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Citing Houston's strong culinary and cultural landscape, some of the country's top publications are calling the city a prime place to visit these days. Scroll below to see a selection of the headlines and accompanying articles.
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Houston ranks near top of list for "most fun cities in America", (No. 18) in long list of 182 cities. |
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Mic.com
Houston has no defining culinary identity - and that's why its food is so incredibly good September 2018 “Let me tell you something — the best pho is not in Vietnam, it’s in Houston.” — chef Nikki Tran |
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Texas Highways
How Houston’s First Ward Industrial Yard Transformed into an Artistic Epicenter August 2018 “Just northwest of downtown Houston, a sprawling complex of factories and warehouses that once churned with heavy industry now fosters a different kind of production as the home of Sawyer Yards—quite possibly Texas’ largest concentration of working artists.” |
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“He gripped the wheel and considered the unspeakable: “Was Houston cooler than Austin? Really?” |
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The Los Angeles Times’
Here's where you'll find maximum fun for your Fourth of July celebrations June 2018 “The Freedom Over Texas Festival at Eleanor Tinsley and Sam Houston parks presents an evening of family activities and live Tex-Mex, Latin rockabilly, and country tunes followed by fireworks.” |
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"If you think Houston is only a business city, you’re in for a surprise when you visit with your family." |
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"The Houston dining scene is the most exciting it's ever been." |
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“America's most diverse city is home to addictive Cajun-spiced crawfish, an insane spaghetti sandwich, and a whole lot more.” |
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Consequence of Sound
Festival of the Year Day for Night offers Once-in-a-Lifetime Experiences Down in Texas December 2017 "From the get-go, the festival has welcomed a melting pot of the art world beau monde, archetypal fest-y types, hipster fashionistas, and passionate fans." |
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“These diverse Houstonians are bringing the best from around the world and seizing the opportunity of sprawl-cheap rents and a strong economy.” |
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“Houston’s global reputation is growing, and the international art community is taking notice.” |
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“Houston, Texas is weirder than you think and boasts a surprisingly diverse and eclectic arts scene.” |
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"For any native Houstonian, the oil that's built this city is as much a part of its history as any military battle." |
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"The city appears to be on a winning streak." |
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"I come today to proclaim Houston one of the great eating capitals of America." |
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"Houston gets a bad rap: flat, boring, concrete. The flat part? That's true. But the rest couldn't be more wrong." |
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