Culinary Blog
Category - Food Holidays
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June 7, 2019Southern by nature, spicy by virtue and delicious by all standards. Soul food is the ultimate comfort food. The depth of flavors in the seemingly innocuous ingredients is an art form that few can master. Ham hocks, chitterlings, smothered oxtails and mac and cheese, catfish, okra and lima beans round out some of the usual soul food suspects. To bring out the best in Houston soul food, enjoying soul food with friends and family is a must. In fact, families run a number of Houston soul food -
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May 29, 2019On this National Burger Day, you might be wondering, “Where’s the beef?” After all, Americans eat about 59l0 million burgers a year. But we’re certain that with these delicious non-beef burger options, you won’t feel deprived. In fact, after switching things up a bit, you might put some of these suggestions in your menu rotation permanently. Check out a few picks for your alternative burger fix below. View this post on Instagram A post shared by @towntastes on... -
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May 1, 2019Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 12. Is your family ready to celebrate? It’s known that moms love a good brunch. Any chance to get out of the kitchen and enjoy quality time with family is always cherished. To make Mother’s Day stress free, we’ve compiled a list of great brunch options. Whether you’re looking for a laidback buffet, dining al fresco or a true family experience, take a look at our list below and make your reservations now. To all the moms, we hope you... -
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April 12, 2019The annual Black Restaurant Week highlights black-owned restaurants and culinary businesses in Houston to expose Houston residents and visitors to African American, African and Caribbean cuisine. Black Restaurant Week kicks off April 14th and runs through the 28th, and this year, there are prizes on the line for hungry diners who complete a Bingo card detailing their restaurant visits. Here is a complete list of participating restaurants and schedule of events for Black Restaurant Week. During -
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April 9, 2019We’re happy to give you a few recommendations for where to celebrate this year’s early Easter and they all include a delicious brunch menu. Houston’s restaurants gear up for the festive occasion every year with pre-fixed menus and special hours. This year, we’re recommending 12 local hotspots you can count on if you don’t feel like cooking. Benjy’s 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. View this post on Instagram A post shared by benjy's restaurants (@benjys_houston) -
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February 4, 2019Ah, love! What better way to enjoy the company of the one (or ones) you love than by sharing a fun night out on the town? Houston has over 10,000 restaurants, and while we couldn’t try them all out for you, we have come up with just a few we think you should try this Valentine’s Day. Whether you’re planning a night of romance with bae (#couplegoals), hanging out with friends or spending the evening solo, Cupid’s arrow has hit a bullseye with these restaurants. If you... -
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December 26, 2018What better day to celebrate National Champagne Day than on December 31st! It’s officially the best day of the year to enjoy bubbly! While there are plenty of events going on for NYE you can celebrate the day of champagne in a more low key way at various spots around town. The Dunlavy The Dunlavy is a beautiful space with floor to ceiling windows right on the banks of Buffalo Bayou. To celebrate champagne, try the seasonal cheese tray with options from Houston Dairy Maids, served with... -
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November 27, 2018You can’t beat a breakfast/brunch favorite that includes cinnamon, bread, powdered sugar and maple syrup. National French Toast Day is a slice of heavenly goodness! From classic to creative Houston restaurants are serving up french toast favorites all over town. Dish Society Dish Society has a standout French Toast offering. The Nutella French Toast is three pieces of whole grain bread, dredged, pan-fried and topped with Nutella, fresh fruit and powdered sugar. Available weekdays at... -
October 3, 2018Tomorrow is officially the best day of your life - National Taco Day. So, why not start your celebrations early in the day with some of the tastiest breakfast tacos around town? No matter what you are in the mood for, there is a breakfast taco for you. Revival Market At Revival Market, they’ve recently gone to an all-day menu, so you can grab that breakfast taco anytime of day! Every ingredient served at Revival Market from the coffee beans to the house-made bacon has been thoughtfully... -
September 24, 2018There is nothing better than a warm stack of pancakes slathered with melted butter and topped with warm, thick syrup (with a side of crispy bacon, of course). September 26th is National Pancake Day and we wanted to help you make this year extra special. From pumpkin to Red Velvet, we tracked down the most unique pancakes you can find in Houston right now. Baby Dutch Pancakes: The Classic All Day Perched on the eastern edge of Memorial Park, “The Classic” is a fresh-faced American...
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