Taste your favorite holiday classics in a martini glass with these three drinks: The Grinch, Cindy Lou Who, and Mrs. Claus.

The new popular restaurant and lounge that combines old school Hollywood glitz with a whole lot of Houston star power.

Whether you’re a fan of the super thick shakes, or the light and creamy ones – we’ve found one spot that’s got the ultimate milkshake for you at Red Circle Ice Cream!

Need inspiration for your Fourth of July festivities? Add these cocktails to your celebration that your guests will love.

Watching the Galapagos Tortoises cool down with showers may be the cutest thing you’ve ever seen!

Whether you’re a fan of the genre or not, the Anime Bar in Sugar Land will have something for you to enjoy and keep coming back.

In honor of the Houston Astros new season, we’re checking out a new ‘relentless’ cocktail fans can order for game day!

We got to check in with legendary Killer B, Craig Biggio, ahead of the Houston Astros opening day.

High Five Mini Bar is a fun new hot spot that’s gearing up to open this Friday in Garden Aaks, and check this out – it’s a 126 square foot shipping container!

At more than 70,000 square feet, it's the largest pickleball complex to open in the Houston area.

Celebrate the 'spirit' of Mardi Gras with cocktails that will transport you to the heart of New Orleans.

So FETCH! Grab your bestie (and your best pink) and head over this fun new 'Mean Girls' inspired pop-up event.

If you're participating in dry January or sober curious, mixologist Chanel Lockhart has three delicious mocktail recipes you can easily make at home.

With the holidays also comes holiday parties—at work, at friends or family, or perhaps at your own home—and that means stocking up on drinks. Wherever it is, it might be a good idea to have some nonalcoholic beverages on hand, because not everyone will necessarily feel like drinking alcohol. Consumer Reports taste-tested nonalcoholic sparkling wines to find you the best substitute for those Champagne toasts.

Need a last-minute gift idea? You can never go wrong with a nice bottle of wine, and you can find the perfect bottle for everyone on your list.

Impress your holidays guests with seasonal drinks that'll have them in the holiday spirit.

Looking to make your holiday festivities pop? Just add champagne. Matthew Massey, Founder of the first Texan champagne house, Madame Zero, pops by Studio B with bubbly tips on which holiday beverage works best for a dinner party or as a present.

‘The Old Fashioned Barrister’ shares two easy recipes for the home bartender

All five of The Union Kitchen’s Houston-area locations will celebrate Taylor Swift's upcoming film with a fun Eras Tour-themed brunch on October 14th.

Enjoy two refreshing gin cocktails while protecting the oceans.

We're celebrating Beyonce's return to Houston with three drinks inspired by her Renaissance World Tour that will leave you 'Crazy in Love.'

See What’s on Tap!

Tonight the city’s top mixologists will compete in a friendly competition to see who can come up with most creative cocktails representing H-Town, all for a good cause.

Will Derrick like it?

Vallenson’s Brewing Company is the place to be for all your craft beer needs in Pearland!

An advanced sommelier shares her top picks!

Ahead of the Grape Stomp Festival at Bernhardt Winery

Check out the immersive life-sized doll house at Popfancy Dessert Cafe and get a taste of the limited themed menu!

Celebrate National Spritz Day with cocktails using prosecco from Pastore.

Come on, Barbie, let's go party!

They will inspire you to squeeze the day!

Your drink of choice on the Fourth of July might be an ice-cold beer or the always-faithful White Claw, but in case you want to celebrate with a colorful cocktail, we’ve got a few recipes for you to add in some fun.

Toast to freedom! If you’re looking for beverage ideas for your Juneteenth gathering this weekend, we’ve got you covered! See the recipes here:

After all, dads love whisky!

Celebrate Pride Month at The Original Ninfa's with their colorful and pride-inspired cocktails.

If you love good wine, food, and art then you'll want to be in the woodlands next week because Wine & Food Week is back.

Growing up and living in Michigan, I have a huge blind spot when it comes to southern food and drink traditions.

