Martin Luther King Jr. Day: These Houston events honor slain civil rights leader’s legacy
Parades and celebrations will be held over the weekend and on Monday to honor the 93rd birthday of Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., who was just 39 when he was assassinated in 1968 while helping sanitation workers strike for better pay and workplace safety in Memphis, Tennessee.
Best bets for your Houston weekend: Dazzling light displays, electrifying stage spectaculars and more
It’s almost the weekend before Thanksgiving, and for some of us, that means the final days of denial before we’re forced to confront the financial, social, and emotional stresses of the holiday season. (Anyone else staring down a calendar chock-full of travel days, shopping outings and obligatory family gatherings?)
Best bets for your Houston weekend: Mind-bogglingly massive holiday markets, dizzyingly dazzling light displays and more
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Halloweekend happenings: Enchanting and chilling Houston-area experiences perfect for a wicked weekend of festive fun
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Fall extravaganzas: From craft fairs to art markets, this is where to drool over handmade goods in the Houston area
Want to purchase quality items from the person who made them? Here are several craft fairs, art markets and festivals where you can shop for unique goods while supporting local artists and businesses.
🔒Ultimate Texas to-do list: The Lone Star State’s 101 best experiences
A strenuous hike up Guadalupe Peak; A bowl of ice cream in Brenham; An unforgettable performance in Palo Duro; A bottle of Dr Pepper in Dublin; A hidden desk in Alpine; and 96 more delightful and awe-inspiring Texas experiences to satisfy your wanderlust.
Mother Nature’s Texas to-do list: These classic hikes showcase our state’s wild splendors
If Mother Nature made a to-do list for Texas, we’d venture to guess that these hikes would be on it. They capture much of what the Lone Star State’s wild backyard has to offer. Breathtaking mountain vistas? Check. Splendid canyons? Check. Deep forests and swampy lowlands? Check and check.
🔒 Pick up the perfect gifts at these shops, small businesses you’ll only find in Houston
Where we spend our money matters and when we buy local, our money does more good for our community than it does when we shop at big-box stores, so when you go shopping for surprises, whether they be for a birthday, holiday or major life milestone, consider supporting local entrepreneurs.
From hidden gems to historic spots: Discover ‘111 Places in Houston That You Must Not Miss’
"111 Places in Houston That You Must Not Miss" (Emons:)“111 Places That You Must Not Miss” is the name of the popular series launched by Emons Verlag in 2008. The colorful attire and accessories at Roop Sari PalaceRoop Sari Palace (111 places in Houston that you must not miss)2. The gods and goddesses at Teo Chew TempleTeo Chew Temple (111 places in Houston that you must not miss)3. Listening to the Mariachi Mass at St. Joseph Catholic ChurchMariachi Mass (111 places in Houston that you must not miss)For the complete list, get 111 Places in Houston That You Must Not Miss, available now at book retailers. Dana DuTerroil and Joni Fincham (111 places in Houston that you must not miss)To connect with DuTerroil and Fincham, click here.
6 spring break ideas for families in Houston
HOUSTON – If you are wondering what to do to keep the family busy and entertained during spring break, we’ve got you covered. There’s also a VR experience in which you can do 3D and do a day in the life of Van Gogh the artist. Keep in mind you’re going to have to be masked to go there,” said Sorena. You’ll start at George R. Brown and they’ll help guide you along Downtown as you solve the mystery of this art heist. To connect with Mommy Nearest, visit their website or download the free Mommy Nearest app for iPhone and Android.
LIST: This is where Houstonians say they get the best cream-filled doughnuts in our area
HOUSTON – Who can resist a delicious cream-filled doughnut? Whether you enjoy chocolate cream, vanilla creme or even Bavarian creme, the possibilities with these doughnuts are endless. To find the best places, we asked our KPRC 2 social media followers for their recommendations on where to score the best of these sweet treats in the Houston area. Here’s where they said the best are made in our area:Classic Donuts (8409 Beechnut, Houston)Best Donuts (1730 Williams Trace Blvd, Sugar Land)Shipley Do-Nuts (multiple locations)Donut Licious (1535 Spring Cypress, Spring)Donut Hole (multiple locations)Dillon Donuts (10527 FM 1764, Santa Fe)Know any others that we should add to the list? Let us know in the comments below!
Where2Eat: 6 of Galvestons best eateries, according to locals and visitors
We had the fried ribs and the catfish, the food was amazing, and the service was even better! - Steven C.This place has great food! Where: 8027 Harborside Drive Rating: 5 stars Number of reviews: 49 What people are saying: Yes yes and more yes. Where: 1528 Avenue L Rating: 4.5 stars Number of reviews: 573 What people are saying: Our breakfast stop when visiting Galveston. Best place for sandwiches in Galveston Island. Its a great place to eat or just to pick up.
