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Midtown remains one of Houston’s favorite places to party. The neighborhood’s status has only been enhanced over the last year or so courtesy of new arrivals like Jack & Ginger’s, 77 Degrees, and Holman Draft Hall. A massive new sports bar and nightlife venue has quietly begun a soft opening that will bring even more revelers to the area. Although it isn’t officially set to open until August 10, Pour Behavior has hosted trial runs… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2K8sXIz from WordPress https://ift.tt/2SYFyAD

Given Houston’s year-round convention activity, downtown’s hotel scene shows no sign of slowing, as evidenced by the bustle at Four Seasons, the Alessandro, and the new-look Magnolia Hotel — to say nothing of the soon-to- open newcomer, C Baldwin. Now, a new hotel joins the group, booking a spot in the historically significant Great Southwest Building at 1314 Texas Ave. The Cambria, which opens on Thursday, August 1, promises to breathe life into the building… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2yuexM9 from WordPress https://ift.tt/318zlFb

Houston sits toward the back of the class when it comes to the smartest metro areas in the U.S., according to a new study. In the study, published by personal finance website WalletHub, the Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land area ranks 90th among the most-educated metros. Houston trails Austin-Round Rock (No. 9) and Dallas-Fort Worth (No. 71) but outperforms San Antonio-New Braunfels (No. 106) on the 150-metro list. At the very bottom of the list are McAllen… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2KfdipF from WordPress https://ift.tt/2Mxw6mD

This week, I reached out for a Chicken Pesto with Fresh Mozzarella Ciabatta Sub, star of the new Ciabatta Collection at America’s leading sandwich shop, Subway, with 26,000 restaurants and counting — down. Subway has been closing several hundred restaurants each year lately. But that’s not our concern. The only bottom line we care about is the product that comes across the counter. So with that … Here’s the Chicken Pesto with Fresh Mozzarella Ciabatta… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2YcGUxA from WordPress https://ift.tt/2YhwiO0

Katy’s diverse restaurant options have made it Houston’s most-interesting dining suburb. Whether its soup dumplings at Tiger Noodle House, roti at Phat Eatery, or omakase at Tobiuo sushi, the range of high quality choices from multiple Asian countries offers plenty to lure even hard core inner loopers. Now, a dim sum restaurant with a Michelin-starred pedigree has selected the city for its first Texas location. Hong Kong-based restaurant Tim Ho Wan will open in the… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2KkZMk6 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2OtX3dD

Less than a year after acquiring Noon Mediterranean, Daphne’s Mediterranean has had a change of heart. The popular California chain confirmed July 30 that it closed all its Texas locations this month, including two in Houston. “While we are very proud of our ability to offer customers in Texas a fun, fresh, and delicious Mediterranean dining experience, we decided that the sales performance of these locations, which were operated by Noon Enterprise LTD, were not… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/331Ecd9 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2yoCe8F

By any measure, Rosalie Italian Soul is one of Houston’s most exciting upcoming restaurants. Set to open in September in downtown’s C. Baldwin Hotel, San Francisco-based chef Chris Cosentino and business partner Oliver Wharton will serve rustic, Italian-American fare at the restaurant that’s inspired by the dishes prepared by the restaurant’s namesake, Cosentino’s great-grandmother. Such a personal project requires a deft hand in the kitchen. While Cosentino vows to be a regular presence, he also… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/331PQVm from WordPress https://ift.tt/332XOxg

Few events get Houstonians out in droves like White Linen Night in The Heights. With so many exciting events happening in the space of just a few blocks, all on the same evening, linen-clad visitors can find fun at every turn. Plan to arrive early, be strategic with parking (or Uber) and hit up these seven spots, where folks from in and outside the Loop will don their white and party hop all night. Shine… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2LQSGXM from WordPress https://ift.tt/2MsLEbk