Several breweries brought home World Beer Cup medals back to H-Town

Easy recipes to celebrate mom

Longstanding Houston burger institution Lankford’s is expanding its restaurant business with a new eatery set to open Monday.

What do you think of when you hear the words “Kentucky Derby?”

Celebrate Taylor Swift with a pre-show happy hour with three drinks inspired by her famous hits. The Swiftie menu includes the Bad Blood Margarita, Pink Paris French 75, and Lavender Haze.

Perfect if you're hosting guests this Holiday weekend

How you can win a once-in-a-lifetime chance to Party with Paul!

Recipes to celebrate St. Paddys!

If you are planning to stay at home to celebrate Valentine's Day, here are two easy cocktail recipes you can recreate at home.

It’s mobile, unique, and the first female Black-owned mobile bar in Houston. Brittany Eckwood is the owner of the mobile bar Baby J’s Jell-O.

Enjoy Sierra Mist while you can, fans -- there’s a brand new lemon-lime soda coming soon to replace it.

Easy recipes for at-home entertaining

Chris ‘Tree’ McLean knows the difference a service dog can make in the life of a veteran suffering from PTSD because he’s experienced it firsthand with his own pet companion, Bailey.

Top wine experts go head-to-head for the title of Iron Sommelier for a good cause.

Starbucks is out Thursday with its annual lineup of holiday-season drinks and cups.

Thursday at 3:00 p.m. on Houston Life, we’re checking out a new place to hangout with friends or for a date night. It’s mini-golf for adults. It’s an immersive putting experience with a lounge feel, complete with fun food and craft cocktails. One of the courses is a swank library, another is a ski lodge. We’ll tour the other courses for you, Thursday at 3:00 p.m. on KPRC 2.

If you’ve been looking for a unique new spot for your next celebration, this hits the bullseye.

Houston Life celebrated Courtney Zavala's birthday with refreshing cocktails from Urbe.

Alba Huerta, owner of Julep, was honored at the annual James Beard Awards and won for Outstanding Bar Program. She shared the recipe for "The Morning Call" - a refreshing cocktail.

If you’ve got some leftover watermelon at home, it’s time to use them up for some refreshing beverages.

A new tequila bar, Todos Santos, opened at 5317 Washington Avenue over the weekend.

Houston bartender shares recipes to spoil mom this weekend

Many people who love and enjoy coffee every day don’t know the complex process it takes to get that characteristic taste to your morning cup of joe!

If you’re in need of some Monday motivation, this next story proves that if at first you don’t succeed, just try, try and try again. Sarah Troxell, The Toasted Coconut Beverage Director, did just that, competing in the national bartending competition, Speed Rack, three years in a row. This year, all her hard work finally paid off as she brought home the big win for H-Town and earned the title Season 9 Miss Speed Rack. Even better than bringing home the championship? Knowing it was all for a good cause: aiding the fight to end breast cancer.

One of Houston’s most popular Tex-Mex restaurants is celebrating the Houston Astros in a big way!

To celebrate the premiere of the new James Bond film “No Time to Die,” The Original Ninfa’s Beverage Director Angel Belman shook up some classic 007 drinks plus a unique cocktail inspired by the iconic film franchise.

In case you hadn’t gotten the memo, Thursday marks Cinco de Mayo, and it seems fitting to celebrate the “holiday” with a drink, doesn’t it?

SAN ANTONIO, Texas – Longtime fans of the hit TV show “Friends” will want to travel to this San Antonio brewery to try their newest beer that gives vibes of NYC. Islla Street Brewing, who also created the popular “Big Red” beer last year, is releasing a new flavor inspired by an ode to Rachel, Ross, Joey, Phoebe, Monica, and Chandler’s trips to “Central Perk Coffee Cafe”. The beer, named “Friends Toast,” is a coffee stout steeped with brioche, nutmeg, and finished with maple and Mexican vanilla, the brewery said on their Facebook page. The brewery said the beer will be available on their menu starting Monday.

If you’re looking for fun drinks that you can make at home during these muggy, murky, rainy days ahead of us, we’ve got you covered.

