Sewell Cadillac and Texas Children's Hospital West Campus present a holiday edition of Moonlight Movies for Kids on December 14 at 6 PM. Check out the holiday favorite, How the Grinch Stole Christmas, starring Jim Carrey, screened in the moonlight on the CityCentre plaza.
Come at 6pm to get a spot for your blanket and some popcorn from Sewell Cadillac. The movie begins at 7pm.
As a courtesy, no outside food or beverages are allowed.
Our restaurants offer delicious menu items that can also conveniently be taken to-go. Try a frozen treat from Red Mango or a divine cupcake from Sweet, Asian flavors from Straits, great natural food options from Ruggles, or a little bit of everything from the Yard House.
In a city flush with outstanding Tex-Mex options, Caliente Tex-Mex Restaurant and Wine Bar in Town & Country Village sets itself apart with its commitment to providing fresh food while pushing the culinary envelope and delivering “to-go” that presents like “dine-in”.
Caliente started with simple counter service of a carefully selected menu made with fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. Chris Smith, Caliente's owner and the force behind the menu, says, “We make everything fresh in the house. We don’t have a freezer.” Smith’s goal is to provide farm-to-floor, quality products,sourced in Texas.
Smith got his start working for Pappas Restaurants in college, driving back from A&M on the weekends to wait tables in Houston. After graduating, the history major had his sights on teaching, but his Pappasito’s general manager had different ideas and encouraged him to change his trajectory. Smith gave it a shot and never looked back, working as a manager for five years and a general manager for 17 years.
In 2014, Smith amicably parted ways with his Pappas family to open Caliente. He notes that he’s a culinary guy who’s opened a business not a business guy who’s opened a restaurant. He recalls, “I had about 10 items (on the menu), and these 10 items we were going to do real well.”
In December 2014, Caliente expanded to add a dine-in experience, extensive take-out and catering, and great wholesale wine offerings. Smith says, “The first year you kind of figure out what you want to do. We changed the concept two or three times the first year. The second year you work on that concept. The third year you can focus on the culinary aspect. 'How can I narrow in on getting the food better'”
In its third year, it’s hard to imagine what 'better' looks like on Caliente’s menu. Some of Smith’s favorites include the fajitas served with grilled veggies and serrano peppers and the ribs. A hands-down customer favorite is the sour cream enchiladas. On the menu from day-one, they have had such popularity Smith created a complimentary sour cream fajitas dish. With fresh takes on Tex-Mex classics and fun options like a Salsa Flight, the menu has something for all cravings.
Caliente’s location, in Town & Country Village, fronting onto the Beltway feeder just south of Queensbury, makes it convenient for carry-out and delivery service. Whether dining in or taking away, Caliente focuses on quality presentation. “For our to-go experience, we want the same dining-in experience with...We focus on great plate presentation with quality, microwaveable to-go containers. We try to the be the best at to-go and make it easy for the consumer.” Looking for an easy Tuesday night take-away? Try Caliente’s Tuesday Night Fajitas special.
The wine is something Caliente does a bit differently. They sell high-end wine at cost, offering a variety and selection beyond what can be found in local stores. Smith samples and carefully selects them all and strives to offer wines of value and taste to customers.
What wines is Smith currently drinking? For a white wine, he picks Heritance Sauvignon Blanc out of Napa Valley. He says it’s value all the way: nice, light and crisp, perfect for sipping on hot Houston nights. For a red, the Halter Ranch red Grenache blend is what Smith has on-hand as his own house.
Three years in, Caliente is a mainstay in the community and not just for the fantastic eats and outstanding selections of wines. Caliente frequently sponsors swim teams and neighborhood events, provides concessions for shows at the Queensbury Theatre and hosts fundraisers for SBISD schools like Thornwood, Rummel Creek, Meadowood and Bunker Hill.
As Caliente’s popularity continues to grow, Smith will expand as well. This spring, Smith and a partner will open Pablo’s in Richmond. Pablo’s will offer the same food in a larger setting, with 10,000 square feet of space, two private rooms and a bar.
Nothing says love like thoughtful gifts, a fabulous dinner, or a fun shared experience. The Memorial District has excellent ideas to make your day special for you and your beloved. You will adore the sweet savings, fun dining, and exciting events you can find at District businesses for this Valentine’s Day.
The Valentine’s Day menu at The Rouxpour at Memorial City is set to impress. The showstopper might be the filet mignon topped with Creole mustard butter, jalapeno-bacon-wrapped crab stuffed shrimp with Balsamic glazed Brussels sprouts, and charred loaded potato cake. Be sure to make a reservation.
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If your partner is a meat lover and you plan to cook at home, check out the customizable Valentine’s Day menu at Omaha Steaks. Get tender steaks and premium seafood, easy but delicious sides, fancy desserts and more.
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If you are looking for something more casual, say I love you or “te amo” to your partner with Mexican food at Pappasito’s Cantina in the Memorial District. The fun atmosphere is always a great way to make any celebration special.
