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Houston surprisingly doesn’t top list of cities with worst traffic

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A new study from Texas A&M University ranked Houston high on a list of top cities in the U.S. with the worst traffic. The annual Texas A&M Urban Mobility Report measured the average amount of time drivers spent sitting in traffic during peak travel periods throughout 2020. Since 1982, Los Angeles took the title as having the worst traffic, but for 2020, New York City took the lead. The change was mostly attributed to businesses… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3yeZuCX from WordPress https://ift.tt/2Ug0sQm

Questlove’s Summer of Soul spotlights ’60s Black music, civil rights

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At their best, documentaries can shine a light on people or issues that often go unexplored. And given the long history of systemic racism in the United States, it’s no surprise that the people and issues whose stories are not told as often are those of people of color. That can even be the case when the story involves some of the best-known Black people of the 20th century. The summer of 1969 was when… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2TlPNUl from WordPress https://ift.tt/3h5ADeN

Screening dates for iconic Houston nightclub’s film finally revealed

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For decades, Houston hipsters, music fans, the elite, and disenfranchised have mingled with visiting celebs at the celebrated Montrose nightclub, Numbers. The venerable venue has seen the likes of Iggy Pop to Keanu Reeves, and every A-lister in between. And oh, the stories the club’s outside wall mural could tell. Now, Numbers is the center of a much-anticipated documentary focusing on the club’s illustrious history. Tickets for two summer screenings are now on sale, per… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3qAm6uM from WordPress https://ift.tt/3h77xf4

Beloved Houston children’s hospital once again named top in nation

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Innovative and pioneering, Texas Children’s Hospital has landed on many a best-of list. The latest is a ranking of the best pediatric hospitals in the nation by the prestigious U.S. News & World Report. Texas Children’s ranks an impressive No. 3 in the publication’s 2021-22 Best Children’s Hospitals Survey. The beloved Houston center is named as the best place in the country for children in need of pediatric cardiology and heart surgery care for the… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3drs7ob from WordPress https://ift.tt/3jvjJrW

2 Houston star chefs launch African/African American dinner series

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As passionate diners now, Houston has no shortage of culinary diversity; from end to end, diners can food representing nearly every continent and culinary style on Earth. And, in a city like ours, where dining out is the unofficial (or official?) sport, Houstonians love celebrating those different styles and the chefs who create them. Into this mix comes a carefully curated culinary experience, the brainchild of chef Keisha Griggs and Kulture’s Marcus Davis. Kulture: A… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3juMeWs from WordPress https://ift.tt/3qCIILk

Buzzy Oregon-based coffee bar brews up third Houston-area location

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Houstonians who can’t get enough java now have yet another percolating option. Black Rock Coffee Bar, widely popular in its home state of Oregon, will open its third Houston-area outpost in mid-July. This new Black Rock Coffee bar will be nestled in booming and bustling Webster on 702 Bay Area Blvd. — at the intersection of Bay Area Boulevard and Texas Avenue at Baybrook Mall, per the company. Coffee lovers can expect Black Rock’s signature… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3dtv9Zm from WordPress https://ift.tt/3A7nVUq

Texas museum exhibit celebrates Black men who’ve changed the world

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A highly acclaimed traveling exhibition from the Smithsonian Institution is making a summer stop at the African American Museum in Dallas. “Men of Change: Power. Triumph. Truth.” went on view June 26 and runs until September 12. The exhibition presents “the narrative of a nation through the profiles of significant African American men who are icons in the country’s historical and cultural landscape,” the museum says in a release. These include contemporary celebrities — superstars… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3x6gRWi from WordPress https://ift.tt/3h4JEoL

‘World’s greatest tenor’ tunes up one-night-only Houston performance

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One of the most beloved and heralded operatic voices on the globe is headed to Houston for his first-even visit to the Lone Star State. Internationally renowned tenor Jonas Kaufmann, once dubbed “the world’s greatest tenor” by The Telegraph, will headline a special Houston Grand Opera performance on October 6, the opera announced. The concert in the Wortham Theater Center’s Brown Theater will feature a broad selection of arias and excerpts from the heroic tenor… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3y80N6m from WordPress https://ift.tt/2SEUrwq

7 ways to have the best summer vacation ever in Galveston

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Is it time to feel the sun on your shoulders, your toes in the sand, and the waves lapping around your legs? Yes, summer’s here and you can live out your beach fantasies in Galveston. But there’s far more to the island than sand and sun; its museums, murals, historic architecture, and wealth of experiences make it stand apart from most other coastal cities. Here are seven ways you can have the best summer ever… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3x5rCIr from WordPress https://ift.tt/3hkZ2fo

