Are you in the mood for true New Orleans cooking? Fashioned after the historic French Quarter, The Rouxpour offers an authentic New Orleans experience like no place else.
Fortunately, you don’t have to drive to New Orleans to enjoy this cuisine. Just hop over to Memorial City to enjoy the great savory flavors of the Vieux Carré.
Oysters Bienville, Seafood Gumbo with Sausage, Shrimp and Grifts, Crawfish Bisque, Zydeco Chicken, Ribeye Rouxpour, Mahi Opelousas, Stuffed Shrimp Rouxpour, Bourbon Street Pasta and the Mack Daddy’s Hangover Burger are just a few of the tempting items on the menu.
Or share the delicious Rexy and Kat’s Walk Through New Orleans for $100. You get the Oyster Trio, your choice of Seafood Gumbo or Chicken & Sausage Gumbo, Crawfish Étouffée Pistolettes, Steak Rowley, Shrimp Stanwood and Bread Pudding.
The Rouxpour is located at 303 Memorial City Mall. 281-240-7689.
Laissez Les Bon Temps Rouler!
Let the Good Times Roll!
Ready for a new look or just need to your hair or nails done? The Beautique at Town and Country Village has been giving Houston the best in beauty since 2007. This modern, locally owned salon and spa employs 60 beauty specialists, who offer premier products and services for clients’ hair, nails, and skin. Makeup applications are also available, as are lessons on makeup styles and color palettes.
Ready for a day of pampering? Packages range from everyday manicures and pedicures up to a whole day of beauty that includes head-to-toe services with lunch from local restaurants.
Beautique also offers a selection of products and services for men. Whether it’s a haircut and color, a nail service, or a skin treatment, Beautique knows how to tailor its services to the guys on its list.
And you can host a party at the salon —birthdays, business functions, weddings, and more. Plus, they offer gift cards, perfect for a friend, a family member or a special gift anytime during the year.
Richard Proto, co-owner of Beautique, described interacting with the clients as the best part about working at the salon and spa. The staff enjoy becoming a part of their clients’ lives and feeling like their extended family.
“It takes a lot to come between a Texas woman and her hair,” joked Mr. Proto. He explained, however, that too many salons lose clients because the staff does not bring enough new ideas to the table. Then, when clients want a change, they switch salons. For this reason, Beautique works differently.
Beautique makes education a priority for its stylists and provides learning opportunities. Stylists regularly attend conferences and seminars to learn about the latest trends and techniques. Afterward, stylists can offer new solutions and suggestions to their clients, and they can encourage clients to try fresh looks and styles.
Beautique’s stylists are experts on conventional styling techniques but also understand all of today’s trends, such as extensions and bayallage color techniques. Clients know that Beautique is a name they can trust.
Plus, Beautique gives back. They recently raised funds to support the nonprofit breast health care organization The Rose, which offers women access to breast cancer screening, diagnosis, and care.
Beautique is open seven days a week. Free parking is available, and the salon is in a fantastic spot in Town and Country Village near cafés, restaurants, and shops.
701 Town and Country Blvd #1900, Houston, TX 77024
713-464-2953
The Memorial District is the place to be during the holidays! We have fun, family-friendly events throughout the season. So let us spread a little cheer and make your holidays merry and bright!
Glisten Holiday Lighting, City Centre
Share in the fun of the District’s annual holiday lighting Saturday, November 23 from Noon to 9 pm. There is 100% chance for snow in the City Centre plaza, so grab a sled and take a ride down the 5-foot snow slides or build a snowman in the snow box. The DJ will set the stage for the evening’s festivities at 6 p.m. At 7 p.m. there will be an Ice carving demonstration where Sewell Cadillac will keep you warm with complimentary hot chocolate and apple cider and then at 8 p.m. the countdown will begin to the evening’s anticipated lighting.
The lineup is subject to change and dependent on weather.
