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Innovative downtown suite supports new Houston working mothers

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As companies roll out back-to-work plans for the new year, one subset of workers’ needs might be overlooked: new, breastfeeding mothers. However, one Houston startups is looking out for them with a new downtown location. Work & Mother Services LLC creates and manages a suite of breastfeeding rooms and support equipment — along with a booking smartphone app, and has officially opened its new suite at Three Allen Center. The new facility has 10 private… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2LeDPr1 from WordPress https://ift.tt/3pHIC38

Travel + Leisure heralds this Texas city a top place to visit in 2021

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None of us has a travel crystal ball, so we don’t know when it’ll be safe to take getaways without giving much thought to our health. But a national travel magazine has just proclaimed what residents of Fort Worth know to be true — that the city will be a pretty great place to visit in 2021. Travel + Leisure magazine on December 18 released its annual, unranked list of the 50 best U.S. places… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3pDpP9h from WordPress https://ift.tt/2JzBZkh

Houston giants in dining, real estate, and medicine we lost in 2020

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This pandemic year has been especially cruel for far too many. Indeed, the nation has not seen a scourge such as this in a century, and it has proven to be deeply and personally costly. Here in Houston, one need only scroll through social media feeds to find someone close who has lost a loved one to COVID-19. (Harris County Public Health reports 2,633 COVID deaths as of December 30.) While myriad Houstonians are grieving… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2WZv5I3 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2L7sARs

These are the 10 stories Houstonians buzzed over most in 2020

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Editor’s note: No one can blame Houstonians for being eager to turn the page on 2020. But as we do, we look back on the headlines that readers most devoured this year. What started off as a promising year quickly turned to a pandemic, cancellations and closings, and racial strife. Readers followed our COVID coverage, but especially took comfort in food; indeed, our most popular story (not surprising in a food city such as ours)… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3aYgm8o from WordPress https://ift.tt/2JzolO5

WWII film Shadow in the Cloud mixes genres with iffy results

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Chloe Grace Moretz has had quite the career for someone who is just 23 years old. She started at age 7, doing a variety of voice and supporting roles before she broke out as Hit-Girl in 2010’s Kick-Ass. Since then, moviegoers have watched her grow up in films like Let Me In, Hugo, Carrie, Neighbors 2, and The Miseducation of Cameron Post. Now, instead of being a kid acting more mature than her years, she… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2WYyvL5 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2XcDpo9

The Riel deal with Houston’s rock star chef, plus choice cheesesteaks

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On this week’s episode of “What’s Eric Eating,” Riel chef-owner Ryan Lachaine joins CultureMap food editor Eric Sandler to discuss his turbulent year. Despite the challenges of operating during a pandemic, he’s found a number of creative ways to keep his doors open. Lachaine last appeared on the show a few days before government officials ordered a temporary shutdown of indoor dining. Since then, he’s begun offering food to-go, created a ghost kitchen sandwich concept,… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3aWj3ax from WordPress https://ift.tt/34Zph5N

Ken Hoffman reveals his boldest predictions for Houston in 2021

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Remember last month when I “predicted” that the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, normally held in March, would be pushed back to May next year because of COVID-19? And the very next day, rodeo officials announced, sure enough, Houston’s biggest event would be held in May? Okay, full disclosure, I was told the announcement was coming. Hey, I know people. But since I’m on a hot streak, here are predictions for 2021, without benefit of… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2WVEJvg from WordPress https://ift.tt/3htUbZ8

Here are the top 6 things to do in Houston this weekend

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It’s New Year’s weekend, and we’re ready to bid farewell to this hellish year that is 2020 and move on to 2021. Some are opting to stay home given the pandemic, while others are getting dolled up to hit some of the hot New Year’s Eve events happening around town (see them all here). Foodies can check out our ultimate guide to New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day dining in Houston here. However you… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3pGr6fE from WordPress https://ift.tt/3aSUo6R

Meet all the adorable babies born at the Houston Zoo in 2020

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Given the horror that 2020 presented to so many, locals would be forgiven for clamoring to all things cute — and few things are cuter than newborn animals. Locally, the Houston Zoo provided fans with a gaggle of cute and cuddly newborns this year, ranging from a bouncing baby elephant to a red-tailed monkey. Here, then, is an adorable reminder, courtesy of the zoo, of all the babies born there in 2020, spreading some cheer… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/34WuDyu from WordPress https://ift.tt/34UPemW

