Live in the lap of luxury at the Arabella high-rise condominium building that sits just next to Houston's River Oaks District and three blocks from The Galleria. Apartment 1201 is currently listed for $3,180,000 by Cesar Estafan of Douglas Elliman Real Estate. This condo is unique to the building's other offerings because of its floor plan. As one of the first buyers in the building, the owner was able to have the developer combine a one-bedroom unit with a three-bedroom unit to create a spacious place. The 3,584-square-foot home has four bedrooms, three full bathrooms and a half-bathroom. An elegant living room is separated from the dining space by a large glass-encased column. A wall of windows shows off the condo's views of downtown Houston, which seems endless thanks to glass balcony rails. The kitchen has its own sitting room space that could be used for a variety of purposes, whether that's to enjoy cocktails with friends or help complete the night's homework. … [Read more...] about $3.2 million River Oaks condo comes with gorgeous views of downtown
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Where to get your Mediterranean food fix in Houston
The murky Gulf Coast doesn't exactly conjure images of the Mediterranean, but being the foodie city that it is, Houston sure puts its footprint on the region's staple fare. Greek-style chargrilled octopus? Houston has it. Street eats from lamb gyro and falafel to za'atar spiced flatbreads? Houston has it. Impossibly smooth, oh-so dreamy hummus? Houston has that, too. The Bayou City's finest Mediterranean restaurants have it all. If you're ready to delight your taste buds, here's where to find the best Mediterranean food in Houston. Al Quick Stop Don't be fooled by its no-frills exterior. This neighborhood bodega has been a Montrose staple for more than 30 years, adding a second outpost in the Heights last year. Work your way through its stable of Mediterranean street eats: shawarma and pickles wrapped in warm pita with a slather of zippy garlic sauce; beef and lamb gyro in bowls, wraps or piled high on top of fries with a drizzle of hot sauce and tzatziki; and a silky … [Read more...] about Where to get your Mediterranean food fix in Houston