Holiday in the Plaza, City Centre
Santa kicks off the Holiday in the Plaza festivities, Saturday, November 30 when he arrives in his Sewell Cadillac at 12 p.m. to spread holiday cheer and pose for pictures. Help CityCentre fill Santa's ride with new, unwrapped toys to be donated to Texas Children’s Hospital West Campus in exchange for a complimentary picture with the big guy. You can also hang out with Life Time Athletic and decorate a new ornament for the tree. At 1, 3:30, and 5 p.m., catch the Houston Show Choir as it fills the plaza with rocking Christmas songs.
Visit Santa at St. Nick’s Park, Memorial City Mall
You will find Santa and his elves at St. Nick’s Park in the Dillard’s wing where you can share your wish list and have your picture taken to preserve the memories.
Families with special needs children can come on December 1st and 8th from 8:30-10:30am for Santa Cares. We have teamed up with Autism Speaks to create a sensory-friendly environment so everyone can experience the time-honored tradition of a visit with Santa.
Bring your furry family member to take photos with Santa, Sunday, December 15th, from 6-9pm, at Pet Night.
Jingle & Mingle at The Square
Every Saturday evening from December 7-21, 6-9 p.m. is Jingle & Mingle where Houston’s best musicians will be putting on a free performance. Enjoy complimentary popcorn and plenty of room to dance. The Memorial City Reindeer will make an appearance and there is a 100% chance of a snowfall!
Noon Year’s Eve at Memorial City Mall
This is the perfect celebration for families who don’t want to wait until midnight. Come to the Xfinity Fireplace, Tuesday, December 31 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for a Noon Year’s Eve DJ dance party with face painters, balloon artists and then, when the clock strikes 12 p.m., celebrate with a massive balloon drop and lemonade toast!
Thanksgiving is always a great time to spend with family or with your favorite friends. But how about leaving the cooking to someone else? The Memorial District has great options for dining out or picking up a full meal already prepared. After all you will need a good meal ahead of that Black Friday shopping. Why not spend Thanksgiving with us?
Liberty Kitchen at The Treehouse, 963 Bunker Hill, 713-468-3745
Their meal includes roast turkey, potatoes, green beans, homemade cranberry sauce and pumpkin pie. The complete meal is just $189 and serves 8-10 people. Appetizers, sides, main dishes and dessert are also available a-la-carte. Order by 9 p.m. Nov. 21 and pick up 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Nov. 26-27 or 9 a.m.-noon Nov. 28 at Liberty Kitchen at the Treehouse.
Tipping Point Restaurant and Terrace, 9787 Katy Freeway, 713-986-9800
For starters choose from roasted beets with raspberry puree, spiced pecans and maple vinaigrette and mint or forest mushroom soup with crispy shallot and pickled haricot vert. For your entrée select the smoked carved turkey with turkey gravy, mashed potatoes, classic stuffing, cranberry sauce, and green bean casserole or select pan-seared sea bass with sweet potato-wild mushroom hash, haricot vert, blistered vine cherry tomatoes with lemon oil. For dessert choose pumpkin pie with pecan brittle and expresso-bailey’s whipped cream or pecan pie with whipped cream and Blue Bell ice cream.
Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille, 9827 Katy Freeway, 832-358-9000
Celebrate Thanksgiving traditions at Perry’s. Start with your choice of butternut squash soup or honey crisp apple salad with dried cherries, walnuts and maple syrup vinaigrette. Then enjoy our roast turkey breast with pan gravy and mashed potatoes, green bean almandine, sausage & sage cornbread stuffing and cranberry relish.
Full dinner menu also available.
Leave room for Pumpkin Cheesecake dessert for additional $8.
Adults: $45 each, Children $15
Open Thursday, November 28 11am-9pm
Seasons 52, 842 West Sam Houston Parkway North, 713-464-5252
Enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving dinner with roasted turkey, savory pan gravy, Yukon mashed potatoes, herb stuffing, green beans, mashed butternut squash, homemade cranberry relish, and pumpkin pie mini indulgence. They are serving all day.