3 things to know in Houston food: Openings, closings, and TBK on TV

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Editor’s note: Houston’s restaurant scene moves pretty fast. In order to prevent CultureMap readers from missing anything, let’s stop to look around at all the latest news to know. Phat Kitchen’s brief tenure at the Blodgett Food Hall has come to an end. Chef-owner Alex Au-Yeung shuttered the ghost kitchen, a companion to his acclaimed Katy restaurant Phat Eatery, last week. The chef cited poor customer service by the food hall’s employees as the reason… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2LbpITi from WordPress https://ift.tt/3n5g3Ls

Here’s the Houston restaurant America can’t afford to lose

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As the year draws to a close, Esquire magazine offers a slightly different take on the national restaurant scene. Instead of another best of list, the men’s lifestyle publication submits its take on “100 Restaurants America Can’t Afford to Lose.” The list’s recognizes “these spots around the country–old and new, scruffy and spiffy–that we consider restaurants that America can’t afford to lose,” Esquire food and drinks editor Jeff Gordinier writes. Only three Texas establishments make… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2WTpwuO from WordPress https://ift.tt/3aVTJkU

Mardi Gras Galveston 2021 celebration canceled amid COVID-19 concerns

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Mardi Gras Galveston festivities will officially have to wait another year. Galveston city council voted unanimously to approve canceling the 2021 Mardi Gras celebration, originally slated for February 5-16, to minimize the risk of COVID-19 spread. The council said it intends to bring back the event when it’s safe. When considering the decision, council members noted that the main Mardi Gras krewes canceled parades, which are key elements of the event. Special events permits have… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3mVfwf2 from WordPress https://ift.tt/38QPJQf

The 10 best movies of 2020 made watching movies at home a joy

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The positive side of the double-edged sword that was the movie world in 2020 is that the movies that might otherwise be buried under week after week of big studio releases all got a chance to shine in the streaming/video-on-demand landscape. While the following list contains a handful starry movies, most of them are ones where lesser known actors showed that they too are capable of stellar work. from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3aT59G6 from WordPress https://ift.tt/38PSUaD

Houston’s greatest and most defining moments of 2020

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This pandemic year has left many shaken, walking wounded with a profound sense of loss, despair, and grief. Factor in the broiling summer of racial tension after the George Floyd murder, plus the recent political polarization, and it all seems too much to bear. But Houstonians are nothing if not resilient. To wit: We roll our eyes at tropical storms, smirk at hurricanes, and patiently endure floods. When crisis strikes — as it does –… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3pvtKos from WordPress https://ift.tt/2KENJ5G

The 10 worst movies of 2020 made a bad year even harder to take

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The year 2020 was a double-edged sword for movie lovers. On one hand, the pandemic brought the vast majority of releases straight to streaming or video- on-demand options, giving plenty of options at viewers’ fingertips. On the other hand, those movies could be a crapshoot, with no guarantee of quality in a year when many studios were just trying to find ways for their movies to be seen. from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2KJ3cBq from WordPress https://ift.tt/3n2yb8K

Major college football bowl game canceled in Houston due to COVID-19

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Houston has been forced to punt on a major college football New Year’s Eve bowl game. The Mercari Texas Bowl game was canceled by organizers on December 29, according to a Twitter post. Organizers cite an increased number of positive COVID-19 tests within the Texas Christian University football program. “While we’re disappointed in canceling this year’s game, we look forward to hosting both the Texas Kickoff and Texas Bowl next season,” said the event’s executive… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3o0tCgr from WordPress https://ift.tt/2WUiSUZ

The top restaurant and bar stories Houstonians consumed in 2020

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Editor’s note: As the year comes to a close, we look back at the 10 most popular restaurant and bar stories of 2020. Articles about prominent closures always hold a list of couple of spots on these annual lists, but they’ve never before dominated the way they do this year. Consider it just one of the many signs of the unprecedented challenges restaurants faced due to the coronavirus pandemic. On a more promising note, Houstonians… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3rLgH4z from WordPress https://ift.tt/3nYAhIf

Houston’s Chopped champion opens decadent new burger joint in Katy

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A decadent burger joint has opened in Katy. Craft Burger has opened its first stand-alone location in the Mason Village Shopping Center (21945 Katy Freeway). Chef-owner Shannen Tune opened Craft Burger as a food truck in 2016. From there, the Chopped champion expanded to Finn Hall in 2018. The new restaurant offers 25 tables and a custom mural by local artist Israel Rodriguez. While it’s perfectly possible to get a standard cheeseburger, the restaurant has… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2MegQwR from WordPress https://ift.tt/38OsbeE

