Although the building languished in development limbo for years, this first exposure to the restaurant's new look and culinary offerings suggests it's been worth the wait.
Led by Executive Chef Jaime Gonzales, Carriqui will focus on South Texas foodways, including fresh seafood from the Gulf and Rio Grande-inspired botana platters.
The Hughes home in Tobin Hill, which was once on the path toward demolition, has been purchased by chef Andrew Weissman and preservationist May Chu, who plan to convert the first floor into a wine-and-cheese bar.
A nearly 6,000-square-foot Monte Vista mansion that blends historic details with modern elegance underwent a steep, $200,000 price cut late last month.…