Holiday Favorites and Specials at Houston Restaurants Going Strong
There’s something for everyone with cocktails, tamales and much more!!
HANUKKAH SPECIALS FROM NEW YORK DELI & EATERY and HOUSTON CATERING CONCEPTS-–New York Deli & Eatery and Houston Catering Concepts: Houstonians celebrating Hanukkah are in good hands when it comes to holiday meal prep. The team at New York Deli & Coffee Shop and Houston Catering Concepts has the entire family covered with their holiday packages and specials. New York Deli and Bagel Shop Bakery will be giving away dreidels and gelt to children that visit the restaurants during Hanukkah. The teams at New York Eatery will also be lighting their menorahs nightly.
For those looking to order for the family, Houston Catering Concepts has a full Hanukkah menu available. The Hanukkah Nosh Package serves 5 for $100 and includes 2 Quarts of Chicken Soup, 5 Matzo Balls, 1 Roasted Chicken Cut into 8 Pieces and more. The Hanukkah L’Chaim Package serves 5 for $165 and mixes things up with 2 qts. of Butternut Squash Soup, 2 ½ lbs. Ginger Teriyaki Salmon Grilled Asparagus, 1 dz. Mini Potato Latkes w/ Applesauce and Sour Cream, and more. Rounding out the meal package options is the Hanukkah Deli Spread that serves 10 for $225 and includes Corned Beef, Pastrami, Turkey, Roast Beef, and Salami on Assorted Breads, Potato Salad & Coleslaw, Hummus Tray Served with Pita Bread, and more.
Catering orders can be placed at https://www.houstoncatering.com. New York Deli & Coffee Shop is located at 9724 Hillcroft Street. The deli’s hours of operation are Monday through Sunday, 7 a.m. – 4 p.m. New York Eatery is located at 5422 Bellaire Boulevard, Suite A, Bellaire, TX 77401. The eatery’s hours of operation are Monday through Sunday, 8 a.m. – 9 p.m. For more information, please visit www.nybagelsandcoffee.com. Photo: Becca Wright.
ARNALDO RICHARDS’ PICOS CELEBRATES ANNUAL 12 DAYS OF MOLE EVENT IN ITS STAPLE HOLIDAY TRADITION: For the seventh year, Picos pays tribute to Mexican tradition with its 12 Days of Mole holiday celebration showcasing a new mole every day over a twelve-day period.
The tailored menu developed by Picos’ acclaimed chefs features popular house-made moles served every day at the restaurant, including Mole Coloradito and Mole Poblano, in addition to moles rarely seen in Houston such as Mole Novia and Mole Rosa. Each mole is crafted with love, attention to detail, respect for tradition and ample flavor. The exciting annual event ends on day twelve with the Mole & Tamalada Brunch, offering all twelve moles in addition to a wide variety of Picos’ signature scratch-made tamales.
The December 11 Tamale Brunch will include traditional Tamale Oaxaquenos and Tamales Nortenos in a total of eleven variations. The 12 Days of Mole: November 30 through December 11 during regular Picos’ operating hours. The Mole & Tamalada Brunch will be held December 11 from 10 am – 3 pm. Picos is located at 3601 Kirby.
CRAZY FOR TAMALES? NO PROBLEM! — Maize: Tamale lovers are in for a treat with Maize’s options that include Pork in Green Tomatillo Sauce, Chicken in Red Mole, and Rajas (Peppers and Cheese) priced at 12 tamales for $24 and 6 tamales for $12. Tamales are available to-go from now until December 23. Orders can be placed online, over the phone, or in-person. Maize is located at 14795 Memorial Drive, Houston, TX 77079. On Christmas Day, the restaurant’s hours will shift to 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Maize is open Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Saturday, 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.; and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. For menus and more information, please visit maizehouston.com.