Houston’s bravest heat up this year’s hottest society stories

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Editor’s note: During its busiest seasons, Houston’s society set was forced to deftly pivot this year, with many organizations hosting virtual events instead of in-person fetes. While these virtual affairs admirably captured the soiree spirit (folks happily donned their formalwear at home in front of their computers), nothing quite beats the real thing. So, it was with a sense of fearlessness that some groups opted to throw in-person galas, notably, an event honoring Houston’s bravest…. from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/37VUuZj from WordPress https://ift.tt/3rEJ300

Harris County, start the new year safely with free rides from Lyft

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A lot of people are staying home this New Year’s Eve, but if you’re planning to go out then Lyft and TxDOT’s Houston Traffic Safety Coalition want to make sure you’re getting around safely. They’re giving Harris County residents free rides on December 31 (and into January 1) in the form of a code that’s good for a $10 credit. But you might want to sign up for yours sooner rather than later — there… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/38MJzAn from WordPress https://ift.tt/3mXYFYX

Favorite Texas market unsurprisingly bags Grocer of the Year award

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The one-time H-E-B catchphrase “If you’re not from here, you just don’t get it” doesn’t seem to ring true any longer. As the San Antonio-based grocer’s reputation spreads beyond the borders of the Lone Star State, H-E-B recently bagged an award from one national industry publication, in part, thanks to its pandemic response. Grocery Dive, which follows news and trends shaping the grocery industry, named H-E-B Grocer of the Year for 2020 as part of… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2MjeNrt from WordPress https://ift.tt/2L3CQtM

Harris County forgives hundreds of small business loans for locals

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The global pandemic has wreaked havoc on local small businesses; many have struggled without savings, credit, and capital to continue on during the downturn. For some immediate relief, Harris County and the Houston-Galveston Area Council (HGAC) offered some 444 area small businesses interest-free loans of up to $25,000 earlier this year. The loans would be forgiven in five years, per the initial Harris County COVID-19 Forgivable Loan Program agreement. Now, in some feel-good, holiday news,… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3pyuxFj from WordPress https://ift.tt/2WT6cOb

Houston’s year in entertainment bids farewell to beloved local icons

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Editor’s note: This year forced myriad Houston industries to screech to a halt, however, entertainment in Houston was hot in 2020. Safe choices such as drive-in movies were all the rage and show no sign of slowing. In keeping with 2020, this year’s most-read entertainment story centered on the curtain call of a local movie favorite. 1\. Longtime cult-favorite Houston movie theater permanently shutters. Opened in the summer of 1997, the southwest Houston-based AMC Studio… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3nVN2Dp from WordPress https://ift.tt/2MiYGu9

Beloved Houston bagel shop rolls out second location in Bellaire

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Houston’s newest bagel shop opens this week. The Bagel Shop Bakery, a sister location to the 45-year old Meyerland original, will soon makes its debut. Located in a former pawn shop/drug store at 5422 Bellaire Blvd., the new Bagel Shop Bakery is one of three concepts that co-owner Michael Saghian is opening in the space. Houston Catering Concepts has already begun operating on premises, while a second location of the bakery’s companion New York Deli… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3aWxpHQ from WordPress https://ift.tt/34RMTZX

Houston’s top real estate stories of 2020 boast huge homes and closets

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Editor’s note: As the year comes to a close, we look back at the 10 biggest real estate stories in Houston for 2020. While the pandemic slowed development overall, home sales surged. Our most-read stories include a buzzy mixed-use development in Montrose, celebrity homes hitting the market, and the nation’s biggest closet (and its surrounding house) finally selling in The Woodlands. 1\. Massive new walkable mixed-use development breaks ground in Montrose. The Montrose Collective, a… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2KAXjqa from WordPress https://ift.tt/3aPcc2A

Texas philanthropist’s 3 famous ranches command $340M list price

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When Fort Worth rancher, horse aficionado, art collector, arts patron, and philanthropist Anne Marion died in February at age 81, she left behind a Texas ranching empire about one-third the size of Rhode Island. Now, all three of Marion’s ranches are on the market for more than $340 million. In her will, Marion dictated that the three Texas Panhandle properties — collectively known as the 6666’s ranches — be sold. They encompass 266,255 acres spread… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3rzhLbk from WordPress https://ift.tt/3mX0fdy

