Houston, We Have a Problem (But Not the Kind You're Thinking Of)
Ah, Houston. The city of space cowboys, sizzling fajitas, and...wait a minute, can you actually buy liquor on Sundays here? Buckle up, because this is where things get a little messier than a rodeo after a two-step competition.
The Sunday Blues (But Not the Stevie Ray Vaughan Kind)
Let's face it, Sundays are for brunches that last longer than a Texans game (sorry, die-hard fans) and unwinding with a refreshing beverage. But if that beverage involves something a little stronger than a mimosa, you're outta luck, friend. Texas law dictates that liquor stores have to take Sundays off, along with Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day. Seems Santa gets all the good booze, while the rest of us mere mortals have to fend for ourselves.
So, What Can a Parched Houstonian Do on a Sunday?
Don't despair, thirsty souls! There's still hope for your boozy Sunday dreams:
- Wine and Beer to the Rescue: Unlike their hard liquor brethren, beer and wine stores are happy to serve you after 10 am on Sundays. Stock up on some bubbly for your brunch or grab a six-pack to watch the sunset. Just remember, wine with a higher alcohol content than 17% gets cranky after 10 pm any day of the week, and won't be available on Sundays at all.
- Restaurants and Bars: Your Sunday Savior (with a Side of Fries) Head to your favorite watering hole and enjoy a lovely Sunday Funday complete with expertly crafted cocktails or a nice glass of wine. Just remember, some places might have limited hours on Sundays, so check before you head out.
- Emergency Stockpile: This might be the most crucial tip. Be a responsible Houstonian and stock up on your favorite liquor before Sunday rolls around. Think of it as your own personal survival kit for those unexpected cravings.
A Toast to a More Liquored-Up Sunday (Someday)
Here's hoping that one glorious day, the Sunday liquor gods will shine upon Texas and allow us to freely purchase our poison of choice. Until then, we'll just have to make do with our brunch mimosas and strategize those emergency stockpiles. But hey, at least we have great food, good company, and maybe even some leftover margaritas from Saturday night to tide us over. Cheers to that!