Adults - $29.95 and children - $14.00.
Leibman’s, 10100 Katy Freeway, 281-617-2208
We have everything you need for the perfect Thanksgiving Dinner. Our Chef-prepared Holiday dinner will serve 4-6 guests. Just heat & serve! It includes a 12-14pound fully-cooked roasted turkey, cornbread dressing, green bean casserole, creamy mashed potatoes. cranberry orange relish, homemade gravy, and pumpkin pie. All for just $79.99
Available November 27th & 28th
Maggiano’s Little Italy, Memorial City Mall, 713.461.0692
Gather round for a 3-course family style dinner. You can choose from traditional roast turkey, country-style baked smoked ham or parmesan-crusted tilapia. Of course our classic pastas are also on the menu, which also includes a salad and delicious dessert.
Adults: $39.99 each, Children ages 5-12: $17.99
024 Grille, 945 Gessner, 281-501-4350
The Westin Houston Memorial City’s 024 Grille’s Thanksgiving Brunch Buffet will offer a wide variety of the classic Thanksgiving dishes plus much more curated by executive chef Everton Clarke. Features include, a carving station with turkey and prime rib, salad counter, artisanal bread display, omelet station, kids counter, dessert bar and more. Brunch will be available from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and cost is $55 for adults $25 for children ten and under.
Radio Milano, 800 Sorella Court, 713-827-3545
Enjoy Thanksgiving at home with a delicious, three-course menu priced at $40 per person. Select from appetizers including Turkey Gumbo or Goat Cheese Salad plus entrées such as Roasted Cornish Hen, Rosemary Turkey Breast and Herb-Crusted Prime Rib. All dishes are served with mashed potato, green bean casserole, homemade stuffing, cranberry jelly and scratch gravy. Save room for dessert – your pick of Apple Caramelized Bread Pudding with buttermilk ice cream or Pumpkin Cheesecake with cognac sauce.
Sal & Pimienta, 818 Town and Country Blvd, #105, 832-849-0097
They offer a cornucopia of choices to Thanksgiving with a bountiful brunch buffet served from 11 am until 4 pm and priced at $39.99 for adults, $35 for seniors and $15 for kids ages five through 12.
Eddie V’s, 12848 Queensbury Lane, 832-200-2380
Their menu includes carved slow-roasted turkey with gravy, brioche sage stuffing, cranberry chutney, hand-whipped potatoes, baby French green beans with sun-dried tomatoes, roasted butternut squash
Adult $43, Child $15
Add a dessert for $12: pumpkin pie tartlet with whipped cream and praline sauce
Hours 11 am – 8 pm
Flemings Hours, 788 West Sam Houston Parkway North, 713-827-1120
Upon arrival, enjoy chef’s bread course with seasonal spreads, crispy sea scallops with orange-tarragon vinaigrette, sweet and spicy filet mignon skewers with peppercorn sauce, and chef’s butcher board selection of charcuterie and artisan cheese.
The choice of starters: Wedge salad with bacon, Campari tomatoes, red onion, Danish blue cheese crumbles, blue cheese dressing, or roasted beet salad with spring mix, pistachios, goat cheese, lemon balsamic vinaigrette
For your entrée select from filet mignon with béarnaise butter, prime new your strip with rosemary demi-glace and merlot salt, prime bone-in ribeye with smoked chili butter, colossal cold-water king crab legs with crab nectar or barbecue Scottish salmon fillet with mushrooms and barbecue glaze. Sides include lobster mashed potatoes, chipotle cheddar macaroni and cheese and fresh roasted asparagus.
