November: Neighborhood Gem Dinner

Korean Noodle House 10016 Long Point Rd., Houston, TX, United States

Arranged by Hannah Im ‘94, November’s “Neighborhood Gem” meal offers supremely satisfying noodles, kimchi, bulgogi and other Korean treats.  As always, meals are pay your own way.  Please register at least one week in advance at http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f094ba9ac2ca31-neighborhood1.

December: Neighborhood Gem Lunch – Design Your Own Sushi Roll

SushiPop 9770 Katy Fwy # 100, Houston, TX, United States

Arranged by Danetta Beaushaw ’88.  Take a quick break from holiday shopping on the west side of town at this counter service, casual Japanese spot that allows you to design your own sushi roll.  As always, meals are pay your own way.  Please register at least one week in advance at http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f094ba9ac2ca31-neighborhood8.

J-Term: Neighborhood Gem Lunch – Mediterranean

Fadi’s Mediterranean Grill 4738 Beechnut, Houston, TX, United States

Fadi’s Mediterranean Grill, 4738 Beechnut (Meyerland location) Arranged by Priscilla Jane Huston ‘64, January’s “Neighborhood Gem” meal will help you get your New Year off to a healthy start!  As always, meals are pay your own way.  Please register at least one week in advance at http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f094ba9ac2ca31-neighborhood2.

February: Neighborhood Gem Dinner – Italian

Giacomo’s Cibo E Vino 3215 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX, United States

Arranged by Lisa Dell’Angelo ‘83, February’s “Neighborhood Gem” meal will feature handmade Italian cuisine.  As always, meals are pay your own way. Register at: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F094BA9AC2CA31-neighborhood9

April: Neighborhood Gem Dinner – Ethiopian

Blue Nile 9400 Richmond Avenue, Houston, TX, United States

Arranged by Raluca Dalea ’01 and Niki Roberts ’06, April's “Neighborhood Gem” meal features the glory of the collective meal.  Come enjoy amazing Ethiopian stews and injera bread.  As always, meals are pay your own way.  Please register at least one week in advance at http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f094ba9ac2ca31-neighborhood6.

May: Neighborhood Gem Dinner – Tex-Mex

Gringo’s Mexican Kitchen 3005 Kirby Dr, Houston, TX, United States

Arranged by Julie Baskin Brooks ‘81, May’s “Neighborhood Gem” meal celebrates fajitas, chile rellenos and carne guisada.  As always, meals are pay your own way.  Please register at least one week in advance at http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f094ba9ac2ca31-neighborhood5.  

June: Neighborhood Gem Lunch Buffet – Indian

Sitar Indian Cuisine 25701 I-45 #12, Spring, TX, United States

Arranged by Nicole Shanklin ‘98, June’s “Neighborhood Gem” meal features an Indian buffet and hookah lounge in the Woodlands.  Halal/Zibiha. As always, meals are pay your own way.  Please register at least one week in advance at http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f094ba9ac2ca31-neighborhood7.

July: Neighborhood Gem Lunch – Mexican

Escalante’s 5900 Meyerland Plaza, Houston, TX, United States

Arranged by Margarita Arentsen-Landgren ‘92, July’s “Neighborhood Gem” lunch offers inventive salads and tableside guacamole in addition to Tex-Mex and Mexican favorites.  As always, meals are pay your own way.  Please register at least one week in advance at http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f094ba9ac2ca31-neighborhood3.

August: Neighborhood Gem Lunch – Palestinian Fried Chicken

Al Aseel Grill and Café 8619 Richmond Ave, Houston, TX, United States

Arranged by Danetta Beaushaw’88, August’s “Neighborhood Gem” lunch is home to the fried chicken that Southern Living crowned as its Best Fried Chicken in the South – International Award.  As always, meals are pay your own way.  Please register at least one week in advance at http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f094ba9ac2ca31-neighborhood4.