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Houston’s position on the Gulf Coast places it within a four-hour drive of Louisiana, but this city’s connection with the Creole State goes much deeper.

The 5 best Cajun restaurants in Houston, according to the locals

by Rebecca Deurlein

| March 31, 2026

Abe’s Cajun Market | cajun food | cajun restaurants | CULTURE | food & drink | food and drink | HTX | HTX-hardgate | LIFESTYLE | Schilleci’s New Orleans Kitchen | The Boot | Treebeards | Viola and Agnes | Zydeco Louisiana Diner
You’ll find perfectly seasoned roux, kicky jambalaya, and fresh seafood singing with spice at these highly rated Cajun restaurants in Houston.
During the Houston Art Car Parade, you’ll have a chance to experience the art car phenomenon in a variety of settings, including a sneak peek, a ball, and a VIP upgrade.

What to know about the 2026 Art Car Parade, Houston’s largest free public event

by Rebecca Deurlein

| March 30, 2026

2026 Houston Art Car Parade | artists | creatives | CULTURE | ENTERTAINMENT | free | free event | Houston Art Car Parade | houston history | HTX | HTX-hardgate | LIFESTYLE | parade | TEXAS HISTORY | Texas Lead Story | THINGS TO DO
Houston’s wildest free event, the Art Car Parade, is back with 250 rolling masterpieces, 315,000 fans, and one unforgettable parade.
Kids can eat free at many restaurants across Houston on certain days of the week.

10 restaurants where kids can eat for free in Houston

by Dorothy Scott

| March 30, 2026

Affordability | Alicia’s Mexican Grille | BuffBurger | Crust Pizza Co. | CULTURE | Del Pueblo Mexican Restaurant | FAMILY | Feges BBQ | HTX | HTX-hardgate | Hungry’s | kids eat free | Kokai Sushi and Lounge | LIFESTYLE | Local Table | The Union Kitchen
Kids can eat free at many restaurants across Houston on certain days of the week. Check out these 10 options, ranging from Mexican food to sushi.
A great lunch can revitalize, re-energize, and provide an opportunity to socialize. And it can do all of that without costing an entire paycheck.

The best lunch deals in Houston for every craving

by Rebecca Deurlein

| March 30, 2026

Brennan’s of Houston | food & drink | food and drink | Four Seasons Hotel Houston | HTX | HTX-hardgate | Izakaya Wa | LIFESTYLE | Luna Pizzeria | lunch deals | Perry’s Steakhouse & Grill | Zanti Cucina Italiana
From a $16 Japanese feast to Friday pork chops, these lunch deals in Houston prove midday dining doesn’t have to break the bank.
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Moody Gardens celebrates first-ever Humboldt penguin hatch

by Sam Cohen

| March 27, 2026

animals | galveston | HOUSTON LEAD STORY | Houston news | HTX | HTX-hardgate
The Moody Gardens Aquarium Pyramid recently hatched three Humboldt penguin chicks for the first time ever. Here’s what you need to know.
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