HOLIDAY PACKAGE TO GO & CHRISTMAS EVE BRUNCH AT MAX’S WINE DIVE–MAX’s Wine Dive will bring the warmth and energy to the city of Houston with a holiday package available to-go and a Christmas Eve brunch from 11A-5P. Dive into a festive package of 12 pieces of their jalapeno marinated fried chicken + gravy, Southern style biscuits, and cranberry jalapeno jam; two family sides of mashed sweet potatoes, classic mashed potatoes, braised collard greens, jalapeno cheese grits and truffle MAX n cheese; and four desserts which includes options from their regular dessert menu or two chef special desserts.
MAX’s Wine Dive will also feature wine to-go for $20 a bottle from favorites of Prodige Carousel ‘Blanc de Blans’, Chez Jerome, Max et Jacques Chardonnay, Rose du Patron, Max et Jacques Pinot Noir and Final Judgement Red Blend. Available for to-go, this holiday package is $170 and serves four to six. Please call MAX’s Wine Dive on Washington at 713-880-8737 to get your order started. MAX’s Wine Dive will be closed on Christmas Day. The last day to place an order for their holiday package to-go will be Thursday, December 22. The last day to pick up an order will be Friday, December 23. MAX’s Wine Dive on Washington – 4720 Washington Ave., Ste. B. Photo courtesy of Max’s Wine Dive.
COCKTAIL LOVERS PARADISE AT SEVERAL HOUSTON RESTAURANTS–Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the season with a glass of holiday cheer at Alicia’s Mexican Grille, Galiana’s Tex Mex & Agave Bar, Dario’s Steakhouse & Seafood or Marvino’s Italian Steakhouse. Whether you’re in the mood for a tall order of something smooth and creamy or a fresh-fruit holiday punch, our bartenders can shake up a festive craft cocktail that’s sure to lift your spirits.
Alicia’s and Galiana’s are offering thirsty guests the indulgent Mama Coco cocktail, a milk-based blend of coconut and cinnamon spice infused with Avion Reposado tequila. For those who want a drink that packs a punch, there’s the Tapache Smash, a fruity blend of pineapple rum, along with pineapple and lemon juices splashed with spicy cinnamon.
Dario’s guests can sip on a Maple Cinnamon Sour, a memorable blend of Four Roses Single Barrel Bourbon, lemon juice, maple syrup, ground cinnamon, and Angostura bitters. For those craving a more bubbly experience, there is the Pear and Elderflower Fizz. This refreshing holiday concoction mixes Absolut pear, lemon juice, and elderflower syrup and tops it off with sparkling wine and a touch of rosemary.
At Marvino’s, guests can try the Ruby Spice, a tangy blend of Deep Eddy grapefruit vodka, grapefruit and lime juices mixed with agave nectar and a hint of cinnamon. For a holiday twist on a festive drink, there’s also the Maple Cinnamon Sour, a blend of Four Roses Single Barrel Bourbon, lemon juice, maple syrup, ground cinnamon, and Angostura bitters.
Holiday cocktails are available now through December 31st. Find more information about visit AliciasMexicanGrille.com, GalianasTexMex.com, DariosSteakhouse.com and MarvinosItalianSteakhouse.com.
The Original Ninfa’s (UPTOWN and NAVIGATION): The Original Ninfa’s is celebrating the holidays and inviting customers to imbibe with cocktails that are naughty and nice. Santa’s job is made easier this year as customers choose between the “Naughty” cocktail (Premium rocks glass, lime juice, cranberry juice, pineapple juice, pineapple leaf garnish) for $12 or the “Nice” cocktail (Tall Collins glass, milk, cinnamon stick garnish, dash of cinnamon) also for $12. Each cocktail also includes tequila blanco, piloncillo, praline, allspice dram, peach bitters, and angostura. The Holiday Cocktails are available at both restaurant locations and will be available until the end of the year!
