A $100 million restaurant acquisition may reshape the future of GEN Korean BBQ House locations in Houston. Chubby Group plans to pair the existing Korean barbecue experience with its wagyu-focused approach as it expands nationally. Read more: chron.com/food/article/gen-k…

What a great week at @IMEX_Group America! The Houston team met with more than 600 clients, showcasing the exciting momentum in our destination, from the new GRB South to the latest experiences and properties across the city.

By pairing premier dining experiences with hospitality-driven amenities, developers are helping create more vibrant and engaging urban districts. Read more: houstonfirst.com/news/how-ho…

A separate networking reception with the Houston Texans gathered fans and partners for some Texas hospitality ahead of Sunday’s game at Wembley Stadium. #HoustonToLondon #NFLLondon #HoustonTexans

On the first day of Houston First’s mission to London, the organization met with members of the British Chambers of Commerce to discuss collaboration and strengthen ties between the two regions.

This year’s keynote speaker is Daniel Lamarre, Former President and CEO, and current Executive Vice Chairman of the Board, Cirque du Soleil. Learn more and register: stateofthevisitoreconomy.com…

Learn more about this position and other open roles: houstonfirst.applytojob.com/…

Houston First is advancing efforts to grow international visitation and strengthen global connections through strategic tourism and business initiatives in London and Mexico City this week. Read more: houstonfirst.com/news/housto…

Chefs from this area and across the country cooked at this year’s Southern Smoke Foundation Festival, which $2 million to support emergency relief and no-cost mental health services for hospitality workers nationwide.

As confidence in business travel rebounds nationally, Houston is seeing encouraging signs at home, with increased business-based hotel room nights pointing to continued momentum for the city’s hospitality sector. Read more: houstonfirst.com/news/busine…

.@untitledfairs Houston returns to the George R. Brown Convention Center this weekend. The contemporary art fair "doesn't just bring a world-class fair to Houston, it unfolds into a whole ecosystem of creative experiences and artistic discoveries." papercitymag.com/arts/untitl…