City of Houston donates $5 million to local arts groups and creatives

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Houston’s gig economy workers have been hard hit during the pandemic — artists and creatives especially so. To that end, several local charities have stepped in to offer aid. Most recently, the Houston Music Foundation gifted $15,000 to area professionals, with funds largely raised by local rap legend, Bun B. Now, the City of Houston has announced a total of $5 million distributed to artists, cultural organizations, music venues, and musicians. The CARES funds were… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/38G2lcS from WordPress https://ift.tt/37QY6Mm

City of Houston donates $5 million to local arts groups and creatives

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Houston’s gig economy workers have been hard hit during the pandemic — artists and creatives especially so. To that end, several local charities have stepped in to offer aid. Most recently, the Houston Music Foundation gifted $15,000 to area professionals, with funds largely raised by local rap legend, Bun B. Now, the City of Houston has announced a total of $5 million distributed to artists, cultural organizations, music venues, and musicians. The CARES funds were… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/38G2lcS from WordPress https://ift.tt/2WSkDSM

Master list of New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day dining in Houston

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Houston restaurants are ready to help people celebrate the end of 2020 with a variety of dine-in and to-go specials. We’ve also included a few brunch options for easing into 2021 after a night of excesses. New Year’s Eve a’Bouzy The River Oaks restaurant is offering a to-go New Year’s Eve Party Kit for four ($308) that includes: ingredients for cocktails with Volcan Blanco Tequila (recipe card + instructional video link included), Veuve Clicquot Yellow… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2Ju06AS from WordPress https://ift.tt/3mWqErW

4 Houstonians cash in on Forbes’ list of richest American families

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While 2020 has been a nightmare financially for many, some locals have cashed in. One example is Houston’s Duncan family, with a net worth of $22 billion, who once again appear on the annual Forbes ranking of America’s richest families. (The Duncans come in at No. 11 on the Forbes list.) The four children of pipeline mogul Dan Duncan — Randa Duncan Williams, Milane Frantz, Dannine Duncan Avara, and Scott Duncan — inherited a $10… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/34PyPjT from WordPress https://ift.tt/3psCr2R

Houston’s new hike and bike trail kicks off week’s top 5 stories

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Editor’s note: It’s time to recap the top stories on CultureMap from this past week. 1\. Major hike and bike trail rolls out in bustling Houston neighborhood. The 2.4-mile segment in Spring Branch connects neighborhoods, retail stores, schools, Schwartz Park, and employment centers. 2\. Houston’s best restaurants open for Christmas Day — dine-in or to-go. Judging by the offerings, prime rib was the unofficial dish of Christmas. 3\. Historic Montrose landmark estate courts market at… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3hiv638 from WordPress https://ift.tt/3nQSwPN

Bloated Wonder Woman 1984 doesn’t do the superhero justice

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The release of Wonder Woman in 2017 proved to be a boon for the struggling DC Extended Universe. After the derided entries of Man of Steel, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, and Suicide Squad, the long-awaited solo film for the Amazonian warrior gave hope that the powers-that-be in the movie division finally understood how to showcase their heroes properly. Whatever lessons they may have learned then are not evident in Wonder Woman 1984, a… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2KUucO2 from WordPress https://ift.tt/3rt4ilh

Architectural Digest draws up list of Austin’s 7 best Airbnb rentals

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If you’re looking to make the season a bit brighter, perhaps a road trip is in order. Architectural Digest recently assembled a list of the city’s seven best Airbnb rental properties. They range from 1950s bungalows to a vintage trailer with charm to spare. Architectural Digest notes that all seven properties are certified as “Airbnb Plus,” meaning they deliver exceptional quality, comfort, and style. A note, however, Airbnb is cracking down on house parties at… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3aAI0bw from WordPress https://ift.tt/3mKXY55

The 14 best ways to party on New Year’s Eve in Houston

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Many Houstonians are looking forward to celebrating New Year’s Eve in style. We also know there are those cautious souls who would much prefer to stay at home — because, you know, we’re still in the middle of a’ pandemic. This year, we decided to round up a baker’s dozen of NYE events — some of them will be virtual, some of them will be out in the open. Aerosol Warfare Catch an online event… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2WJrrSI from WordPress https://ift.tt/38wq1Ad