HOUSTON – McDonald’s fans are rejoicing over the return of Hi-C Orange Lavaburst after it was pulled off the menu in 2017. The fast-food giant brought back the famed drink after reading “countless DMs, petitions and customer feedback.”According to their Twitter, the tweet announcing the drink contained a screenshot of an email apparently from the Vice President of Marketing, with the quote “We did it!”about to present this to my boss do u guys have any feedback? https://t.co/yp3NreJaXy — McDonald's (@McDonalds) February 10, 2021Hi-C was removed from all restaurants in 2017 to make room for a new Sprite flavor, which sparked some outrage from those who grew up with the drink in the 90s, TODAY reported. Fans can keep track of the drink’s arrival on the McDonald’s website by inputting their zip code. Hi-C Orange Lavaburst will return to select McDonalds restaurants starting this week, and will be available nationwide this upcoming summer.

Do you love wine? Then you're going to want to be a part of Houston Life's Wine Club Poured by H-E-B! Find out how to sign up here!

HOUSTON – No need to add coffee to your Coke, new Coca-Cola coffee-infused drinks have dropped Tuesday at Houiston-area stores. The drinks come in three flavors: dark roast, vanilla, and caramel, and are infused with Brazilian-style coffee. They come with 69 milligrams of caffeine in a 12-ounce can, which is higher compared to 34 milligrams in a can of regular Coca-Cola. According to CNN, this isn’t the first time Coca-Cola released a coffee-infused drink. In 2006, the company came out with “Coca-Cola Blak”, which in 2008 the drink flopped due to low reviews.

HOUSTON – If you’re participating in dry January or just prefer your drinks alcohol-free, here’s something for you to try at home. Rebecca Dowda, Director of Beverage Innovation, and Kevin Barber, Director of Mixology Operations at Patrick Henry Creative Promotions, share two mocktail recipes to shake up your happy hour. MOCKARITARebecca Dowda, Director of Beverage Innovation, and Kevin Barber, Director of Mixology Operations at Patrick Henry Creative Promotions, share two mocktail recipes to shake up your happy hour. The spirit-free version of the classic Margarita is light and refreshing with a hint of effervescence. Ingredients:½ oz White Balsamic Vinegar½ oz Passionfruit Syrup¼ oz Vanilla Syrup¼ oz Fresh Lemon JuiceDirections:Shake ingredients with ice & strain over fresh ice Top with Q Club SodaTo connect with Rebecca Dowda or Kevin Barber, visit the Patrick Henry Creative Promotions website.

HOUSTON – No fancy bar tools? Hendrick’s Gin Brand Ambassador, Mattias Horseman shares how to master happy hour from the comfort of our homes. Check out these 2 recipes below:THE LONE STAR MULEThe Lone Star Mule (The Lone Star Mule)2 Parts Hendrick’s Gin1 Part Fresh Lime Juice.5 Part Simple SyrupTop with Ginger BeerGarnish with Mint & CucumberCOSMOPOLIGINCosmopoligin (Cosmopoligin)1.5 Parts Hendrick’s Midsummer Solstice.75 Parts Fresh Lime Juice.5 Part Cranberry Juice.5 Part Simple Syrup.5 Part Orange LiqueurGarnish with a Cucumber WheelPRO TIPSNo fancy measuring tools? For more recipes visit Hendricksgin.com or follow Mattias on Instagram, here. To order Hendrick’s Gin online visit Drizly:

A Cajun roasted turkey! Cookbook author, mom and blogger, Leigh Ann Chatagnier with My Diary of Us is delivering a recipe we’re sure to be thankful for this Thanksgiving. Whether you’re sipping to celebrate or simply to quench your thirst, Leigh Ann Chatagnier shares a 4-ingredient cocktail recipe to pair with your Thanksgiving dinner. APPLE CIDER PIMM’S CUPGet the full recipe HEREApple Cider Pimm's Cup (Apple Cider Pimm's Cup)2 oz. And make sure to follow Leigh Ann of Instagram for more delicious recipes!

