Houston is Home to One of the Largest Celebrations of African Diaspora

Hungry? Here’s what Houston’s eating this week.

🌮 Quarter-Life Crisis Leads to Famous Tacos

I first heard about Tacos Doña Lena on TikTok and have since been counting the days until I can try it. Angel Cabrera reportedly opened the taqueria on a quarter-life crisis whim, not foreseeing the national accolades and viral videos it would go on to earn. Despite the national attention, the hole-in-the-wall restaurant remains humble and I, for one, can’t wait to experience it. [Chron]

🥤 When Rap and H-E-B Come Together

Boozy things can happen. New Orleans rapper Juvenile announced earlier this year that he was partnering with Houston-based Urban South Brewery to release a brand of spiked Arnold Palmer drinks — a mix of iced tea and lemonade. Now the rapper is working with H-E-B to offer “Juvie Juice” at their grocery stores. [KHOU 11]

🇳🇬 A Place to Celebrate Nigerian Independence Day

Houston is set to host one of the largest celebrations of the African diaspora later this year. The “Chopd & Stewd” festival will take place in downtown Post Houston on September 30, leading up to Nigerian Independence Day on October 1, and will feature food, music, and a marketplace. Festival founder and ChòpnBlọk owner Ope Amosu hopes the fest will showcase Houston and become a space for “the diaspora to reconnect.” [Eater Houston]