For desserts choose from chocolate gooey butter cake with warm chocolate sauce, caramel honeycomb brittle and house made Chantilly cream; New York cheesecake with orange curd and caramel; or fresh berries with Chantilly whipped cream,
$125 per person
Open 11 am – 8 pm
Capital Grille Hours, 840 West Sam Houston North, 713-463-5051
Dinner includes slow-roasted turkey with brioche stuffing, French green beans with Marconi almonds, cranberry-pear chutney, Sam’s mashed potatoes and pumpkin cheesecake.
HEB and Randall's
You can always stop by HEB to pick up a full menu of thanksgiving dishes made by the deli; turkey or ham included. These items should be ordered a week in advanced and picked up on Thanksgiving Day. HEB hours are 6 am to 2 pm on Thanksgiving.
Forget an ingredient? Visit Randall’s from 6 am to 1 pm on Thanksgiving.
If you’re looking to repurpose your old china or make an everlasting memory, China Baroque is the place to go. China Baroque at 879 Frostwood Drive takes your own china and turns it into beautiful pieces of jewelry. Imagine a family heirloom you can wear or give it as a gift. Even if you don't have your own china, you can choose from beautifully crafted pieces in stock.
You get to choose which metal to use. Each unique order does takes anywhere from 12 to 16 weeks. It may sound like a lifetime but this jewelry is literally made to perfection. The more pieces of china you have to create a masterpiece, the better. However even a a little can produce pieces you will cherish forever. Give new life to plates, cups and serving dishes. Turn them into unique, fashionable items of beauty.
China parties are also available to book. Want to celebrate a girlfriend’s birthday, bridal shower or other special event with jewelry and wine? China Baroque is the perfect place to shop and have a good time and receive a 15% discount throughout the store during your party. Cups, plates, napkins, water and utensils are all provided. You’re free to bring your own food and adult beverages.
Pop by this shop and check out everything else they have to offer. Gifts for everyone in the family can be found here from quirky socks to inspiring tiles. Their earrings alone are worth coming into the store, beautifully made and set in bright colors, worthy of making any outfit pop. Whether you’re attending a wedding, housewarming or birthday, China Baroque has the perfect gift in stock waiting just for you!
Come in Black Friday, November 29 (10 am – 6 pm) or Saturday, November 30 (10 am – 4 pm) for the Dark Chocolate and Champagne Party. Enjoy 15% off one item, 20% off two items, 25% off three items or 30% off four or more items.
With easy access to the Gulf of Mexico and a variety of freshwater lakes and streams in Texas, it is only natural fishing is a big sport. If you are an avid fisherman, you have likely found Fishing Tackle Unlimited (FTU).
Fishing Tackle Unlimited (FTU) is a Houston-based fishing tackle/marine accessory retailer. It was founded in 1979 under its original name, Cut Rate Sporting Goods, by two Houston native brothers, Joe and Danny Meyer. The 30,000 square foot Memorial District store at 10303 Katy Freeway opened in 1984. It is a one-stop shop for any of your fishing needs from equipment to apparel to accessories.
Their mission is to provide all fishermen and fisherwomen with the best quality and selection of tackle and gear through courteous, competent, and professional service in an impeccably comfortable, clean, and secure atmosphere that will encourage customer satisfaction.
Fishing Tackle Unlimited is the largest independent dealer for Shimano, Simms, Costa Del Mar, Daiwa, Jackson, and many more brands. Their fly department is equipped with 5 experienced fly fishermen. In addition, if you are looking for Blue Water, Trolling Motors Sales, service and installation, rod building, kayaks sales and rigging, fishing apparel and gear for hot and cold weather, Fishing Tackle Unlimited is the place to come. They can outfit the largest of sport fishing boats.
The Meyer’s inspiration was their father, Johnnie Meyer, who was an an avid fisherman. Joe and Danny Meyer still fish often. You’re likely to catch them somewhere along the Gulf Coast testing the products their stores sell to ensure only the best for FTU’s customers.
