Farrah Akhtar
Sr Community Director, Yelp Houston
Sr Community Director, Yelp Houston & Greater Houston area
Articles by Farrah Akhtar:
It’s An All New M&S Houston – Uptown
It was an all new M&S Uptown experience for Houston Elites! Formerly known as McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood and Steaks, the wildly popular restaurant has rolled out a new name, updated menu, look and modern concept at its Uptown location with plans to expand these exciting changes to its remaining Houston locations and across the… Read more
It’s Sweet To Be Elite With Candytopia Houston
Want a taste of the sweet life? Enter the world of Candytopia! Greater Houston Elites experienced the all-immersive candy-meets-art exhibit featuring 14 curated rooms, 9 candy sampling stations, and photo opps galore! photo by Kandis J, Yelp Elite The exhibit, which made its Houston debut on June 14th, was curated and brought to realization by… Read more
Yelp Helps With Houston Humane Society
Yelp is all about community, and Greater Houston Elites could not have been more excited for June’s Yelp Helps volunteer opportunity with the Houston Humane Society. photo by Helene S, Yelp Elite The NPO offers numerous ways for the community to volunteer their time and services, and at our June 1st event, Elites were able… Read more
Greater Houston Elites At Outback Steakhouse
Outback Steakhouse was eager to reintroduce some of their “Aussie Favorites” to the Yelp Elites, so much they hosted two events for the Greater Houston squad. At both events hosted in Webster on May 15th and Katy on May 29th, Elites were treated to a multi-course seated experience with cocktail and beer pairings. First course… Read more
Elites at Galveston Island Brewing
photo by Truc T, Yelp Elite It doesn’t get better than a sunny Saturday afternoon on Galveston Island – unless you add local beer! Galveston Island Brewing welcomes Yelp Elites to a tour and tasting of their famous brews. Upon arrival, Elites checked in via their Yelp app, redeemed a complimentary beer, and crafted their… Read more
Aloha Woodlands – Tommy Bahama
Tommy Bahama in The Woodlands, Texas recently revealed their renovated look, and they invited along the Yelp Elite Squad for a special springtime sneak peek experience. Chef Anthony Regalado prepared a multi-course spread with goat cheese bites, burrata crostini, and shishito peppers; next up were the achiote crusted hangar steak, hot chicken sliders and a… Read more
Breakfast Cocktails with First Watch – Kirby Commons
As First Watch continues to expand its locations throughout Greater Houston – and Texas – a new standout is its Kirby Commons location in Pearland, Texas, which is the first location to feature breakfast cocktails at the daytime cafe. photo by Mary O, Yelp Elite To celebrate, First Watch hosted the Yelp Elite Squad on… Read more
Yelp Fit Club at Shaka Power Yoga – Cypress
Greater Houston Elites get fit with it at Shaka Power Yoga in Cypress, treating their mind, body and soul with a warm yoga session lead by owner and instructor Jenny Normand. The studio opened its doors in December 2018 in the Bridgeland community, and is rapidly growing in popularity with its Hawaiian-inspired decor, workshops and… Read more
Yelp Fit Club At DEFINE Body & Mind – The Heights
Foodies love fitness! Yelp Fit Club was invited to experience a spin class at DEFINE body & mind in The Heights Houston. “I love the Yelp Fit events because it always proves that this community is more than just about food. It’s about living the best, fullest life,” Elite Yelper Sarah S shares. She adds:… Read more
Houston Elites Biz Lunch At Roka Akor
Japanese fine dining restaurant Roka Akor invited Elites to experience their new $24 prix fixe business lunch. The first course offered choice of tuna tataki, yellowtail sashimi, charred heirloom tomato salad, or mizuna salad; second course offered choice of prime New York strip steak, salmon teriyaki, mis marinated black cod skewers, 6 piece sashimi set,… Read more