Cleo Roasting Co. and sister café Cavo Coffee are OutSmart’s 2025 favorites, celebrated for queer visibility, women-led sourcing, and brewing…
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From curating cocktails for weekly drag-king nights to serving community with pride, Chanel Chowdhury has become a heartbeat of Houston’s…
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From Cajun-Southern brunch boards to skyline views, City Cellars HTX is OutSmart readers’ 2025 pick for Favorite New Restaurant and…
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Dessert Gallery celebrates 30 years with its Cafe of Love Contest, inviting Houstonians to share their sweetest memories and spotlighting…
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Celebrate Pride Month with some of Houston's noteworthy authors, bakers, and brewers bringing bold stories, flavors, and community spirit to…
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At JŪN in Houston, chef Henry Lu blends Asian heritage, global influences, and personal storytelling—bringing bold, boundary-pushing cuisine to the…
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The new Montrose Country Club is a luxurious social hub with a 65-foot pool, upscale dining, and vibrant nightlife.
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Barcelona Wine Bar brings the spirit of Las Ramblas to Westheimer Road.
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Marlén Mendoza is a queer-identifying coffee roaster and co-founder of Ema HTX, a Michelin Bib Gourmand-awarded breakfast spot.
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Denita Forges and Whitne Dilliehunt are partners in love, parenting, and business.
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