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Dining Guide to Celebrate Easter in Houston

By Irina Mirochnitchenko on Apr. 11, 2025

Easter is a time for togetherness, renewal, and celebration. Whether reflecting on traditions or spending the day with loved ones, enjoy the holiday with a delicious meal at local restaurants. As always, Houston restaurants are ready to make your Easter celebration memorable. Many Houston restaurants are offering buffet-style brunches, special menus and prix fixe dinners. View more dining options in our RESTAURANT GUIDE. Looking for even more to do in Houston? Visit the THINGS TO DO page, and…

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Houston Finalists for the 2025 James Beard Awards

By Irina Mirochnitchenko on Apr. 02, 2025

The list of finalists for the 2025 James Beard Awards has just been announced. With four finalists in different categories, Houston is shining once again on the regional and national levels. The awards, which are celebrating their 35th anniversary this year, are considered to be among the nation's most prestigious honors that recognize exceptional talent in the culinary and food industries. The winners will be celebrated at the James Beard Restaurant and Chef Awards ceremony on June 16, 2025, at…

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Hotel Granduca Unveils Multimillion-Dollar Renovation

By Irina Mirochnitchenko on Mar. 27, 2025

Ushering in a New Era of European Elegance in Houston Hotel Granduca has just announced the completion of its highly anticipated multimillion-dollar renovation, unveiling a transformed guest experience that blends the timeless beauty of a European estate with warm Texas hospitality. Nestled in Houston's prestigious Uptown Park, the refreshed all-suite hotel introduces a sophisticated new design, elevated dining, and thoughtfully reimagined accommodations, setting a new standard for luxury in…

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Houston Semifinalists for the 2025 James Beard Awards

By Irina Mirochnitchenko on Jan. 30, 2025

With 13 nominations, including restaurants, chefs, and beverage professionals, Houston is shining again on the list of semifinalists for the 2025 James Beard Awards. The awards are considered to be among the nation's most prestigious honors that recognize exceptional talent in the culinary and food industries. The semifinalists were announced on January 22, and the nominees will be presented on April 2. The winners will be celebrated at the James Beard Restaurant and Chef Awards ceremony on June…

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New International Arrivals Curb Opens at IAH

By Irina Mirochnitchenko on Dec. 17, 2024

On December 14, just in time for the holiday travel season, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) inaugurated a new pick-up area, the International Arrivals Curb. This long-awaited improvement addresses passenger frustrations with the former temporary curb, offering six dedicated lanes designed to streamline international arrivals and reduce congestion. Two more lanes will open in January 2025. The temporary curb, opened in 2022, was needed so IAH could advance the construction of the…

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Houston Restaurants Debut in MICHELIN Guide

By Irina Mirochnitchenko on Nov. 12, 2024

Good news for all local and visiting foodies! 30 Houston restaurants are now included in different categories of the MICHELIN Guide, solidifying Houston's position as an outstanding gastronomic destination in the U.S. After its successful debut in Texas in July 2024, when the first MICHELIN Keys were awarded to three hotels in Houston and one in Galveston, the MICHELIN Guide granted its inaugural Texas MICHELIN Stars to six Houston restaurants on November 11 during a ceremony in H-Town. Other…

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Meow Wolf Debuts in Houston with Radio Tave

By Irina Mirochnitchenko on Oct. 20, 2024

If you are into immersive art experiences, Meow Wolf Houston’s Radio Tave is a must-visit! This highly anticipated permanent new installation opens on October 31 in historic Fifth Ward and invites guests to take a thrilling journey through a surreal radio station that has been transported into another dimension, revealing a labyrinth of paths, portals, and hidden doors, all filled with interactive mysteries for guests to solve. This immersive experience will let you enter the stunning art worlds…

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The Chifley Hotel Is Gearing Up for the Holiday Season

By Irina Mirochnitchenko on Oct. 16, 2024

Nothing could be better than feeling at home in a hotel, especially when traveling during the holiday season. Good news from The Chifley hotel in Houston. They have just announced the launch of Tinsel Town Holiday pop-up bar and Christmas-themed hotel rooms that will be available by the end of November. Take a look! All the charm of the holiday season is here. Polar Experience For those dreaming of a winter wonderland, the Polar Experience Room (photo above) transports you to the icy heart of…

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New Terminal D-West Pier Opens at IAH on October 22

By Irina Mirochnitchenko on Oct. 11, 2024

Passengers flying out of George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) on Tuesday, October 22, will be the first to experience the new Terminal D-West Pier. This expansion adds 160,000 square feet to Terminal D, for a total of 499,650 sq. feet—making it three times bigger than the field at Daikin Park. This highly anticipated airport expansion features six new gates—D1 through D6—that can simultaneously accommodate wide-body aircraft and can be converted to accommodate 10 narrow-body airplanes…

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Houston, We Have MICHELIN Keys

By Irina Mirochnitchenko on Sep. 16, 2024

Three hotels in Houston and one in Galveston are awarded Since 1926, foodies worldwide have been paying close attention to restaurants awarded MICHELIN Stars in destinations they have visited. Hotels were also recommended in the MICHELIN Guide, even though they were not given a special distinction. This has recently changed. In April 2024, the MICHELIN Guide, run by the French tire company MICHELIN since 1900, launched a brand-new distinction: the MICHELIN Key. While the MICHELIN Star recognizes…

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