A new Italian eatery, Avanti Italian Kitchen & Wine Bar, opened its doors Dec. 30 in Creekside Park. The restaurant launched under the Orioli family, owners of The Woodlands' Via Emilia on Kuykendahl Road. Avanti is located at 8540 Creekside Forest Drive, Ste. C-100, and features a mix of traditional and modern Italian offerings including dishes such as frutti di mare, grilled Mediterranean bass and braised short rib. The restaurant also serves beer and wine, available by the bottle, glass and in flights. 281-377-1777. www.avantiitaliankitchen.com