HOUSTON – If there’s one holiday that the Houston Life team loves to celebrate, it’s National Happy Hour Day! When that happy hour bell rings later, stop by Eighteen36 in River Oaks to try some of their craft cocktails for a cause. A portion of the proceeds will help us support Candlelighters, a Houston based non-profit that helps support the families of children with cancer. Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Family Alliance was founded by families of children with cancer FOR families of children with cancer; to be a light in the darkness. They help provide emotional, educational, and practical support to families of children with cancer.

If you’re hoping to add Elon Musk’s prized tequila to your collection, you might have to wait. Tesla’s new line of “Tesla Tequila” was launched on Thursday, a promise fulfilled by the CEO to start selling their own brand of liquor, CNN reported. Lightning-shaped bottles of Tequila -- priced at $250 each -- sold out on Thursday, even as orders were limited to two per customer and made available to certain U.S. states, CNN reported. This is not the first time Tesla has sold merchandise outside the car industry. There’s no word yet on when the tequila will be back in stock on the Tesla website.

It doesn’t matter who or what you’re voting for in the 2020 election, if anything is clear, it’s that Americans are STRESSED about the results.

HOUSTON – Present Company in Montrose is one of the trendiest bars in town, and it’s also known as ‘one of Houston’s most Instagrammable bars.’From the moment you walk in, you see all of the bright colors and signs, refreshing craft drink menu and delicious food, giving guests the fee of vacation without actually leaving the city. The folks at Present Company also love a good theme, and even though it may not FEEL like Fall outside in Houston at the moment, they’ve gathered up their spookiest potions just in time for Halloween next weekend. New cocktails on this year’s drink menu: REDRUM, the Pumpkin King Shot, Necrophili-Cat, Resting Witch Face, and the Spookie Dookie. Watch as Lauren Kelly gets a preview of these cocktails with beverage manager, Rex Nielsen.

HOUSTON – Two renowned Texas chefs are joining forces with a Houston brewery to craft a special pilsner that allows you to give back to the community. Austin-based chef Aaron Franklin and Houston-based chef Chris Shepherd joined forces to create a one-of-a-kind beer with Karbach Brewing in hopes to bring something good out of 2020. The new beer, called Horseshoe Pilsner will benefit Southern Smoke Foundation, supporting food and beverage workers impacted by the COVID-19 crisis, according to a release. Horseshoe Pilsner is “made to be the perfect palate cleanser” and is perfect to enjoy with Texas barbecue, said Franklin, who owns Franklin Barbecue in Austin. Both Franklin and Shepherd hope they will raise up to $100,000 for Southern Smoke Foundation.

Many Houston-area and Texas chain restaurants are now selling cocktail kits to make their boozy bartender-style drinks sold at bars and restaurants. Here are some of the cocktail kits you can take home today. Address: 1600 Westheimer, HoustonHugo’s is offering three cocktail kits to go, each come with the items you need to mix your favorite cocktail. Our menu is available dine-in or to-go...including cocktail kits you... Posted by Hugo's on Sunday, August 9, 2020Address: 4902 Kirby, HoustonNeed a “Goode” cocktail to go along with your dinner? Do you know other restaurants selling cocktail kits?

Tanji Patton of Goodtaste TV shares her favorite (easy-to-make) summer cocktails, that are made with frozen wine and fresh fruit. (Copyright 2020 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.) (Copyright 2020 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.) Sensational Sangria SlushieDon Simon Sangria + blackberries + whipped toppingTanji Patton of 'Goodtaste with Tanji' shares her Sensational Sangria Slushie. Tanji Patton of 'Goodtaste with Tanji' shares her secret to making cocktails sweeter - adding ice cream!

Hokkaido Japanese RestaurantPhoto: nhat h./YelpTopping the list is Hokkaido Japanese Restaurant. Located at 9108 Bellaire Blvd., Suite B, in Sharpstown, the sushi bar and Japanese spot is the highest-rated budget-friendly sushi spot in Houston, boasting four stars out of 806 reviews on Yelp. Yelper Tom K., who reviewed Hokkaido Japanese Restaurant on June 15, wrote, "I was on the hunt for affordable yet good sushi when I came across Hokkaido. Papa YuPhoto: papa yu/YelpNext up is Spring Branch West's Papa Yu, situated at 1037 Blalock Road. It is safe to say this is the best and most authentic Japanese restaurant in the Houston area."