Texans will soon be able to buy beer and wine earlier on Sundays

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We’ve all done it: gone to the grocery store early before noon on a Sunday trying to buy wine or beer, only to get to the register and be reminded, sorry pal, you’re going to have to wait. No? Just us? Well, so long as you won’t be buying alcohol before 10 am on a Sunday, you won’t have to remove your bottles of early morning booze from your cart anymore. Starting September 1, Texans… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2TjhCfZ from WordPress https://ift.tt/3h2zhBx

Longtime Garden Oaks YMCA set for major makeover and updates

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A longtime and beloved Heights neighborhood community center is set for a major makeover. The Harriet and Joe Foster Family YMCA will launch a two-phase renovation plan, set to “provide members with a refreshed, modern experience and more opportunities for connection,” per press materials. Locals can expect a rejuvenated welcome center, an intergenerational room, expanded wellness center, a youth makerspace, renovated group exercise studios, and new, outdoor pavilion. Expect updates to be complete this fall…. from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/35Y91lL from WordPress https://ift.tt/2Tcd6jy

Talented and familiar chef takes over Rice Village Italian restaurant

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A new face is in the kitchen at Roma, the cozy Italian Rice Village spot located in a charming cottage at the corner of University Boulevard and Morningside Drive. And that new face is a familiar one. Sandro Scarafile helmed the restaurant in its incarnation as Sud Italia, Roma’s predecessor. He’s spent the last year running a food truck, and is happy to be back in the kitchen. “I’m not going to be changing the… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/360hqFb from WordPress https://ift.tt/3x4W7yb

Global juggernaut Amazon delivers yet another outpost to Houston area

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Jeff Bezos’ global powerhouse is showing no signs of slowing; indeed, its Houston-area footprint is growing. Amazon Logistics has announced plans to open a new 180,000-square-foot delivery station located in League City. This new outpost promises to power Amazon’s last-mile delivery capabilities to speed up deliveries for customers specifically in the Galveston County area, per a release. Just what is an Amazon delivery station? Simply put, packages are shipped to delivery stations from neighboring Amazon… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3dqSmLF from WordPress https://ift.tt/35XXm6v

Texas-based Golden Chick adds suddenly trendy chicken menu item

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It’s too soon to call this a trend but Golden Chick, known for fried chicken and tenders, has added a new menu item: boneless chicken thighs. In a release, they describe chicken thighs as the most flavorful and juicy part of the chicken, and they’ve devised a boneless version they say makes them easy-to-eat and easy-to-dip. (Visit the official site to find all the Houston locations.) If you’re getting a sense of deja vu, you’re… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3qywUJW from WordPress https://ift.tt/2SxW3YC

Major Southwest Freeway closure halted due to inclement weather

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Houston drivers have a bit of respite. Due to weather, the closure on the Chimney Rock exit from US-59/I-69 southbound that was scheduled for Monday, June 28, has been pushed back to Tuesday, June 29, at 9 pm, according to a tweet from the Texas Department of Transportation: > Crews have postponed the closure of the I-69 Southwest Freeway southbound exit to Chimney Rock due to rain. It will not be closed tonight. It will… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3jvfCvE from WordPress https://ift.tt/3dkyREj

Favorite Houston po’ boy palace shutters Medical Center location

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In January of last year, as CultureMap food editor Eric Sandler reported, Antone’s Famous Po’ Boys opened a highly anticipated location in the Medical Center. Now, however, the company announced the outpost at 6618 Fannin St. has shuttered. The last day of service was Friday, June 25; the location officially shut on Saturday, June 26. “Closing the Medical Center location allows us to serve more staff and employees in the area by making our sandwiches… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2UMhcPI from WordPress https://ift.tt/2T7G18n

Pivotal Braeswood Place bridge gets major flood improvement this week

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Yet another Houston-area flood mitigation project is in the works. A pivotal bridge in the Braeswood Place area will undergo beam replacement starting early Tuesday, June 29, according to the Harris County Flood Control District. The beam replacement will improve the Buffalo Speedway bridge, which crosses Braes Bayou; work will occur near 3201 Drummond Street at Buffalo Speedway at approximately 6 am, per a press announcement. Locals can expect traffic and detours. Construction updates and… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2SDLyTS from WordPress https://ift.tt/3dodWjU