It’s been a long time since rapper Bun B performed at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston. The last time was a decade ago, at the Grand Gala Ball, where he performed alongside local soul legend Archie Bell. “With himself being from Port Arthur and myself being from Port Arthur,” he remembers, “they thought it would be nice to see different generations performing.” The H-Town rap giant-turned-elder statesman will be back on museum grounds this… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2GCBxgh from WordPress https://ift.tt/2ypJLE6

Sugar Land will soon have a new option for Texas-inspired comfort food. State Fare will open a second location in Sugar Land Town Square later this year, Town Square owner Planned Community Developers, Ltd. (PCD) announced. The new State Fare will replace a shuttered Cafe Express at 15930 City Walk. Like the original location in Memorial City, the new restaurant will be quite large — just over 6,000-square-feet — and will serve lunch, dinner, brunch,… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2KcHVfb from WordPress https://ift.tt/2K5qXk7

Those who were at The Rolling Stones concert are probably still recovering from one of the biggest shows of the year, but for those still up for a thrilling live experience will have plenty to take in with a monster roster of talented and beloved (albeit less talented) acts rolling through Houston this week. It’s clear that our fair city is now a destination for the best in the industry, a place that is circled… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2GEhbmV from WordPress https://ift.tt/2Khcr7G

Houston’s Medical Center (or, the medical city, as it is colloquially known) is often described as the epicenter of innovation and treatment in the U.S. — as well as the site of Nobel Prize-winning work. Now, a new report offers more bragging rights for the beloved center, as two of its hospitals have landed on a coveted list of best facilities in the nation. U.S. News & World Report has released its annual list of… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2GA0WHm from WordPress https://ift.tt/2ZjM3AD

Another California-based burger chain has set its sights on Texas. Fatburger announced plans to open 25 restaurants in the Lone Star State, primarily focused on Houston, Austin, Dallas, and San Antonio. The expansion springs from a new partnership between Fatburger parent company FAT Brands Inc. (as in “Fresh, Authentic, and Tasty”) and Dallas-based company Croft Ventures, LLC; the companies did not specify when and where these new burger joints will open. “The great state of… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2Ms3dbI from WordPress https://ift.tt/2SQh3FK

One of Houston’s most visionary and admired figures in real estate has died. Ed Wulfe, a gregarious and beloved civic leader who spearheaded the development of shopping centers in the Gulfgate, Meyerland, and Uptown areas, passed away on Sunday, July 28 in Houston. He was 85. “Ed Wulfe spent decades reshaping Houston into the city we know,” said Mayor Sylvester Turner, in a statement. “Even if you didn’t know his name, you saw and experienced… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2Mm0LmV from WordPress https://ift.tt/2LKAgrG

Not to take anything away from Houston Astros manager A.J. Hinch, but he’s won how many World Series championships? One? That’s so cute. (We kid, A.J.) Meet Clint Sauls, the most successful baseball manager in Houston history. In 10 years as manager of the West University Seniors team (ages 15 to 16, the oldest division in Little League), Sauls has won eight state titles, six regional titles, and two World Series crowns. And we’re talking… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2GCFyRX from WordPress https://ift.tt/2GBacev

West U residents will soon be feasting on green chile queso and trailer park tacos. Houston’s newest Torchy’s Tacos will open in the neighborhood at 5537 Wesleyan St. on August 14, the restaurant announced. “Everyone knows that Houstonians love tacos — and we’re excited to expand our footprint into the West U community,” said Torchy’s CEO G.J. Hart in a statement. “While we’re growing rapidly throughout the Southwest, Texas is our home state, and we… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2Ou3XiU from WordPress https://ift.tt/2LOEOO0

Chance the Rapper will bring his latest tour, The Big Day, to Toyota Center on October 23. The tour will kick off on September 14 in San Francisco, visiting 35 cities over the course of two months, he announced July 29. In addition to the Houston date, he will make stops in Dallas on October 22 and Austin on October 24. The tour is in support of his debut studio album, The Big Day, which… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/316X2hh from WordPress https://ift.tt/2YsBn1k

