East River is bringing a month of outdoor entertainment to Houston in November, featuring live music, a 6,000-rubber-duck race along Buffalo Bayou, themed movie nights, fitness activities and a Houston Texans watch party.

After spending 17 years behind bars, viral food reviewer Meal Ticket Nu is turning his second chance into a powerful mission—serving up free meals and hope to single mothers in his community.

The James Beard Foundation’s Taste America series arrives at Thompson Houston on November 12, bringing together acclaimed local chefs and independent restaurants for a walk-around tasting celebrating Houston’s culinary community.

SOL7 at Thompson Houston introduces Harvest Happy Hour Thursday through Sunday, featuring fall-inspired bites, seasonal cocktails and rooftop city views

Houston’s airports are serving up big flavors for a good cause! Discover Flavor Fest 2026, where local favorites compete for bragging rights while supporting aviation workers in need.

The Woodlands Resort and The Woodlands Pride will kick off PRIDE weekend on October 29 with a 1990s-inspired evening of dinner, live entertainment and dancing, benefiting Out for Education.

From a family barbecue dream to a Texas State Fair tradition, Smokey John’s celebrates 50 years of Black-owned business, serving up legendary flavors, generations of family recipes, and a legacy built on food and community!

H-E-B’s Quest for Texas Best awards $15,000 to Houston’s HIVE Food Co. as five Texas businesses share $110,000 in prizes, celebrating local innovation, family traditions and homegrown entrepreneurial success.

H-E-B recognized five Texas small businesses in its 2026 Quest for Texas Best competition, awarding $110,000 to the winners and $25,000 to five additional finalists.

Goode Company launches its new Oyster Club this October, bringing Houston seafood lovers three Gulf Coast-inspired gatherings packed with oysters, fresh catches, lively pairings and Texas flavor.

Tomball’s longtime H-E-B is getting a $20 million makeover and expansion, with construction slated to begin in 2027.

Trill Burgers brings its Houston-born smash-burger swagger to Westheimer with a new location, drive-thru and late-night plans.

Starbucks is closing about 250 North American locations as CEO Brian Niccol’s turnaround plan continues to reshape the coffee giant through store closures, renovations, menu changes and tighter expansion plans.

McDonald’s is betting $8.5 billion through 2036 on restaurant makeovers, employee retraining, AI-powered kitchens and protein-focused menu items as it fights to win back customers and keep pace with fast-food rivals.

H-E-B’s Quest for Texas Best gives 10 Texas small businesses a chance to turn homegrown ideas into statewide success.