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  • Denver brewery closed, seized due to unpaid taxes

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    A Denver brewery known as a hub for the Latino community closed suddenly this week after city officials seized the property’s assets due to unpaid back taxes.

    Raíces Brewing Co. in Lincoln Park owed $98,703 in sales and personal property taxes, according to a distraint warrant issued by the city. The business closed on Wednesday when the warrant was issued.

    Brewery CEO José Beteta was not immediately available to comment on the circumstances, but a detailed goodbye note on Raíces’ website states the company had been working with the city for about a year to establish a payment plan for the taxes. The company blamed “a series of unexpected charges” issued by the city that it said are related to what’s called a business personal property tax. That’s essentially a tax on whatever assets a business owns.

    The note alleged that Raices had “never received prior billing notices” and that all invoices dating back to 2019 “arrived together in 2024, already including years of interest and penalties — despite our lack of prior information.”

    However, city spokesperson Laura Swartz said in a statement that the personal property taxes owed only amounted to $10,765, or about 10% of the business’s total outstanding balance. Raices owed nearly $69,000 in sales tax and about $30,000 for penalties and interest, she said.

    “It’s unfortunate that this situation has gotten to this point. We want Denver’s businesses to succeed and that means offering the best customer service we can to them,” Swartz said. “Before issuing a warrant, we attempt to reach the business by phone, mail, email, and in person to both collect the sales tax and ensure they can continue to operate. As Raices has noted, the city has attempted to work with them for years, including on a payment plan that was not fulfilled.”

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  • This Week in Houston Food Events: From Philly to Pearland (with Plenty of Tacos in Between) – Houston Press

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    Here’s a look at this week’s hottest culinary happenings:

    Monday, October 6

    Bas’s Cheesesteaks Pop-Up at Burger Bodega

    Burger Bogega chef-owner Abbas Dhanani is serving up his take on the Philly classic, featuring halal ribeye piled into seeded hoagie rolls with a choice of toppings, at his Bas’s Cheesesteaks pop-up at Burger Bodega, 4520 Washington, beginning at 6 p.m. until sold out. Orders open for pre-sale Fridays at 3 p.m. with link coming via Instagram @basscheesesteaks for pre-order pickups beginning at 5 p.m. 

    Tuesday, October 7

    Taco Day Deal at The Little Taco Shop

    The Little Taco Shop, 3411 Kirby, will celebrate National Taco Day with discounted tacos and cocktails all day long. Guests can enjoy $3 tacos all day and take advantage of buy-one, get-one frozen margaritas and canned cocktails, including house margarita, paloma, blue lychee, and pink guava flavors. thelittletacoshop.com 

    Wednesday, October 8

    Backstreet Cafe Anniversary Dinner at Hugo’s

    Backstreet Cafe will host its 42nd Anniversary Pop-up Wine Dinner at Hugo’s, 1600 Westheimer, kicking off with a passed bites reception at 6 p.m., followed by a four-course dinner from chefs Hugo and Ruben Ortega paired with acclaimed Sonoma wines from Kosta Browne, known for its expressive Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays. Tickets are $140++. 

    Taste America at The Post Oak Hotel

    James Beard Foundation will host its Taste America walk-around tasting at The Post Oak Hotel, 1600 West Loop South, featuring more than 20 Houston chefs, including TasteTwenty honoree Ope Amosu of ChòpnBlọk. Beginning at 7 p.m. (6 p.m. VIP), guests can enjoy bites like African Palm Butter Chicken, Tuna Tiradito, Coconut-Vanilla Bean Flan, and Pad Thai–Oatmeal Fluffernutter while enjoying beverages and activations from national and local sponsors. Tickets start at $175 and benefit the James Beard Foundation’s mission to support independent restaurants and the broader food system. 

    Thursday, October 9

    Angel’s Envy Dinner at The Annie Café & Bar

    Guests are invited to an upscale dinner pairing featuring food and bourbon in celebration of Angel’s Envy at The Annie Cafe & Bar, 1600 Post Oak, beginning at 7 p.m. 

    Friday, October 10

    Jane’s Dine Inn at Jane and the Lion Bakehouse

    Chef Jane Wild continues her monthly supper series Jane’s Dine Inn, celebrating seasonal flavors with an intimate, five-course, family-style Harvest Moon Dinner at Jane and the Lion Bakehouse,  4721 North Main. The evening begins with a cocktail hour at 6 p.m., followed by the seated supper at 7 p.m. Tickets are $111 per person, gratuity included. 

    Saturday, October 11

    Houston International Festival

    The Houston International Festival is taking place at 2509 Alabama, held from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m., bringing together global flavors, live bands and DJ sets across multiple genres, family-friendly activities, cultural performances, pop-up art displays and an exclusive VIP section with premium seating. Tickets are $10 GA (free for kids) and $50 VIP. 

    Oktoberfes at Biggio’s

    Biggio’s, 1777 Walker, is bringing Bavarian celebrations downtown with an Oktoberfest bash featuring seasonal bites from the kitchen and brews from Saint Arnold, Karbach, Eureka Heights and more. Admission is free—just bring your beer stein spirit from 12:30 to 4 p.m. 

    All month long

    Black Lagoon Pop-Up at Nickel City

    Spooky season means that Nickel City, 2910 McKinney, will once again transform into acclaimed Halloween pop-up Black Lagoon, rocking a darkly immersive atmosphere and brand-new cocktail menu from October 1–31. https://blacklagoonpopup.com/ 

    Pearland Restaurant Weeks

    All October long, Pearland Restaurant Weeks is offering curated two-course menus at participating spots (breakfast/lunch $20, dinner $35), and with every meal, restaurants donate to the Pearland Neighborhood Center.

    New and ongoing specials

    Tasting Series at Caracol

    Caracol, 2200 Post Oak, continues its tasting menu series, as chef Hugo Ortega and team take guests to Tabasco now through November 1. Expect food that reflect’s the region’s fertile land and waterways: robalo a la tabasqueña, grilled pejelagarto, river shrimp and tamales with chipilín. The four-course menu runs $75 per person plus tax and gratuity, with an optional beverage pairing for $36.

    Pan de Muerto at URBE 

    In honor of Día de los Muertos, URBE, 1101 Uptown Park, is offering handmade pan de muerto from Wednesday, October 1 through Sunday, November 2. Baked from scratch in URBE’s on-site bakery, the sweet bread is available at the restaurant on Saturdays or in large to-go orders. Regular pan de muerto is $4.50 each ($25 for half-dozen, $50 per dozen), and cream-filled is $7 each ($40 for half-dozen, $80 per dozen). Large orders can be placed via URBE’s catering page with two days’ notice.

    This article appears in Jan 1 – Dec 31, 2025.

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  • This Unexpected Brand Just Beat Out Budweiser, Modelo, and Coors for America’s Favorite Beer

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    “Light and refreshing.”
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  • This Week in Houston Food Events: A Chef Battle, Wine Walk and New Macro-Friendly Menu – Houston Press

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    All week long

    Fall Wine Dinner at Liberty Kitchen & Oysterette

    Liberty Kitchen & Oysterette, 4224 San Felipe, 963 Bunker Hill, is celebrating fall with a special three-course wine dinner paired with pours from Reynolds Family Winery, available through Sunday, October 5. Seasonal highlights Hokkaido scallops, Alaskan halibut, and an Autumn Empress cocktail.

