WHAT'S PUCCI?

Luxurious new pet boutique and cafe pampers in Katy with patio, bakery, and haute dog designs

Katy is revved up with the Pucci opening.

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Katy-area residents eager to give their fur babies their best lives now have a chic new option. Pucci Café & Pet Boutique has opened in Katy’s bustling LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch destination.

Highly anticipated in the community since it was announced last year, the new store and cafe boasts a 2,500-square-foot, multi-level, pet-friendly patio overlooking Cinco Ranch Lake. A fenced-in, supervised dog run and play area lets doggos spend their day cavorting while their parents spend their money in the store/cafe.

About that store/cafe: Humans can shop doggy spa products that are promised to be free of genetically modified organisms and harsh chemicals. Other high-end wares include bejeweled collars, pet jewelry, exclusive dog carriers, couture clothing, and more.

Extra attention was paid to interiors; those were designed by acclaimed Houston firm gin design group. Curvy millwork, accent lighting, and cascading greenery evoke a European vibe, mixed with plush textiles in jewel tones with houndstooth accents. A vertical living green wall blooms at the entrance (owners may want to keep their pooches from spending too much time here, hint-hint).

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Pucci boasts an expansive patio for pets and parents.

As for the cafe, two-legged patrons can sip coffees, teas, specialty beers, and wine, and nosh pastries, charcuterie board items, and other sharable options. Pups can delight in the gourmet dog bakery, where tasty, specialty treats await.

Owners Maria and Bobby Davidson hope to entice area shoppers to lounge in the cafe as well as the expansive patio. Aside from a remote, bring-your-dog-to-work space and after-work hangout, Pucci promises a spot for those customized dog birthday parties and “Gotcha Day” celebrations.

Pucci will operate with limited hours for the next two weeks (9 am to 7 pm), with updates to follow.

“Think of Pucci as a destination to pamper your dog and experience delicious beverages on the lakeview patio with your pup,” said Maria Davidson. “Luxury, inviting, fun — we have it all.” Another selling point: 5 percent of every sale goes to support rescue efforts.

Now that’s some swag to make ‘em wag.

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Pucci Café; 23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd., Suite N200 in Katy. For more information or to shop online, visit www.puccicafe.com.

no more trips to Colorado

Bill to legalize marijuana in Texas filed by Dallas Democrat

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Texas Rep. Jessica González (D-Dallas) has filed a bill to legalize recreational marijuana in Texas. House Bill 1208 would legalize the cultivation, manufacturing, transportation, and sale of cannabis.

The bill would allow adults 21 and older to use, possess, and transport up to 2.5 ounces of marijuana for personal use. Adults could also keep up to 10 ounces of cannabis in their residence, as long as it is stored in a secure location.

Smoking or consuming cannabis while in a public place or in a car on a public road would not be allowed.

Gonzalez filed the bill in mid-November, one in a suite of bills that also included expanding insurance coverage for in vitro fertilization for LGBTQ couples; and requiring landlords to disclose all fees before a rental lease is signed.

Her bill was filed prior to an initiative launched by Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick on December 4 to ban THC products in Texas entirely.

In addition to legalizing recreational use, the bill also makes provisions for its production and sale including requiring that the packaging be child-resistent and clearly labeled, so that it's not confused for candy.

Businesses looking to grow, transport, test, or sell cannabis would need to be licensed by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. A 10 percent tax would be imposed on the sale of all cannabis and cannabis products. Some of the profits would go towards funding public schools.

If passed, the bill would take effect on September 1, 2025.

Medical cannabis is currently legal in Texas under the Texas Compassionate Use Program, which allows low-THC cannabis to be prescribed for conditions such as epilepsy, MS, autism, cancer, and post-traumatic stress disorder.

Some cities have also approved decriminalization for the possession of four ounces or less of marijuana, including Austin, Bastrop, Dallas, Denton, Elgin, Killeen, and Lockhart.

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