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  Smoked Out: Truth BBQ

  April 2 at 5 a.m.

  In this weekly series we're visiting the many smokehouses that call Houston and its surrounding suburbs home, along the way testing their mettle and judging their brisket (among other things). This column aims to highlight both the restaurants and pitmasters that define Houston barbecue. Brenham is a small, awkwardly located...

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  Openings and Closings: Bernie's Burger Bus, Common Bond Expand

  March 22 at 5 a.m.

  Bernie's Burger Bus, 6324 Highway 6, opened March 15 in Missouri City. This is the first location with drive thru service. It's also the first free-standing Bernie's with a patio and dedicated parking lot. There are three other locations in the Greater Houston area, including the Heights, Katy and Bellaire...

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  Stuffed: Doozo Dumplings & Noodles

  March 12 at 5 a.m.

  We set out to find and devour stuffed food from every possible culture right here in the Bayou City. From empanadas to dumplings, kolaches to samosas, we're getting stuffed. Every now and then this city can still surprise us. Even those of us who make it our job to know...

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  Local Meal Delivery Company Opens First Retail Location in River Oaks

  March 6 at 4 a.m.

  The Blonde Pantry, a Houston-based meal delivery service started by registered dietitian and lifestyle blogger Marla Murphy just opened its first retail location at The Shops at Arrive. The swanky Upper Kirby retail district will play host to Murphy's intimate grab-and-go store — one which aims to bring The Blonde...

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  A Peek Inside Judging The 2019 Gold Buckle Foodie Awards

  March 1 at 6:20 a.m.

  Social media airwaves weighed heaviest yesterday as local celebrity judges did their best spreading the word to thousands of foodies worldwide while judging the 2019 Gold Buckle Foodie Awards.  But then again, weiners-on-sticks never really stood a chance at the quiet life during Rodeo Houston.  Pictured is a glimpse inside the secluded lagoon located on the second floor of the NRG Center where the eight winning Gold Buckle Foodie Awards were decided. (Photos by Kate McLean)

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  Openings and Closings: SlowPokes Expands, Truck Yard Food Trucks Return

  February 22 at 5 a.m.

  SlowPokes, 2925 Richmond, opened February 8. This is the second location for the coffee, tea, wine and beer bar. The first location at 1203 W. 34th opened in November 2016. With a mission to slow folks down in our fast-moving tech-crazy times, SlowPokes offers a comfortable, slightly hip spot to...