Coffee shop Serene Beans opened Oct. 13 at 1512 Avenue C, Katy. The store offers a variety of both hot and iced coffee options as well as four smoothie flavors.

Serene Beans features an indoor space and a back patio, and it also sells crafts such as candles, coffee mugs and snacks to go. 281-391-4480. www.serenebeans.com