Here’s a look at this week’s hottest culinary happenings:
All week long
Beyonce Concert Whisky Special at Traveler’s Table
Traverler’s Table, 520 Westheimer, is collaborating with SirDavis Whisky in honor of Beyonce’s upcoming concert in Houston, offering five specialty cocktails created with SirDavis Whisky, available each night for dinner all week long or during brunch, Friday through Sunday. Cocktail specials include the Texas Buckiin’, Blackberry Mint Julep, Texas Tea Shot, Southern State of Mind and the Passionate BeyBey.
Grab & Gold at Tacodeli
Tacodeli is celebrating its new Grab ‘n Go Breakfast Tacos by launching a Grab & Gold promotion. For two weeks starting June 16, the taco joint is hiding gold tickets (free taco coupons) inside select Grab & Go Breakfast Tacos. Taco fans have a 1-in-10 chance of winning, with prizes from free tacos to free tacos for a year.
Tuesday, June 24
All-Star Chef’s Collaboration Dinner at Amrina
Amrina, 3 Waterway Square, invites guests to an All-Star Chef’s Collaboration Dinner, featuring six powerhouse Woodlands-area chefs—Jassi Bindra of Amrina, James Beard Best Chef Texas award-winner Thomas Bille of Belly of the Beast, and Marvin He of Phat Eatery, to name a few—in an all-inclusive five-course experience with wine pairings. Dinner begins at 5:30 p.m. and reservations are $500 per person
Wednesday, June 25
Anniversary Specials at The Marigold Club
Mayfair London-inspired dining destination The Marigold Club, 2531 Kuester, will celebrate its one-year anniversary with a celebratory one-night-only affair. Guests who dine that evening will receive complimentary caviar sandwiches, Champagne splashes and cocktails courtesy of William Grant & Sons, and half-off caviar by the ounce all night.
Landry’s Houston Chef Series
Landry’s Inc. continues its Houston Chef Series, “island hopping” around the globe at its signature restaurants on select Wednesdays through August 9. Reservations are required, and prices range from $125 to $225 per person. This week, Vic & Anthony’s chef Manuel Menchaca serves up “Adventure Down Under” with dishes like Broiled Sweet Prawns, Baramundi in saffron tomato broth and Tim Tam Pavlova dessert.
Thursday, June 26
Pisco Dinner at Alora Restaurant & Bar
Alora Restaurant & Bar, 2502 Dunlavy, will be hosting a four-course Pisco Dinner beginning with a welcome cocktail at 6 p.m. and followed by the reservations-only dinner at 6:30 p.m. Highlights include Lychee Ceviche and Peruvian-style duck confit.
Dinner is $125 per person, plus tax and gratuity.
Friday, June 27
Vinyl Night at Brennan’s of Houston
Brennan’s of Houston, 3300 Smith, invites guests to a funky sundown soiree, where DJ Fred will set the mood with a custom mix of soulful jazz and funk. Vinyl lovers are encouraged to BYOV (bring your own vinyl) and enjoy the relaxed ambiance of the new Courtyard Bar. From 6:30 to 9 p.m., sip craft cocktails and savor bites as the evening unfolds. No tickets required.
Bruma Wine Dinner at Caracol
Caracol, 2200 Post Oak, is hosting a Bruma Wine Dinner, kicking off with a 6 p.m. reception and seated dinner at 6:30 p.m. For $130 per person (plus tax and gratuity), guests will enjoy a multi-course feast paired with wines from Bruma Vinícola, a standout Baja winery, guided by winemaker Lulu Martinez. Highlights include grilled octopus with Sauvignon Blanc, duck tacos with red blend, braised short rib with Mezcla Reserva, and chocolate-chipotle cake with Nebbiolo.
Roaring 20’s Night at Tony’sTony’s, 3755 Richmond, is throwing a Roaring 20’s Night from 7 to 11 p.m. in the San Remo Room, featuring a live DJ and dancing, full bar and vintage-style tableside Zephyr Gin punch service. Come dressed to impress — there’s a Best Dressed Contest with prizes.
Saturday, June 28
Pre-Pride Party at Chapman & Kirby
Chapman and Kirby, 2118 Lamar, invites guests to a Pride Pre-Parade Party starting at 2 p.m., featuring fun stuff like a complimentary glitter bar from 4 to 7 p.m., Pride market with local vendors, themed drinks, live drag performances, and more.
Sunday, June 29
Chef Takeover at Wooster’s Garden
Wooster’s Garden, 3315 Milam, hosts a one-night chef takeover with Javi Becerra and Rico Mackins (formerly of Degust) starting at 4 p.m. The bold menu features dishes like confit duck with pomegranate ($15), beef tartare nachos ($12), ranch-herb octopus ($19) and piloncillo marranitos with dulce de leche ice cream ($6). There is no cover to attend, with live jazz and food until sold out.
All month long
Pride Month Sweets
Dessert Gallery,3600 Kirby, 25 Waterway, is spreading love with a lineup of Pride-themed treats all month long, from rainbow Pride cake to cupcakes and colorful cookies.
Michael’s Cookie Jar is offering Pride cookies throughout June, including oven-fresh cookies, deluxe Iced cookies, cookie packs, decorated cookie sleeves and cookie cakes available for purchase in-store and online. In addition, 50 cents from the sale of every deluxe iced cookie will be donated to Montrose Center’s Hatch Youth Program.
Guest Taco Collab: Blood Bros. BBQ at Little Rey
Little Rey, 2345 Mid Lane, has unveiled its June taco special: this time, a collaboration with Blood Bros. BBQ’s Quy Hoang. The pitmaster’s pulled pork jerk taco with mango slaw will be served at Little Rey all month long, with proceeds from each taco sold donated to Southern Smoke.
New and ongoing specials
“Brownie Points” at J-Bar-M Barbecue
J-Bar-M Barbecue has introduced a new charitable initiative: “Brownie Points,” throughout June. All month long, proceeds from the J-Bar-M Barbecue Brownie and the new Kataifi Dough and Pistachio Brownie will go directly to benefit Camp H-Town and its work to restore the childhood of children affected by cancer. J-Bar-M will also commit all proceeds from the Reggie Bar Brownie to Reggie Jackson’s Mr. October Foundation and its focus on STEM education and workforce pipelines for underserved youth.
Cookie Pie at Tiff’s Treats
Cookie delivery favorite Tiff’s Treats has unveiled a new shareable treat – a warm and gooey Cookie Pie. The six-inch round, deep-dish cookie is available in four fan-favorite flavors: Chocolate Chip, Double Chocolate Chip, Snickerdoodle and Birthday Confetti. Get it for $10, or enhance the experience by ordering it à la mode a pint of ice cream.
Caracol Tasting Menu Series
Caracol, 2200 Post Oak Blvd., is back with the fifth stop in its tasting menu series — this time celebrating the bold coastal flavors of Nayarit. Available at dinner Monday through Saturday from June 19 to July 26, the $75 four-course feast highlights dishes like aguachile negro, soft shell crab tacos and the region’s famous pescado zarandeado.Guests can add an optional $36 beverage pairing.
