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Houston Halal Food Festival returns for 3rd year this Saturday at Sugar Land
Read full article: Houston Halal Food Festival returns for 3rd year this Saturday at Sugar LandIt's the largest halal food festival in North America, and this Saturday, you can taste some of the best halal bites in Sugar Land.
Experience Diwali with an exquisite menu available for a limited time at Musaafer
Read full article: Experience Diwali with an exquisite menu available for a limited time at MusaaferThis dining experience will make Houstonians get into the Diwali spirit. Available for a limited time, find out how you can immerse yourself in Indian cuisine that will take you on a journey through India's rich culinary heritage.
From family to bakehouses, Joy the Baker shares her love of baking through children’s literature
Read full article: From family to bakehouses, Joy the Baker shares her love of baking through children’s literatureShe's a popular baker, author, and social media sensation. Joy the baker is known for her delicious desserts, but now she's bringing her creativity to a whole new audience -- kids. Find out how hopes to inspire a new generation of young bakers with her first-ever children's book.
Party like an Insider! This lagoon side restaurant in Texas City has private rooms for your next special event
Read full article: Party like an Insider! This lagoon side restaurant in Texas City has private rooms for your next special eventKPRC 2 Insiders started the weekend with a party in one of the private event spaces at the Blue Lagoon Bar and Grill in Texas City, toasting beer, wine, and mimosas while overlooking the crystal blue waters of lagoon-fest Texas.
Meet the sibling entrepreneurs blending Mexican and Pakistani flavors to life with The Popsy Bar
Read full article: Meet the sibling entrepreneurs blending Mexican and Pakistani flavors to life with The Popsy BarFrom Mexican to Pakistani sweets, along with sparkling mocktails and aromatic coffee, meet the dynamic siblings behind The Popsy Bar and discover how their rich cultural heritage ignited the spark for their vibrant mobile catering business.
This new diner with a retro twist brings a whole lot of sweetness to The Heights
Read full article: This new diner with a retro twist brings a whole lot of sweetness to The HeightsLast week a brand-new restaurant opened at M-K-T Heights called Buttermilk Baby. Over the weekend, people lined up out the door for a chance to be among the first to get a taste of what is on the menu. Houston life reporter Melanie Camp took us inside Buttermilk Baby to show us what the hype is all about.
Cheers! Paul Zahn treats us to trendy beverages for the spring and summer season
Read full article: Cheers! Paul Zahn treats us to trendy beverages for the spring and summer seasonThe weather is heating up in Houston, how about trying some new cocktails? Entertainment expert and cocktail guru Paul Zahn joined us in the studio with some options for our non-alcoholic friends, our classic cocktail drinkers, and those who prefer to pop the tab and drink from a can.
The Black Lagoon at Two Headed Dog is just the Place to Enjoy Spirits (in your cocktails) this Halloween
Read full article: The Black Lagoon at Two Headed Dog is just the Place to Enjoy Spirits (in your cocktails) this HalloweenVisit Two Headed Dog at 3100 Fannin Street, Houston for creepy themed Halloween cocktails
Mel Understood the Assignment! Tasting Tessa’s favorite ceviche at the Captain Ceviche food truck in Galveston
Read full article: Mel Understood the Assignment! Tasting Tessa’s favorite ceviche at the Captain Ceviche food truck in GalvestonHouston Life's Tessa Barrera discovered the Captain Ceviche food truck three years ago so she sent Mel Camp out to Galveston with a lunch order! Watch to get an idea just how delicious the food is.
NBC actor Echo Kellum on his appearance TONIGHT at Pur Noire Urban Wineries!
Read full article: NBC actor Echo Kellum on his appearance TONIGHT at Pur Noire Urban Wineries!Actor Echo Kellum from the NBC show ‘Grand Crew’ is in H-Town! He stopped by Houston Life first, and will be at an event this evening at Pur Noire Urban Wineries.