Houston’s influx of hot, European luxury fashion imports show signs of slowing, as evidenced by the recent opening of Barcelona-based bridal boutique Pronovias in The Galleria. Now, those looking for more high-end products from across the pond are in luck, as Parisian luxury leather goods house Moreau Paris has unveiled a new pop-up in River Oaks District. The brand’s now-open Texas flagship store– a 1,152-square-foot space–will remain in the district for one year, according to… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2ZeMSdM from WordPress https://ift.tt/2GDu5Si

Anyone who hasn’t checked the Houston Restaurant Weeks website since it launched on July 15 may want to look again. While the site only launched with 143 locations, that number has swelled to 252 (as of Sunday). Yes, the roster includes multiple outlets of popular restaurants — including five locations of The Union Kitchen, seven locations of Perry’s Steakhouse, and seven locations of El Tiempo — but it also includes several new and/or first-time participants…. from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2K9xc5q from WordPress https://ift.tt/2YuGKB2

Whiskey lovers, rejoice! Several events this week feature the spirit, from classes to seated dinners. Houston Restaurant Weeks kicks off on Thursday, and a Montrose bar has a killer brunch event happening on Saturday. Read on for this week’s not-to-be-missed events. Monday, July 29 National Chicken Wing Day specials around town Celebrate the favorite snack with deals such as this one from Pluckers Wing Bar, where guests can get $1 Bud Lights and 75-cent wings… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2Yq8PVV from WordPress https://ift.tt/2K9BSbo

The question of the night loomed over the proceedings with well over 50,000 packed into NRG Stadium: Can a band — all members over the age of 70 — still rock a huge crowd? The answer: yes. The Rolling Stones are well past their expiration date and defiantly so. They have been a going concern for over 50 years, the former rivals to The (freaking) Beatles and have assuredly turned their many hits into being… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2OokF36 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2Zgol8j

Editor’s note: It’s time to recap the top stories on CultureMap from this past week. 1\. Where to eat in Houston right now: 10 best new restaurants serving up July sizzle. Squable, 1751 Sea & Bar, and MAD lead our picks for new restaurants to try this month. 2\. Sneak peek: Downtown Houston’s highly anticipated food hall opens for business. The opening of Bravery Chef Hall brings five new restaurants and three new bars to… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2On4tiU from WordPress https://ift.tt/2ZbmQbk

The Fandemic Comic Con Tour recently announced the collection of stars who’ll be attending the three-day comics/pop-culture convention in October at NRG Center. And, once again, it’s a cavalcade of much-adored celebs. Avengers star Sebastian Stan, who couldn’t attend last year’s Fandemic (but still squared some time away to meet some Houstonians), will definitely be in the house this year, along with Milo Ventimiglia (This is Us), Sean Astin (Lord of the Rings; Stranger Things),… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/30ZduQA from WordPress https://ift.tt/2K8zcKS

Some of the world’s hottest professional athletes have two things in common: they’re uber-fashionable and they’re Houstonians. When they’re not topping scoring titles or best-of lists, Houston-based stars James Harden, Russell Westbrook, P.J. Tucker (all three Houston Rockets), and Deandre Hopkins (Houston Texans) are frequently mentioned among pop culture’s most stylish. Now, the flashy quartet has landed on Sports Illustrated’s coveted Fashionable 50. Featured in the July 29-August 5, 2019 issue of Sports Illustrated, the… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2YpKbZB from WordPress https://ift.tt/2SJLQE1

Road-tripping with toddlers can make a parent want to turn around and head home. Fits, fights, and full-blown meltdowns are all potentials — and that might be within the first 30 minutes. But when the end destination offers activities and amenities the entire family can appreciate, like toddler- friendly play areas, easy access to nap time, and spacious accommodations (with maybe a cocktail bar for Mom and Dad), a summer getaway is worth the drive… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/30ZMh0a from WordPress https://ift.tt/2yfhBf6