    Monday, September 29

    Borrowed Goods Pop-Up at Third Place

    Third Place, 420 East 20th, will host Diane and Willet Feng of Burger Chan for a one-day pop-up of their Borrowed Goods concept, this time, featuring coconut curry beef rendang lasagna and and fresh spinach lasagna. Pop in to get a taste from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

    Tuesday, September 30

    National Olive Oil Day at Craft Pita

    Craft Pita, 1920 Fountain View, 5172 Buffalo Speedway, is honoring National Olive Oil Day with a buy-one-get-one-half-off special on its imported Lebanese extra virgin olive oil.

    Wednesday, October 1

    Chef Battle Royale at Lombardi Cucina Italiana

    Lombardi Family Concepts will host its second annual Chef Battle Royale with head-to-head competitions at two Houston restaurants, with two nights each offering a five-course menu, side-by-side tastings paired with Noble Wine and voting to crown the evening’s winner. On Wednesday, October 1, diners can experience the culinary showdown at Lombardi Cucina Italiana, 1745 Post Oak, and on October 22 at Toulouse Café and Bar, 2180 West Gray, where executive chefs Mauro Gianinazzi and Emmanuel Hodencq will swap cuisines to tackle each other’s specialties. Tickets are $250++ per person.

    Thursday, October 2

    Two-Year Birthday Bash at Balboa Surf Club

    Uptown’s coastal-inspired Balboa Surf Club, 1753 Post Oak Boulevard, celebrates two years with a one-day oyster special. Guests can score $2 oysters by the half-dozen, choosing from shucked-to-order North Atlantic oysters on the half shell or crispy oysters with Flower Street vinaigrette and lemon. The deal runs all day.

    Saturday, October 4

    PAWZtober Fest at The Original Ninfa’s Uptown

    Folks are invited to PAWZtober Fest at The Original Ninfa’s Uptown, 1700 Post Oak, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. The free Tex-Mex fundraiser benefits Lone Star Pawz, a local animal rescue for cats and dogs; and guests can enjoy live music from The Guzzlers, raffle prizes including Houston Texans and Astros tickets, and 20 percent off their meal with a raffle ticket purchase.

    H-E-B Wine Walk at The Woodlands Resort

    The 21st annual H-E-B Wine Walk hits The Woodlands Resort, 2301 North Millbend, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., featuring more than 50 wine tasting tents, 40 craft beers and dozens of culinary offerings from top local restaurants and chefs. Tickets start at $79 for general admission.

    All month long (October)

    Black Lagoon Pop-Up at Nickel City

    Spooky season means that Nickel City, 2910 McKinney, will once again transform into acclaimed Halloween pop-up Black Lagoon, rocking a darkly immersive atmosphere and brand-new cocktail menu from October 1–31.

    New and ongoing specials

    Low-Calorie Menus at Best Regards

    Best Regards, 222 West 11th, debuted its new low-calorie cocktail and food menus, created in partnership with former Houston Texans nutritionist Jacob Mertens and private chef Andre Nieves. Highlights include macro-friendly dishes like Empanadas, Shrimp Campechana and Carne Asada Fried Rice alongside low-cal cocktails including the Frozen Assets (116 calories) and Paloma Payoff (105 calories).

    Weekday Lunch at Mayahuel

    Mayahuel, 811 Buffalo Park Dr. Suite 130, will debut weekday lunch service beginning Wednesday, October 1, available Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Chef Luis Robledo Richards brings a modern Mexican approach to midday dining with dishes like tortilla soup in a tomato-ancho broth, cochinita torta, and chicken milanese, plus a rotating prix-fixe menu featuring a starter, dessert, and a taco trilogy based on fresh market finds.

    Pan de Muerto at URBE

    In honor of Día de los Muertos, URBE, 1101 Uptown Park, is offering handmade pan de muerto from Wednesday, October 1 through Sunday, November 2. Baked from scratch in URBE’s on-site bakery, the sweet bread is available at the restaurant on Saturdays or in large to-go orders. Regular pan de muerto is $4.50 each ($25 for half-dozen, $50 per dozen), and cream-filled is $7 each ($40 for half-dozen, $80 per dozen). Large orders can be placed via URBE’s catering page with two days’ notice.

    This article appears in Jan 1 – Dec 31, 2025.

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  • Iron Hill Brewery abruptly closes all 16 of its brewpubs

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    Iron Hill Brewery said Thursday morning that it has abruptly closed all 16 of its gastropubs. 

    The local chain gave no reason for the shuttering in its social media post announcing the decision, but it reportedly told its staff that it had filed for bankruptcy, according to Breweries in Pennsylvania. A few week ago, it closed three other locations in Chestnut Hill, Voorhees and Newark, Delaware. It appears to be a hasty move, as the company had been in the midst of hosting Oktoberfest programming planned for September and October. 

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    “It’s been our pleasure to serve you, and we are deeply grateful for your support, friendship, and loyalty over the years,” the company wrote. “We sincerely hope to return in the future, and when we do, we promise to welcome you with open arms.” 

    An email with the same message was reportedly sent to customers. 

    The brewery was founded in Newark, Delaware, in 1996 by Kevin Finn, Mark Edelson and Kevin Davies and eventually spread into the Philadelphia area, surrounding suburbs and they even had an Atlanta location. 

    However, it seemed to be struggling in recent years, closing its Ardmore and Phoenixville locations in October 2024 and three other locations on Sept. 10 “as part of the company’s ongoing efforts to adapt to a changing business landscape.” 

    In 2020, Iron Hill began canning some of its brews. The following year, it opened its first fast-casual concept, the Iron Hill Brewery TapHouse, in Exton. 

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  • As Dock Street turns 40, here’s how it grew from a countercultural idea into the oldest craft brewery in Philly

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    Before Rosemarie Certo co-founded Dock Street Brewing Co., she was a beer drinker. And when she searched for American brews in the 1980s, all she found was “a sea of bland beers.”

    The stuff she’d tried on trips to Europe – back when you could travel England or Germany for “$5 a day,” she remembered – tasted much better. Her favorite was Bass Pale Ale, a classic British beer known for its full-bodied, nutty profile. Her then-husband Jeffrey Ware preferred the crisp Czech brew Pilsner Urquell. So when he brought a brewing kit home one day, the couple landed on the idea of bringing the same level of quality and character they’d found abroad to Philadelphia.

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    Their resulting brainchild, Dock Street, launched in 1985. It’s now an award-winning craft brewery and the oldest in the city, poised to celebrate its 40th anniversary this month. The couple’s early arrival on the scene put them in a class of pioneering beermakers, of which Certo was one of the few women, who sought to reinvent the ales and lagers available in the United States.

    “I think all of us were a product of a counterculture environment and wanting to make America really different than it was,” Certo said. “We wanted to go back to our handcrafted roots.” 

    It also provided her a roadmap for her future. Certo had grown restless teaching high school English and already pivoted careers once, to corporate and commercial photography. Though she had no background in business – she had studied literature and philosophy at Penn State University and photography at Moore College of Art & Design – her Sicilian family had been olive oil and wine merchants. She was confident she could make the leap. Ware, a sculptor, was less sure.

    “My partner said, well, none of us have studied business,” Certo remembered. “And I said, well, your grandparents came from Russia, and they started a clothing factory. They never did that before. My family used to make wine and olive oil. So we’ll make beer in the USA.”

    They took their name from the Old City seaport district where beer flowed in the 1700s, incorporating sailors, ships and anchors into their branding The early days involved a lot of convincing. Certo recalled persuading customers “one by one” that a case of Dock Street beer was worth buying over an import. Eventually, she and Ware had made enough converts to open a brewpub at 2 Logan Square. Dock Street was one of the largest craft breweries by the 1990s, producing over 28,000 barrels of beer each year and distributing in 26 states. 

