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Inside the coffee shop breaking barriers with every cup
Read full article: Inside the coffee shop breaking barriers with every cupBitty & Beau's is more than just a coffee shop, it's a reminder to treat everyone with kindness and respect. With 20 locations in 13 states and counting, their aim is to promote inclusion in the workplace and change the way the world views people with disabilities. Watch their entire interview with Houston Life's Derrick Shore who stopped by for a cup.
How you can get your hands on a FREE ICE CREAM CONE for Ben & Jerry's Free Cone Day!
Read full article: How you can get your hands on a FREE ICE CREAM CONE for Ben & Jerry's Free Cone Day!This year they’re trying to beat their goal of serving 1 million cones throughout the day, and we’ve got the *scoop* on where you can get yours.
From filleting fish to shucking oysters, Chef Aaron Bludorn shares tips on preparing fresh seafood
Read full article: From filleting fish to shucking oysters, Chef Aaron Bludorn shares tips on preparing fresh seafoodWe're heading into the kitchen with Chef Aaron Bludorn at his newest restaurant Navy Blue, a modern American seafood concept in the Rice Village.
‘It makes me feel very scared’: Dozens of cars vandalized at luxury high-rise apartment complex in Rice Village
Read full article: ‘It makes me feel very scared’: Dozens of cars vandalized at luxury high-rise apartment complex in Rice VillageA brazen act of vandalism in an apartment complex in Rice Village where dozens of vehicles were broken into, and oddly, nothing was stolen.
Cheers to Sipple: Texas’ first booze-free bottle shop opens in Houston’s Rice Village
Read full article: Cheers to Sipple: Texas’ first booze-free bottle shop opens in Houston’s Rice VillageSipple, the new non-alcoholic bottle shop in Houston’s Rice Village offers everything from dealcoholized wine to functional spirits. Husband and wife team Danny and Helenita Frounfelkner have something in stock for every sober curious person.
‘H-Town Christmas Countdown’ pop-up getting the whole family into the holiday spirit
Read full article: ‘H-Town Christmas Countdown’ pop-up getting the whole family into the holiday spirit‘H-Town Christmas Countdown’ is a brand-new pop up featuring 15 larger-than-life Christmas and Hollywood movie sets, along with plenty of photo-ops in some of our favorite H-Town places.
Houston restaurants seeing larger crowds, longer wait times amid staffing shortage
Read full article: Houston restaurants seeing larger crowds, longer wait times amid staffing shortageIf you headed out for Sunday Funday this weekend or just out to eat recently you may have noticed the crowds. More people are getting out and about and in some cases tables are hard to come by.
Local Foods unveils expanded, grocer-restaurant concept in Rice Village
Read full article: Local Foods unveils expanded, grocer-restaurant concept in Rice VillageLocal Foods Market opened in Rice Village earlier this month. The new grocer-restaurant concept offers counter service and grab-and-go meals along with a grocery marketplace. “We are thrilled to continue the pop-up success with the conversion of benjy’s into a larger Local Foods Market,” said Benjy Levit, Local Foods Owner in a release. The grocery section of the concept offers “artisanal foodie staples” including specialty spices and sauces, local eggs and milk, Texas beef in retail packs and Houston Dairymaids cheeses. Local Foods Market operates daily 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
New York City-based Van Leeuwen Ice Cream to open first Texas shop in Houston’s Rice Village
Read full article: New York City-based Van Leeuwen Ice Cream to open first Texas shop in Houston’s Rice VillageNew York City-based Van Leeuwen Ice Cream will open its first Texas shop in Houston’s Rice Village next year. The cult-favorite ice cream brand will open its doors at 2565 Amherst St, in Rice Village, sometime in spring 2021. Van Leeuwen offers over 30 dairy and vegan ice cream flavors “made with only quality ingredients using only simple recipes,” according to a release. The Rice Village location is set to open with a new flavor created to celebrate Van Leeuwen’s expansion to Texas. With its established ties, walkability, and bustling community, we knew Rice Village was perfect for our first venture into the Lone Star state,” said CEO and co-founder, Ben Van Leeuwen.
Rice Village food hall Politan Row shutters permanently after 1 year in business
Read full article: Rice Village food hall Politan Row shutters permanently after 1 year in businessRice Village food hall Politan Row has closed permanently, the dining concept announced in a statement on its Instagram page. The luxe food hall opened in November 2019 at 2445 Times Blvd, featuring a diverse collection of food concepts. The food hall announced its permanent closure Friday. “Politan Row Houston opened one year ago, giving us just 4 short months to serve Rice Village before mandatory shut downs,” the food hall said. Many from Politan Row are already developing new businesses designed for the pandemic and beyond.
Check out Houston celebrity designer Chloe Dao’s face mask collection
Read full article: Check out Houston celebrity designer Chloe Dao’s face mask collectionIn the market for a new face mask? The Houston-native fashion designer and winner of “Project Runway Season 2″ has stepped up to design several versions of face masks, including one with a hidden straw hole called the “Safely Sip,” which allows you to safely sip your iced coffee while you’re out and about. The collection also features washable cotton face masks and Antibacterial Neoprene premium masks, with some that include a pocket where a filter can be added inside. Dao’s mask designs are made to allow you to feel stylish while feeling secure. To see the full collection of Dao’s face masks, click here.
Chloe Dao Shows Off Her Fall 2016 Collection
Read full article: Chloe Dao Shows Off Her Fall 2016 CollectionTo see the fashions in person, visit Chloe Dao Boutique in Rice Village. HOUSTON – Chloe Dao debuts her Fall 2016 Collection on Houston Life! If you need help with the Public File, call (713) 778-4745.