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Welcome to AM Intel in the time of coronavirus, a round-up of the city’s newest bits of restaurant-related intel. Follow Eater on Facebook and Twitter for up-to-date details on how COVID-19 is impacting the city’s dining scene.
Texans make $50,000 donation to Southern Smoke Foundation
On Sunday, the Houston Texans announced a $50,000 donation to Houston’s own Southern Smoke Foundation in an effort to “support Houston area restaurants and service industry workers impacted by COVID-19.” The Southern Smoke Foundation is currently accepting donations from restaurant workers and owners who have been financially impacted by the coronavirus, and has already begun disbursing funds to those in need.
Astros pitcher showcases local restaurants on Instagram
In an effort to get more people to support local restaurants, Astros pitcher Lance McCullers is using Instagram to show off the city’s finest eateries. Via his Instagram stories, McCullers chronicled visits to Riel, Local Foods, Benjy’s, and more locally owned establishments over the weekend. Check all the spots out in a highlight here.
Clark Cooper restaurants “consolidated” into Coppa Osteria
Amid the coronavirus crisis, Houston restaurant group Clark Cooper Concepts has closed Brasserie 19, The Dunlavy, and Punk’s Simple Southern Food temporarily. Fortunately for fans of those restaurants, they’ve been “consolidated” into Coppa Osteria (5201 Morningside Drive), and a limited menu from each spot will be available for pickup starting on March 23.
