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Laura Landsbaum

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The Woodlands
As seen in: PaperCity Magazine, Business Insider, MSN Deutschland, Yahoo News, Flipboard, Houston Business Journal, Business Insider Deutschland, Yahoo, NewsBreak, Community Impact Newspaper, Weddings in Houston
Covers:  Restaurants, local business, community events
Freelance writer, HS Journalism teacher, mom

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Laura Landsbaum’s Biography

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Landsbaum lives in and covers The Woodlands for PaperCity The Woodlands, and the north Houston area, as a freelancer for Community Impact magazine, Business Insider, The Atlantic and Weddings in Houston. She's lived in The Woodlands since 1996.

Landsbaum taught high school journalism for 20 years.

Laura Landsbaum’s Journalist Portfolio

The Incredible True Story of Dosey Doe, The Woodlands' Wholly Unique Big Barn of a Music Venue

The Incredible True Story of Dosey Doe, The Woodlands' Wholly Unique Big Barn of a Music Venue

Originally slated to be a coffee house when it opened in 2006, Dosey Doe's big barn owes its music venue begi…

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Swanny's Grill combines golf, gourmet dining in North Houston

Swanny's Grill combines golf, gourmet dining in North Houston

Swanny's Grill is a family-friendly spot, which is just what owners Matt and Joan Swanson wanted, with kids o…

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Laura Rullkoetter

Laura Rullkoetter

The Atlantic covers news, politics, culture, technology, health, and more, through its articles, podcasts, vi…

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Astros Sideline Reporter Julia Morales Pulls Off a Fashion Double Play, Growing Her Baseball y'al...

Astros Sideline Reporter Julia Morales Pulls Off a Fashion Double Play, Growing Her Baseball y'al...

Astros were gearing up for a World Series run last year, Astros sideline reporter and Texas proud Julia Moral…

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Astros and Astronauts Team Up For Exciting New Store Opening in The Woodlands - Breitling Orbits ...

Astros and Astronauts Team Up For Exciting New Store Opening in The Woodlands - Breitling Orbits ...

The new Breitling boutique watch shop in The Woodlands opened on Market Street with astronaut brand ambassado…

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Articles

The Woodlands’ New Showcase Tower Draws an Art and Luxury Loving Crowd — Partying at 1 Riva Row

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By Laura Landsbaum
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1/19 MaRS Culture founder Kelie Mayfield with Howard Hughes’ Kim Lan, Travis Guinn, Carrie Martin, Jim Carman, Brooke Jones, Jordan Watson and Amanda Switalski at 1 Riva Row. (Photo by Johnny Than) The pool deck at 1 Riva Row was the center of the party, with views of The Woodlands Waterway. (Photo by Johnny Than) Wolfgang Puck catering at 1 Riva Row in The Woodlands. (Photo by Johnny Than) Suzie Williford, Chas Daniels and Amy Willis toured the outdoor spaces at 1 Riva Row.
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The Chef of Chefs Is Crowned At Another Memorable Wine & Food Week in The Woodlands — All the Winners and Best Moments

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By Laura Landsbaum
| PaperCity Magazine
The 22nd annual Wine & Food Week in The Woodlands ended with some telling chef wins. Chef Mary Bass captured the coveted Chef of Chefs title and a $5,000 cash prize at the Grand Tasting & Chef Showcase. Bass impressed the judges with her jumbo Gulf mojo shrimp. Her winning dish combined black bean puree and Oaxacan sesame sauce, topped with tomatillo and cotija. Second place and a $750 cash prize went to Chef Paul Friedman of The Chef’s Table for his sticky pork belly.
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“We Want Messi!” Chants Go Unanswered at Texas A&M, But My 86-Year-Old Dad Still Loved the Supersized World Cup Tease

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By Laura Landsbaum
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Culture / Sporting Life “We Want Messi!” Chants Go Unanswered at Texas A&M, But My 86-Year-Old Dad Still Loved the Supersized World Cup Tease Some Icons Are Cheered Even When They Don't Play Save Article COLLEGE STATION — As regulation time wound down, those remaining in the crowd of 91,102 soccer fans that took over Texas A&M’s mammoth football stadium started chanting “We want Messi! We want Messi!” as one.
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What was your first job as a journalist?

In the communications department for a Regional Bank writing press releases.

Have you ever used a typewriter?

Yes! I own several, just for decoration.

Who's your favorite fictional journalist?

Rita Skeeter

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