Jan 3, 2026 | 11:00 am
Editor’s note: It’s time to look back at the top Houston news of the week, including a surprise restaurant closure and a new Hill Country osteria with Houston ties. Plus, a roundup of New Year’s Eve parties and some of our favorite new bars of 2025. Catch up on our most popular stories below, then visit this guide to the weekend’s best events.
1. Houston restaurant vet serves up Roman-style eatery in the Hill Country. Houstonians know Valerio Lombardozzi from his time at La Table an Tavola, but he’s taking his talents to Fredericksburg, where he’s opening Bottega Salaria, a homey Italian osteria and artisan market.
2. Coastal-inspired Houston restaurant will shutter after 3 years in Montrose. Closing the restaurant allows the Big Vibe Group to focus on its two flagship concepts, Coppa Osteria and Flora…