Just You Watcha Yauatcha

Musicians, artists, socialites and then some (and dim sum) all turned out for the Grand Opening soiree at Yauatcha near the Galleria recently. Even dragons dragged themselves out of extinction for this distinctive event that had partygoers raving.

With dozens of highly touted restaurant and nightclub concepts under its belt, the Hakkasan group has mastered the art of throwing a great party. The Michelin-starred contemporary dim sum teahouse Yauatcha boasts nine locations globally — with Houston being the sole spot on the continental U.S. Why Houston? Sure, it’s because (insert complicated business lingo), but maybe just ‘cuz we’re cool.