Get to know this Houston neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a treat shop to a cafe. Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Greater Eastwood, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Treats Of MexicoPhoto: maria d./YelpTopping the list is candy store Treats of Mexico, which offers shaved ice, ice cream and frozen yogurt and more. Located at 724 Telephone, it's the highest-rated business in the neighborhood, boasting five stars out of 103 reviews on Yelp. Coral SwordPhoto: demi t./YelpCoral Sword, a cafe that offers tabletop games and more, is another much-loved neighborhood go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 96 Yelp reviews.

To find out who made the list, we looked at Houston businesses on Yelp by category and counted how many reviews each received. It's not the only trending outlier in the chicken shop category: Chick'nCone has seen a 36.5% increase in reviews. Located at 9486 Long Point Road in Spring Branch West, KRISP Korean Fried Chicken offers fried chicken and stir-fried rice cakes, with sides like truffle fries and kimchi. KRISP Korean Fried Chicken is open from 11:30 a.m.10 p.m. daily. On the menu, look for the Syrian fried chicken sandwich, Yummy's chicken waffle sandwich and Yummy's tender basket.

Located at 1010 Prairie St. in Downtown, the fresh arrival is called Underground Hall. According to the business's Facebook page, Underground Hall is "Downtown's new casual and refreshed food hall." The spot includes four new restaurants (Treacherous Leches, Wokker, Hotline Burger and Don Juan Tacos) along with two bars ( Beer Market and Underbar). And Olivia S. wrote, "Underground Hall is an awesome new food hall in Downtown Houston. Underground Hall is open from 11 a.m.10 p.m. on Monday-Thursday and 11 a.m.midnight on Friday and Saturday.

Got a hankering for bubble tea? Located at 12303 Jones Road, Suite 100, the spot to score coffee and tea, juices and smoothies and bubble tea is the highest-rated low-priced bubble tea spot in Houston, boasting five stars out of 321 reviews on Yelp. "Best bubble tea and juice bar with a variety of delicious Taiwanese snacks," per the history section of the business's Yelp profile. Concerning signature items, "Bubble tea and coffee, fresh fruit juice and smoothies," it states on Yelp in the section about specialties. Regarding signature items, "Houston's premium bubble tea and shaved ice shop since 2010," it states on Yelp in the section highlighting specialties.

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top florists in Houston, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to venture next time you're in the market for florists. Valentine FloristPhoto: Valentine Florist/YelpFirst on the list is Valentine Florist. With 4.5 stars out of 415 reviews on Yelp, the grocery store and florist has proved to be a local favorite. Scent & VioletPhoto: Scent & Violet/YelpScent & Violet, a florist and floral designer spot in Eldridge, is another much-loved go-to, with five stars out of 32 Yelp reviews. This story was created automatically using local business data, then reviewed and augmented by an editor.

Get to know this Houston neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a bakery to a diner. Located at 5404 Telephone Road, it's the highest-rated business in the neighborhood, boasting five stars out of 217 reviews on Yelp. Yelpers give the business, located at 4659 Telephone Road, four stars out of 272 reviews. Frank's GrillPhoto: H L./YelpFrank's Grill, a diner and breakfast and brunch and traditional American spot, is another neighborhood go-to, with four stars out of 159 Yelp reviews. Head over to 4702 Telephone Road to see for yourself.

Twisted Grilled CheesePhoto: Twisted Grilled Cheese/YelpWhether or not you've been hearing buzz about Greater Uptown's Twisted Grilled Cheese, the food truck, which offers sandwiches, desserts and more, is a hot topic according to Yelp review data. Were excited to bring our gourmet grilled cheese menu items to the Houston market!" In terms of specialties, "Twisted Grilled Cheese is a gourmet grilled cheese sandwich food truck dedicated to serving high-quality specialty grilled cheese sandwiches with a southern twist." Open at 2829 Chimney Rock Road since October, Twisted Grilled Cheese offers seven types of grilled cheese sandwiches, including the five-cheese pepperoni pizza, the halal Philly grilled cheesesteak and the smokehouse brisket. Twisted Grilled Cheese is open from 11 a.m.9 p.m. on Wednesday-Sunday.