Fishing Tackle Unlimited will hold their Annual Inshore Expo, Saturday, December 14 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. They will have casting demonstrations, fly tying demonstration, seminars and more. For more information about the event, follow FTU on Facebook or Instagram @fishingtackleunlimited or call 713-827-7762.
Are you in the mood for a scary good time? The Memorial District is the place to eat, drink and be scary.
If your family has plans to trick or treat on Halloween Night, consider these two adventures for lots of candy and fun. Trick or treating takes place from 5-7 p.m. at both events below.
Looking for a more adult Halloween adventure? Hotel ZaZa Memorial City is having their Annual Halloween Bash, Saturday, October 26 from 10:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. Enjoy the spooky specials, dance the night away with DJ Bizonee, and savor the passed light bites to fuel you for the hair-raising night ahead. Make sure to get your tickets soon.
We witch you a Happy Halloween!
The Conrad Sauer Detention Basin and Walking Trail to be Featured.
On Sunday, October 20, the Memorial District welcomes Cigna Sunday Streets Houston for a celebration of community, food, healthy living and entertainment. This is a family-friendly opportunity to be physically active though activities such as walking or biking along the route. The event will run from Noon to 4:00 p.m.
At the same time, you will enjoy seeing the newest jewel in the District, the Conrad Sauer Detention Basin and Walking Trail along Mathewson Lane between Gessner and Conrad Sauer Drive. It’s a beautifully landscaped pedestrian and bike trail that doubles as a stormwater detention basin.
Local businesses, including restaurants and retailers will participate in this community event that attracts people from surrounding neighborhoods as well as from other parts of Houston.
The fall brings cooler temps and fun events across Houston. The Memorial District definitely gets in the mood with these fun and spirited activities. Here are a few of the not to be missed super cool events.
Paint, sip and enjoy live music with the family at Pumpkins and Pilsners at the Square in Memorial City, Saturday October 19 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The kids can paint and play, adults can enjoy beer and wine and the whole family can get in on some pumpkin patch fun. Pick, paint and dress up your perfect pumpkin at the arts and crafts decoration station. And beer and hops fans can delight – there’ll be crisp pilsners on deck! Listen to a live band on the green and enjoy food from Dolce and Cannoli Pizzeria. The fun supports a great cause; event proceeds benefit the Epilepsy Foundation of Texas.
Join Arts by Aaron, CITYCENTRE, and Houstonia Magazine for a one-of-a-kind two-day art festival on Saturday, October 26 from 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Sunday, October 27 from 12 - 6 p.m. Enjoy live music, an array of artistic vendors to shop from and backdrops by Arts by Aaron to capture your Instagrammable moments. Their vision is to create an experiential festival showcasing Houston’s very own artists, painters, illustrators, hand-crafters and designers.
CITYCENTRE and Houstonia Magazine have teamed up for the 5th annual Burger Bash presented by Kroger on Thursday, November 7 from 6 - 9 p.m., where the city’s top restaurants and chefs go head-to-head to take home the coveted Best Burger title. Enjoy insanely delicious sliders, specialty cocktails, live entertainment fun for the whole family, and vote for your favorite burger. Competing restaurants include B.B. Lemon, B&B Butchers, BCK Kitchen & Cocktail Adventures, Bellagreen, Bosscat Kitchen & Libations, BuffBurger, Hopdoddy Burger Bar, International Smoke, The Capital Grille, The General Public, The Tasting Room and more! Click here to purchase tickets today!
During the event, guests are invited to donate to the charity raffle with 100% proceeds benefiting Kids’ Meals Inc. Kids’ Meals delivers free healthy meals to the doorsteps of Houston’s hungriest preschool-aged children and through collaboration provides their families with resources to help end the cycle of poverty.
It’s a perfect way to enjoy the best of fall with the family or with friends. Don’t miss the opportunity to enjoy fall in the District while benefitting great causes. For more events, visit our calendar at www.memorialdistrict.org.