    But then, Dock Street changed hands. Ware and Certo – who maintains she never wanted to give up the brewery – sold the label to Poor Henry’s Brewery & Restaurant in 1998.

    “I was totally, totally lost,” Certo said. “I had no identity. … And I know we took a trip to Sicily and were there for six weeks, for a month and a half trying to forget and trying to start a new life.”

    She took Dock Street back in 2002 after Poor Henry’s folded. The brewpub in Center City was long gone, so to relaunch the brand, Certo turned to F.X. Matt Brewing Co., where she and Ware had started contract brewing their beers back in 1985. She sold bottles at Pizza Rustica, the wood-fired pizzeria at 36th and Chestnut streets she had started in Dock Street’s absence. Then, in 2007, she opened a new Dock Street hub in a former firehouse in West Philadelphia. Pizza Rustica shuttered in the process, but Certo brought a wood-fired oven over to the brewpub and kept making pies.

    That location has also since closed, but Dock Street now boasts a 10,500 square-foot production facility and beer hall in Point Breeze and a tasting room in Fishtown. In its four decades of life, the brewery has pumped out numerous eye-catching beers – including an “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia”-inspired milk stout, a pale ale made with the help of a drone and a “wedding beer” available exclusively for nuptials and Valentine’s Day. But Dock Street has also continued to pour the amber ale and Bohemian Pilsner from its ’80s lineup – and will proudly serve them yet again at the brewery’s 40th anniversary block party Saturday, Sept. 27, in Point Breeze. The festivities will also feature a limited-edition can release, line dancing and bounce house.

    As the brand approaches this milestone birthday, Certo is thinking about retirement. Her daughter, Dock Street vice president Renata Vesey, is ready to take over when the time comes. But even after 40 years at the helm, Certo admits it’s hard to imagine life without her trailblazing craft brewery.

    “I probably will always have my foot in the door because I’m a workaholic,” she said. “And I have always said that I can’t imagine what retired people do. … My work is really my passion. And I could honestly say that that probably holds true for every craft brewer. Because there’s definitely a lot easier ways to make money.”

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  • This Week in Houston Food Events: Birthday Shakes, Dine Inn Feasts and Oktoberfest Fun Await

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    Here’s a look at this week’s hottest culinary happenings:

    Monday–Tuesday

    Cooking Class and Dinner with Chef Eric Cook at Brennan’s

    Brennan’s of Houston, 3300 Smith, welcomes celebrated New Orleans chef, combat veteran and cookbook author Eric Cook for two high-energy cooking classes from 6:30 to 10 p.m. Each session includes a live demo and three-course dinner inspired by Cook’s Modern Creole cookbook, showcasing bold twists on classic Creole flavors. Tickets are $95, with optional add-ons including a $45 wine pairing or a $35 signed cookbook.

    Monday–Thursday

    30th Anniversary Celebration at Dessert Gallery Bakery & Cafe

    Dessert Gallery Bakery & Cafe, 3600 Kirby Dr., continues its month-long 30th anniversary celebration with a sweet throwback. From September 8–11, the first 30 guests to purchase a slice of the bakery’s classic Carrot Cake can snag it at the original 1995 price of $4.95. The deal is part of Dessert Gallery’s nostalgic lineup of birthday specials running all month long.

    Thursday, September 11

    The Tailgate at 8th Wonder

    CultureMap Houston hosts The Tailgate at 8th Wonder, 2202 Dallas, for an evening of food, drinks and game-day fun. Tickets are $35 GA and $60 VIP. The fun kicks off at 7 p.m.

    Thursday Night Football Bingo at The Kid

    The Kid, 1223 West 34th, is spicing up Thursday night football with Bingo on the patio, sponsored by Jack Daniels. Guests can play along during the game for a chance to win fun Jack Daniels prizes while enjoying $11 burgers and tots after 7 p.m. on Thursdays.

    Friday, September 12

    Jane’s Bakehouse Dine Inn at Jane and the Lion Bakehouse

    Jane and the Lion Bakehouse, 4721 North Main, re-launches its intimate supper series with the first Jane’s Bakehouse Dine Inn of the season. Guests can enjoy a five-course, family-style feast celebrating late summer’s bounty, crafted in collaboration with Whitehurst Farm. The evening begins with cocktail hour at 6 p.m. and dinner at 7 p.m. Tickets are $111 per person, inclusive of gratuity, with optional beverage pairings available.

    Great Cycle Challenge Fundraiser Dinner at Georgia James

    Georgia James, 5750 Westheimer, is hosting a special dinner in support of the 2025 Great Cycle Challenge USA, benefitting the Children’s Cancer Research Fund. On September 12, 10 percent of all food sales will be donated to support research and improved treatments for childhood cancer. Guests can enjoy a memorable dining experience while contributing to a meaningful cause.

    Saturday, September 13

    First Anniversary at Buttermilk Baby

    Buttermilk Baby, 600 North Shepherd Drive, Suite 250, is celebrating its first anniversary with an afternoon of giveaways, sweet treats and family-friendly activities from 3 to 5 p.m. Guests can enjoy free logoed balloons for kids, a birthday-themed coloring table, complimentary Carvel ice cream cake samples, a special appearance by Fudgie the Whale, face painting, balloon twisting and a chance to win Buttermilk Baby for a Year. Plus, throughout September, a limited-time Birthday Cake Shake is available.

    Oktoberfest at Little Woodrow’s EaDo

    Little Woodrow’s EaDo, 801 St Emanuel Street, invites guests to Oktoberfest fun at 3 p.m. Competitions include stein hoisting, where participants hold a liter of beer straight out for as long as possible to win prizes, and dog lovers can register their dachshunds for the Dachtoberfest Weiner Dog Races.

    Sunday, September 14

    Oktoberfest at Little Woodrow’s Rice Village

    Little Woodrow’s Rice Village, 5611 Morningside Drive, hosts Oktoberfest celebrations at 6 p.m. Guests can compete in stein hoisting for cash prizes, gift cards, and Samuel Adams steins and dachshunds can race in the Dachtoberfest Weiner Dog Races.

    All weekend long

    Fiestas Patrias at URBE

    Folks can celebrate Fiestas Patrias (Mexican Independence Day) with $10 red, white and green margaritas at URBE, 1101 Uptown Park, from September 12–16. The restaurant is also hosting a ticketed Fiesta ($55) on Saturday, September 13 from 7 to 11 p.m., with Mexican street food, desserts, agave cocktails,and entertainment including folk dancing, live mariachi and a DJ.

    All month long

    Two Dine for $99 at Brennan’s

    Brennan’s, 3300 Smith, is bringing back its Three-Course, Two Dine for $99 experience all September long. Guests can start with Snapping Turtle Soup or Shrimp Rémoulade, then choose entrees like Petite Filet Oscar, Gulf Shrimp & Grits or Eggs Brennan before finishing with Mississippi Mud Pie, Bananas Foster or Creole Bread Pudding Soufflé (+$5). Select wines are specially priced at $9/glass or $30/bottle. Reserve online or call 713-522-9711 and mention “Two Dine for $99.”

    Chiles en Nogada at Hugo’s

    Hugo’s, 1600 Westheimer, is celebrating walnut and pomegranate season with its annual Chiles en Nogada, served throughout September only. Representing the colors of the Mexican flag, the festive Puebla-born dish features poblano peppers stuffed with pork, apples, pears, peaches, plantains, almonds and raisins, topped with creamy walnut sauce and garnished with pomegranate seeds and parsley. The special includes two peppers with rice for $29.

