Wandering around Rice Village, an unexpected find. A Cheese Affair…read more What a delicious shop! A Cheese Affair is a French-style gourmet cheese shop filled with fromage from across the globe. The artisanal cheeses are so delicious. Nice to sample a few of the cheesemomger's favorites. They also have beautiful cheeseboards or make your own. They have a wide selection of crackers, jams and even French wines. Will definitely be back. Would make a great place for a Yelp event. Hint, hint.

The beautiful blue facade sets the stage for a memorable experience. From the moment you walk into…read moreA Cheese Affair, you know you've happened upon a rare, well curated, independent specialty retailers in Houston. The store is practically a museum to cheese. The selection is broad but not overwhelming. The owner and staff create an atmosphere that celebrates a genuine love for fine cheese. They offer an efficient education in cheese and can pinpoint a recommendation based on any way you describe a preference. A Cheese Affair is one of the many reasons Rice Village is a haven for unique, sole proprietor retailers, operated with passion.

A new hidden favorite cheese and specialty chocolate shop in Old Town Spring…read more After a sunny afternoon of walking around these cute shops, we landed on owner Season wonderful cheese Paradise. Season offered a cheese tasting with 2 types of aged cheddar 12 years and 9 months, a few soft cheeses including the aged cheddar cheese spread ( which we could not resist and took some home). We also tried the dill goat cheese and goat cheese with chocolate chip. The small but beautifully laid out cheese boutique has an area for tastings in the back with specialty pretzels and fudge. Would highly recommend and we will next time we visit Spring.

Cheese. Italian tiralli crackers. Chocolate. My favorite…read morethings to bring me in to this Old Time Spring shop. A nice offering from Season the owner for a cheese board tasting and we were hooked. We learned a bit about different types of aged cheeses and even some pairings. Had to get some crackers from Italy and soft spreadable cheeses for home. Plan on returning next time visit Spring for an event or for more delicious items. Recommend:A+

This is my 2nd time visiting this cute Hawaiian styled cheese store in Spring…read more They have expanded and still offer free cheese samples and even a few items such as homemade chilled. Cheese on sourdough. The owner is so friendly and she knows customer service, could not resist buying a few Hawaiian items from her . She shared her roots were from Switzerland although she had lived in Hawaii .( hence the name of her shop ). Could feel the Aloha vibes and will return next time in Old Town Spring.

As a true Yelper, the word FREE and SAMPLES always stand out…read more Walking down old spring town and browsing the cute shops, I came across a sign of free cheese samples. As I do enjoy the charcuterie gives I made my way to Big Island little cheese. I was greeted by the sweetest ladies, Monique and Tamara. While other customers finished shopping I browsed @ the store and view all their cute gems. As I make my way to the cashier side Monique offer the cheese samples and they were all delicious. They have soft and hard cheese. Some are unique, all tasty. Smoke Gouda was my fave although it seems like the Wasabi might be the most popular here. They also have delicious and I mean delicious soft serve pineapple ice cream. Has such a delicious pineapple flavor and melts right in your mouth. They even have cheese classes.

I ordered a charcuterie board for my 9 year old's birthday party. It was beautiful and delivered on…read moretime and very courteously. All the parents stayed to graze. The quality was really good. Really great service. I will probably order more in the future!

They made an excellent charcuterie board for the engagement party I was organizing. I was happy to…read moreallow them to decide what would go into the board, since I am not familiar with charcuterie foods and did not want to be stuck with option paralysis. We ultimately loved the cheese and fruit selection - there were some interesting cheeses in there that we were glad to get to try. Pick-up was smooth and timely. I would use them again for special occasions in future.

