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Frette, a luxury Italian linen brand, has opened a new boutique at The Galleria in Houston, according to a Dec. 16 news release. The shop is located on the first floor of the popular retail center, and features a curated selection of bedding and bath linens, home accessories and refined loungewear, per the release. The Galleria location's interior...

In Italy, food is not just something they eat it’s woven deeply into their culture. This is why Linda’s Dolci is not just a bakery; it’s a slice of Italy, right in the heart of New Mexico.“I am from Pordenone, which is a northern, little town, north in the mountains in Italy,” said Linda Manias, the owner of Linda’s Dolci. “I was just kind of jumpi...

The 7th Ward welcomes a new dining and entertainment destination with Pulcinella!, a homestyle Italian restaurant inspired by Sicilian traditions, and Original Nite Cap, a speakeasy offering craft cocktails and performances. Located at 1300 St. Bernard Avenue, Pulcinella! is quickly becoming a must-visit spot. A Sicilian Culinary ExperienceAt the h...

Houston billionaire Tilman Fertitta may soon be adding a geopolitical chapter to his lengthy career resume according to a Wednesday evening report from CBS News. According to CBS' senior White House correspondent Jennifer Jacobs, President-elect Donald Trump is seriously considering the Texas hospitality magnate for the role of U.S. ambassador to I...

Modern-casual meatball and butchery-inspired concept The Sicilian Butcher has announced its regional expansion with three new Texas locations slated to open across Texas through 2025. Leading the way, the newest restaurant located at 3200 Tracewood Way in Fort Worth, Texas is set to open Saturday, July 20, 2024, with a grand opening celebration to...

After the United States entered World War II, prisoner-of-war camps were established to hold those who were captured fighting Allied forces. Here on the High Plains, we had two POW camps: Camp McLean and Camp Hereford. According to the Texas State Historical Association, the War Department authorized the building of Camp Hereford in June 1942, and...

While most visit Italy and think, I should move here, Ari and Amy Lowenstein thought to bring Italy's renowned culinary scene to Dallas when he first opened Ari's Pantry in December 2023. The dream was just a seed decades ago. After spending 10 years in Rome, Ari discovered his passion for food among the aisles of his neighborhood market, Mercato R...

Italian food in Austin comes in many iterations, from fresh, springy pasta to certified Neapolitan pizza to Italian-American red sauce joints. From longtime local favorites to newcomers on the scene, here are the top Italian restaurants in the city. Those looking for chewy handmade pasta shouldn’t skip the food trucks — both Patrizi’s and Artipasta...

Meatballs aren’t usually a gateway to bump and grind. But with the late October opening of Pulcinella! restaurant at 1300 St. Bernard Ave., that’s on the menu now. The 52-seat restaurant is a partnership between burlesque performer Bella Blue, her husband Andy Principe, an owner at Palm & Pine, and J.D. Solomon, a retired, self-described “tech nerd...

New Italian restaurant Mare e Monte hasn't officially trumpeted its launch, but it's already built quite a buzz. After holding a soft opening in April and building up word-of-mouth support, the Medical Center eatery will hold a grand opening on Monday, Nov. 25, according to its owners.Despite the relatively low profile of Mare e Monte, located at 9...

Texas is known for having some of the best barbecue and Mexican restaurants in the country. This larger-than-life state isn't shy when it comes to saucy and spicy dishes that pair perfectly with a frozen margarita, but Italian cuisine also manages to shine in the Lone Star State. Many of Texas' best restaurants can be found in Dallas, Houston, and...

Russo’s New York Pizzeria and Italian Kitchen The Woodlands (TX) is celebrating their 15 Year Anniversary! Located at 3335 College Park Dr #300, Russo’s is inviting the community to celebrate on Thursday, November 14 where Russo’s will be giving away 100 giant New York-style cheese pizza slices (one per person) starting at 11 a.m. Then, later from...