    Taco Tuesday Bash at Fish Company Taco

    Fish Company Taco, 1914 23rd, is celebrating one year under its new ownership with a Taco Tuesday bash. Guests can enjoy all-day happy hour pricing, retail swag, gift card raffles, a festive photo wall and social media-driven giveaways.

    Hunger Action Month

    Houston Food Bank and partner agencies mark September as Hunger Action Month, with Wednesday, September 10 designated as Hunger Action Day 2025. This year’s theme, What Does Home Mean to You, highlights how safe, affordable housing supports food security, with opportunities to advocate, volunteer, and donate throughout the month. From Operation: Hunger Relief competitions to SNAP Challenges and voter registration drives, Houstonians can take part in hands-on activities and special events to help reduce food insecurity across the region.

    Farm-to-Table Specials at River Oaks Shopping Center

    The River Oaks Shopping Center is teaming up with Urban Harvest Farmers Market for limited-edition dishes at Brasserie 19, Goode Co. Kitchen & Cantina, Zanti Cucina Italiana and Leo’s River Oaks, running all September long. Highlights include grilled tri-tip with mushroom- and goat cheese-stuffed tomato at Brasserie 19, Mexico City–style mushroom quesadillas at Goode Co., ricotta-stuffed cannelloni and dessert cannoli at Zanti, and heirloom tomato cocktails and tarts at Leo’s. Ten percent of sales from these farm-to-table creations benefit Urban Harvest’s local food-access initiatives.

    New and ongoing specials

    Passport Germany at Central Market

    Central Market, 3815 Westheimer, brings the flavors of Germany to Texas with its in-store Passport Germany event. Guests can enjoy tasting strolls, cooking classes, and a wide range of German specialties, from sausages, Frikadelle, Rouladen and Currywurst to pretzels, marzipan pigs, seasonal wines and sodas. Festive pumpkin displays and desserts like Apple Torte and Bee Sting Cake round out the two-week celebration.

    Bernie’s Burger Bus at PINCHO

    Five years after closing, Bernie’ Burger Bus brings its fan favorites back for a limited-time collaboration with PINCHO. Now through October 5, alll Houston PINCHO locations will serve reimagined Bernie’s classics, including The Bernie’s Burger, Honor Roll fries and the Cookie Butter Milkshake. A portion of proceeds benefits the Periwinkle Foundation.

    Rosh Hashana at Kenny & Ziggy’s

    Kenny & Ziggy’s, 1743 Post Oak, is ready to help folks celebrate the High Holidays with a traditional prix-fixe Erev Yom Tov menu ($259, feeds four to six). The package features soup, matzo balls, chopped liver, tzimmes, a large Challah, and main courses like prime Angus brisket, apricot-roasted chicken or stuffed cabbage, plus sides, kugels and desserts. Orders must be placed by 5 p.m. Monday, September 15, and picked up by 5 p.m. Sunday, September 21, or 2 p.m. Monday, September 22. The deli also offers a la carte and catering. 

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  • Aryna Sabalenka says tequila makes her ‘feel great,’ though experts say it’s not a hangover elixir

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    A top tennis star said she “feels great” after drinking tequila, but health experts say to take that not with a squeeze of lime, but a grain of salt.

    Aryna Sabalenka, the world’s No. 1-ranked women’s tennis player and reigning U.S. Open champion, recently told Air Mail magazine that tequila is “much better on the body.”

    Sabalenka, a brand ambassador for Maestro Dobel, the official tequila sponsor of the U.S. Open, said she prefers reposado tequila, which is barrel-aged and known for its smooth, mellow flavor.

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    “You just sip it as a whiskey or Cognac, but it has a better taste, and the next day you feel great,” the Belarusian player told the outlet.

    Sabalenka has joined a growing list of athletes and celebrities – including Mark Wahlberg, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, LeBron James and Michael Jordan – who have endorsed or launched tequila brands, helping reposition the spirit as a “cleaner,” wellness-friendly drink.

    Aryna Sabalenka serves as a global brand ambassador for Maestro Dobel Tequila, which is also the official tequila of the U.S. Open. (Anna Webber/Getty Images for Maestro Dobel Tequila)

    There might be something to the buzz, industry insiders say.

    “We hear it constantly: Tequila makes people feel lighter, less weighed-down and more energized compared to other liquors,” Jon-Paul Fortunati, the Los Angeles-based CEO of Cazcanes Tequila, told Fox News Digital. 

    “Additive-free, carefully distilled tequila will almost always deliver a cleaner experience than spirits that rely on sweeteners or shortcuts.”

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    Younger drinkers are driving this shift, Fortunati said, choosing tequila because it feels “both celebratory and mindful.”

    Brent Hocking, founder of Tequila Purisima, said tequila also stands out for the transparency of its ingredients. 

    A woman holds a shot of tequila as two friends with shots of tequila stand in the background.

    Younger drinkers are choosing tequila because it feels “both celebratory and mindful.” (iStock)

    “Among spirits, tequila — especially additive-free tequila made from 100% Blue Weber agave — offers a level of clarity that’s increasingly rare,” he told Fox News Digital.

    But not all bottles qualify. Many mass-market tequilas contain sweeteners, coloring agents or glycerin to mask shortcuts in production, Hocking warned.

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    “There’s something to be said for ritual and moderation,” he said. “In traditional settings, tequila is sipped, not shot. It’s often shared slowly, with food and conversation. That pacing matters.”

    Pure tequila made from 100% pure agave, sipped as Sabalenka does, may be better tolerated by the body, some experts say.

    Tequila shots seen next to lime wedges

    Pure tequila is made from 100% agave. (iStock)

    “It’s naturally lower in sugar and doesn’t contain additives, which might make it easier on your body compared to sugary cocktails or heavily processed liquors,” Lauren Manaker, a registered dietitian based in South Carolina, previously told Fox News Digital.

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    But Manaker stressed that no booze is truly “hangover-proof” and all alcohol, regardless of type, is classified as a Group 1 carcinogen by the World Health Organization’s (WHO) International Agency for Research on Cancer. 

    The WHO and other global health bodies have said that no amount of alcohol is beneficial for health – and even light drinking carries risks.

    Aryna Sabalenka returns a shot in the 2025 U.S. Open.

    Aryna Sabalenka said tequila makes her “feel great.” (Ishika Samant/Getty Images)

    Part of tequila’s reputation comes from its chemistry. Like vodka and rum, it’s a clear spirit with relatively fewer congeners – the chemical byproducts of fermentation and aging that can intensify hangovers – than darker liquors such as bourbon or brandy.

    “Drink enough and a hangover will come no matter the purity.”

    But ultimately, congeners aren’t the main culprit.

    “Ethanol is ethanol,” Dr. Michael Genovese, chief medical advisor at Ascendant New York in New York City, told Fox News Digital. “Drink enough and a hangover will come no matter the purity.”

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    Genetics, biology, hydration levels and muscle mass all affect how a person reacts to alcohol, Genovese added. 

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    Experts warn that alcohol can hinder sleep, performance and muscle repair, even for elite athletes like Sabalenka. (Anna Webber/Getty Images for Maestro Dobel Tequila)

    “This can explain why one person swears tequila gives them the cleanest buzz while another insists it wrecks them.”

    Not everyone can expect to feel the same way Sabalenka does after a night out, he added. 