Came by to sample their weekly cheese rotation and somehow walked out with more than planned (zero…read moreregrets). We ended up leaving with the Salva Cremasco (my BF's pick) while I chose a random interesting-looking cheese called Screamer--because sometimes the mystery pick just calls to you. Half the fun here is getting to try cheeses you'd probably never think to bring home otherwise. The Salva Cremasco was surprisingly easy to love. Mild, buttery, and savory in a way that felt approachable rather than intimidating, with a smooth semi-firm texture that got creamier as you ate it. At first, it tasted very clean and milky with a light nuttiness, but the finish had this subtle earthy, almost mushroomy/vegetal note that kept things interesting without ever becoming funky or sharp. It felt like the kind of cheese you accidentally keep cutting "one more slice" of until suddenly... half of it is gone. We were also sold on trying the FLUFF Bake Bar cookies made with goat milk, which honestly felt very on-brand for the whole experience. Dangerous place for impulse purchases--but in the best possible way. What really keeps making this place memorable, though, is the people. I love the knowledgeable and warm welcome we always get from the staff. Even on a visit that barely lasted 15 minutes, they somehow still made the experience feel memorable--like you stopped by to chat with people who genuinely love what they do and want to share it with you.

I can't believe I've lived in Houston for this many years and never stopped by Houston Dairymaids…read more I learned that they're the backbones of many restaurants' cheese selections, and I had to trace it back to the origin. A small, discreet shop with a backyard-like parking lot, it's unassuming on the outside but full of character on the inside. Upon entering, you're welcomed with samples of the five cheeses of the week, generally going from soft to firmer and stronger. Their cheeses are displayed in a small fridge, but you can always request varietals ahead of time if you've got something in mind. We bought blue cheese they had on sample (the "Ewe Calf to be Kidding" from Wisconsin, a triple-milk (sheep, cow, and goat)) and the last of their Capricorn Goat Blue cheeses for about $10/piece. Since they rotate out their cheeses weekly, it may become a regular stop on our weekend grocery trips (they mention that many people do that). They also mentioned that their wines rotate out and they have a good relationship with local distributors to understand what pairs well with their cheeses. They also let you start an account so that you can keep a history of all the cheese you buy. You better bet that I signed up. They're celebrating their 20 year anniversary in Houston. I wish I had come earlier to experience some of those years. It's got to be a cornerstone of Houston cheese and probably the among the best cheesemongers in Houston.

TL;DR: Pearland has a wine bar, y'all! Support local!…read more The name is an attention grabber! I first learned of TBTBTCBM during HRW last summer. I was immediately intrigued, especially since they're located in Pearland. It took a few months after HRW before I was finally able to try them out. Take Out: I've done take out a few times. The first time, I ordered at the restaurant. It took about 20-30 minutes for the food to be prepared. Miranda was so nice and offered me water while I waited. She was very friendly and personable. The next two times, I ordered online. My order was ready when I arrived both times, however the second time I arrived, service was extremely slow. I was in a hurry and didn't feel well so I left a little annoyed. Food: Cucumber Shooters - Really tasty! I enjoyed the walnuts and cream cheese. Deviled Eggs - The flavor changes monthly. The first time I had it, the flavor was olive and I didn't care for it. Nutella Board - I ordered a catering size for a party and it was a hit with the party goers. Smoked Salmon - I loved it! It came with an everything bagel, cream cheese, and an assortment of veggies. I had enough food for three days. Dine In: We were the only patrons in the restaurant. It's not a large place, but it was a little awkward because our server could hear our entire conversation. There was a music playlist going, but the volume was low. Our server Cassundra was very nice. She made great suggestions on food and wine and assured us that the amount of food we ordered would be plenty. Wine: We ordered a bottle of Pratello Catulliano. This was our first time trying Lugana wine. You could taste the lime and apple, and it was on the drier side. Cassundra told us that they did a wine and Girl Scout cookie pairing and the Pratello Catulliano paired nicely with the Shortbread cookie. I enjoyed it so much that I ended up buying a bottle to go. We also had a glass of the house white wine which we enjoyed. Food: Butter Board - This was extremely tasty! It's whipped butter with hot honey, garlic cloves, rosemary, and sea salt. The contrast of sweet, salty, and savory was excellent and I loved the flavor of the rosemary! It came with focaccia bread. Deviled Eggs - The flavor this month is dill pickle. They were much better than the olive ones I had a few months prior and I would definitely order this flavor again! The Pearland - This charcuterie board is one of their most popular. There was a nice assortment of meat, cheese, crackers, and fruit. I actually liked the beet crackers with the salami and sharp cheddar. TBTBTCBM never seems to be busy when I visit. It is hidden in the same shopping strip as the discount movie theater. Part of me likes that it's sort of a secret, but I want this business to do well. It's nice to have a wine bar in town and not have to drive to Friendswood, Houston, or Missouri City.

