Houston Restaurant Weeks begins Aug. 1. The Chronicle food team has put together their recommendations on where to eat.

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Instructions for the Frosting Add the mascarpone cheese, cold heavy whipping cream, honey, vanilla paste (or vanilla extract), and salt to the bowl of a stand mixer with the whisk attachment.

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This easy cake can be your go-to for birthday cakes or weekend baking.