Latest species to invade Houston is an icky super-long predatory worm

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Like red ants and killer bees aren’t bad enough, there’s another invasive species in Texas that has slithered into Dallas-Fort Worth: an extra-long worm — it can be nearly a foot long — disgusting on its own, but also predatory, in that it eats earthworms, which are essential to maintain healthy soil. It’s called a hammerhead flatworm, and The Texas Invasive Species Institute confirms that they’re starting to be spotted in the Houston area. The… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2SyfgJL from WordPress https://ift.tt/3dke2J9

New one-of-a-kind North Houston business campus packs in the perks

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Those seeking an office space with tons of amenities and a green edge have a new spot to check out: the 2 million-square-foot CityNorth. It’s North Houston’s only Class A business campus, with leasing rates that average one-third of comparable properties in The Woodlands. Its six unique, LEED-certified buildings feature available office spaces from 1,000 to 1 million square feet, all with flexible configurations. “There’s nothing like this in the area,” says Kevin Wyatt, senior… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3x37l6i from WordPress https://ift.tt/3AieVMu

Iconic downtown Houston tower reveals shimmering new makeover

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A major downtown complex has just received a fresh makeover. Heritage Plaza, the tower located at 1111 Bagby St. is unveiling a clean, modern new design to tenants and visitors thanks to a sweeping makeover courtesy of Houston-based Kirksey Architecture. As CultureMap previously reported, construction began in October 2019 with O’Donnell/Snider Construction serving as the general contractor. Key elements of the renovation, per press materials provided by developer Brookfield Properties, include: A reconceptualized arrival experience… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3qAVyJV from WordPress https://ift.tt/3hdBHfI

Hoffman crunches the ridic numbers on Elton John’s big Houston show

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As we reported last week, tickets for Elton John’s final concert ever in Houston, November 4, 2022 at Minute Maid Park, will go on sale to the general public at 10 am Wednesday, June 30 at the usual Ticketmaster locations. Get ’em while you can. There have been several pre-sales for groups like the Rocket Fan Club and American Express cardholders. Tickets already are available on the secondary market for as much as $4,300 for… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3y6J9QF from WordPress https://ift.tt/3huno6L

Bustling Houston-area suburb claims top spot for business-savvy cities

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Sugar Land has landed some sweet recognition for its business-friendly atmosphere. A new ranking from Go.Verizon.com puts Sugar Land first among what it calls “the most business-savvy cities in America.” The study looked only at cities with at least 100,000 residents. “Landing the coveted top position on our list, business owners in this suburb outside of Houston know a thing or two about doing it bigger,” Go.Verizon.com says. “With a mean household income of $157,923… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3y4PcVA from WordPress https://ift.tt/3dmNc3i

Sneak peek of new Heights food hall heats up this week’s top stories

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Editor’s note: It’s time to recap the top stories on CultureMap from this past week. 1\. Sneak peek of massive new food hall opening soon near The Heights. This exciting new food hall will offer up a wine bar, coffee house, retails, and even a dog park to visitors. 2\. Just-announced $28.7 million sale keeps Luby’s in Houston and Texas. The new deal will keep Houstonians eating square fish and mac and cheese for the… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3dfsOku from WordPress https://ift.tt/3quGRIc

2 posh Post Oaks restaurants announce triumphant return after fire

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One of Houston’s hottest restaurants is making a triumphant return after a near catastrophe. After a serious fire caused the immediate closure of The Annie Cafe & Bar and posh Turner’s on May 18, owner Ben Berg has announced that both will reopen for dinner service at 4 pm Saturday, June 26. Given the expected demand, reservations are recommended for both restaurants. (Those interested should call The Annie at 713-804-1800 or Turner’s at 713-804-1212 or… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3dfqw4Y from WordPress https://ift.tt/3h9mqwb

British pub/restaurant darts into buzzy Houston mixed-use development

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A revolutionary, British dart-focused restaurant/bar/event venue is flying into a buzzy Houston mixed-use development. The bustling Allen Parkway corridor project Regent Square will welcome Flight Club, the immersive pub making waves in the U.K. and here in the U.S. This is the first Texas Flight Club outpost, set to open late 2021. (The venue boasts a popular presence in Chicago.) Visitors should expect a decidedly retro Brit vibe, with plush booths, semi- private gaming areas,… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3h5l8SX from WordPress https://ift.tt/3vWnvwZ