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    “Her muscle mass dilutes alcohol’s effects, her hydration and recovery habits blunt hangover severity, and tequila itself – when it’s high quality – has fewer congeners, adding to the effect,” he said. 

    Even high-quality alcohol still interferes with sleep, performance, muscle repair and hydration, Genovese said. It may also increase inflammation and stress hormones, which for athletes can mean slower recovery, reduced performance and a higher risk of injury.

    “The bottom line is, tequila is not a health drink.”

    Recent studies underscore that. A randomized trial published in the journal PLOS ONE found that drinking alcohol after strenuous exercise significantly reduced muscle protein synthesis — even when paired with protein intake — blunting the body’s ability to repair and build muscle.

    Other research has linked post-exercise drinking to impaired recovery and, over time, greater risk of muscle loss.

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    “The bottom line is, tequila is not a health drink. It’s just a relatively cleaner alcohol option compared to some others,” Genovese said.

    Fox News Digital reached out to Sabalenka’s team for additional comment.

    Fox News Digital’s Andrea Margolis contributed reporting.

    Deirdre Bardolf is a lifestyle writer with Fox News Digital.

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  • This Week in Houston Food Events: Girl Dinners, Whiskey Pairings and Farm-to-Table Eats

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    Monday, September 1

    Labor Day Brunch

    This Labor Day, Haywire brings Hill Country flair to brunch with Wagyu Pastrami Hash, Cinnamon-Orange Pancakes, and Barbacoa Chilaquiles, featured until 3 p.m.
    Mexican Sugar is serving Latin-inspired Labor Day brunch with dishes like Vanilla Cinnamon Pancakes and Steak & Eggs, accompanied by handcrafted cocktails, served until 3 p.m.
    At Sixty Vines, you can escape to wine country with vineyard-style dining, shared plates like Orange Morning Bread and Spanish Albondigas, and a BYO Mimosa Bar from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
    Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar will feature its new brunch menu until 3 p.m., with fresh dishes like B.L.T. Toast, Steak Hash, and Deviled Eggs with a Bloody Mary twist.

    Run Club and Parking Lot Party at Hotel Saint Augustine

    Folks can join chef Aaron Bludorn (Perseid) and Loose Lace Run Club for a two-mile, all-levels neighborhood run at 9 a.m. After the run, head back to the Hotel Saint Augustine for a parking lot social with coffee, Perseid bites, DJ tunes, HOKA demos, cold plunges, mini massages, barber cuts and a Pilates stretch (BYO mat). A special Monday brunch at Perseid follows, with reservations recommended.

    Tuesday, September 2–Tuesday, September 30

    Farm-to-Table Specials at River Oaks Shopping Center

    The River Oaks Shopping Center is teaming up with Urban Harvest Farmers Market for limited-edition dishes at Brasserie 19, Goode Co. Kitchen & Cantina, Zanti Cucina Italiana and Leo’s River Oaks, kicking off September 2 and running all month long. Highlights include grilled tri-tip with mushroom- and goat cheese-stuffed tomato at Brasserie 19, Mexico City–style mushroom quesadillas at Goode Co., ricotta-stuffed cannelloni and dessert cannoli at Zanti, and heirloom tomato cocktails and tarts at Leo’s. Ten percent of sales from these farm-to-table creations benefit Urban Harvest’s local food-access initiatives.

    Thursday, September 4

    El Bolillo Bakery Turns 27

    Celebrate more than a quarter-century of Houston tradition as El Bolillo Bakery honors 27 years of pan dulce, pan salado, tres leches and more. All locations will offer half-price regular and birthday cake conchas and free slices of classic tres leches all day long.

    Saturday, September 6

    Texas Whiskey Dinner at Marvino’s Italian Steakhouse

    Marvino’s Italian Steakhouse, 24002 Northwest, is teaming up with Balcones Distilling for an exclusive four-course Texas Whiskey Dinner. Guests can savor dishes like Short Rib & Barley Soup, Grilled Peach & Prosciutto Salad, Boneless Ribeye and Chocolate–Chile Pot de Crème, each thoughtfully paired with premium Balcones whiskeys. Tickets are $139 per person, inclusive of tax and gratuity, and seating is limited.

    Sunday, September 7

    Girl Dinner Sundays at Juliet

    Hollywood-inspired steakhouse Juliet, 5857 Westheimer, invites the girlies to enjoy a glamorous Sunday evening. From 6 to 10 p.m., ladies can sip a Juliet Drop cocktail or sparkling Champagne, then enjoy two oysters, Truffle Fries, Caesar Salad and Shrimp Cajun Pasta for $25.

    All month long

    Two Dine for $99 at Brennan’s

    Brennan’s, 3300 Smith, is bringing back its Three-Course, Two Dine for $99 experience all September long. Guests can start with Snapping Turtle Soup or Shrimp Rémoulade, then choose entrees like Petite Filet Oscar, Gulf Shrimp & Grits or Eggs Brennan before finishing with Mississippi Mud Pie, Bananas Foster or Creole Bread Pudding Soufflé (+$5). Select wines are specially priced at $9/glass or $30/bottle. Reserve online or call 713-522-9711 and mention “Two Dine for $99.”

    Chiles en Nogada at Hugo’s

    Hugo’s, 1600 Westheimer, is celebrating walnut and pomegranate season with its annual Chiles en Nogada, served throughout September only. Representing the colors of the Mexican flag, the festive Puebla-born dish features poblano peppers stuffed with pork, apples, pears, peaches, plantains, almonds and raisins, topped with creamy walnut sauce and garnished with pomegranate seeds and parsley. The special includes two peppers with rice for $29.

    Taco Tuesday Bash at Fish Company Taco

    Fish Company Taco, 1914 23rd, is celebrating one year under its new ownership with a Taco Tuesday bash. Guests can enjoy all-day happy hour pricing, retail swag, gift card raffles, a festive photo wall and social media-driven giveaways.

    Hunger Action Month

    Houston Food Bank and partner agencies mark September as Hunger Action Month, with Wednesday, September 10 designated as Hunger Action Day 2025. This year’s theme, What Does Home Mean to You, highlights how safe, affordable housing supports food security, with opportunities to advocate, volunteer, and donate throughout the month. From Operation: Hunger Relief competitions to SNAP Challenges and voter registration drives, Houstonians can take part in hands-on activities and special events to help reduce food insecurity across the region.

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  • This Week in Houston Food Events: Galveston Wine, Seaside Feasts and Labor Day Cheers

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    All week long

    Houston Restaurant Weeks

    The Houston Food Bank’s epic annual fundraiser, Houston Restaurant Weeks, is closing out its run on Labor Day (Monday, September 1), so there’s still time to dine out for a cause at your favorite Houston restaurants. Choose from multi-course menus for dinner ($39 or 55), lunch ($25) and brunch ($25), with a $1 to $5 donation to the Houston Food Bank and its efforts to fight hunger across the region.

    Deli Month at Kenny & Ziggy’s

    Kenny & Ziggy’s, 1743 Post Oak, and more than 40 delis across the U.S. and Canada are celebrating the 10th Annual National Deli Month, spotlighting classic Jewish delicatessens and raising funds for local charities. Through the end of August, Kenny & Ziggy’s will offer a $45 three-course menu benefiting Holocaust Museum Houston (includes a free museum ticket with each meal).

    The Generous Pour at The Capital Grille

    The Capital Grille’s summer wine fest, The Generous Pour, is runs through August 31, with this year’s “Icons of the Vine” theme pouring six standout California wines — from Rombauer Chardonnay to a custom Atlas Peak Cab by Jayson for $45 with entrée purchase.

