, candlelit space. Krug thinks of its wine as music in a bottle, so Montrose… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2OhWpMo from WordPress https://ift.tt/2FsZGWn

Houston’s beloved former county judge awarded a key prize in West U

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The tradition began in medieval times, when cities were built within fortress walls that were guarded during the day and locked tight at night. If cities wanted to honor non-citizens, they’d grant them “freedom of the city,” which allowed the trusted outsiders to come and go as they pleased. Now, when cities wish to honor special residents or visitors, the mayor will call the local newspaper for a photo op, and award a “key to… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2Ub1Zpz from WordPress https://ift.tt/2JBgGxU

How to get rid of tonsil stones

Tonsil stones occur when bacteria, food, and other debris collect in the folds of the tonsils. In this article, learn how to remove tonsil stones at home. from Dentistry News From Medical News Today https://ift.tt/2OmUTbP from Lingual Braces News https://ift.tt/2YcP0mp from WordPress https://ift.tt/2JzQi7u

These are Houston’s 10 best restaurants for 2019

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What sort of restaurant does it take to become a CultureMap Tastemaker Awards Restaurant of the Year finalist? As with most things, an exact definition may be elusive, but we know it when we see it. Serving consistently excellent food is the minimum requirement, of course, but our 10 nominees all clear that hurdle easily. These are the establishments where people celebrate special occasions, reward themselves for a job well done, and take visitors they… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2UP8MC9 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2JypqET

Hip Houston home tour showcases cool and colorful spots downtown

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From a modern urban oasis to a vintage-inspired retreat, all aspects of city life are on display in the Downtown Houston Home Tour, presented by the Houston Downtown Management District. Set for Saturday, March 30, it showcases individual homes in five Downtown properties, redefining what it means to live in the city core. Forget the concept of tiny apartments in uninspiring high-rises. The spaces on display here vibrate with personality, energy and the joyful je… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2Yh21eH from WordPress https://ift.tt/2uo7eU5

Jennifer Lopez celebrates big 5-0 with tour, including Houston date

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Pop star Jennifer Lopez will come to Dallas as part of her It’s My Party Tour, her first-ever U.S. solo headlining tour. She will play at Toyota Center on June 25. The whirlwind tour will come to 25 cities across North America, kicking off June 7 in Los Angeles and finishing in Miami on July 25. In addition to Houston, additional Texas stops will include San Antonio on June 21, Edinburgh on June 22, and… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2Fk2dB4 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2HzRE0k

Where to find the Hill Country’s best bluebonnets and wildflowers

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It happens each year as if by magic. A few patches of wildflowers pop up followed by whole fields. Soon enough, Texas is alive with color. If you want to make the most of the short season, it’s good to have a plan. While bluebonnets enjoy the most fame, and the title of official state flower, Texas Hill Country landscapes offer a number of other abundant blooms, including Indian paintbrush, Indian blanket, pink evening primrose,… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2uw1GHr from WordPress https://ift.tt/2U1coE5