Probably the most scrumptious occasion of the yr is nearly right here: CultureMap’s annual Tastemaker Awards.
Our signature tasting occasion and awards ceremony is going on April 3 at Silver Road Studios, and bringing with it a complete buffet of chef-driven bites and completely paired sips that remember Houston’s distinctive culinary scene.
Attendees get one scrumptious night to pattern to their hearts’ content material, with choices ready by the nominees for Restaurant of the 12 months, Chef of the 12 months, Bar of the 12 months, Bartender of the 12 months, Rising Star Chef of the 12 months, Pastry Chef of the 12 months, Neighborhood Restaurant of the 12 months, and Greatest Pop-up/Startup. There’ll even be two Michelin-starred eating places in attendance!
Our judging panel of business specialists — together with previous Tastemaker champs — selects the nominees and winners, together with this yr’s buzzy wildcard class of Greatest Espresso Store.
Nevertheless, you decide who wins Greatest New Restaurant by way of a web-based bracket, so make sure you make your votes rely earlier than the massive day!
You will need to come hungry to the Tastemaker Awards, contemplating this sneak peek at what’s on the menu:
- Quick rib Reuben sliders from Bar Bludorn
- Smoked picanha with Swamp Sauce from Bayou Butchers
- Cuban pork stomach bahn mi from Brass Tacks
- Smoked pork stomach with Colima-style mole from Deckle and Conceal
- Spicy rigatoni Pasta Zaza from Drake’s Hollywood
- Hamachi tacos from Lee’s
- Quick rib burnt finish lollies from Leo’s River Oaks
- Smoked rooster flautas, Rico-style, from Little Rey
- Spanish octopus with smoked potato salad from Little’s Oyster Bar
- Lychee ceviche from Musaafer
- Octopus skewers from Októ
- Mussel escabeche crostini from Ostia
- Corned beef brisket and rice from Subo
- Tuna tostadas from Tatemó
- Vietnamese betel leaf beef from Traveler’s Cart
- And, particular for our VIP ticket-holders: An enormous charcuterie unfold from Chardon within the VIP Lounge
After all there will likely be loads of candy treats, in addition to coffee-centered pick-me-ups from our wildcard and Pastry Chef of the 12 months nominees:
- Peanut gianduja tart from Berg Hospitality
- Caramel Sofa O’Stick from Fluff Bake Bar
- Purple Rain iced latte and The Slowpoke iced latte from Slowpokes
- Affogato and fermented Mexican espresso from Tenfold Espresso Firm
- The Bay Fog and The Magic Johnson Macchiato from Xela Espresso Roasters
To assist moist your whistle, select from these bartender-crafted cocktails:
- Meticulously Made Daiquiri from Ishtia and Meticulous Spirits
- Appleteeny and Spice Melange from Lee’s
- Tepache Mezcalita and Southside from Melrose
There can even be beer (Stella Artois, Stella Artois 00. Michelob Extremely, Estrella Jalisco, Karbach Love Road) and canned cocktails (NUTRL vodka seltzer, Cutwater Spirits, Hoop Tea).
Keep updated on all issues Tastemaker-related with our particular editorial collection of tales spotlighting the nominees.
VIP tickets are already offered out and restricted basic admission tickets stay, so act quick to safe your entry to Houston’s most scrumptious night time. We’ll see you on April 3!
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The Tastemaker Awards ceremony is delivered to you by Stella Artois, Chardon, PicMe Occasions, and extra to be introduced. A portion of proceeds will profit our nonprofit companion, the Southern Smoke Basis.