Pregnancy fears skyrocket in creepy but muddled False Positive

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Going through pregnancy can be one of the most stressful times in a woman’s life just from the sheer effort of making sure both she and the baby make it through healthy. Support is crucial during that time, and a lack of it has the possibility of leading a woman down some dark roads, a theme that can be seen in the new A24/Hulu drama, False Positive. Lucy (Ilana Glazer) and Adrian (Justin Theroux) have… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3xahlKQ from WordPress https://ift.tt/35Svdxv

3 Houston head honchos rank among America’s top CEOs in new report

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Three Houston-area CEOs are doing a exemplary job of leading, says a new report. Dr. Peter Pisters (MD Anderson Cancer Center), Dr. Marc Boom (Houston Methodist), and Worthing Jackman (Waste Connections) appear on Glassdoor’s new list of the top 100 CEOs for 2021. Pisters scored particularly well; he ranked third overall on the prestigious list and earned a 99-percent approval rating from MD Anderson employees who shared anonymous feedback on the Glassdoor platform, which publishes… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3xaaJfu from WordPress https://ift.tt/3A3hWQK

Goode Company’s sizzling fried chicken pop-up will soon fly the coop

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One of Houston’s most beloved culinary institutions has announced that its popular fried-chicken concept is leaving the nest. Goode Bird, the buzzy fried chicken to-go only concept that opened inside the iconic Goode Company Armadillo Palace last year during the pandemic to serve comfort grub to hungry locals, is flying the coop. Last orders to grab the pop-up’s savory buttermilk fried chicken, spit-roasted chicken, butter biscuits, and other finger-lickin’ eats will be taken on July… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3vTNzst from WordPress https://ift.tt/3qpeCe2

Healthy eating Houston restaurant unwraps new Galleria grab-and-go hub

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Galleria-area office workers, shoppers, and residents have a new dining option, and it’s one designed to offer up fresh fare in a grab-and-go setting. Bellagreen’s new spot at 5018 San Felipe St. will offer the restaurant’s signature flavorful, chef-driven menu diners already love, in a space designed specifically for carry-out and delivery. It’s the restaurant’s sixth Houston location. “We are thrilled to expand in our home market of Houston, giving the community another convenient way… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3qxCso3 from WordPress https://ift.tt/3h45sQ6

First Lady Jill Biden heads to Houston as part of vaccination push

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First lady Jill Biden will be making a stop in Texas next week as part of a national tour to help encourage people to get the COVID-19 vaccine. Biden and Douglas Emhoff, the husband of Vice President Kamala Harris, will be visiting Houston on Tuesday, June 29, after touring the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. The following day, the two will then head over to Phoenix. It’s unclear what Houston vaccine sites Biden and Emhoff will be… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3dbO3Uw from WordPress https://ift.tt/3wWpN0n

F9: The Fast Saga takes series’ absurdity to new heights

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At this point in the Fast & Furious franchise, which has improbably reached nine films plus one spin-off, all semblance of logical storytelling and real-world physics has long been thrown out the window. The filmmakers know what fans want, and that is action sequences where people and cars accomplish impossible feats, with any actual storytelling coming in a distant second or third. The previous entry, The Fate of the Furious, found the franchise fully changing… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3xI2jMu from WordPress https://ift.tt/3vVlcKk

Charming Houston TV weather personality lands major national gig

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In late May, widely popular meteorologist Britta Merwin announced she was leaving her morning post at KPRC-TV (Channel 2), much to the chagrin of hundreds of thousands of fans. The cheery, amiable weather personality posted this message on Facebook, which read, in part: > It is bittersweet to say goodbye to Houston but I am accepting a job (stay tuned for details) that will allow us to move back east to be by our family…. from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2SqOkf5 from WordPress https://ift.tt/3qozsKu

Find cuddles and cotton candy at Houston SPCA’s July open house

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Pencil in some cuddles for July 4th weekend, as the Houston SPCA is hosting an open house on Saturday, July 3, from 11 am-3 pm. Not only will you get to play with adoptable pets (and maybe even find your new furry best friend to bring home), there’s a whole roster of free activities and fun treats in store at the Houston SPCA’s new campus, which you can now visit without an appointment. Here’s what’s… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/35LZMoC from WordPress https://ift.tt/3hiUSoz