Houston lands on nice list of best cities to celebrate Christmas

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As we prepare to spend another major holiday surrounded by the comforts of home, it’s nice to know that Houston is one of the best cities to celebrate Christmas. Favorite financial resource WalletHub recently released its timely list, ranking the 100 largest U.S. cities based on 15 indicators of “a safe and affordable Christmas.” With a total score of 59.37, H-Town ranks No. 22 overall and among the top five in Texas. Houston comes in… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/37JOu64 from WordPress https://ift.tt/37MvV0V

Here are the top 6 things to do in Houston this Christmas weekend

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Christmas weekend generally involves watching movies, returning gifts, and visiting friends. For those feeling a little adventurous, several events are vying for your participation, especially boozy affairs. Here are your best bets for a holly, jolly weekend. Happy holidays! Thursday, December 24 Drink the Tree at The Rustic Here’s an interesting way to drink away the holidays. Guests can “drink the tree” by choosing from an assortment of beers (including beers from the Karbach Brewing… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/38vgXMa from WordPress https://ift.tt/3aDL46x

George Clooney brings bleakness and humanity with The Midnight Sky

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The year 2020 has played host to a nightmarish global catastrophe, so ending the year with a movie about a nightmarish global catastrophe may not be at the top of many people’s lists. That’s the divide which the new Netflix movie The Midnight Sky must bridge, something made easier by the presence of a movie star like George Clooney. Clooney, who both stars in and directs the film, plays Augustine, a scientist with terminal cancer… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2WFbyMK from WordPress https://ift.tt/37MG6CV

8 top Houston hotels offering cool deals for a holiday staycation

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Houstonians can be forgiven for desperately needing a break this holiday season. Yet at a time when so many would be boarding planes, trains, and automobiles for that much-anticipated holiday trip, talk of another pandemic shutdown is once again looming. Fortunately for locals with wanderlust, Houston’s sprawling expanse offers myriad opportunities for mini getaway staycations. Safety is no doubt a top concern when venturing out during COVID. To that end, numerous hotels have pledged to… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3aDiNNr from WordPress https://ift.tt/3azX9d7

Veteran Houston pizzeria fires up new location in Sharpstown

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One of Houston’s most well-established pizzerias has arrived in Southwest Houston. Spanky’s Pizza recently opened its third Houston-area location at 7118 Bellaire Blvd. Founded in 1976 by Frank Roche, later joined by partner John Mariner, the new Spanky’s continues the traditions established by the original location on Telephone Rd. Now, Roche’s daughters, Holly Waters and Robin Sweeney, are leading the company. Waters recognizes that opening during a pandemic isn’t ideal, but they decided to move… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3hhAZOe from WordPress https://ift.tt/3nNe939

Galveston home with stunning beach views hits market for $1.5 million

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If 2020 has taught people anything, it’s the importance of having a place to retreat from the chaos of daily life. Enter 374 Atkinson St. on Bolivar Peninsula. The six-bedroom, six-bath home sits squarely on the beach, offering sweeping Gulf views and endless opportunities for entertaining and R&R. Used as a weekend home by Jason’s Deli founder, the late Joe Tortice Jr., and his family, this home is ready for its next chapter of gatherings…. from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3mIsRXR from WordPress https://ift.tt/2WEaM2P

Houston’s dining highs and lows, plus our favorite new restaurant

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On this week’s episode of “What’s Eric Eating,” CultureMap food editor Eric Sandler takes a look back at the year in dining. To help him chronicle the highs and lows of 2020, he’s joined by three of his regular co-hosts: Matt Harris, Linda Salinas, and Felice Sloan. The conversation begins with Sandler asking the panelists for their favorite new restaurants of the year. Bludorn, the French-influenced restaurant from former Cafe Boulud executive chef Aaron Bludorn,… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3aE3ZOU from WordPress https://ift.tt/3mE5X44

First commercial space station on the planet to be built in Houston

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Houston’s Spaceport will be the place where the world’s first commercial space station will be built, according to Mayor Sylvester Turner. The announcement was made during a December 22 briefing, where Turner announced the partnership between the Houston Spaceport and Axiom Space. “Our great city is known for taking on humankind’s boldest challenges,” Turner said. “In 2021, the Houston Spaceport will be the first headquarters for Axiom Space, a privately funded space enterprise.” According to… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/37GfF1v from WordPress https://ift.tt/3nFTzlk