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Tell your Valentine that your love is timeless with a special selection from Fossil. Use this link to check out beautiful suggestions in their curated Valentine's Day gallery.
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Does your sweetheart have a favorite cologne or perfume? Sephora gift cards are always a great way to show someone how much you love them even if you aren't exactly sure what to pick up for them. But remember that Sephora associates are very knowledgeable about the products, so they might be able to help you choose just the right products to surprise your sweetie.
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Your sweetheart will adore a special card or gift you make with the help of Paper Source shops in the Memorial District. Unleash your creative side and make a gift that is extra special. Check out some of our favorite items below.
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Who doesn’t love jewelry on Valentine's Day? Texas’ most famous jeweler has something special for everyone. James Avery Artisan Jewelers has adorable heart-shaped jewelry you can wear on Valentine’s Day or anytime of year. Plus, they have laugh-out-loud yet fancy charms for your love’s bracelet. For example, check out the taco charm to say you love them more than tacos or the pizza charm to let them know they have a pizza your heart.
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For fabulous fine jewelry finds, get 30% to 50% off jewelry through February 14 at Donna Jewelry at Town and Country Village.
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Be sure to look through the Valentine’s Day shop from Anthropologie to find unique gifts you won’t find anywhere else. For example, pair the sweet champagne flutes in the tweet below with your favorite bubbly.
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Looking for a romantic getaway but wanting to stay close to home? The Moran has two gorgeous deals on offer for Valentine’s Days. First, try the getaway deal, the Romance Package, available the weekend of February 11 to 13. This deal includes a guest room along with bottle of bubbles and chocolate-covered strawberries on February 14. Then, the romantic Valentine’s Day Dinner For 2 Package includes a room and a 3-course dinner at Radio Milano!
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Take a fun sushi rolling class with your sweetheart at RA Sushi CITYCENTRE on Wednesday, February 9 at 7:30 p.m. You and your date will learn how to make the restaurant's crowd favorite, the Soy Crazy for You Roll, and you will also have a chance to make other menu items, like the Rainbow Roll and Tuna Nigiri, while you sip on varieties of sake. Clear here to sign up.
Then, on February 12 from noon to 4 p.m., Social Status will host a pop-up event with JU+ Design all about expressing heartfelt sentiments through handwritten love.
Next, check out the Pre-Valentine's Day Battle of the Sexes Comedy Show at Studio Movie Grill CITYCENTRE on Saturday, February 12 from 6:30–11 p.m. This annual event showcases comics from network television shows like NBC’S “America’s Got Talent” and “Last Comic Standing,” ABC’S “Fresh off the Boat,” BET’S “Comic View,” Fox’s “The Real,” Comedy Central’s “Live at Gotham” “Standup Revolution” and “Kevin Hart Presents: Hart of the City”. This year, the event features Keisha Hunt, Rodney Bigham, Dusti Rhodes, Alan Adams, Netra MsAlready, and Rich Williams. Learn more here.
We hope you LOVE every bit of your Valentine’s Day experience with help from our Memorial District restaurants and shops! 💕
Black Friday is the biggest shopping day of the year and if you are venturing out to hit the holiday sales, you don’t have to go further than the Memorial District. Shops small and large abound with just about everything you could want. Check our retail directory to find those ideal gift and cash in on those holiday deals.
Parking can be a bit stressful, but here are resources to help you through the day. Here’s the parking options at City Centre. At Memorial City Mall they’ve put together this great holiday guide to help you maximize your efficiency at the mall.
Whether you are at the shopping centers or at individual stores, remember to pack your patience and be courteous. Happy shopping!
Chuy's, a favorite Tex-Mex restaurant, has arrived in the District! Located at Bunker Hill and Beltway 8 in the Village Plaza shopping center, Chuy’s offers classic refreshing margaritas, delectable chips and dips ad so much more.
Drop in for an always-festive happy hour, which starts at 4 p.m. and indulge in chips and all sorts of dip, including chile con queso, chunky tomato salsa and white sauce. You can get half off margaritas and beer during happy hour. You also may want to try Chuy’s special Texas Martini.
Pair a frozen margarita with Chuy’s special nachos, which come with guacamole and pico de gallo, or order the appetizer plate that offers a little bit of everything if you can’t make up your mind.
Tasty menu favorites include tacos al carbon made with fajita chicken or beef, stacked enchiladas made with blue corn tortillas, and chicken smothered in tomatillo sauce. Custom enchiladas also can be ordered with any kind of meat (or without meat) and you can select from seven salsas. The tomatillo and hatch green chili salsas are all-time favorites, perfect for a spicy kick.
And, don’t forget about Chuy’s amazing fajitas. The key to juicy, tender fajitas rest in the marinating process which includes Shiner Bock beer, lime juice and secret spices.
Chuy’s has dishes for everyone, including kids who can choose items such as chicken nuggets and cheeseburgers. Top off dinner or lunch with some yummy sopapillas that can be dipped in sweet honey.
Head on out and check out the new Chuy’s on Bunker Hill and give them the Memorial District welcome!