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Small Houston restaurant with big heart collects supplies for Venezuela earthquake relief
By Bill Barajas at KPRC 2 Click2Houston (NBC) - Local
· July 2, 2026
· 3 min read
It’s been nearly a week since two earthquakes devastated Venezuela, and rescuers are still pulling people — and animals — from the rubble.As the need for help continues to grow, several Houston-area groups are stepping up to collect and ship supplies to those affected.Among them is a small restau...
Key takeaway We were raised and born in Caracas,” Sandra Sarshalom said.
Why this matters in The Bellaire
The efforts of Gusto Gourmet, a small Venezuelan fusion restaurant in the Greenway/Upper Kirby area, to collect supplies for Venezuela earthquake relief, demonstrate the strong ties between Houston's international community and their countries of origin. As a city with a significant Venezuelan population, Houston is likely to see more local initiatives like this one, where residents are driven to help their homeland in times of crisis. The fact that the restaurant is working with local groups, such as Metabox Cargo in Katy, to ship supplies to Venezuela, highlights the importance of community networks in facilitating relief efforts. The specific focus on collecting medical and baby supplies also underscores the critical needs of those affected by the earthquakes. As the situation in Venezuela continues to unfold, it will be worth watching how Houston's Venezuelan community, including businesses like Gusto Gourmet, continues to mobilize and support relief efforts.
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Category: business ·
Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Click2Houston (NBC) - Local ·
Reading time: 3 min
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