Looking to sample the best comfort food around town? Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable comfort food sources in Houston, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to satisfy your cravings. Located at 5740 S. Wayside Drive in Golfcrest/Bellfort/Reveille, the traditional American spot, which offers comfort food and more, is the highest-rated low-priced comfort food spot in Houston, boasting 4.5 stars out of 188 reviews on Yelp. Gus's World Famous Fried ChickenPhoto: abbas d./YelpNext up is Washington Avenue Coalition / Memorial Park's Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken, situated at 1815 Washington Ave. Yelper Ivor S.., who reviewed Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken on March 4, wrote, "Fantastic fried chicken at this hole-in-the-wall place with an amazing atmosphere and great service.

Yelper EJ J., who reviewed House of Bowls on May 22, wrote, "Always love this place. Two Bowls Bun Bo HuePhoto: Jessica v./YelpAlief's Two Bowls Bun Bo Hue, located at 13080 Bellaire Blvd., Suite A, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the budget-friendly Vietnamese spot, which offers noodles and soups, 4.5 stars out of 201 reviews. Yelper Vicky B., who reviewed Two Bowls Bun Bo Hue on Jan. 6, wrote, "A great place to enjoy a hot bowl of bun bo hue on a rainy cold day! Leo K. noted, "Solid bowl of bun bo hue, but I don't think I will go for that second bowl. Yelper Rametha N., who reviewed San Dong Noodle House on May 30, wrote, "The beef noodle was amazing!

Get to know this Houston neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from an ice cream shop to a gourmet food spot. Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Magnolia Park, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Magnolia's Ice Cream & MorePhoto: mitchelle b./YelpTopping the list is Magnolia's Ice Cream & More, a spot to score ice cream and frozen yogurt and shaved ice. Located at 6421 Brady St., it's the highest-rated business in the neighborhood, boasting 4.5 stars out of 70 reviews on Yelp. This spot serves up ice cream in a cup or in a cone, topped with fruit, candy or Kool-Aid pickles.

In search of a new favorite Vietnamese spot? Yelper Kevin S., who reviewed Pho Binh 59 South on Feb. 5, wrote, "Outstanding pho! Yelper Christina M., who reviewed Pho Saigon on Feb. 24, wrote, "Pho Saigon has withstood the test of time and remains amazing. Pho Binh TrailerPhoto: Nhien D./YelpFinally, there's an outpost of the Houston-based chain Pho Binh Trailer, a South Belt / Ellington favorite with 4.5 stars out of 245 reviews. Stop by 10928 Beamer Road to hit up the Vietnamese spot, which offers soups and noodles, next time you're in the mood for cheap eats.

Craving fast food food? Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top fast food spots around Houston, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to satisfy your cravings. Thai Style Fast FoodPhoto: nancy t./YelpFirst on the list is Thai Style Fast Food. Located at 5712 S. Gessner Road, Suite D, in Sharpstown, the Thai and fast food spot is the highest-rated fast food restaurant in Houston, boasting 4.5 stars out of 156 reviews on Yelp. You can find the fast food spot, which offers chicken wings and more, at 303 Memorial City Way, 395B.

Dichos TaqueriaPhoto: mark r./YelpNext up is Mexican and breakfast and brunch spot Dichos Taqueria, situated at 614 S. Wayside Drive, Suite 100. Yelpers give the business, located at 900 S. Wayside Drive, five stars out of 13 reviews. This 24/7 business offers washers in four sizes and dryers, as well as wash, dry and fold services that charge by the pound. Wayside NailsPhoto: ariana m./YelpWayside Nails, a nail salon, is another much-loved neighborhood go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 20 Yelp reviews. Head over to 900 S. Wayside Drive to see for yourself.

