On the line for Lent

One of the oldest observations on the Christian calendar, Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, taking place this year on Feb. 14.

A time of reflection through penance and sacrifice, Lent honors a period Jesus retreated to fast and pray. With many Houstonians abstaining from meat on Fridays in this 40-day time period leading to Easter Sunday, look for a number of restaurants to enhance their fish offerings to accommodate special dietary needs, like Luby’s.

The landmark cafeteria with 18 locations around the city will showcase a menu of options ranging from fried fish and blackened tilapia to baked almondine.