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  The Devil is in the Details at Treacherous Leches

  September 13 at 6 a.m.

  Far as I can recall, I’ve never had a bad piece of tres leches. As opposed to a lot of desserts out there, it’s pretty forgiving when it comes to its creation and, as someone whose last name is Garcia, I’ll confess to being a little more forgiving when it...

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  Openings and Closings:Vibrant Opens, Original Beaver's Closes, Spaghetti Warehouse Rebrands

  August 31 at 4 a.m.

  Vibrant, 1931 Fairview, opened August 27. The new health-focused concept from first-time restaurateur, Kelly Barnhart features a menu designed by wellness expert and blogger, Alison Wu. For now, the restaurant is serving breakfast and lunch, with dinner service to begin in September. The restaurant is housed in the old McGowen...

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  Twisted Love is the Latest Asiatown Ice Cream Sensation

  August 20 at 5 a.m.

  Created with an Instagram generation in mind, Twisted Love, a new ice cream shop by the owners of Coco’s Sweets in the Hong Kong City Mall, is taking social media by storm with its picturesque, colorful creations set against the shop's adorable decor. Debuting a couple of weeks ago in...

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  Openings and Closings: The Lounge at Field and Tides, The Classic All Day

  August 10 at 4 a.m.

  Field and Tides, 705 East 11th, has expanded its footprint by adding the 1940s vacant gas station next door as a lounge extension. Chef Travis Lenig and business partner Chico Ramirez opened the newly renovated building, which lay dormant for more than a decade, to serve as a lounge and...

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  Perfect Pairings: Vin Santo and Biscotti at Giacomo's Cibo e Vino

  August 2 at 5 a.m.

  Want to look super cultured the next time you dine at an Italian restaurant? All right, all right, I got you; and it's a win-win too because the pair happens to be delicious. Ask your server if they offer Vin Santo by the glass, and then ask if they happen...

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  Houston: Try Out These Foods in August

  August 1 at 4 a.m.

  Despite triple digit temperatures and hellish humidity, we Houstonians still like to eat well and we're not sticking to salads. While there are some great cold dishes to be had, you'll still see Bayou City foodies tucking into pho, ramen, or ghost pepper wings despite the heat. We're crazy like...