Here’s a look at this weekend’s tasty food and drink happenings:
Truth BBQ X Craft Pita Easter Smoked Lamb at Craft Pita
Friday–Saturday
5172 Buffalo Speedway, 1920 Fountainview
Back for the fifth year, Craft Pita’s Raffi Nasr and Truth BBQ pitmaster Leonard Botello are collaborating once again for their Easter Smoked Lamb. Craft Pita will serve smoked lamb shawarma sandwiches and smoked lamb rice bowls, available only at the Fountainview and Buffalo Speedway locations on Friday, April 18 and Saturday, April 19. The shawarma stacks and rolls smoked lamb, lettuce, tomato, red cabbage, spicy aioli and pickles; while the bowls pack smoked lamb, rice pilaf, tabbouleh, pickled turnips, red cabbage, cucumber yogurt and pita bread.
Saturday, 1 to 3 p.m.
1731 Westheimer
Barcelona Wine Bar invites guests to The Old World Uncorked, a walk-around tasting party and unique opportunity to “try the cellar” of its award-winning wine program. Focused in wines from European regions with long, established winemaking traditions, including from the islands, coasts and mainlands of Spain, Portugal, Italy and France, the tasting will also be accompanied by seasonal paella and passed tapas, bites and snacks. Tickets are $65 all-inclusive.
Easter Sunday Dining
Sunday
Still figuring out your Easter Sunday plans? Whether you’re after a family-friendly bunny brunch, a fancy dinner, or just want someone else to do the cooking, we’ve got you covered. Check out our roundup of Houston spots serving up Easter specials this weekend in Houston’s Easter Sunday Dining Guide.
Sunday, 2 to 5 p.m.
401 Franklin
POST Houston is serving up culture and flavor with MUNCHIZU: The Taste of Asia, a one-day celebration highlighting the rich food traditions of Korea, Taiwan and Japan, held in the X Atrium from 2 to 5 p.m.. Expect complimentary bites, live cooking demos and a jam-packed lineup of performances—from a Korean fashion show to a thunderous Japanese Taiko drum set. Tickets are $10.
4/20 Snacks and Sips
Sunday
Whether you’re celebrating 4/20 with tasty bites, infused brews or baked goods (of all kinds), Houston’s got your munchies covered. Check out our guide to where to eat, drink and chill this 4/20.