Healthy fast-casual Indian restaurant freshens up west Houston

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A popular local fast-casual restaurant is serving up Indian fare to Houston’s west side. Tarka Indian Kitchen has opened its latest Houston-area outpost in Westchase, the company announced. The neighborhood staple (especially in The Heights), Tarka is known for its healthy, fast versions of curries, kabobs, and biryanis. The concept also offers new vegan and vegetarian items, including vegetable pakoras, a Beyond keema curry, and even vegan (non-dairy) lassis. To celebrate its grand opening, the… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3dawIvc from WordPress https://ift.tt/3xOZitJ

Sprawling 2,778-acre Hill Country ranch lands on market at $43 million

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A 2,778-acre Hill Country gem, featuring two lakes, a creek, a barn, and plentiful wildlife, recently went on the market for $43 million. Geronimo Springs Ranch, along State Highway 16 and 15 miles north of San Antonio’s Loop 1604, sits at the confluence of Bandera, Bexar, and Medina counties. The property, near Helotes, once was part of Charles Armand Schreiner Jr.’s ranching empire. He purchased the ranches in the 1930s. Kitty West Nelson Ferguson, Schreiner’s… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3vUn06H from WordPress https://ift.tt/3xRa96E

Innovative rising star lassos major new position at RodeoHouston

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A rising star in Houston’s biggest annual entertainment event has just received a major vote of confidence. The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo announced that Lisa Gagnon has been promoted to chief marketing officer. Gagon, who has achieved rock star status in a very short time, will oversee the newly created Marketing, Public Relations, and Presentations Division. That department includes brand, broadcast and audio visual, communications, and merchandise. During her time at the rodeo, Gagnon… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3dtY7IH from WordPress https://ift.tt/3wVcZY8

Buzzy NYC bakery pops up in Houston with limited-time sweet treats

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Houstonians are about to get a taste of one of the country’s most talked-about bakeries and sweet shops. Milk Bar, brainchild James Beard Award-winning pastry chef Christina Tosi, is popping up for delivery in Houston. The shop’s sweet treats will be available via delivery on Doordash, GrubHub, Caviar, Postmates, and UberEats. They’re available from June 25 to June 30, from 11 am to 9 pm. It’s part of a move by the buzzy bakery to… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3xORbNL from WordPress https://ift.tt/3wZYPFi

Homes in Texas are staying on market for record-low time, report says

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Homes in Texas are being snapped up almost as quickly as Amazon Prime Day deals. The Texas Real Estate Research Center at Texas A&M University reports that existing homes in the state stayed on the market for only a month in May. That’s a record low since the research center began tracking such data in 1997. “Mortgage rates are still hovering around 3 percent, and ongoing demographic trends continue to support housing demand,” Luis Torres,… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3j62AEV from WordPress https://ift.tt/3japD1e

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

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Film fans can expect a horde of film-related things popping off this weekend. The first Houston Horror Film Fest will be happening at Houston Marriott South. Pride 2021, Houston Cinema Arts Society and Goethe Pop Up Houston will present a backyard screening of the 1989 German film Coming Out. At 14 Pews, there will be Bunny Lady’s Crash Film Series on Friday and the Houston Underwater Film Festival on Saturday and Sunday. And remember when… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3wSLbnd from WordPress https://ift.tt/2T54Xgt

Sexy and swanky speakeasy lounge stirs up late-night fun in Montrose

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In American literary icon F. Scott Fitzgerald’s canon, the Great Jay Gatsby and his beloved Daisy Buchanan are inexorably linked. Little wonder, then, that the hip Montrose Gatsby’s Prime Steakhouse’s adjacent, posh and swanky lounge has been christened Daisy Buchanan Lounge — named after the love of Gatsby’s life. True to the title, Daisy Buchanan (4321 Montrose Blvd.) offers a sexy, sultry, softer speakeasy counter to the alpha male swagger of Gatsby Steakhouse. The lounge… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3zVh9Rx from WordPress https://ift.tt/3gQsTgT

Chris Shepherd cooks up Italian comfort food in new One Fifth concept

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Chris Shepherd is taking can’t stop/won’t stop to a whole new level. Just a day after his Southern Smoke Foundation received global, “best of the best” accolades from luxury publication Robb Report, the Houston powerhouse chef/restaurateur is stirring things up in his ephemeral restaurant concept, One Fifth. As CultureMap’s Eric Sandler previously reported, One Fifth’s current iteration, The Georgia James Tavern Takeover is set to end Saturday, June 26. That means a fresh new concept… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3danOOe from WordPress https://ift.tt/3gXJ3Uz

