Sando Paradise

The Top Spots in Houston for a Great Sandwich

Whether you want a banh mi, po'boy, or a classic deli sub, these restaurants have you covered.

03/25/2025 By Claire Anderson, Sofia Gonzalez, and Brooke Viggiano

Happy Wallets

Things to Do in Houston (That Are 100 Percent Free)

End-of-the-month budget blues got you down? You can still have totally free fun at plenty of amazing local spots like the Rothko Chapel and the East End.

02/18/2025 By Claire Anderson, Jessica Lodge, and Daniel Renfrow

NO WORK, ALL CLAY

Take These Houston Pottery Studios for a Spin

Have an artsy weekend with the fam or some friends, or spin the wheel on date night…you can even reenact that scene from Ghost.

09/11/2024 By Claire Anderson and Meredith Nudo

Shop ’Til You Drop

Where to Spend a Fun Day of Shopping in Houston

From historic streets to new shopping centers, here's where to go for retail therapy.

07/24/2024 By Claire Anderson and Sofia Gonzalez

Jewish History

What to See and Learn at Holocaust Museum Houston

HMH features fascinating temporary exhibitions, special events, and one of the largest research libraries in the country.

07/03/2023 By Claire Anderson and Zoe Sayler

Flavorful Read

Masala Blends a World of Delicious Flavors

Pondicheri Chef Anita Jaisinghani shares her life with food in recent cookbook.

01/10/2023 By Claire Anderson

NEW YEAR, NEW EVENTS

Kick Off 2023 in Houston with One of These 8 New Year’s Day Events

Think the party has to end just after midnight? No way!

12/28/2022 By Claire Anderson

HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE

11 Boozy Gifts for the Budding Mixologist in Your Life

Gift, drink, and be merry.

12/21/2022 By Claire Anderson and Alexia Partouche

ARCHITECTURE WATCH

Houston Endowment’s New HQ Is Pioneering Eco-Friendly Architecture

A new endowment for Houston Endowment.

12/19/2022 By Claire Anderson

NO SCHOOL, NO PROBLEM

Winter Break Camps for Kids Looking to Paint, Play, and Learn This Holiday

Looking for somewhere to drop the kids off this holiday break? Check out our list of winter camps in Houston.

12/15/2022 By Claire Anderson

NOT SO SILENT NIGHT

Christmas Caroling in Houston 101: Where to Go, How to Join

This Christmas in Houston just got jollier.

12/01/2022 By Claire Anderson

WELL-MANNERED FRIVOLITY

We Spent a Night at Hogwarts at the Harry Potter Yule Ball

Can’t make it to Platform 9 ¾ this winter? No worries: Hogwarts has come to Houston.

11/30/2022 By Claire Anderson and Rosemary Akpan

Hot & Spicy

Where to Get the Best Chili in Houston

We know your family recipe might be better, but try these local options on lazy winter days.

11/22/2022 By Stephanie Bartels and Claire Anderson

BARBIE GIRL

Kendra Scott's New Barbie Collab Has "You" Written All Over It

Become a Barbie girl (in a Barbie world) with Kendra Scott’s latest collab.

11/17/2022 By Claire Anderson

HOLLY JOLLY HOUSTON

5 Major Houston Performances to Catch This Holiday Season

Have a holly jolly holiday with one of these Houston theater performances.

11/17/2022 By Sofia Gonzalez and Claire Anderson

‘TIS THE SEASON

Keep It Cozy with Houston’s 11 Best Hot Chocolate Spots

Ho, ho, ho, and a bottle of… er, cup of hot cocoa!

11/14/2022 By Anna Rajagopal and Claire Anderson

TROT YOUR STUFF(ING)

6 Turkey Trots Happening in Houston This Thanksgiving

How about a quick marathon before you sit down for your holiday meal?

11/10/2022 By Claire Anderson

WINTER WORKOUT

11 of Houston's Best Gyms for Every Kind of Workout

Find your new favorite fitness routine at one of these Houston gyms.

11/09/2022 By Claire Anderson

FUN FITNESS

9 Spots for Unique Fitness Classes in Houston

Dance, fly, or fight your way to fit with these unique Houston fitness classes.

11/02/2022 By Claire Anderson

Go 'Stros

12 Trendy Astros Items to Show Off Your Hometown Pride

From super cute sleep sets to a custom Starbucks cup, these gifts are a home run for the Astros girl.

10/17/2022 By Danielle Wright and Claire Anderson