Alex Au-Yeung, owner of Phat Eatery in Katy, was a talented chef with bold ambitions for the future. With the knowledge that he was a semi-finalist in the coveted James Beard Awards, he sadly lost his battle with cancer in March 2024. Following his passing, it was up to his two friends and…
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Tourism was always part of the vision for The Woodlands as it would create strong economic vibrancy for this new development by George P. Mitchell. Now, some 50 years later, the majority of The Woodlands Township’s budget (nearly 60 percent) is funded by sales, hotel and mixed-use beverage tax…
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Wanalee and Adam Gorelick are elevating authentic Thai food in The Woodlands with their friend and business partner, Ann Middleton. Charm Thai Kitchen & Bar, which officially opened in May, is quickly becoming a must-visit for local foodies. “We’ve had a really great welcome,” said Wanalee…
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In the late 90’s, Terry McBurney relocated his family from Houston to The Woodlands - back when Woodlands Parkway stopped at Kuykendahl and a wooden sign from the 70s still greeted commuters. As The Woodlands Mall and Market Street grew into the scene, he watched regional and national restaurant…
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Businesses choose to open in The Woodlands for a multitude of reasons: a vibrant shopping and dining scene, natural beauty, walking trails. Everyone has something different that drew them to The Woodlands, and we wanted to hear it from the business owners themselves. Why The Woodlands? Sixty…
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The start of summer in The Woodlands is always sweeter with Wine and Food Week’s renowned events during the first week of June. Constance McDerby, CEO of Food & Vine Time Productions and Founder of Wine & Food Week, continues to elevate the experience and find new ways to give back to the community…
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In 1995, Sara Brook opened the first Dessert Gallery Bakery & Cafe in downtown Houston. A go-to spot for any sweet treat imaginable, the bakery has brought joy to Houstonians for many years, and now it’s expanding to bring joy to The Woodlands. This unique, woman-owned business opened its second…
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Businesses choose to open in The Woodlands for a multitude of reasons: a vibrant shopping and dining scene, natural beauty, walking trails. Everyone has something different that drew them to The Woodlands, and we wanted to hear it from the business owners themselves. Why The Woodlands? Rhone at…
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Last year, The Woodlands Resort was named one of the 10 best resorts in Texas by Travel + Leisure – and that was before its recent renovations. The property is a landmark in The Woodlands, well-known for its two championship golf courses, jaw-dropping Forest Oasis Waterpark (featuring a 1,000-foot…
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Businesses choose to open in The Woodlands for a multitude of reasons: a vibrant shopping and dining scene, natural beauty, walking trails. Everyone has something different that drew them to The Woodlands, and we wanted to hear it from the business owners themselves. Why The Woodlands? Sweets To…
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