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Thanh Tofu draws on generations of skill
Seven years ago, tired of layoffs in the oil industry, Lan Pham and her husband Khanh Nguyen began to dream of selling a product that’s been in steady demand for 2,000 years. My husband’s family makes tofu in Viet…
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My Viet Inc. supports international strivers
When Huyen “Tacy” Nguyen opened the Houston branch of her international business in 2022, the occasion resembled an intricately arran…
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Iman Academy grows as the choice of diverse families
For Dr. Batoul Abuharb, enrolling her oldest child at Iman Academy was a full-circle moment. A student there when the school was just get…
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Why Alpha Bakery gets A+ rankings for Vietnamese sandwiches
“This is it,” a teenage girl told her friend one night, pausing in front of Alpha Bakery and Deli in Hong Kong City Mall. “This is…
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Revered Karate instructor moves to larger space
When looking for a new location for his International Martial Arts Association Houston dojo, Sensei Patrick Richoux didn’t want to stra…
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Chez Michelle fires up African flavors
A bead of sweat trickled down Michelle Boyomo’s face as she stood over a smoking grill and cooked tilapia into a staple known in Camero…
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Sheriff’s PAL program enriches the lives of young people
To many people, the mention of law enforcement conjures up images of cops chasing bad guys, locking up crooks or handing out tickets. But…
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Meet HPD’s new Asian community liaison
As the Houston Police Department’s Asian new community liaison, Officer Loc Tram is no stranger to residents in the city and especially…
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HPD lion dancers preserve tradition with enlivenment ritual
The costumed Chinese lion dance, a vibrant and ancient tradition, is a captivating spectacle that has mesmerized audiences for centuries.…
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New HOPE Clinic expanding to provide “one-stop” care
The three-story HOPE Clinic opened only six months ago in Alief and it’s already drawing an influx of 20 to 30 new patients a day. At 1…
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Entertaining combo: All-you-can-eat Korean BBQ & hot pot
Korean BBQ restaurants and hot pot restaurants are trending along the Bellaire Boulevard corridor, meaning that more customers are learni…
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District funds college scholarships for 4 outstanding AISD grads
From funding extra security patrols to promoting new businesses, removing litter and displaying public art, the International Management …
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Spotlight shines on district’s Vietnamese breakfast speciality
Last year, comedian Mo Amer put Alief in the national glare with his Netflix TV series called “Mo.” Alief scenes and cultures are the…
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