February 9, 2012 – 1:48 am
Following the Christmas and New Year’s festivities many think there is an uneventful period until Valentine’s Day. In Italy, “La Befana” and the start of “Carnevale”, help portray the diverse and colorful culture, also keeping people busy until Valentine’s Day….. LA BEFANA On the evening between the 5th and 6th [Read More]
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January 23, 2012 – 11:33 pm
♥ “When I saw you I fell in love and you smiled because you knew” – Shakespeare Il giorno della festa degli innamorati – Valentine’s Day in Italy was initially celebrated as an outdoor Spring Festival. Young people gathered to enjoy listening to music and the reading of poetry. Later [Read More]
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January 9, 2012 – 4:47 pm
It’s Playoff Time in Houston! Houstonfans are full-blown with anticipation and excitement to cheer on the Houston Texans as they host their first playoff game in franchise history. Football pride fills the city of Houston as fans show their spirit wearing Texan apparel while Houston rap artists Slim Thug [Read More]
December 14, 2011 – 11:14 pm
{Gluten-free Menu} Those who have searched the city for restaurants serving not only gluten-free cuisinesbut, items that are rich in taste and enjoyable look no further. Carmelo’s Ristorante offers numerous gluten-free dishes that can accommodate to every taste bud without losing the authenticity. All the dishes presented on the menu [Read More]
December 1, 2011 – 7:05 pm
‘Tis the Season Escape to Italy for the holidays, in either our Houston or Austin location. The atmosphere of the Italianate touches captures the Italian way of life. Carmelo Mauro, the owner of the restaurant, makes Carmelo’s more than just an ordinary restaurant with his warm hospitality, authentic freshly prepared [Read More]
November 17, 2011 – 10:57 pm
Sunday, November 20th 5-8pm join Christ Memorial Lutheran Family Social. We will donate 20% of the proceeds to the Christ Memorial Lutheran Early Childhood Learning Center. This will be a lot fun .. please call to make your reservations.
October 25, 2011 – 10:26 pm
On Friday, October 21 our Vintner dinner with Chef Tyler Stone was a great success, even though the liquid nitrogen had somehow evaporated, Chef Tyler wowed us all with his creations, here’s a photo of him with Carmelo toasting with his special St Germain drink:
September 29, 2011 – 10:36 pm
Join us on Thursday October 20 for a memorable evening of Barolos, Brunellos and Amarones with a matching delectable menu. All the fun will begin at 6:30pm $80 per person plus tax and gratuity Seating is limited so please call 281-531-0696 for your reservation. Saluti!
August 12, 2011 – 11:38 pm
At the Houston Italian Expo Carmelo’s was presented with the seal of “Ospitalita Italiana” by the Italian Government, recognizing our use of authentic Italian products and the preparation of authentic Italian cuisine.
August 12, 2011 – 11:37 pm
At the Houston Italian Expo June 3-5 Carmelo was voted “Maestro della Cucina 2011”