Cowboys and Indians: Cowboys and Indians is known for their mouthwatering Indian-Tex fusion and are introducing two brand new cocktails for customers looking to celebrate the holiday season! Available until January 1, 2023, the $6 cocktails are sure brighten even the Grinchiest of days. Cocktails include the “Scrooge Booze” (Emerald Lotus, whole egg, Santa Teresa rum, half and half, agave) and “Mistletoe Martini” (Tito’s Vodka, Rumplemintz, cranberry juice). Cowboys and Indians is located at 519 Shepherd Dr, Houston, TX 77007. Hours of operation are Monday through Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Thursday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 12 a.m., and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. For more information, please visit https://cowboys-n-indians.com. Photo: Courtesy of Cowboys & Indians.
Axelrad: Axelrad is cheersing this holiday season with a variety of festive cocktails. Among their menu items that are perfect for winter are the Irish Coffee (Jameson Irish Whiskey, Coffee, Irish Cream, and Whipped Cream) for $10, The Mean One (Monopolowa Gin Hot Toddy with Matcha and Lemon) for $10, Midnight In Oaxaca (Union Joven Mezcal, Creme de Violet, Lemon, and Topo) for $12, Nice Pear! (Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum, Pear, Honey, Lemon, with Tiki Bitters) for $10, and more! Axelrad is located at 1517 Alabama Street, Houston, TX 77004 in Midtown. Axelrad is open Monday through Thursday, 2 p.m. – 12 a.m.; Friday and Saturday, 12 p.m. – 2 a.m.; and Sunday, 12 p.m. – 12 a.m. For more information, please visit www.axelradhouston.com.
Treebeards: Treebeards is toasting to the holiday season with their $10 Holiday Cocktails. The festive and tantalizing menu includes the Cranberry-Ginger Mimosa (Cranberry Juice, Ginger Beer, Prosecco), Peppermint Mocha Martini (Brownie Cream Liqueur, Vodka, Peppermint Schnapps), The Gingerbread Man (Gingerbread Tea Infused Bourbon, Black Strap Rum, Golden Syrup), and more! The tasty beverages will be available December 7 through December 24 at the restaurant’s Bunker Hill location only. For locations, hours, menus, and more information, visit https://treebeards.com.
Betelgeuse Betelgeuse: Betelgeuse Betelgeuse has decked the halls and is getting the party started with their robust menu of holiday-themed cocktails, available throughout the month of December. The zany bar in Historic Old Sixth Ward is offering festive drinks, including My Brother In Christ, Are You Drinking a Grasshopper? (Creme de Menthe, Creme de Cacao, vodka, coconut milk, chocolate bitters, chocolate shavings, frozen) for $11, Santa on Acid (Pineapple rum, Jagermeister, coconut liqueur, Allspice Dram, pineapple, lime) for $12, Apple Cider Old Fashioned (Maker’s Mark Private Barrel Select Bourbon, Calvados, Apple Cider-Cinnamon Turbinado, Angostura, dehydrated apple garnish) for $14, George Washington’s Aged Christmas Eggnog (Bourbon, Cognac, Jamaican Rum, sherry, eggs, cream, milk, fresh grated nutmeg) for $12, Abuelita’s Hot Chocolate (Mexican Hot Chocolate, Ilegal Mezcal, Torched Marshmallow cream) for $11, Pistachio White Russian (Pistachio-infused milk and cream, coffee liqueur, vodka, grated pistachios) for $11, and Visions of Sugar Plum (Still Austin Gin, Damson plum, pomegranate, lemon, turbinado, Lambrusco) for $12.
The bar that specializes in great vibes and delicious pizza is counting down to the big holiday with their Pizza Advent Calendar. Behind each slice on the wooden, wall-mounted calendar is another prize affiliated with a different vendor. Prizes include specials on spirits and beer and accompanying swag for each vendor. Betelgeuse Betelgeuse is located at 2101 Washington Ave, Houston, TX 77007 and is open Monday through Sunday from 4 PM to 2 AM. For menus and more information, please visit https://www.betelgeusehou.com.