Fun with Friends! Experiencing Suite Life at Same Houston Race Park
Read full article: Fun with Friends! Experiencing Suite Life at Same Houston Race ParkSpending a day at the races with friends is a whole lot of fun as Houston Life's Melanie Camp found out. Sam Houston Race Park has regular events that are fun for all the family. Check their calendar at SHRP.com
The story on the delicious gourmet cookies from ‘Milk Mustache’
Read full article: The story on the delicious gourmet cookies from ‘Milk Mustache’Calling all cookie lovers! To satisfy your next sweet tooth craving, head over to Milk Mustache! It’ll do the trick! Courtney Zavala went over to the sweet spot to meet the owner and tell you all about it.
Topo Chico unveils newest flavor ‘Twist of Tangerine’
Read full article: Topo Chico unveils newest flavor ‘Twist of Tangerine’HOUSTON – If you’ve been anticipating a new flavor from Texas’ favorite sparkling water, you’re in luck. Topo Chico unveiled a new flavor on social media Tuesday, “Twist of Tangerine”, which brings a “new, delicious and bubbly” flavor on store shelves. “Twist of Tangerine” joins Topo Chico’s line of healthy-minded flavors, including ‘Twist of Lime’ and ‘Twist of Grapefruit’, which were released in 2017, Beverage Industry reported. On Topo Chico’s Twitter, the company released a Spotify playlist named after the new flavor, with songs all about tangerines. Houstonians can find Topo Chico’s Twist of Tangerine at Sprouts this week, and at Whole Foods Market later this Spring.
HL Wine Club: 3 bottles that honor the importance of family
Read full article: HL Wine Club: 3 bottles that honor the importance of familyHOUSTON – This Wine Club Wednesday, we are featuring a Texas winery that values family and is passionate about celebrating together over a meal. - Tom Wills, Wine Club Member“The raspberries go beautifully with this wine.” - Sandy Wills, Wine Club MemberSOPHIA MARIE ROSESOPHIA MARIE ROSÉ (SOPHIA MARIE ROSÉ)Why It’s Special: Sophia Marie Rosé was crafted from Dolcetto grapes that were pressed early, giving this wine a beautiful rose color. Tasting Notes: Sophia Marie Rosé is a dry rosé with flavors of freshly picked cranberries, rose petals, and ripe raspberries. Tasting Notes: One of Messina Hof’s family favorites and also a fan favorite that pleases wine drinkers of all levelsPrice: $25“I love a G-S-M blend, this is a beautiful one and the tannins are really delicious.” - Tom Wills, Wine Club MemberBE A PART OF HOUSTON LIFE’S WINE CLUB! If you would like to be a part of Houston Life’s next Wine Club LIVE segment, email us at houstonlife@kprc.com.
Nigerian restaurant Jollof Rice King opens doors on Richmond
Read full article: Nigerian restaurant Jollof Rice King opens doors on RichmondHOUSTON – Husband-and-wife team Tiffaney and Avo Owadale finally opened their new restaurant on Richmond Avenue on Oct. 13, bringing Nigerian foods to Houston. According to their website, the chefs at Jollof Rice King strive to perfect the dish with West African flair. Jollof Rice King’s menu has a variety of small rice plates served with plantains and moi moi, a Nigerian bean pudding cake. Co-owner Tiffaney Owadale told Eater Houston she is excited to bring something new to Houston’s dining scene. Jollof Rice King is open for takeout only at 3833 Richmond Avenue.
Wine Club Wednesday: Sparkling Wines
Read full article: Wine Club Wednesday: Sparkling WinesHOUSTON – It’s that time of the week again folks, where our fabulous hosts Derrick and Courtney drink wine over Zoom with people who really know a lot about wine. This week we’ve got managing partner of Prego and sommelier David Cook showing us 3 sparkling wines. This cremant, the name given to sparkling wines made in the champagne method outside of champagne, delivers plenty of bright juicy fruit with a racy and refined fully-dry finish. As is typical in the Emilia Romagna region, semi sweet and lightly fizzy wines are the traditional style. You can buy these 3 sparkling wines in a bundle for $105 at Prego.