Source Guide
This SOURCE GUIDE is an annotated directory of our advertisers. Many of our advertisers are also our distribution partners, where you can find a complimentary copy of the magazine. Please make it a point to patronize them often and let them know how much you appreciate their support of Edible Houston and the local food and drink economy.
ARTISANAL FOODS
Bare Bakery
Creating desserts of a higher order, free of gluten, grains and refined sugars. We are filling the void of gluten-free, naturally sweetened desserts in Houston and beyond.
www.barebakeryhouston.com
Lira Rossa Artisan Cheese
A local farmhouse cheese made in a traditional Italian creamery offering fresh, pasteurized and raw-milk cheeses. A Texas-made Italian tradition.
784 County Rd. 251, Moulton; info@lirarossa.com; www.lirarossa.com
BEVERAGES
Haak Vineyards & Winery
Haak Winery is dedicated to creating great Texas wines as well as hosting private events, weddings, public events and festivals throughout the year.
6310 Ave. T, Santa Fe; 409-925-1401; www.haakwine.com
Houston Wine Merchant
A locally owned wine and specialty liquor store for 33 years. Stocking a large selection from Burgundy, Bordeaux, Italy and California as well as other regions.
2646 S. Shepherd Dr., Houston; 713-524-3397; www.houstonwines.com
Spec’s Wine, Spirits and Finer Foods
Family-owned since 1962, Spec’s offers expert service and Texas’s largest selection of wines, spirits and beers along with gourmet food and much more! Locations across the Houston area.
888-526-8787; www.specsonline.com
FARMS AND FARMERS MARKETS
East End Market
Year-round on Sundays 10am–2pm.
2800 Navigation Blvd., Houston; www.eastendhouston.com/market
Farmers Market on Grand Parkway
Year-round on Saturdays 8am–noon.
1225 W. Grand Pkwy. S., Katy; www.farmersmarketongrandparkway.com
Imperial Farmers Market
Year-round on Saturdays 9am—1pm.
234 Matlage Way, Sugar Land; www.imperialfarmersmarket.com
Urban Harvest East Side
Year-round on Saturdays 8am–noon.
2752 Buffalo Speedway, Houston; www.urbanharvest.org
Westchase District Farmers Market
Year-round on Thursdays 3pm–dusk.
10503 Westheimer, Houston; www.westchasedistrictfarmersmarket.com
GARDENING SUPPLIES & SERVICES
Buchanan’s Native Plants
Serving Houston gardeners since 1986. Located in the historic Houston Heights, the garden center is dedicated to native plants and organic gardening. Open daily 9am–6pm.
611 E. 11th St., Houston; 713-861-5702; www.buchanansplants.com
Rooted Garden
Rooted Garden is one of the leading culinary landscape companies in the U.S. We bring your backyard kitchen garden dreams to life. Start your own gardening adventure by scheduling a consult today.
Email nicole@rootedgarden.com; www.rootedgarden.com
HOUSEWARES, GIFTS + BOOKS
Bering’s
Bering’s offers incredible variety with the personal service customers have received for over 75 years. It’s the Bering’s way—come on in.
713-785-6400; www.berings.com
Weston Table
At Weston Table you’ll find a place connected by extraordinary experiences, personal memories and cherished traditions. Our core values drive us to follow our passions—they almost always bring us right back where we started: at Weston Table, surrounded by friends and family.
www.westontable.com
REAL ESTATE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES
The Jessica McCreary Real Estate Team
Houston’s newest boutique real estate firm. Are you a seller trying to get top dollar, an investor needing property management or a buyer looking for the best deal? Jessica’s team is the local solution for all your real estate needs.
713-408-3185; www.realtyinhoustontx.com
RESTAURANTS
DISH Society
Dedicated to sourcing locally, DISH Society has a chic, laid-back dining and patio atmosphere, offering an array of made-from-scratch dishes for breakfast, lunch, supper and brunch. Four locations: Galleria/Tanglewood, Memorial, Katy/Cinco Ranch and The Heights.
www.dishsociety.com
Ginger & Fork
Ginger & Fork offers modern, authentic Hong Kong fare with exquisite worldly craft cocktails. Delicious fresh vegetables available daily. Call now to make your reservation. Sunday & Monday private events only—book your next event with us.
4705 Inker St., Houston; 713-861-8883; www.gingerandforkrestaurant.com
Harold’s Restaurant & Bar
Locally sourced, always-fresh ingredients create the ultimate dining experience at Harold’s. Join us for lunch, brunch, supper and happy hour.
350 W. 19th St.; 713.360.6204; www.haroldsheights.com
Rudyard’s British Pub
Rudyard’s celebrates its 40th anniversary this year! Stop in for lunch and dinner and check out our rotating specials. We’ve got the best beer and cider selection and we make a stiff cocktail. Check out our events calendar. Open every day.
2010 Waugh Dr.; www.rudyardspub.com
Sonoma Houston
Sonoma Wine Bar & Restaurant offers variety with a warm ambiance and sophisticated service. Join us at one of our two locations for a seasonal and locally sourced menu and a tasting.
2720 Richmond Ave. and 801 Studewood St.; www.sonomahouston.com
SCHOOLS—Education
Blackwood Educational Land Institute
A nonprofit teaching farm in Hempstead, Texas, on a quest to model the indispensable role of restorative food systems in all our lives.
www.blackwoodland.org
The Village School
The Village School is a preschool–12th grade college preparatory private school located in the energy corridor. Discover more at www.thevillageschool.com or schedule a private tour.
281-496-7900; admissions@thevillageschool.com
SPECIALTY MEATS
44 Farms
44 Farms is the premier U.S. producer of ethically raised Angus beef. Founded in 1909 and still family-owned today, our ranchers produce Angus beef with no added hormones, antibiotics or artificial ingredients.
963 Private Rd. 44, Cameron; 254-697-4401; www.44farms.com
WELLNESS
Plant formulated, apothecary grade skin care. Shop online or visit us at Houston area farmers markets.
936-520-2324; www.enchantedformulae.com