    Monday–Tuesday

    Sabina Sabe Pop-Up at Bandista

    The Four Seasons Hotel Houston speakeasy invites bartender Mike Prado from Oaxaca’s award-winning Sabina Sabe (No. 54 Best Bar in North America) for an exclusive two-night takeover. Guests can enjoy five signature cocktails ($25–$35) featuring The Lost Explorer tequila and mezcal, plus Sabina Sabe’s signature playlist, from 6–11pm. Reservations for 90-minute seatings are required, with proceeds benefiting Camp H-Town.

    Friday, August 29

    9th Anniversary at Dandelion Cafe

    Celebrate nine years of brunch at Dandelion Cafe with $9 Chicken and Waffles and $9 mimosa pitchers in flavors from classic orange to hibiscus honey and vanilla lavender. Specials are available for one day only at both the Bellaire and Heights locations.

    Friday–Sunday

    Galveston Island Wine Festival at Moody Gardens

    The Galveston Island Wine Festival makes its epic return to Moody Gardens, 1 Hope, with a three-day celebration of wine, food and live music. Folks can enjoy events lie the White Linen Seafood Extravaganza, Penguins & Pinot Grand Tasting and Sunday Wine Dinner at Shearn’s. Ticket pricing and hours vary by event.

    Saturday–Monday

    College Game Day and Long Weekend Brunch at PKL Social

    PKL Social, 1112 Shepherd, hosts its first “Saturdays at PKL: College Game Day” watch party this Saturday, with six-pack drink specials, free jello shots with Game Day Buckets, and full game sound on new LED walls and TVs. Folks can also enjoy a three-day Labor Day Weekend brunch starting at 10 AM Saturday through Monday, featuring boozy drinks and brunch bites like Bananas Foster French Toast and Chicken Fried Chicken Biscuits.

    Sunday, August 31

    Biergarten Bash at Karbach Brewing Co.

    Karbach Brewing Co., 2032 Karbach, is hosting its annual Biergarten Bash from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. The free, family-friendly event features a variety of activities including yard games, a hot dog eating contest, live mural painting, a petting zoo and local vendors – plus tasty Karbach suds and bites available for purchase.

    White Linen Party at Pier 6 Seafood & Oyster House

    Pier 6, 113 6th, is sending off summer in style with a White Linen Party on Sunday, August 31 starting at 5 p.m. Guests 21+ can sip a complimentary glass of Telmont Champagne and enjoy oysters and hors d’oeuvres, with a full cash bar available. Dress in crisp whites and take in live entertainment, a DJ, and unbeatable marina views. Dinner inside requires a separate reservation.

    Sunday–Monday

    Labor Day Weekend Specials at Jethro’s

    Jethro’s, 95 Tuam, invites folks to celebrate Labor Day weekend with live DJ sets and weekend specials, including $25 beer buckets, $7 Mexican Candy shots, $8 Frozen Palomas and $8 Chocolate Old Fashioneds on Sunday and Monday. Pair drinks with food deals like a $7 Smashburger and fries combo available until 7 p.m. or $4 hot dogs served all day while supplies last.

    New and ongoing specials

    The Levant Menu at MARCH

    Michelin-starred MARCH, 1624 Westheimer, has debuted its newest tasting menu, The Levant, celebrating the rich culinary traditions of the Eastern Mediterranean with six- and nine-course experiences. Highlights include Oyster Shawarma with caviar, A5 Wagyu Falafel, Amberjack Crudo, and Beef Cheek Fattoush, plus curated wine pairings from Cyprus, Lebanon, Turkey, Syria, and Palestine. 

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  • Galaxy Groove beer is giving back to a good organization

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    A new beer at the state fair is making waves for more than just its taste.

    Behind it is a brewer with a powerful story — and a mission to give back. This year’s Minnesota state fair features 70 brand-new specialty beers and drinks. 

    Below the bubbles is a beer called Galaxy Groove.

    “It’s light’s and it’s fruit and it’s not too hazy,” said one customer.

    “It’s light crisp has a lot of tropical notes and some citrus as well. Still a good malty? backbone to it,” said Jeremy Brown, creator behind the American Pale Ale. “I am legally blind. Growing up it was a lot of struggles getting around and trying to find things I can do and working the taproom has been great for that.”

    Jeremy’s beer won the Boston Beer Company Homebrew competition and was picked up Sam Adams.

    His longtime friends at the Hideaway were so proud of his accomplishments that they made Galaxy Groove a state fair exclusive with a portion of the proceeds of Jeremy’s beer going to the Minnesota State Academy for the Blind.

    He credits his success to the types of programs and services they provide. Making this a brew with a purpose.

    “Giving back to young kids who are visually impaired who are facing those same struggles, so being able to give back is huge. It means a lot to me.”

    “That is absolutely amazing. When anybody does something like that, cheers to them. Good for him,” said Karen Shannon of Cottage Grove.

    Galaxy Groove is available at the Hideaway Speakeasy. It’s located in the upper west side of the Veranda at the Minnesota State Fair Grandstand.

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  • Only 54% of U.S. adults say they drink alcohol, a record low. A new poll shows what’s behind the decline.

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    Fewer Americans are reporting that they drink alcohol amid a growing belief that even moderate alcohol consumption is a health risk, according to a Gallup poll released Wednesday.

    The survey finds that 54% of U.S. adults say they drink alcoholic beverages such as liquor, wine or beer — “the lowest by one percentage point in Gallup’s nearly 90-year trend,” the analytics company says.

    And a record high percentage of U.S. adults, 53%, now say moderate drinking is bad for their health, up from 28% in 2015. The uptick in doubt about alcohol’s benefits is largely driven by young adults — the age group that is most likely to believe drinking “one or two drinks a day” can cause health hazards — but older adults are also now increasingly likely to think moderate drinking carries risks.

    The findings of the poll, which was conducted in July, indicate that after years of many believing that moderate drinking was harmless — or even beneficial — worries about alcohol consumption are taking hold. According to Gallup’s data, even those who consume alcohol are drinking less.

    The federal government is updating new dietary guidelines, including those around alcohol. Before the COVID-19 pandemic, government data showed U.S. alcohol consumption was trending up. But other government surveys have shown a decline in certain types of drinking, particularly among teenagers and young adults.

    This comes alongside a new drumbeat of information about alcohol’s risks. While moderate drinking was once thought to have benefits for heart health, health professionals in recent years have pointed to overwhelming evidence that alcohol consumption leads to negative health outcomes and is a leading cause of cancer.

    Additionally, there are other factors contributing to the changing perspectives around alcohol, Willa Bennett, editor-in-chief of Cosmopolitan and Seventeen, said on “CBS Mornings Plus” Wednesday.

    “We know this generation is increasingly out in the world trying to find real community and camaraderie,” Bennett said. People don’t seem to need alcohol to go out anymore, she said. 

    Other factors include less stigma around not drinking and the prevalence of social media. 

    “People do want control of their image,” Bennett said. “People don’t want to give that up. It’s scary. What are the long term risks?”

    Growing skepticism about alcohol’s benefits

    Younger adults have been quicker than older Americans to accept that drinking is harmful, but older adults are coming around to the same view.

    About two-thirds of 18- to 34-year-olds believe moderate drinking is unhealthy, according to the poll, up from about 4 in 10 in 2015. Older adults are less likely to see alcohol as harmful — about half of Americans age 55 or older believe this — but that’s a substantial increase, too. In 2015, only about 2 in 10 adults age 55 or older thought alcohol was bad for their health.

