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Houston, Texas

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Everything's bigger is Texas, from the food to the talent to the music. Coming up with a short packing playlist for Houston is challenging, only because there's so much talent to include!

Houston is also a perfectly populated city. It boasts lots of culture, but still has a down-home charm that many people seek out to settle into. Houston's downtown area has been revitalized with ...

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Posted in:Culture, Points of Interest Features:Sightseeing, Live Music
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The Steed Society and Comerica Bank hosted the sixth annual Top 25 Women of Houston Awards at the Houstonian Ballroom on Friday, Oct. 7. A remarkable group of women were lauded for their accomplishments in their respective fields with friends, family, colleagues and former Top 25 alum looking on.

“It is in this annual recognition ceremony that we raise them above the fray to highlight ...

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Posted in:Events Features:Live Music, Best Flyer , Celebrity Traveler
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The Houston International Festival celebrated its 41st year with a tribute to Asia. This two-week experience was jam-packed with family fun and diverse entertainment. The Houston International Festival is one of the leading presenters of world music anywhere on the planet.

The festival, known as “The Silk Road Journey Across Asia” commanded some 20 acres of downtown Houston, ...

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Posted in:Events, Culture Features:Outdoor, Live Music, Family Friendly
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Restaurant to know: PepperSoup Café
Owner: Michelle K. Ukegbu
Cuisine: Nigerian and Caribbean

What makes PepperSoup Café unique?
They specialize in the flavors of Africa. There is a large following of African and Caribbean culture in Houston that is not being catered to. It is also a plus ...

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Posted in:Dining Features:African Cuisine, Caribbean Cuisine, Food
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The hometown of Terry Ellis of En Vogue is the fourth largest city in the United States. This metropolitan area has a large African-American population and a significant heritage that includes the Buffalo Soldiers, the historically black college of Prairie View A&M, and even Creole food by way of New Orleans. Terry Ellis' passion for her hometown shines through this video and makes you want to ...

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Posted in:Dining Features:Celebrity Traveler, Sightseeing, Bars/Clubs/Pubs, Inexpensive