I haven't had the pleasure of dining in, but the takeaway boards have been a great experience…read more After husband brought home the Charlotte for date night in, we got the Autumn board to take to our neighbors. They were blown away! The selection is good, and even when we got the veggie board, there weren't any bites that got tossed in the trash either from being damaged or extra. One comment, I was picking up a board and trident appreciate a 20% tip automatically being added. Tips are discretionary. While I was able to remove it, several days later I'm still a bit turned off.

If I could I would give this place ten stars. I joined their Crave & Save rewards program and am…read morelooking forward to my next romp in Historic Montgomery. The service was exceptional. The cheese was sliced to order, so very fresh. They had all sorts of unique things to make a charcuterie tray and many other unexpected items (like dog butter)! Friendly vibe. Check them out. Worth the drive from HTx.

They carry a lot of genuine Amish products and cheeses you can't find anywhere else. They have some…read morecheeses I've never tasted before and their aged cheddar tastes really really good. If you think you've tasted cheddar and not that impressed, try one of theirs. They will let you taste something before you buy and very good service. Really great ambiance too.

This place felt like home. This was our fourth place of the night. This was the first place that…read morefelt right. Ashley was our server and was amazing. So nice and knowledgeable and friendly. I had the radish dish and it was amazing. Looking forward to going back! The ambiance was really nice and comfortable too.

While waiting for our reservation at Rosie Cannonball, we stopped in here for some wine and a small…read moreappetizer. We asked the staff for a suggestion and loved the red wine that they picked. We also appreciated that the appetizers were unique! The staff was friendly and helpful but service is a bit slow. We ordered the butter and radishes which I thought was so unusual and yet it was delicious! Would order this every time we came! Will definitely come back - a nice little stop for wine!

The customer service at the dairy is exceptional. People there helped me find several different…read morecheeses, meats, and dairy products that fit my style and budget. She was patient, offered thoughtful suggestions, and made sure I was happy with my purchases. All the dairy products were delicious and as long as she said they would and even longer. I'll definitely be back!"

I'm not sure what's going on with this place but the quality really seems to have gone downhill…read morerecently. The milk doesn't stay fresh nearly as long as the raw milk I get from other places in the area and the eggs are comparable to the cheapest eggs at the grocery store, nowhere near the quality you would expect from a farm. They do have the cheapest prices in town but you seem to get what you pay for.

Perfect southern comfort food! The portions are HUGE, only finished one dish between two people…read more Inside of the restaurant was adorable and well kept, it has that southern rustic vibes you see in the movies. The staff were friendly and helpful. very excited to come back to try more of the menu.

For a restaurant that specializes in burgers, I expected a little more. Nothing was bad, but…read morenothing really blew me away either. As much as I hate to say it, I've had better burgers at Red Robin. Again, the food wasn't bad--it just didn't live up to my expectations. I would have liked to see more loaded fry options, additional burger customization choices, or even a few signature house sauces to help set them apart. The most disappointing part of the visit, though, had nothing to do with the food. I repeatedly saw the cooks come out to the front to get drinks while still wearing the same disposable gloves they were using in the kitchen. They were touching drink machines, counters, and other surfaces before returning to food prep. Seeing that raised concerns about their food safety and sanitation practices. Overall, it wasn't a terrible experience, but it wasn't memorable enough to make me want to come back, especially with so many other great burger options nearby.