On the corner of Willowbend and South Post Oak is one of Houston’s best South American eateries. Peru Gourmet offers unique and flavorful dishes inspired by Peruvian classics from owners Franz Bardeles and Fransciso Banich. Originally from Lima, they opened The restaurant 5 years ago to share their love of Peruvian food, and have been [...]
By Christina Autry With over 50,000 Colombian-Americans living in Houston, our metropolitan area has become a fantastic place to find Colombia’s signature dish: the Bandeja Paisa. Parrilla Colombiana, a restaurant in the Brays Oaks Management District, is no exception. A visit to this hidden gem reveals a menu representing Colombia and Latin America, with a [...]
When the craving for a Dr. Brown’s Cel-Ray, matzoh-ball soup, potato pancakes, and lox takes hold, the New York Deli and Coffee Shop has got you covered. The deli, and attached HKA-certified Bagel Shop Bakery, have been staples in southwest Houston for 45 years and is classic takes on favorites, often seeing 45-minute waits on [...]
By J.D. Herman There is a certain beauty when good intentions and hard work, combine for positive results. Plant It Forward is a growing success story of a great idea coming to fruition in Southwest Houston. The nonprofit started in 2011, by the brother and sister team Pat and Teresa O’Donnell, looked to make urban [...]
Mos’ BBQ & Burgers built up a reputation for tender brisket in Alvin, Texas long before relocating to the Brays Oaks Management District earlier this year. Alvin’s loss is a huge gain for southwest Houston as owners Sean and Crystal Kabir bring their BBQ talents to our neighborhood. Located on West Bellfort just east of [...]
