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Carlos Brandon

  • Blogger and Freelance Columnist, Freelance
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Carlos Brandon’s Biography

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Freelance columnist and blogger living in Houston, Texas.

Regular contributor for Local Houston Magazine, and soon to be contributing to Texas Living Magazine.

Areas of focus are music, food, tech, and the arts.

Check out my column, OPEN, in Local Houston where I discuss three new restaurant or bar openings in Houston each month.

Carlos Brandon’s Journalist Portfolio

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FUTURE PROOF - Local Houston Magazine

FUTURE PROOF - Local Houston Magazine

When oil prices hit rock bottom in 1986, the city of Houston followed suit. By the end of the 80s oil bust, H…

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ON PURPOSE - Local Houston Magazine

ON PURPOSE - Local Houston Magazine

TOBE NWIGWE is an enigma. The lyrics and tone of his music tell the story of a difficult upbringing in Alief,…

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OPEN - Local Houston Magazine

OPEN - Local Houston Magazine

My monthly take on 3 of Houston's newest and most exciting eateries.

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THE BAYOU BLUES: - Local Houston Magazine

THE BAYOU BLUES: - Local Houston Magazine

A tribute to the rich history of Blues musicians from Houston that helped shape and influence the genre, as w…

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THE DAPPER DEFENDER - Local Houston Magazine

THE DAPPER DEFENDER - Local Houston Magazine

I sit down with Kareem Jackson of the Houston Texans to discuss his love of fashion, shoe collections, and a …

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PERFORMING LIKE A PRO - Local Houston Magazine

PERFORMING LIKE A PRO - Local Houston Magazine

Houston Texan Brian Peters discusses how Hurricane Harvey affected him personally and how he and his teammate…

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Where to Dine on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day in Houston for 2022

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By Carlos Brandon
| Houston Food Finder
Maybe you are far from family this Christmas, or maybe you’ve had enough of yours. Or, perhaps you and your family are simply looking to start a new tradition, one that involves less cooking and more dining, less cleaning and more cocktails. Whatever the case, we’ve compiled our list of Houston’s best restaurants for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day dining. Christmas Eve Dining a’Bouzy, 2300 Westheimer: Make this Christmas Eve a boozy one.
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Where to Get Christmas Food To Go in Houston for 2022

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By Carlos Brandon
| Houston Food Finder
There’s nothing quite like the satisfaction of a chef-made, worry-free holiday meal enjoyed in the comfort of your own home. Give yourself an extra helping of holiday cheer this year by leaving the cooking to the pros. We’ve compiled our top picks for Christmas takeout from the Houston-area’s best restaurants and bars. These festive dishes will give your family a Christmas to remember.
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Restaurants, Shops and More Offering Black Friday Deals in Houston for 2022

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By Carlos Brandon
| Houston Food Finder
POSTED: November 22, 2022 8:21 am   /   BY Carlos Brandon   /   comments (0) Black Friday is upon us once again. This year, it’s on November 26, and the frenzy will begin as early as Thanksgiving night for some eager shoppers, then continue through the weekend and into Cyber Monday. While this is the best time of year to splurge on a new TV or replace that old washer that wakes the neighbors, why not take the opportunity this year to spend locally and support a small Houston business?
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