8 most Instagrammable spots at Houston’s new amazing art adventure

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Wondrous, engaging, and psychedelic, Seismique is a much-anticipated — and much-needed, in this time of quarantined lockdown — multi-sensory trip for lucky visitors. Thematically and situationally, the new, totally immersive 40,000-square-foot art experience couldn’t’ be more Houston. To wit: The interactive museum-meets-playground is a sci-fi fan’s vivid dream — one (in a totally H-Town move) that has taken over an empty, big-box store in a west Houston strip center. Guests can journey into this massive… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2KMnj1m from WordPress https://ift.tt/3nP4BoE

New Montrose ‘record bar’ serves up spot to eat, drink, and chill

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Two talented chefs have teamed up to open a new bar and lounge in Montrose. Chefs Lung Ly and Gary Ly (no relation) unveiled 93′ Til over the weekend. Located in the former Night Heron space at 1601. W. Main St., the restaurant represents a homecoming for both chefs. Diners may recognize Gary Ly from his time working at Underbelly and Revival Market; he left Houston over three years ago to work for celebrity chef… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2WGUaau from WordPress https://ift.tt/2LVqT9T

Bad behavior by men gets rightly punished in Promising Young Woman

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Message movies can come in all forms, from serious Oscar-bait dramas to hilarious satires. But there’s rarely, if ever, been a message movie like Promising Young Woman, which tackles an issue that’s a scourge on society in one of the most provocative ways you can imagine. Cassandra (Carey Mulligan) is an emotionally-stilted woman, as evidenced by the fact that she’s still living at home at age 30 and working at a coffee shop despite having… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3aGKdSV from WordPress https://ift.tt/2Krst2U

Cool Rice Military home offers 3 floors of fabulous design

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208 Detering St., Unit B Houston, TX 77007 Neighborhood: Rice Military Style: Traditional Square footage: 2,691 Beds: 3 Baths: 2 full, 2 partial Price: $437,000 The lowdown: Fitness trails, shopping centers, nightlife, and restaurants are moments away from this sumptuous home. Its ground floor is dedicated to entertaining (or could be an ideal office space) with a dry bar, sliding-door access to the covered patio, and a powder bath. The second floor boasts hardwoods, a… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/37HWcOc from WordPress https://ift.tt/2WD2JTJ

Houston neighbor forced into COVID restrictions due to rising cases

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Some counties in southeast Texas are having to return to COVID-19 pandemic restrictions, a move that was blasted Tuesday, December 22 by Galveston County Judge Mark Henry. Texas Dept. of State Health Services Commissioner John Hellerstedt notified the county that it had reached the threshold that requires tightening restrictions under Gov. Greg Abbott’s latest executive order on the COVID-19 pandemic. The rollback includes the closure of bars, reducing restaurant capacity to 50 percent and it… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3aybgzt from WordPress https://ift.tt/34DqbEN

10 things to know in food right now: Openings, closings, and more

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Editor’s note: Houston’s restaurant scene moves pretty fast. In order to prevent CultureMap readers from missing anything, let’s stop to look around at all the latest news to know. Openings, closings, and coming attractions Tres Tacos celebrated its grand opening on December 17. Located in Montrose at 212 Westheimer Rd, the restaurant, a sister concept to downtown’s La Fisheria, blends Middle Eastern and Mexican flavors to create dishes such as hummus with chipotle and pico… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2LURunv from WordPress https://ift.tt/2Jc288u

Pour Behavior’s energetic atmosphere is what you need to ring in 2021

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This is definitely the year to go big for New Year’s Eve, so Pour Behavior is welcoming in 2021 with a bash befitting the occasion — and you’ll want to be a part of it. The mega entertainment venue and restaurant is taking advantage of its gargantuan 18,000 square feet by offering plenty of room to social distance, with tables placed well apart. A giant covered patio expands the party space and brings the celebration… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3hiUWUQ from WordPress https://ift.tt/3nMgRpU

Major hike and bike trail rolls out in bustling Houston neighborhood

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Runners, cyclists, and hikers, take note: A new urban trail has just been completed, bringing closer a plan to link downtown Houston with the city’s far west side. The new, $1.7 million, 2.4-mile segment in Spring Branch stretches between Blalock Road and Wirt Road, connecting neighborhoods, retail stores, schools, Schwartz Park, and employment centers. Completion of all 10-feet-wide, paved Spring Branch Trail phases are part of the Spring Branch Management District’s 2015-2030 Comprehensive Plan. Once… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2WDs2Fk from WordPress https://ift.tt/34E7K2R