No matter how much we may not want to think about it, death will come for us all eventually. How each of us deals with the demise of those we love, expected or not, is an intensely personal choice — one that is dealt with at length in The Farewell. Nai Nai (Zhao Shuzhen), the matriarch of a Chinese family, has been diagnosed with Stage 4 lung cancer. Instead of informing her of this dire… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2ZddtrR from WordPress https://ift.tt/2K28OCA

Renovations at Uptown Park have brought new additions such as Flower Child, Mendocino Farms, and J. Alexander’s as well as the updating of established concepts Uptown Sushi and McCormick and Schmick’s (newly rebranded as M&S Seafood). With all that work, the future of the former Chammps sports bar space that shuttered in 2016 remained an open question. Now it has an answer. The Rustic will open a second Houston location in Uptown Park, owner FreeRange… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2YlzWl9 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2JZWkLy

By any measure, people in The Heights love crawfish. From January to June, diners fill patios at restaurants like BB’s Cafe, Boil House, and The Boot to devour pound after pound of steaming mudbugs. The area’s only problem is that it lacks a place for Viet-Cajun crawfish, the butter-drenched style that’s become an obsession for Houstonians. Nationally- prominent chefs like David Chang and Andrew Zimmern have featured the style on TV episodes that focus on… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/32UkbVO from WordPress https://ift.tt/2YkWZMT

If you’re booked on an overseas flight and need some long-distance reading, just print out a copy of J.B. Smoove’s IMDb history. That’ll hold you till Paris. Smoove (whose real name is Jerry Angelo Brooks) has enjoyed a 30-year career as an actor, writer, comedian, commercial spokesman, music video performer, game show judge, talk show host, and comedy club headliner. He’s appeared in 20 movies and been a regular on 10 different 10 shows. That’s… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2LJrqKW from WordPress https://ift.tt/2MfyCOd

Mark Holley is back. The acclaimed chef has been absent from Houston’s restaurant world since he shuttered his eponymous Midtown seafood restaurant in 2017, but he’ll soon have a new post. Holley will be the new executive chef of Davis St. at Hermann Park. When the restaurant reopens this fall — it’s been closed since February 2017 — the menu will blend Holley’s innovative, Southern-inspired fare with Davis St. classics like its award-winning crispy Thai… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2GubwQi from WordPress https://ift.tt/2ZbeaBZ

Whether it’s nurturing newborns or tutoring teens, motherhood is no easy task. What can be even harder is finding mom friends or ladies who can relate. “You may be the first out of your girlfriends to have a baby, or your friends and family who are already mothers may live far away,” Michelle Kennedy, a tech expert and busy mom, tells CultureMap. “Leaving the house to go anywhere further than 10 minutes from home with… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2JXDbKc from WordPress https://ift.tt/310cf3l

If you’ve already visited Sweet Tooth Hotel and Rainbow Vomit, here comes another “immersive experience” to add to your Instagram-ready roster. 29Rooms: Expand Your Reality is hitting Dallas for a little more than a week in August, and it’s the first time the “festival of culture, cause, and creativity” will be in Texas. Developed by digital media and entertainment company Refinery29, 29Rooms is exactly what it sounds like. Each space has a different aesthetic and… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2GvYBxd from WordPress https://ift.tt/331WFX4

On this week’s episode of “What’s Eric Eating,” chef Nick Wong joins CultureMap food editor Eric Sandler to discuss his role as chef de cuisine of UB Preserv. The conversation begins with Wong explaining how an interest in food eventually led him to culinary school and then to six years working for acclaimed New York chef David Chang. Wong met chef Chris Shepherd when he came to New York for a guest chef dinner. Once… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2Y6MjGw from WordPress https://ift.tt/2Grsyi8

A new wine bar promises to give Houstonians access to boutique vintages they’ve never tried before. Slated to open this fall in The Heights at 1124 Usener St., Mutiny Wine Room will provide a local outlet for vintages from boutique and small wineries that only produce 500 to 5,000 cases per year. Mutiny’s owners, the husband-and-wife duo of Mark Ellenberger and Emily Trout, got their start in the wine business when they celebrated their first… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2Gt7TdA from WordPress https://ift.tt/2Zb2E9t

Name: Royce, as in MMA legend Royce Gracie, baseball star (for a while) Royce Clayton, and R&B group Rose Royce, who hit the Top 20 with “Car Wash,” which was almost as good as Jim Croce’s “Working at the Car Wash Blues.” Birthdate: March 22, 2019. I’m a youngun. So expect the usual growing pains, and the usual to-die-for-cute. Ethnicity: I’m a beagle-and-Dachshund-mix fella. I’ve got the typical short legs, so it looks like I’m… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2K81ohd from WordPress https://ift.tt/2y9eQM6

When choosing where to raise a family, economic stability, safety, and opportunities for children are at the top of the list. Based on that criteria, Houston may not be the place to put down roots, according to a new study. Personal finance website WalletHub compared 182 U.S. cities to determine which are the best and worst places to raise a family in 2019. Houston places toward the bottom of the list — No. 140 overall… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2YxHLZj from WordPress https://ift.tt/32LyxYB

Even though the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing is already behind us, there are some spots that are still in a spacey, celebratory mood. Discovery Green’s The Grove has $5 artisanal moon pies and $10 Moonwalk cocktails that will be available through July 27. The luxe moon pies are available in classic and chocolate, and the Moonwalk is made with grapefruit juice, orange liqueur, rose water, and champagne. As always, here are… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2K7H2EW from WordPress https://ift.tt/30TgVrV

Downtown Houston’s fourth food hall has officially arrived. The five restaurants and three bars at Bravery Chef Hall are officially open for business. As its name implies, Bravery offers a twist on the typical food hall format. Instead of ordering at a counter and finding a seat in a common area, each of Bravery’s restaurants offer counter seating areas from which diners can watch the chefs prepare their meals. The arrangement both gives diners a… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2JX3hNC from WordPress https://ift.tt/2ZcphdQ

As if Houstonians need another reason to visit West Texas, a new glamping experience is bubbling up just outside of Big Bend National Park. Located in the small town of Terlingua, Basecamp Terlingua offers luxury vacation rentals that are far from typical accommodations. When planning a visit to Basecamp Terlingua, choose from one of four types of rooms: a Lotus tent, tipi, casita, or bubble, which are the real showstoppers. From the outside, the 225-square-foot… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2yarGK0 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2Ybp6hy

Just 30 minutes south of Houston, on the shimmering shores of Clear Lake, sits the largest full-service waterside resort and conference center in Southeast Texas. It’s South Shore Harbour Resort & Conference Center, and if you haven’t visited already, then this summer is the ideal time to pack up, hop in the car, and head down to the country’s third largest boating destination. But water sports aren’t the only draw, especially this time of year…. from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2Ygw3Of from WordPress https://ift.tt/2Ycaw9r

Internationally renowned bridal brand Pronovias has brought their one- of-a-kind shopping experience to the Houston Galleria with a new, intimate boutique featuring personalized service, luxurious surroundings, and an array of stunning wedding gowns. The now-open Galleria location for the Barcelona-based brand marks the third U.S. store, following their initial stateside flagship in New York and a boutique on Miami’s “Miracle Mile.” With global flagship stores in Milan, Paris, London, Shanghai, and Barcelona, the brand’s arrival… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/32OXORK from WordPress https://ift.tt/2SBWAnU

5609 Lynbrook Dr. Houston, TX 77056 Neighborhood: Tanglewood Style: Traditional Square footage: 10,651 Beds: 5 Baths: 5 full, 3 partial Price: $5,950,000 The lowdown: Splendor abounds in this expertly crafted showpiece by Robert Dame. Magnificent in both scale and design, the 2012-built home rests on an enviable corner lot in the coveted Tanglewood neighborhood. A parklike setting encircles the dwelling, with a glistening pool and summer kitchen found in the backyard. Inside, every room is… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2GpRiHe from WordPress https://ift.tt/2YfuRe5