Local favorite Halal Guys spice up Katy with seventh Houston outpost

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Since it’s founding in 1990, The Halal Guys have attracted a devoted fan base who flock to their restaurants for what the founders call American halal fare. The Houston area has six locations of the popular eatery — including a buzzy Garden Oaks outpost. Now, the red-hot franchise has announced a new locale. The Halal Guys will open in Katy in August, across the street from Cinco Ranch Junior High School. The new spot (23703… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/35M2jz1 from WordPress https://ift.tt/3gNwoof

Up your summer style with shirts, bags, and more from this online shop

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After a year of lounging around in big tees and yoga pants, wouldn’t it be nice to update your look this summer? Snagging a few cool pieces, along with some fun lifestyle items, may just give you the refresh you’re craving. Take a look at Pixels, a one-stop virtual shop with tons of art-inspired apparel and lifestyle products that you’ll want. Here are a few items you will want to put in your cart, stat:… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2SYAbpC from WordPress https://ift.tt/3gRrCGe

Elton John stretches out grand finale tour with new Houston show

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Elton John is coming back one more time to say goodbye. More than three years after the legendary singer announced his expansive “Farewell Yellow Brick Road: The Final Tour,” he has revealed another extension, a group of dates that will include a Houston concert on November 4, 2022 at Minute Maid Park. The global music icon last played Houston in 2018 in a triumphant Toyota Center show. (Read the CultureMap review here.) He will perform… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3gQ9XP7 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2UqXj0d

Chris Shepherd’s Southern Smoke charity scores best-in-world ranking

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As local foodies know and CultureMap has reported, Chris Shepherd has received his fair share of accolades since he opened Underbelly in 2012, including a Food & Wine Best New Chef award in 2013. He is also the first Houston chef in 22 years to win the James Beard Award for Best Chef: Southwest in 2014. In 2019, Robb Report named Shepherd the world’s top chef in their annual Best of the Best report. “I… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2TZH5ed from WordPress https://ift.tt/3wT7Gbw

City of Houston disburses $12 million in Hurricane Harvey relief funds

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The City of Houston has issued its third round of Hurricane Harvey relief funds, which will give about $12 million for house recovery projects. The city expects to make its final payments to developers, primarily as gap funding to cover the rising costs of building materials. It’s all a part of the Harvey Multifamily Program, which is funded by a grant provided through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) with oversight from… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3d2K5NK from WordPress https://ift.tt/3xLG5Jv

American Airlines cuts back on flights because it’s nuts right now

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Fort Worth-based American Airlines is canceling hundreds of flights through mid-July, due to labor shortages and weather issues. According to CNN, there’s been a massive increase in travel demand, and the airline is struggling to catch up. A spokesperson told CNN that the first few weeks of June brought “unprecedented weather” to their largest hubs, causing delays and canceled flights, disrupting crew member schedules and customers’ plans. “That, combined with the labor shortages some of… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3gQOOmO from WordPress https://ift.tt/3vOzDQs

New Bellaire development invites Millennials to lock+leave lifestyle

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A new mini development in a buzzy part of Houston is inviting Millennials to enjoy a lock-and-leave lifestyle. Edison Park is a new project encompassing six patio homes located near the Galleria and Bellaire. The built-to-rent homes offer some 2,800 square feet of living space and are valued starting at $500,000. Each three-story home features a four-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bathroom floorplan, per press materials. Rents start at $4,000 per month. Why build to rent? The idea, says… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3xIAKm5 from WordPress https://ift.tt/35JD3td

10 best restaurant Houston startups showcase top culinary creativity

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One trend that has defined the last year in dining has been the rise of pop-up and start-up food businesses. For this year’s CultureMap Tastemaker Awards wild card category, our judges panel of restaurant industry insiders recognize these 10 standout examples of this growing movement. Primarily promoted on Instagram, they’ve allowed both veteran chefs and less experienced newcomers to express themselves creatively and start a business. Our nominees cover a wide range of ground –… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2TTxCW7 from WordPress https://ift.tt/35L0xOI

Luxurious Houston hair salon locks award as best in the U.S.

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A luxurious hair studio in River Oaks has been recognized by a major industry magazine as the 2021 Salon of the Year in the United States and Canada. Therapy Hair Salon, located at 2727 Saint St., will be featured on the cover of Salon Today’s summer issue. “Winning the award shows us that our idea of providing an elevated experience and space was something Houstonians needed,” co-owners David Bamford and Luis Perez tell CultureMap. “Texas… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3vPY2Ft from WordPress https://ift.tt/3zPmMAD