Have you seen the construction cranes at I-10 and Bunker Hill and wondered what was going up? MetroNational announced that construction of the McKinley, a 25-story luxury apartment building at 9757 Katy Freeway is underway. The ground floor will house 4,500 square feet of retail and restaurants and a they will begin construction of a 9-story office building next year. The expected completion date of the 4-acre development is 2021.
"This significant mixed-use project will be an impressive asset to Memorial City and the entire West Houston area," MetroNational President Jason Johnson said in an announcement. "It also illustrates the growth of our entire Memorial City portfolio and continues our unwavering commitment to developing more work, play, and live opportunities across our 265-acres."
Read more about this development and all the amenities it will bring to the Memorial District here.
Saturday, October 19, get rare access to the personal closets of style icons, sample sales from designer runway collections and coveted vintage and consignment finds from luxury boutiques at Fashion Fights Trafficking 2019 resale event from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Hotel Sorella City Centre. Beyond a pop-up, Conscious Couture uses its platform to raise awareness and funding for non-profits fighting sex and labor trafficking and for the freedom and equality for women and girls around the globe.
Shoppers can spend the day shopping deeply discounted luxury brands like Gucci, Chloe, Louboutin, Louis Vuitton and YSL, all 100% authentic and discounted up to 80% off. The event also features motivating Style Boss Panels, celebrating style icon honorees succeeding in fashion, philanthropy and business, who inspire other women to grow successfully. Guests can enjoy fashion demos, shop style bosses’ closets, listen to style icon personal stories and leave empowered by insight from trailblazing women in the fashion industry.
VIP tickets are available and offer brunch and cocktails by International Smoke, Style Boss Panels, signature cocktails, early access shopping and a special gift from 9 a.m to 11 a.m. Personalized shopping, fashion demos and custom style consultations follow from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
A portion of each ticket sale benefits the anti-trafficking efforts of Elijah Rising, a faith-based nonprofit that fights sex trafficking in Houston, provides community education and provides a restorative care program with housing, trauma-informed counseling and a caring community for adult women survivors of sex trafficking and their families.
‘Style. Substance. Global Girl Power’ as their foundation, Conscious Couture believes fashion is one of the truest expressions of a woman's freedom and control of her image. Fashion Against Human Trafficking is one of a series of events held that creates an inspiring atmosphere to shop the personal closets of celebrities and local style influencers while supporting the movement to fight sexual exploitation and supporting the growth of local designers.
Tickets can be purchased at consciouscouture.net/new-events.
Harris County Municipal Management District #1
aka Memorial Management District
The Memorial Management District is issuing a call for participation in the Holiday Decor Installation Proposals in accordance with its established terms (found below). Qualified projects could receive up to 50% reimbursement for actual installation and removal costs. Interested property owners must respond to this notice by November 1, 2019 to be eligible for consideration for the fiscal year 2020 reimbursement. Please send your request and project description to:
Memorial Management District
Attn: Pat Walters
9821 Katy Freeway, Suite 180
Houston, TX 77024
patw@3.214.207.131
Terms for Holiday Decor Agreement
I. Call for Projects
a. At the end of each fiscal year, the Board will determine available funds for holiday decor reimbursement projects for the following fiscal year. Based on the availability of funds, the Board will issue a request to all District property owners for application to the District for holiday projects expected to be completed during the following fiscal year.
b. All applications must be submitted to the District within 30 days of the call for projects issued by the Board.
c. Applicants must respond to the District's notice of award within 30 days indicating owner's intent to participate in the Program for the following fiscal year.
d. The Board will enter into an annual reimbursement agreement with applicants for reimbursement the lesser of fifty percent (50%) or $10 per lineal foot of the actual costs to install and remove holiday decor in the public right of way within the District, subject to all the following criteria:
II. Reimbursement
Upon confirmation by the District’s Executive Director that a holiday lighting project has been completed (including both installation and removal), project owners must submit the following documentation for payment: