15th International Risotto Festival

A gourmet culinary event, the Risotto Festival includes an afternoon of delicious Italian foods and wonderful wines. This year, the festival benefits Second Servings of Houston. (Photo: Daniel Ortiz Photography)

The 15th International Risotto Festival will be held on Sunday, Nov. 14, 2-6 p.m. at The Houston Design Center. This gourmet strolling event includes an afternoon of delicious Italian foods and wonderful wines including samplings of antipasti, tastings of all risotto entries, Italian music and entertainment, exotic car display, activities for kids and designer showroom tours. Some of Houston’s top chefs will be competing in this year’s competition.

Since its founding in 2000, this popular charitable event has raised more than $750,000 for worthy causes. This year, the festival benefits Second Servings of Houston.