B&B Butchers & RestaurantPhoto: victoria m./YelpTopping the list is B&B Butchers & Restaurant. We turned there to learn more about B&B Butchers & Restaurant. Peli PeliPhoto: peli peli/YelpNext up is Greater Uptown's Peli Peli, situated at 5085 Westheimer Road, Suite B2515. If you're hungry for more, we found these details about Peli Peli. We turned there for an overview of Chama Gaúcha Brazilian Steakhouse.

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top hair salons in Houston, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to venture next time you're in the market for hair salons. Amy Hieu Hair SalonPhoto: Amy Hieu Hair Salon/YelpFirst on the list is Amy Hieu Hair Salon. in Alief, the hair salon is the highest-rated hair salon in Houston, boasting 4.5 stars out of 737 reviews on Yelp. Secret Salon 316Photo: maggie g./YelpNext up is Sharpstown's Secret Salon 316, situated at 9889 Bellaire Blvd., Suite 237. ML2 Hair DesignPhoto: tanya n./YelpML2 Hair Design, a hair salon in Sharpstown, is another much-loved go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 330 Yelp reviews.

Get to know this Houston neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a Peruvianspot to a steakhouse. Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Greater Uptown, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Located at 5709 Woodway Drive, Suite J, it's the highest-rated business in the neighborhood, boasting four stars out of 308 reviews on Yelp. This local chain has four Houston-area locations and according to the business' website, Peli Peli combines South African flavors with Southern hospitality. This story was created automatically using local business data, then reviewed and augmented by an editor.

Get to know this Houston neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a sandwich spot to a salon. Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Timbergrove, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Located at 1801 Ella Blvd., Suite C, it's the highest-rated business in the neighborhood, boasting 4.5 stars out of 574 reviews on Yelp. J N Hair SalonPhoto: Thuy dung n./YelpJ N Hair Salon, a hair salon and waxing spot, is another much-loved neighborhood go-to, with five stars out of 25 Yelp reviews. In addition to men's and women's and kids' haircuts, the salon offers color services, perms and blowouts.

HOUSTON – Houston bar-goers, rejoice! Bars in the Houston-area can now reopen thanks to Gov. Bars opening Friday will need to follow a list of guidelines provided by the state which includes limiting occupancy to 25 percent, screening employees and notifying customers that drink orders cannot be taken at the bar. As of Friday, 23 Houston-area bars have opened according to this list from CultureMap Houston and this one from Houstonia Magazine. These are the locations they listed:4J Brewery (1348 Cedar Post, Houston)13 Celsius (3000 Caroline, Houston; reservations required)77 Degrees (2416 Brazos, Ste.

Looking for a yummy Asian fusion meal near you? Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top Asian fusion spots around Houston, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to meet your needs. Mala Sichuan BistroPhoto: Mala Sichuan Bistro/YelpFirst on the list is Mala Sichuan Bistro. Located at 1201 Westheimer Road, Suite B, in Montrose, the Sichuan and Asian fusion spot is the highest-rated Asian fusion restaurant in Houston, boasting four stars out of 478 reviews on Yelp. With four stars out of 176 reviews on Yelp, the sushi bar, Japanese and Asian fusion spot has proved to be a local favorite.

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top Korean spots around Houston, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to satisfy your cravings. Kot Dae Ji - Flower Piggy Korean BBQPhoto: khoi t./YelpFirst on the list is Kot Dae Ji - Flower Piggy Korean BBQ. Located at 1411 Gessner Road, Suite A, in Spring Branch West, the Korean spot, which offers barbecue and more, is the highest-rated Korean restaurant in Houston, boasting four stars out of 275 reviews on Yelp. H MartPhoto: Hmart/YelpNext up is Spring Branch Central's H Mart, a location of the chain, situated at 1302 Blalock Road. Teriyaki KitchenPhoto: Kevin m./YelpTeriyaki Kitchen, a Japanese, Korean and Asian fusion spot in Spring Branch North, is another much-loved go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 168 Yelp reviews.