Houston's Peli Peli Kitchen takes the term "fusion fare" to the extreme. Its menu combines elements of English, French, Dutch, Indian, and American cuisine. The result? An entirely new type of fare that, according to the people of Houston, is well worth a try.

The signature dish is the Peli, the eatery's take on South African peri-peri rotisserie chicken. Glazed with a sauce that emits both heat and subtle sweetness, the Peli chicken comes as wings or a half- or whole rotisserie chicken, and you can add sides to create a full meal. Pair your Peli with grilled cauliflower, truffle fries, and candied sweet potatoes to create a feast. You can also opt for one of the naan tacos (perhaps the smoked salmon or curried chicken) or dig into a classic banh mi sandwich stuffed with roast beef or pork belly. The options are eclectic and many at Peli Peli Kitchen in Houston, so you may want to return time and time again to try something new.

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The next time you’re craving some sophisticated comfort food, make plans to visit Urban Eats on Washington Avenue. The menu is full of crave-worthy American fare that is familiar to any frequent bar-goer but elevated by the chefs here. All items on the menu are either made in-house or by one of Houston’s popular bakeries. Popular items on the menu include the macaroni and cheese, the glazed Brussels sprouts, and the different slider and fry combinations that are available.

In addition to food, guests can order drinks from a full bar. Urban Eats serves brunch, lunch, and dinner and is open every day of the week for your dining needs. Note that the restaurant is only a half-mile from Siena at Memorial Heights. Will you be visiting this popular eatery soon?

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Winter isn't typically music festival season, but that's one of the perks of living in Houston—music festival season never really ends. On December 17th and 18th, the Day for Night Music Festival keeps the fun going in the city. From Björk to Chet Faker, the roster of performers is eclectic and lengthy.

Tickets start at $100 for a one-day pass, but you can also splurge on a full-weekend pass if you want to see the entire show. In addition to the headliners, Travis Scott, Kaskade, Odesza, and other indie performers are also part of the line-up. Music isn't the only thing on the itinerary, either. There are also displays by digital artists to complement the tunes, so allow some time to enjoy other kinds of art at the Day for Night Music Festival.

Day for Night Music Festival
When: Dec. 17 – 18
Where: Barbara Jordan Post Office, 401 Franklin Street, Houston, TX
Cost: $100
www.dayfornight.io
www.visithoustontexas.com/event/day-for-night-music-festival/43652

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