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  This Week in Houston Food Events: Dine Out or In During Houston Black Restaurant Week

  July 13 at 4 a.m.

  Though social distancing is in effect and bars are closed for in-house services, the ever-strong Houston food community continues to truck on. This week, you can support black-owned restaurants during Houston Black Restaurant Weeks, All week long Black Restaurant Week With its mission is to feed and fuel the cultural...

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  Houston's 5 Best Weekend Food Bets: Poutine, Deli Dogs and More for Canada Day

  July 10 at 4 a.m.

  As Gov. Greg Abbott’s stay-at-home executive order has now expired, restaurants are beginning to open back up, while many have continued to go the takeout route. This weekend, we’re sharing five fantastic dining options from restaurants around town, covering dine-in, takeout, delivery and curbside service. Note: Anyone who may have...

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  Upcoming Houston Food Events: Taste the World with Bento Boxes To-Go

  July 9 at 4:30 a.m.

  Mark your calendars, because you don’t want to miss these deliciously fun culinary happenings: Traveler’s Table, 520 Westheimer, has introduced Bento Boxes, now available for dinner takeout, and including a small plate, entrée and side (plus a complimentary flavored fortune cookie) for $18. Choose from small plates such as pão...

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  Texas RenFest Plans an October Return and is Looking For Actors Now

  July 9 at 4 a.m.

  The Texas Renaissance Festival is looking for actors, holding auditions over the next two (maybe three) weekends to ensure that if everything goes as planned, they'll be opening their doors in October as in years past. Of course, somewhat appropriately for a special event fixed in the 16th Century, this...

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  Here's Your Chance to Cook with Kent Rathbun in a Virtual Event

  July 9 at 4 a.m.

  The Houston Press is partnering with Kent Rathbun a four-time James Beard Award-nominated American chef, 2008 Iron Chef America winner, and restaurateur to bring our readers a unique virtual cooking experience. This virtual event will take us into Rathbun's home where he will teach viewers the tips and tricks behind...

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  State Fair of Texas is Cancelled for 2020

  July 7 at 3:25 p.m.

  The State Fair of Texas, the longest running state fair in the United States, has just announced it is skipping the 2020 season — another victim of the pandemic sweeping Texas and the country. This is the first time since World War II the fair has not opened. In early...