A detail of Hodge's 'Dixieland'
Fans of Atlanta hip-hop duo Outkast will recognize the title for each exhibit. “I just love how those two names were appropriate for the body of work I’m making,” says Hodge. “But they’re not really linked to the albums.”
Hodge is known for his mastery of collage, using hand-cut, vintage photos to unpack historical and cultural narratives that some politicians are desperate to eliminate from children’s schoolbooks. His work connects back to the French surrealists and the politically charged, WWI-era photo montages of the Dadaists — although Hodge’s style is distinctly his own.
For example, “Dixieland” contains vintage images of Black people in subservient and buffoonish roles, and what is likely a white man in “Black face” strumming a banjo, all hovering above the mustached, basketball-shaped head of a man smoking a cigar, looking like some being you encounter upon successfully surviving a video game. (Look closely, and you will spot the head of Miles Davis, his expression somewhere between bemusement and exasperation.)
'Dixieland'
The title of the second exhibit, The Love Below, which opens Nov 17, refers to the fate of the Sugarland 95 — convicts leased and forced into labor just after the Civil War and whose remains were discovered in 2018 in several unmarked graves. “I thought about those bodies underground, and the people that loved them and didn’t know what happened to them,” says Hodge. “The title The Love Below led me in the direction toward what I wanted to say with these shows.”
The texts in these new paintings come from poet Deborah D.E.E.P. Mouton, who collaborated with Hodge and Scott for Unearthed to give voice to the Sugar Land 95. While he and Scott have known each other since high school, before Unearthed, Hodge only knew Mouton by reputation. “She’s amazing,” says Hodge. “She’s like, the ultimate professional!”
Hodge is aware that when children and teenagers view his work, many of the images, people, and historical references may be new for them. As the father of an 11-year-old girl, Hodge hopes to inspire young viewers to investigate and learn more about what they see in his collages and paintings.
“That’s an obligation I don’t mind carrying,” says Hodge. “There are so many people in history who should be honored, who have a really great story that’s not mainstream or in traditional schoolbooks. People who have the potential to be forgotten if I don’t do my job.”
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CRU Food & Wine Bar
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Dads like brunch too! And many love wine, so reserve ahead at this handy neighborhood wine bar for chef-driven fare paired with the perfect vino. On the menu, look for smoked salmon, classic steak and eggs, and asparagus risotto.
Feges BBQ
Fire up Dad’s Day at the Spring Branch outpost of this family favorite on June 18 for a day of BBQ, drinks and fun for the whole gang. Miss Kathy's will be serving snowballs, there will be plenty of activities and snacks to entertain the kiddos, and drink specials for the adults. Order the Feges BBQ platter with brisket, ribs, turkey, sausage and your choice of 3 sides and dessert ($50), or a Father's-Day-only two-meat plate with 2 sides ($20).
Georgia James
Georgia James (photo by Duc Huong)
The award-winning concept from Underbelly Hospitality is known for a mouthwatering selection of cast-iron-seared steaks, which will be available along with a few one-day-only specials. Executive Chef Greg Peters’ menu includes starters like stone crab claws and roasted quail stuffed with braised wild boar. Consider Dad-approved entrees like a 14-ounce prime rib sourced from 44 Farms (pho spiced au jus, wilted Swiss chard, fresh grated horseradish), or antelope tenderloin and frites.
Dish Society
Dish Society's Breggy Bomb burger
All locations of Dish Society as well as sister restaurant Daily Gather will each offer a version of a special burger featuring Astros third baseman Alex Bregman’s winning Breggy Bomb BBQ sauce. Daily Gather’s double Breggy Bomb burger is topped with Swamp Sauce-slathered brisket, bacon sharp Cheddar and crispy onion strings on a potato bun — and served with fries, naturally ($22).
Goode Company
Goode Company
The Texas classic is bringing back its Chocolate Bourbon Brazos Bottom Pecan Pie in partnership with Milam & Greene Distillery. Order online today for shipping nationwide. The decadent pie serves up to 10 people (starting at $45).
Hamsa
Hamsa’s Abba special pairs the ideal duo: a hangar steak and an Old Fashioned cocktail ($55). Popular sides at the modern Israeli restaurant include hummus, turmeric potatoes and cauliflower couscous.
Hidden Omakase
Hidden Omakase (photo by Jenn Duncan)
Hidden Omakase is offering a bonus course for adventurous papas who come in on Father’s Day: an A5 Wagyu Larb hand roll. Other chef-chosen surprises might include foie gras, otoro or ebi. There are only two seatings per night so snag a spot via Resy ($175/person).
Loch Bar
Loch Bar
If the father-figure in your life is a seafood lover, lock in reservations at swanky Loch Bar in the River Oaks District. In celebration of the holiday, the restaurant will be serving a special Surf and Turf for $70, featuring an eight-ounce filet and crispy lobster tail with bourbon brown butter. The seafood tower is a festive choice for the table to share.
Los Tios
Los Tios (photo by Rachel Alyse)
With six locations including the newest West University location, it’s easy to locate this upbeat Tex-Mex staple. Guests can dig into a Tex-Mex Father’s Day breakfast from 10am-2pm with favorites like Los Tios omelet, stack of pancakes and migas, plus a Michelada on special for $6. Or come for dinner and kick things off with a frozen ’rita.
Pappas Bros. Steakhouse
Ribeye at Pappas Bros.
Both locations will be open for dinner on Father’s Day — or give your wine-loving dad the ultimate gift by reserving a spot for the annual Dads & Cabs wine tasting events, at all steakhouse locations. Expect a lineup of world class cabernets hand-selected by Pappas' team of trained sommeliers. Guests can expect to taste at least 12 expressions of cabernets from around the world. Two locations and two dates, $150 per person: Houston Galleria, June 15, 5:30-7pm and Houston Downtown, June 16, 5:30-7pm.
Xochi
Xochi
Treat Dad to a culinary trip to Oaxaca, Mexico, with Xochi’s award-winning Sunday brunch buffet ($55 per person; $15 for kids). Brunch is served 10am-2:30pm, including a buffet-style dessert table and live music. Don’t miss one of the specialty cocktails or mezcals at this chic spot near Discovery Green.
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