    In the past, moderate drinking was thought to have some benefits. That idea came from imperfect studies that largely didn’t include younger people and couldn’t prove cause and effect. Now the scientific consensus has shifted, and several countries recently lowered their alcohol consumption recommendations. Earlier this year, the outgoing U.S. surgeon general, Vivek Murthy, recommended a label on bottles of beer, wine and liquor that would clearly outline the link between alcohol consumption and cancer.

    “Alcohol is a well-established, preventable cause of cancer responsible for about 100,000 cases of cancer and 20,000 cancer deaths annually in the United States — greater than the 13,500 alcohol-associated traffic crash fatalities per year in the U.S. — yet the majority of Americans are unaware of this risk,” Murthy said in a statement in January.

    The federal government’s current dietary guidelines recommend Americans not drink or, if they do consume alcohol, men should limit themselves to two drinks a day or fewer while women should stick to one or fewer.

    Gallup’s director of U.S. social research, Lydia Saad, said shifting health advice throughout older Americans’ lives may be a reason they have been more gradual than young adults to recognize alcohol as harmful.

    “Older folks may be a little more hardened in terms of the whiplash that they get with recommendations,” Saad said. “It may take them a little longer to absorb or accept the information. Whereas, for young folks, this is the environment that they’ve grown up in … in many cases, it would be the first thing young adults would have heard as they were coming into adulthood.”

    The government is expected to release new guidelines later this year, under the directive of health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who has promised big changes. Kennedy has not hinted at how the alcohol recommendations may shift.

    Drinking rates fall to decade low

    Slightly more than half of Americans, 54%, report that they drink alcohol — a low in Gallup’s data that is especially pronounced among women and young adults. The previous low was 55%, recorded in 1958.

    “Declines in alcohol consumption do not appear to be caused by people shifting to other mood-altering substances — in particular, recreational marijuana, which is now legal in about half of U.S. states,” Gallup said in a news release. “Although marijuana use is higher today than a decade ago, it has been fairly steady over the past four years and thus doesn’t appear to be a factor in people choosing not to drink alcohol.”

    Gallup says it has been tracking Americans’ drinking behavior since 1939. Since 2001, it has tracked their views on health implications related to moderate drinking.

    Young Americans’ alcohol consumption has been trending downward for years, accelerating the overall decline in alcohol consumption. In sharp contrast with Gallup’s findings two decades ago, when young adults were likeliest to report drinking, young adults’ drinking rate is now slightly below middle-aged and older adults.

    Americans’ reported drinking is among the lowest since the question was first asked in 1939. For most of the last few decades, at least 6 in 10 Americans have reported drinking alcoholic beverages, only dipping below that point a few times in the question’s history.

    Americans who drink alcohol are consuming less

    Even if concerns about health risks aren’t causing some adults to give up alcohol entirely, these worries could be influencing how often they drink.

    The survey found that adults who think moderate drinking is bad for one’s health are just as likely as people who don’t share those concerns to report that they drink, but fewer of the people with health worries had consumed alcohol recently.

    About half of those who worry moderate drinking is unhealthy said they had a drink in the previous week, compared with about 7 in 10 who did not think drinking was bad for their health.

    Overall, only about one-quarter of Americans who drink said they had consumed alcohol in the prior 24 hours, a record low in the survey. Roughly 4 in 10 said that it had been more than a week since they had poured a drink.

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  • Dallas Observer Brews Up an Amber Ale in Collab with Community Beer Co.

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    You may have noticed we’ve been digging into reader events recently. We’ve hosted two members’ supper clubs, one at Radici and the other at Ramble Room, and have another scheduled for October (details to come soon)…

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  • Yuengling beer finally arrives in Michigan after years of rumors

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    Pennsylvania-based Yuengling is bringing its beer to Michigan for the first time.

    Yuengling, America’s oldest brewery and a fixture on tap across the East Coast, is finally launching in Michigan after years of speculation and false starts. 

    Beginning on Monday, Michiganders will be able to order Yuengling on draft at bars and restaurants in select areas, including Detroit, Ann Arbor, and East Lansing. Packaged beer is expected to follow in September. 

    Ypsilanti-based distributor O&W Inc. announced Wednesday that it will begin rolling out the beer’s lineup, which includes the flagship Yuengling Lager, the Black & Tan blend, and Flight, a light beer.

    Founded in 1829 in Pottsville, Penn., Yuengling has remained family-owned for six generations and has built a devoted following.  

    “We are excited to partner with Yuengling and bring their authentic American beers to Michigan,” Jamie Wanty-Keeder, vice president of marketing at O&W Inc., said in a statement. “This launch is the most exciting beer launch in Michigan history! What a fantastic opportunity for us to expand our offerings and introduce our customers to a brewery with such a storied history, one that beer lovers have been waiting for.”

    A wider state rollout is expected later. While fans won’t yet find Yuengling inside sports stadiums, many bars and retailers near those venues will carry it.

    For more information on where Yuengling is available, see the brewer’s “Beer Finder” on its website.

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  • Houston’s 5 Best Weekend Food Bets: Celebrate Diwali at a Bollywood Burnout

    Houston’s 5 Best Weekend Food Bets: Celebrate Diwali at a Bollywood Burnout

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    Here’s a look at this weekend’s tasty food and drink happenings:

    Bollywood Burnout – Diwali Edition at Musaafer

    Friday, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.
    5115 Westheimer

    Night owls can hit the dance floor at Musaafer as it celebrates Diwali with its late-night immersive cultural experience, “Bollywood Burnout.” Guests can indulge in a tasty spread of traditional Diwali delicacies and drinks. Tickets are $42.

    Filipino Festival at POST

    Saturday, noon to 4 p.m.

    The downtown destination is celebrating Filipino American History Month with an all-day Filipino Festival, immerseing folks in the rich culture and traditions of the Philippines. Highlight include traditional Philippine Dance Performances by the Tropical Rhythms Hula Dance Troupe, a bustling Asian Pop-up Market on the North Docks, rocking food vendors, merchants and cultural experiences, and a Kamayan Dinner experience by James Beard-award-winning chef Paul Qui (dinner tickets start at $65).

    Saturday, 3 to 6 p.m.
    8217 Long Point

    Families are invited to dress up for some Halloween fun at Feges BBQ Spring Branch’s annual Halloween Spooktacular as the smokehouse transforms into a spooky spectacle complete with ‘Cupcake’s Haunted House’, a ‘Dragon’s Nest’ play area, themed bounce house, tarot card readings, pumpkin decorating ($5 per pumpkin), Hocus Pocus playing on the projection screen, costume contests and more. Guests can enjoy Feges’ classic Texas bbq menu alongside drink specials. Entry is free.

    Halloween Block Party at 93′ Til

    Sunday, noon to 10 p.m.
    1601 West Main

    93’ Til is hosting a Halloween Sunday block party, inviting folks to dress in costume and enjoy festivities including live DJs, vendors, cocktail features and special bites prepared by 93’ Til and guest chef Joseph Manglicmot from MasterChef Season 11. Manglicmot will serve a Caviar Fish Filet Sandwich featuring a cod filet, American cheese, crème fraîche tartare sauce and Imperia caviar on a a brioche bun.

