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Hey Houston, National Food Truck Day is June 24! (As if we needed another reason to feast😋) Here's a list of locations to visit Friday

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A new ramen shop will open in Houston’s M-K-T in early April. Rakkan Ramen will offer authentic Japanese cuisine. “Houston has a great food scene and is incredibly diverse,” said Rakkan Ramen franchise owner Chris Lav, on what attracted the brand to Houston. Rakkan Ramen currently operates six locations across the United States, including three locations in Tokyo, Japan. The restaurant is scheduled to open early in April and in Building 5 of M-K-T, located at 600 N Shepherd Dr, Houston TX 77007.

HOUSTON – Many local businesses and organizations have opened food and water distribution sites in the Houston area in the wake of the recent winter storms. Various distribution sites pop up daily, so please keep checking this list if you’re in need. Houston Community College-North Forest CampusTexas State Representative Senfronia Thompson, NACC Disaster Services, Teamsters Union, Houston Community College (HCC)- North Forest campus, HCC Trustee Rhonda Skillern-Jones, Peoples United Summit, and other volunteer groups host water and food distribution in northeast Houston. The organizers will provide food and water for about 1,000 vehicles. Pet owners will receive free pet food, supplies, and information on additional resources such as the Houston Humane Society’s free spay/neuter program.

Volunteer attorneys will help tenants determine if they qualify for protection under the CDC guidelines and help those who qualify complete and sign the required declaration on the spot. Additional volunteers will help tenants apply for rental assistance through two new state and local government programs. Tenants facing the possibility of eviction for nonpayment of rent will be able to access the free assistance at three sites in Harris County:Jim Fontana Annex | 14350 Wallisville Rd. Houston TX 77049Harris County Precinct 1 Building | 2727 El CaminoIron Workers Local 84 Apprentice Training Center | 7521 Fauna St. Tenants planning to attend are encouraged to apply for both of these new rental assistance programs as soon as possible, even if they have previously applied for or received other rental assistance.

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HOUSTON Fathers Day is just around the corner and if youre still figuring out what to get dad this year, nothing says I love you like food. This Fathers Day might feel a bit different, but it doesnt mean you cant spend the day with dad and treat him to a delicious meal. Tapped DraftHouse & KitchenAbout: Tapped DraftHouse and Kitchen will be hosting a Fathers Day Brunch at both locations. Location: 947 Gessner, Houston, TX 77024Phone: (832) 831-0950More Information: statefaretx.com/Rainbow LodgeAbout: Celebrate Fathers Day at home. It is also offering Fathers Day take-out meals for two with a variety of courses.

Dominique Sachse reveals her ultimate makeover giveaway winner's new look | HOUSTON LIFE | KPRC 2Published: January 21, 2020, 4:44 pmTo celebrate hitting 1M subscribers on YouTube, KPRC 2 Anchor Dominique Sachse gave away a prize package bigger than any other - a weekend stay in Houston and a head-to-toe makeover. She stopped by Houston Life with her winner Jill Cooper to reveal Jill's new look!

PixabayHOUSTON - Nachos are one of the joys of living, but where can you get the best offering in the Houston area? KPRC 2 asked on social media and viewers answered with their recommendations and there were many. Where do you get the best nachos in the Houston area? Let us know and we'll put a list together of the best spots. Posted by KPRC2 / Click2Houston on Wednesday, November 6, 2019Here are just some of the establishments repeatedly mentioned on our posts.

HOUSTON Nachos are one of the joys of living, but where can you get the best offering in the Houston area? KPRC 2 asked on social media and viewers answered with their recommendations and there were many. Where do you get the best nachos in the Houston area? Let us know and we'll put a list together of the best spots. Aguirres27727 Tomball Parkway, Tomball, TX 77375Alma Latina2203 N Shepherd Dr. Houston Texas 77008Taqueria ArandasMultiple locationsBodegas Taco Shop1200 Binz #160 Houston, TX 77004ChachosMultiple locationsCheddarsMultiple locationsChuysMultiple locationsEl JimadorMultiple locationsGoode Company Taqueria4902 Kirby DriveGriffs3416 Roseland St, Houston, TX 77006GringosMultiple locationsHarris County Smokehouse 19811 Northwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77065Jaxs GrillMultiple locationsLas Ventanas Restaurant14555 Grisby Rd, Houston, TX 77079Luckys Pub Multiple locationsMolinas Cantina Multiple locationsNacho Nachos 1330 Broadway Street Pearland, TexasNinfas on Navigation2704 Navigation Blvd Houston, TX 77003PappasitosMultiple locationsRanchito6873 S. Gessner Houston, TX 77036Soulfood Vegan2901 Emancipation Ave Houston, TX 77004Taqueria Tepatitlan 4720 North Main St. Houston TX 77009Where would you add to our list?

Raise your glass: Houstonians toast to Kings 2019 OktoberfestOktoberfest at King's BierHaus in Houston TX on Friday, Octobwe 18, 2019 Oktoberfest at King's BierHaus in Houston TX on Friday, Octobwe 18, 2019 Photo: Jamaal Ellis, Contributor Photo: Jamaal Ellis, Contributor Image 1 of / 52 Caption Close Raise your glass: Houstonians toast to Kings 2019 Oktoberfest 1 / 52 Back to GalleryYou don't have to venture all the way to Munich to celebrate in true Bavarian style at a top-rated Oktoberfest. Dubbed Houstons #1 Oktoberfest, Kings BierHaus' ultimate party kicked off in with a ceremonial keg tapping on Friday night at the Heights King Bier Haus location. A much-anticipated highlight of the festival is the the crowning Oktoberfest King and Queen on Saturday night. One of the biggest hits of Kings Oktoberfest is the generous grand prize thats offered at the end of fest. The first Oktoberfest was hosted in 1810, as a celebration for King Ludwig's royal wedding.

HOUSTON - Here are some fun, free things to do this weekend around town. Admission is free. Address: 15555 Stuebner Airline Rd, Houston TX 77069Insomnia Art Gallery Glow-in-the-Dark showInsomnia Art Gallery is hosting the final viewing of its glow in the dark show. Admission and free and all ages are welcome to attend Saturday at 6 p.m. Get your four-legged-friends in on your weekend fun at "Bark in the Park" Saturday at Washington on the Brazos State Park.

HOUSTON - Starting this weekend, many pumpkin patches around the Houston area will open their doors for another season of pumpkin picking and family photos. "If you want the full pumpkin patch, whole nine-yards experience, Dewberry Farm is a good bet. Address: 7112 Newcastle, Bellaire, TX 77401Courtesy: Amanda SorenaPerfect for: Great fall photosNicknamed the "pumpkin church," is a popular spot for fall family photos every single year. "This is the Episcopal Church in Pearland, and they are known for their pumpkin patch. So, you can go there early and get your pumpkin patch, do your hayrides, pictures, all the good stuff there for North Houston.

HOUSTON – Bagels are a beloved breakfast staple, but where can you find Houston’s best? That’s the question we put to KPRC viewers, and they answered. Here are the places KPRC viewers mentioned repeatedly in our social media posts asking for recommendations. Where do you get the best bagels in the #Houston area? Katy, TX 77450 Kingwood Bagel & Sandwich, 2855 W Lake Houston Pkwy, Humble, TX 77339 Golden Bagels & Coffee, 3119 White Oak Dr, Houston, TX 77007 Three Brothers Bakery, 4036 S Braeswood Blvd, Houston TX 77025 Jersey Bagels, Fir Woods Lane Cypress, Texas 77429 The Hot Bagel Shop, 2015 S Shepherd Dr #900, Houston, TX 77019