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Times are tough for many people right now. Workers — including parents with kids — are having to work from home or figure out a viable child care situation if they can’t. Grocery store shelves are emptying before the close of the day, and many of us are as nervous about what the future holds. […]
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Read MoreOn March 12, there started to be concrete reasons to be concerned about a widespread COVID-19 outbreak in the Greater Houston area and surrounding counties. That day, three cases were reported that increased chances of the virus being transmitted through community spread (i.e., cases not tied to people who’ve been in a country dealing with […]
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Read MoreWith the uncertainty surrounding coronavirus — specifically, COVID-19 — it’s tough working in any public-facing business, including restaurants. Some people are fearful, and restaurant owners know it. Fortunately, some are focusing on employee education and communication practices to ensure that customers feel secure and comfortable dining in their establishments. Here are some of the Houston […]
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Read MoreAs has been the case with other large gatherings, the James Beard Foundation is postponing its annual award ceremonies. This includes not only the Chef & Restaurant Awards originally scheduled for May 4 at the Lyric Opera in Chicago, but also the Leadership Awards on May 3 (also in Chicago) and the Media Awards on […]
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Read MoreIn what’s likely to be hailed as a welcome return to the restaurant scene, Cuc Lam, formerly of SING in The Heights is about to helm a new restaurant. Phat Eatery owner Alex Auyeung has hired her to run Yelo, a forthcoming restaurant in Katy Asian Town Center offering creative bánh mì made with quality ingredients. […]
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Read MoreUnderbelly, chef Chris Shepherd’s restaurant that helped him land a James Beard Award, nearly always had a bustling crowd of diners, not just during dinner but also at lunchtime. When he closed it in favor of opening steakhouse Georgia James, lunch service was shuffled over to next door beer bar The Hay Merchant. Now, Georgia […]
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Read MoreItaly is now the country second-hardest hit by COVID-19, right behind China. For now, it is closed to travel. That led us to inquire with the Italy-America Chamber of Commerce of Texas (IACC Texas) whether there would soon be a shortage of imported Italian ingredients, such as real Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, pastas, cured meats like prosciutto, […]
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Read MoreJust after shuttering Pi Pizza, Sambrooks Management Company, under owner Michael Sambrooks, is deciding to reduce his business empire by shedding another small restaurant. As of March 9, Sam’s Fried Chicken and Donuts at 601 Heights is closed. A little background: Sam’s Fried Chicken & Donuts was Lee’s Fried Chicken & Donuts. Cherry Pie Hospitality, […]
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Read MoreWith its collection of culturally significant artifacts and a selection of quality ingredients, BORI at 1453 Witte is an elegant yet casual Korean restaurant tucked into a quiet section of Spring Branch. Conveniently located just a few blocks from I-10 West and the bustling Long Point/Gessner intersection, its placement on a quiet street across from […]
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Read MoreLongtime Houston sommelier David Keck has announced plans to move from Houston and return to his home state of Vermont. “After over a decade of living and working in the hospitality business in Houston, I have decided to relocate to my home state of Vermont,” said Keck via a press release. “I’m excited to get […]
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