    50th Anniversary Texas Renaissance Festival

    Saturday–Sunday

    Back for its 50th anniversary, the Texas Renaissance Festival brings folks a medieval celebration of food and drink, shopping and entertainment, and enchanted fun. This weekend is one of the festival’s most popular, rocking an All Hallows Eve theme eerie decorations, intricate pumpkin displays, trick-or-treating for the kids, a Kettle Corn Eating Contest at 4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, and more fun, including festival eats from turkey legs and mead to a two-hour dinner theatre King’s Feast, plus special beer collabs with Saint Arnold Brewing Company and Karbach Brewing Co. 

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  • Cocktail power couple to open cheeky new bar near Mission Ballroom – The Cannabist

    Cocktail power couple to open cheeky new bar near Mission Ballroom – The Cannabist

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    If you’re a cocktail drinker in Denver, you’ve likely tried a libation with a dash of creativity from Alex Jump and Stuart Jensen.

    Jump spent four years as the bar manager for Death & Co. in Denver before starting a consulting business and emerging as a leader in the low- and non-alcoholic beverage movement. Jensen is co-owner of local drinkeries Curio and Roger’s Liquid Oasis, and was part of the ownership group at the now-defunct Brass Tacks in LoDo.

    Together Jump and Jensen, who got married earlier this year, are a cocktail power couple shaking up the local scene, and in 2025, they’ll debut their first concept together.

    Read the rest of this story on TheKnow.DenverPost.com.

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  • Evanston’s Temperance Beer Announces Closing Date

    Evanston’s Temperance Beer Announces Closing Date

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    Evanston didn’t have a brewery before Temperance Beer Co. arrived at the end of 2013. The suburb’s first brewery was a historic moment, and the taproom quickly became one of the city’s finest with hits like Might Meets Right and Gatecrasher IPA. Temperance represented the rising popularity of the craft beer movement when home brewers crowded taprooms and stood in long lines for the latest release.

    But times have changed. On Tuesday afternoon, Temperance founder Josh Gilbert announced the brewery would close on Sunday, October 27. All brewery tours had been canceled with refunds on their way. In a newsletter blast and Instagram post, Gilbert calls the craft beer world “barely recognizable” compared to a decade ago. “It’s difficult to even imagine that kind of excitement for a new brewery launch these days,” he writes.

    Drinking habits have changed, and many craft beer fans have grown older, gravitating toward bourbon, non-alcoholic drinks, or even spiked seltzers Beer can be filling. Beyond beverages, the food scene has also shifted. Food trucks were a staple at Temperance, but the excitement for mobile eating has also snarled in this age of food delivery apps.

    Temperance head brewer Claudia Jendron helped open the brewery in 2013 and was one of the few women in the industry. The taproom gave Evanston some credibility in the food and drink scene. Evanston has a long history of being a dry town. Customers, including Block Club Chicago co-founder Shamus Toomey and former Tribune beer and spirits writer Josh Noel, expressed their condolences with comments under the brewery’s Instagram post.

    Now, fans have 12 days to relive the glory days before Temperance closes.

    Temperance Beer Co., 2000 Dempster Street, Evanston, closing Sunday, October 27.

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  • Houston’s 5 Best Weekend Food Bets: Greek Eats and Southern Smoke

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    Here’s a look at this weekend’s tasty food and drink happenings:

    The Original Greek Festival at Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral

    Friday–Saturday, 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
    3511 Yoakum

    Souvlaki. Spankopita. Pastitsio. Baklava. It’s all up for the grabs at this 58th annual Greek festival, a family-friendly celebration of Greek culture featuring authentic eats, live music and dancing, cathedral tours, an inflatable play zone for the kids, crafts and a Greek merchant market. Tickets are $8 and free for children 12 and under.

    Zorba, The Greek Fest Post Fest at Echoes

    Friday, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.
    900 Richmond

    Those wanting to continue the Greek Fest party can hit the afterparty at Echoes, rocking Greek Greek soundtracks by Mikis Theodorakis, food specials from souvlaki plate to fried zucchini and potato croquettes, and drink specials on Greek spirits like Mastiha and Ouzo.

    Saturday, doors open at 11 a.m.
    1433 North Shepherd

    Celebrate the spirit of Oktoberfest with a day full of music, tasty food, flowing beers and a little friendly competition. Oktoberfest games from stein hoisting to beer chugging will go down from 3 to 6 p.m., and The Monicas will take the stage with live music from 6 to 10.

    Southern Smoke Festival at Discovery Green

    Saturday, 4 to 8 p.m. (3 p.m. VIP)
    1500 McKinney

    This year’s Southern Smoke Festival and fundraiser is set to be as epic as ever. Held at Discovery Green, guests can enjoy bites from 70+ chefs from around the nation, including crispy duck wings agrodolce from Coltivare’s Ryan Pera, XO Shrimp Yaki from Top Chef contestant and B’tween Sandich Co. owner Michelle Wallace, and more; plus wine and cocktail experiences and cooking demos from chefs including Suerte executive chef Fermín Núñez and Milk Bar’s Christina Tosi. Tickets are $225 for general admission.

    A Taste of Cy-Fair at Bridgeland Lakeland Village Center

    Saturday, 5 to 8 p.m. (4 p.m. VIP)
    10615 Fry

    Organized by local restaurants and businesses, and volunteers and with all proceeds benefiting Cy-Hope to help kids in the Cy-Fair community, the sixth annual A Taste of Cy-Fair festival is a fun-filled outdoor event featuring bites from top local restaurants, cherryicked wines and craft beers, live music, an artisan market, silent auction and more. Tickets are $50 GA ($20 for kids 11 and under) and $90 VIP. 

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  • Ultreia, Split Lip chef opening “sleazy French street food” concept

    Ultreia, Split Lip chef opening “sleazy French street food” concept

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    Escargot wontons would get anyone’s attention. But French onion soup nachos seals the deal.

    Adam Branz, the chef behind Ultreia and Split Lip: An Eat Place, is introducing a new concept at Dewey Beer Co.’s Denver taproom. The Delaware-based brewery has been running Mockery Brewing’s former space in the River North Art District since January.

    The kitchen, called Cul-de-Sac, will feature what Branz calls “sleazy French street food” served out of a food trailer. In addition to the wontons and nachos, the menu will eventually include other tantalizingly off-centered plates like coq au vin nuggets-on-a-stick, duck confit quesadillas made with “a stinky French cheese,” and even slow-poached frog’s legs served with clarified butter, like a lobster roll.

    Adam Branz of Ultreia, Split Lip and Cul-de-Sac. (Photo by RJ Sangosti/The Denver Post)

    “My first chef job was at Bistro Vendome, so I have a special place in my heart for French food — and Parisian food in particular,” said Branz, who attended Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts before moving to Denver and working his way up through the restaurant group founded by Jenn Jasinski and Beth Gruitch, which included Bistro Vendome, Ultreia and Rioja.

    But for Cul-de-Sac, he wanted to approach French food in the same way he does with the menu at Split Lip, which specializes in flavor-packed, cheffed-up versions of casual regional dishes like Nashville hot chicken, Oklahoma-style fried onion burgers, and Buffalo wings.

    “The Split lip lens is playful, raw and even abrasive at times,” he said.

    That means treating fun food with the extreme attention to detail — timing, balance, degrees of heat — that classically trained chefs use in more formal settings.

    For the wontons, for example, Branz and his team braise the snails low and slow to bring out the aromatics, pre-cooking them in a classic French butter sauce. Then they are cooled down and folded into the wontons. (Before landing on wontons as the vehicle for the escargot, Branz experimented with jalapeno poppers and ravioli.) “But the wontons came out incredible.”

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