crepe expectations

New York-based bakery takes the cake with new flagship store in Houston

Lady M's flavors include Amedei Chocolate.

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A bakery that sells eye-catching, Japanese-inspired crepe cakes is expanding its presence in Houston. Lady M will open its second Houston-area location this Wednesday, August 14.

Located at West on West, the Asian-influenced shopping center at 12270 Westheimer Road, the new Lady M joins restaurants such as South Korean bakery Paris Baguette and Tsujita Artisan Noodle, a Tokyo-based ramen shop known for its dipping noodles, as well as Asian grocery store 99 Ranch. It joins Lady M’s location at the Galleria that opened last year.

Unlike the Galleria location that’s relatively compact and only has a couple of tables for dining, the new Lady M is the company’s largest outpost in the country. With almost 2,800-square-feet, it has plenty of room for shoppers to take a cake home or to dine in on a slice while sipping coffee or tea. Crystal chandeliers give the space a luxurious atmosphere.

“Our new Westchase location marks a significant milestone for Lady M,” CEO Ken Romaniszyn said in a statement. “Houston has always been a city that appreciates fine cuisine, and we are delighted to bring our largest boutique yet to this vibrant and diverse community. We are confident that our customers will love the exclusive offerings and unique experiences that this new space provides.”

Lady M cake slices Buy a whole cake or a slice.Courtesy of Lady M

Based in New York, Lady M’s signature Mille Crêpe Cake is made with 20 layers of crepes. Flavors include classics like the Signature Mille Crêpes and Green Tea Mille Crêpes as well as chocolate, pistachio, tiramisu, and mango. Lady M also offers other sweets such as a strawberry shortcake cake, passionfruit cheesecake, and a berry tart. Seasonal flavors such as the upcoming passion fruit and Earl Grey cakes keep things fresh.

In an interview with CultureMap last year, Romaniszyn explained how the cake’s delicate flavor has helped it win fans nationwide.

“One of the biggest compliments we get is ‘I don't like desserts, but I like Lady M.’ We really focus on the ingredients,” Romaniszyn said. “We don’t have to put a lot of sugar into our cakes to mask any bad stuff. We’re using really high end ingredients to bring out the flavor profile. I think that’s why we’re able to reach a broad base of dessert lovers and non-desserts.”

The bakery opens daily at 11 am. For more information, visit Lady M’s website.

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free soft serve for all

Johnny Carrabba now serving Southern comfort food at new Bellaire locale

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Mia's Table is now open in Bellaire.

A fast casual, family-friendly Houston restaurant has arrived in Bellaire. After a two-week soft opening, Mia’s Table is now open full time in the Bellaire triangle.

Located in the former CounterCommon space at 5413 Bellaire Blvd, the new restaurant is Houston’s seventh Mia Table, joining the original on Kirby Dr. as well as stores in Memorial City, Shenandoah, Katy, and more. An eighth location will open in Sugar Land later this year. Beginning this Saturday, February 14, the restaurant will be open its regular hours of 11 am-9 pm daily.

Houston restaurant legend Johnny Carrabba opened the first Mia’s Table in 2012. Unlike his pioneering Italian restaurant Carrabba’s that offers full service and an upscale environment, Mia Table is a family friendly, counter service restaurant that serves classic, Southern-inspired fare. Diners know it for dishes such as burgers, salads, chicken fried steak, and chicken tenders. In addition to the relatively affordable prices, families appreciate the free soft serve ice cream.

“At Mia's Table Bellaire, our focus is simple: serving great comfort food with genuine Southern hospitality in a welcoming, family-friendly environment,” managing partner John Cahill writes in a note on the restaurant’s website. “While this location already holds a special place in the neighborhood, we're proud to bring the consistency, care, and heart that guests have come to expect from every Mia's Table.”

Cahill adds that he grew up in Bellaire and has been with Mia’s Table since June 2014. Prior to opening the Bellaire location, he served as managing partner of the restaurant’s Bay Area location in Webster.

In addition to Mia’s Table, Bellaire recently welcomed the second location of Candente, Houston’s only Michelin-recognized Tex-Mex restaurant.

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