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Up from the Bayou.

By GALLAGHER, AURORA
Publication: Cheers
Date: Friday, June 1 2001

Big City Houston pulses with a unique Texas beat.

Boomtown Houston of the past was infamous for brawling and duelling. Today, the fight is to be noticed, and Margaritas, Mojitos, and Martinis are the beverage weapons of choice. As new nightspots and restaurants open at a furious pace, each throws down a gauntlet it hopes will be taken up by a city that loves to go out at night.

The competition is intense and razorous. But not rancorous. Those in the restaurant and bar business become as excited about the opening of a new place as anyone else. Contributing to

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