Kolache Shoppe collaborated with Marigold Club’s chef and partner Austin Waiter to craft a Duck à l'Orange kolache, available throughout November. Credit: Photo by Sabrina Miskelly

Here’s a look at this week’s hottest culinary happenings:

All week long

Free coffee with taco purchase at Tacodeli

Tacodeli, 1902 Washington, 1715 Post Oak, recently announced a partnership with Cuvée Coffee, offering ethically sourced, custom-roasted coffee to pair with its assortment of tacos. To celebrate, the taqueria is offering guests a free coffee with any purchase now through November 11.

Tuesday, November 5

Election Day specials

Houston’s bars and restaurants are celebrating the power of the vote by rolling out Election specials and complimentary treats for Houstonians who cast their ballots, from free coffee and pizza to happy hour deals and half-priced burgers. Check out our Election Day Restaurant Guide for details.

Thursday, November 7

Oysters, Blues and Brews at Goode Co. Armadillo Palace

This year’s Oysters, Blues and Brews is going down from 6 to 9 p.m. at Goode Co. Armadillo Palace, 5015 Kirby. Ticketholders can expect live music, a chef-curated selection of Gulf Coast favorites and two complimentary, hand-crafted cocktails for $100 per person. A Gulf Coast collaboration between Goode Company and the Coastal Conservation Association, a portion of the event’s proceeds will go towards CCA’s ‘Building Conservation Trust’, ensuring the preservation of marine resources and enhancing anglers’ access.

Saturday, November 9

The Whisky X at Lone Star Flight Museum

The Whisky X invites whiskey lovers to enjoy an evening of indulgence at 6 p.m. at Lone Star Flight Museum, 11551 Aerospace. The affair includes over 60 premium brands, expert-led tastings, a cigar lounge and complimentary grooming services, plus gourmet food trucks and great vibe. Tickets start at $45.

Saturday–Sunday

50th Anniversary Texas Renaissance Festival

Back for its 50th anniversary, Texas Renaissance Festival brings folks a medieval celebration of food and drink, shopping and entertainment, and enchanted fun. This weekend features a Heroes & Villains theme alongside festival eats from turkey legs and mead to a two-hour dinner theatre King’s Feast, plus special beer collabs with Saint Arnold Brewing Company and Karbach Brewing Co.

All month long

Kolache of the Month Marigold Club Collab at Kolache Shoppe

Kolache Shoppe’s November Kolache Collab features a first-time partnership with Marigold Club’s chef partner Austin Waiter, offered Thursday through Saturday at the Greenway Shoppe and Friday through Sunday at the Heights shop. Dig into Duck à l’Orange kolache (Greenway & Heights), pairing a rich duck sausage with thyme infused orange jam and salted orange glaze. Or hit up the Pearland location to enjoy a Killen’s Barbecue collab featuring Smoked Turkey & Gravy with Killen’s smoked turkey, black pepper graby and seasoned stuffing. 

Brooke Viggiano is a contributing writer who is always looking to share Houston's coolest and tastiest happenings with the Houston Press readers.