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Nahui Seafood serves Mexican coastal flavors in The Woodlands area

David de la Mora, chef and co-owner of Nahui Seafood, said he opened the restaurant in August 2023 to offer his community quality seafood that would be accessible to the average consumer.

Quote of note: “We focus on offering Mexican seafood dishes focusing on our hardworking Mexican-American locals that work in landscaping, construction and in the kitchen and struggle to attain luxuries like seafood and yearn for their homeland’s seafood Mexican staples,” restaurant administrator David Valle said.

What's special about it: The family-owned restaurant is operated by The Woodlands area residents, husband and wife duo de la Mora and Ana Valle alongside their son, David Valle. Formerly located in Spring, David Valle said the eatery relocated to The Woodlands to better serve their community.

On the menu: With ingredients imported from Mexico and seafood sourced from the Pacific Ocean, de la Mora creates authentic Mexican seafood dishes. The Chargrilled Aguachile is amongst the eateries most popular dishes and is made with shrimp cured in lime juice, grilled peppers and housemade black sauce.

 
Coming Soon
Waygood Coffee to bring its espresso-based drinks to The Woodlands area in late June

At this drive-thru only location, customers will be able to enjoy menu fan favorites like the Waygood Latte, James Brown or the Seaside Shakerato, a salted vanilla shaken espresso with an extra espresso shot.

Before you go: Jalili said after its soft opening, the coffeehouse plans to celebrate its new home in the community with “Waygood Week,” a seven-day promotion where customers will be able to meet the team, purchase half-off drinks and participate in prize raffles.

  • Opening in late June
  • 3713 College Park Drive, Conroe

 
Latest Education News
Conroe ISD reviews rising costs, decentralization plan for special education department

On June 16, the Conroe ISD board of trustees discussed the district’s special education department's increasing costs and student population as well as an update on the district's “homecoming plan,” which will return students to their zoned neighborhoods.

The discussion: Kendra Wiggins, CISD executive director of special education, presented the annual special education update to the CISD board. CISD currently serves 12,282 special education students, which makes up 17% of the total student population. Along with that, there are 5,977.

Section 504 students—students are students who have a history of disability or who are perceived to be disabled—make up 8.3% of the total student population.

 
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Free waterpark admission, car simulation: 6 Father’s Day celebrations to attend June 20-21

Here are six events happening in and around the Greater Houston area, June 20-21, to celebrate Father’s Day.

This list is not comprehensive, and events are subject to change.

Houston Zoo Father’s Day Event
The Houston Zoo is hosting a Father's Day weekend event with special ticket packages, giraffe feedings and family activities June 20–21

  • June 20-21, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
  • $99 for two guests
  • 6200 Hermann Park Drive, Houston

Long Weekend
Long Weekend, a cowboy cuisine & sports bar, will offer a special Father’s Day promotion and menu specials June 21. The first 25 dads through the door will receive a complimentary gift courtesy of Still Austin Whiskey Co. 
  • June 21
  • Menu special prices vary
  • 2044 E. TC Jester Blvd., Houston

Big Rivers Waterpark and Adventure Park Father's Day Deal
Big Rivers Waterpark and Adventure Park will offer free admission to fathers with the purchase of another ticket. A free beer or soft drink will be included with admission.
  • June 21
  • Free (admission)
  • 23101 Hwy. 242, New Caney

 

FOODIE FRIDAY
Check out these new restaurants and bars opening across the Houston area.

Wonder Pops opens first permanent location in the Heights

Wonder Pops opened its new service window and patio space at 428 West Cottage St., Houston, on June 3, founder Karla Rosa Garcia confirmed.

The fruit popsicle shop is based in the Heights and vends at farmers’ markets and private events throughout Houston.


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🍕 Anthony & Luca's Pizza Kitchen opens first Texas shop in Cy-Fair
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🥟 The Dumpling Zone opens at Metropark Square
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🍗 Peruvian restaurant Urban Brasa now open in Katy
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🥐 Common Bond Coffee and Bakery now open in Spring
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Gangnam BBQ & Sushi serves all-you-can-eat Korean barbecue, sushi

Manager Jay Kwon said when local Korean barbecue enthusiasts craved sizzling meats grilled tableside, they often had to travel outside the community to find it.

In August 2025, Kwon said that ended with Gangnam BBQ & Sushi, an all-you-can-eat Korean barbecue eatery founded to fill the gap in Korean barbecue. The aroma of marinated meats sizzling over tabletop grills and fresh sushi rolls arriving at the table fill the lively atmosphere. Unlike the typical Korean barbecue experience, Kwon said diners at Gangnam BBQ & Sushi can get both all-you-can-eat barbecue and sushi.


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