This week I reached out for a Jamaican Jerk Turkey Sub, new from the smoking hot sandwich chain, Firehouse Subs, with 1,170 restaurants in North America, 27 in the Greater Houston area and eight within Houston city limits. Is that precise enough for you … you GPS-dependent wanderers? And what exactly is the Greater Houston area? Put it this way, I can walk to my local Firehouse Subs shop located at 3924 Bellaire Blvd., that’s… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/30Nq0lY from WordPress https://ift.tt/2Yg1Gr6

The Ion — a to-be entrepreneurial hub for startups, universities, tech companies, and more — is, in a way, the lemonade created from the lemons dealt to the city by a snub from Amazon. In 2018, Amazon narrowed its options for a second headquarters to 20 cities, and Houston didn’t make the shortlist. “That disappointment lead to a sense of urgency, commitment, and imagination and out of that has come something better than we ever… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/312J7sD from WordPress https://ift.tt/2SAiS9G

Two of Houston’s top steakhouses have received recognition for their outstanding wine programs. Pappas Bros. Downtown and Mastro’s Steakhouse are two of just eight restaurants nationwide to receive Wine Spectator’s Grand Award designation for the first time. To earn this recognition, restaurants must “show uncompromising, passionate devotion to the quality of their wine program,” according to the magazine. That means cellars with more than 1,000 bottles, a range of vintages, and a generous selection of… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2Ymggli from WordPress https://ift.tt/32QedFc

Good news for the Houston Texans. In a postseason that’s been marked by some minor controversy and upheaval, the team has scored a spot on a prestigious list. A new ranking from Forbes magazine places the Texans at No. 22 among the most valuable sports teams on the planet. For 2019, the estimated value of the Texans is $2.8 billion — unchanged from 2018. The team, owned by Janice McNair, notched an operating income of… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2OdbKl3 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2y9ooqg

The expansion of Mia’s Table into Houston’s suburbs will continue in 2020. Johnny Carrabba has already opened two satellite locations of his fast casual comfort food restaurant in Shenandoah and Webster, but they’ll soon have another sibling in Cypress. Mia’s Table will be one of two anchor tenants at Braun Enterprises’ new retail development at the intersection of Hwy 290 and Fry Road; the restaurant will occupy approximately 5,400-square feet with a 1,000-square foot patio…. from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2YqIxXG from WordPress https://ift.tt/2y3mLL3

Another food festival has come and gone, leaving disappointed attendees who leave feeling ripped off. Last weekend’s Houston Brunch Festival appears to have not lived up to its organizers promises, according to screen shots of social media posts provided to CultureMap. The litany of complaints — long lines, understaffed, little value for money — are familiar to anyone who remembers the various debacles that have taken place over the years, but newcomers might not recall… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2Yl3yTU from WordPress https://ift.tt/2JVTwzc

Being a music fan sometimes means making hard choices. On any given night, especially in the peak summer touring season, a fan might have several worthy picks of where to plunk down their hard earned dollars in the name of top-tier entertainment. This will be the case this week with a huge slate of massive shows with some of the biggest bands in the world playing in Houston, in what is arguably the strongest week… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2YepifQ from WordPress https://ift.tt/2XVLEaK

When celebrity chef Michael Mina and celebrity entrepreneur, TV host, and New York Times bestselling author Ayesha Curry opened International Smoke at CityCentre last year, a certain “B word” was banned. Why the ban? Because International Smoke isn’t about barbecue at all, as it turns out. This is a bold world of wood-fired cooking, with global flavors and local ingredients making for the best steaks, seafood, and ribs alongside a bevy of crave-able vegetable options…. from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/30TqQO9 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2OeLSp4