All Things In Houston TX

One Houston restaurateur has decided not to let Harris County’s stay-at- home/work safe order prevent him from operating his business. Matt Brice tells CultureMap that he will reopen the dining room at the Hedwig Village location of Federal Grill for dinner service on Friday, April 24. “I know some people won’t like it, but on the other side I think it’s time to open this economy back up — carefully, very carefully,” he says. Brice… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3eKbsLV from WordPress https://ift.tt/2VO8eOO

More Houston restaurants are reopening for to-go service this week. These establishments temporarily closed to protect their employees from COVID-19, but enough time has passed to allow them to serve customers while still following enhanced safety and hygiene protocols. Filipino restaurant Be More Pacific has reopened its location in the Heights at 506 Yale St. Only open since March, the restaurant closed temporarily but has reopened as of Wednesday, April 22, with a limited menu… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3cFsbhA from WordPress https://ift.tt/2KqOfAm

This week, I reached out for an Italian Papadia, one of the entries in the expanded quartet of Papadias from America’s No. 4 pizza chain, Papa John’s, with 5,199 restaurants dotting all 50 states, including 50 locations in the Houston area. I know you’re asking, what are the Top 3? Everybody figures Pizza Hut and Domino’s, but what’s No. 3? It’s Little Caesars. Here’s the Italian Papadia breakdown: Papa John’s signature original dough, Alfredo sauce,… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2KsBZPT from WordPress https://ift.tt/2VQGTLD

As America wages an intellectual war between personal freedom and personal protection, Harris County is expected to make an absolute announcement in favor of the latter. Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo is expected to announce on Wednesday, April 22, that all residents be required to wear masks in public. This follows similar orders in Dallas and San Antonio, where violations could result in a $1,000 fine or jail time. Under this new directive, residents 10… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2RYjk2l from WordPress https://ift.tt/2VMATnn

The coronavirus is causing massive layoffs and widespread furloughs around Houston, and it feels like there may be more to come. Fortunately, a number of local, state, and national agencies are offering some financial relief. And remember in Houston, 2-1-1 is a tool available for community resources and information regarding food, housing, healthcare, and more. Here are some options to get through these tough times. Jobs and meals Workforce Solutions has a plentiful job listings… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3aq7J2J from WordPress https://ift.tt/2Vtg69l

This year, celebrating Earth Day’s 50th anniversary will be a bit surreal for some, as assemblies involving large groups of people are strictly prohibited. Fortunately, in Houston, fans of the planet and a beloved local farm can toast the day with a virtual event. In keeping with quarantine orders, the fifth annual Recipe for Success Foundation’s Earth Day Festival, taking place at Hope Farms, will be broadcast on Facebook Live on Wednesday, April 22 from… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2XVADVS from WordPress https://ift.tt/3arKTaL

America, meet 12-year-old Bayou City DJ wunderkind Maddy Rose. The preteen tune spinner, Maddy Rose Johnston, has been making waves in the Houston scene and will take it to the next level, making her nationwide debut on ABC’s Good Morning America on May 1. She is a seventh-grade student of St. Vincent de Paul Catholic School and in her spare time, she likes “to play video games and play with her dog,” she tells CultureMap…. from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3ePUoEi from WordPress https://ift.tt/3bxbRza