10 of Houston’s best shrimp taco spots, according to residents
Everyone loves tacos, but adding shrimp takes the deliciousness factor up a few notches. Here is where our Facebook KPRC 2 audience said you could find the best shrimp tacos in Houston:Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp - All locationsGrab N Go Tacos - All locationsLiberty Taco - Both locations (4703 Richmond Ave and 333 Old Spanish Trail)Bodega’s Taco Shop - 1200 BinzFuzzy’s Tacos - All locationsUSA Wings - 54 E Crosstimbers St.Chavez Mexican Cafe - Both locations (2557 Gessner E and 5930 Hwy. 6 North)La Brisa Mexican Grill - 501 N Wesley Dr.El Tacozano - 4003 Fulton StTorchy’s Tacos - All locations
These are the 17 best places to get hot dogs in Houston, according to residents
In the mood for a good hot dog? We’ve got a list on where you can find Houstonians favorites. Our KPRC 2 Facebook audience gave us these recommendations when we asked where to go:Good Dog Houston - All locationsCream Burger - 3481 Elgin StYoyo’s Hot Dog - 5555 Morningside DrJames Coney Island - All locationsSonny’s Place - 1206 19th St.Costco - All locationsThat’s My Dog - 22635 Morton Ranch Rd. AdCrave Hot Dogs and BBQ - All locationsSonic - All locationsBuldogies - 14543 Hwy 105 WestThe Burger Joint - Both locations (2703 Montrose Blvd. and 2002 N Shepherd Dr.)AdStomp’s Burger Joint - All locationsGood Dog - Both locations (903 Studewood St. and 1312 W. Alabama St.)Happy Endings - 3701 Travis St.Waddup Dog Houston - Check their social media for locationBubba’s Texas Burger Shack - 5230 Westpark Dr.
Best places to get refried beans in the Houston area, according to residents
Good refried beans are hard to come by, but when you find what you love you are likely to come back over and over. We asked our KPRC 2 social media audience where the the best places were to get refried beans and here’s what you said:Casa OléMultiple locationsMonterey House1090 S 11th St in BeaumontHEBMultiple locationsMerida Mexican Restaurant2509 Navigation BlvdIguana Joe’sMultiple locationsLupe TortillaMultiple locationsTaqueria Allende903 Broadway StMayra Arreozola said “they have the best! !”Sylvia’s Enchilada KitchenBoth locations (6401 Woodway Dr and 1140 Eldridge Pkwy)Gloria’s Latin CuisineBoth locations (2616 Louisiana St and 700 Baybrook Mall)Las Mañanitas Mexican RestaurantMultiple locationsLa Maria Mexican RestaurantBoth locations (16860 Stuebner Airline Rd and 17445 Spring Cypress Rd)i_am_pho_real from instagram said “I’ve had Mexican food all over Houston; all the popular places. Their refried beans are the absolute best.”Mamacita’s Mexican Restaurant and CantinaMultiple locationsPappasito’s CantinaMultiple locationsCasa Vaqueros2140 FM 1092 Rd,Missouri City, TX, 77459Fajitas A Go Go5404 Kirby DriveFonda Santa Rosa9908 Beechnut StTaqueria Guadalajara703 S 75th St
15 dive bars Houstonians most recommend
Bars may be closed, but you can still put places on your to-do list for when they open back up. If you are looking for some good dive bars to go to after the pandemic, your fellow Houstonians have just the places for you. We asked KPRC 2s Facebook followers for suggestions and heres what they came up with:1. West Alabama Ice House1919 West Alabama St10. Warrens Inn307 Travis St
Houstonians say these 5 places and chefs make the best devils food cake
HOUSTON In honor of National Devils Food Cake Day on Tuesday, we asked our social media followers where they find the best devils food cake in Houston. Heres what they recommended:Fluff Bake BarAddress: 1701 15th Street, HoustonWebsite: fluffbakebar.comMany of our Instagram followers praised Fluff Bake Bars Veruca Salt cake, which is a devils food cake topped with salted caramel buttercream and pretzel pieces, named after one of the characters from Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory.***SOLD OUT. *** WE MADE A FEW CAKES... 6 Veruca salt available ONLINE for pick up tomorrow. AshleyCakesAddress: 2032 TC Jester, HoustonWebsite: ashleycakeshouston.comRecommended by KPRC 2 Instagram follower @smpiccolo, AshleyCakes is located in the Heights and serves several chocolatey versions of cakes, including Devils Food. Chef MandersInstagram: chef_perezamandaSeveral KPRC 2 Instagram followers praised Chef Manders for her cakes, including @jessicaleal1995, who gives her three thumbs up.