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Downton Abbeywithout Cousin Matthew?! We hope not.

In honor of Happy Endings' premiere tonight, Esquire interviews star Casey Wilson.

With every royal wedding comes amazing royal hats.

Why is Natalie Portman's mascara ad banned in the UK?

The Metropolitan Museum of Art has made hundreds of catalogs available online.

Apple introduces new iPad, Macbook and more; Gizmodo gives more details on the highly anticipated iPad mini.

12-year-old Ryan Gosling was just as adorable:

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Editor's note: It's time to recap the top stories on CultureMap from this past week.

1. Houston chef with Michelin-star cred opening new Heights restaurant. Formerly the pastry chef for Goodnight Hospitality, chef Shawn Gawle has big plans for the Heights.

2. 20 Houston restaurants making Thanksgiving easier with to-go meals. Our list include steakhouses, French fare, barbecue, and more.

3. Twin burger and taco restaurants coming to Memorial City area in 2025. Two of Houston’s favorite casual dining spots are making their way to Memorial.

4. Gluten-free Austin restaurant picks River Oaks for first Houston store. The restaurant serves healthy bowls that include vegan and vegetarian options.