Creativity in the Bayou City

The Best Time to Visit Rice's Twilight Epiphany Is ... You Guessed It .... Dusk

Sure, nothing gold can stay, but check out the cerulean blues and brilliant tangerines of this James Turrell public art piece in the evenings and early mornings.

02/04/2021 By Emma Schkloven

Date night 

10 Ways to Have a Romantic, Social-Distanced Valentine’s Day

Pull off a grand romantic gesture without getting sick. 

02/03/2021 By Gwendolyn Knapp and Catherine Wendlandt

Eat at Home

What We're Ordering Out This Week: Bento Boxes and Outstanding Pho

With cooler weather comes more comfort food. What, can you blame us?

02/03/2021 By Timothy Malcolm

Big Moves

Lucille's Chris Williams Announces New Hospitality Group and New Restaurants

Get ready for a number of new spots, including one run by James Beard semifinalist Dawn Burrell.

02/03/2021 By Timothy Malcolm

Night Rider’s Lament

The 2021 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Is Officially Cancelled

Looks like the pandemic’s knocked another RodeoHouston out of the saddle.

02/03/2021 By Catherine Wendlandt

Creativity in the Bayou City

The Story Behind those Mosaic Pillars at Emancipation Park

Elements of Change, completed in January of 2020, relays the story of both the park and its founders.

02/03/2021 By Emma Schkloven

Somm Talk

Let's Push Non-Alcoholic Drinks to the Next Level

Where to score zero-proof beer, spirits, and wine, and why they're great for the drink industry.

02/02/2021 By Justin Vann

The Funny Pages

Nick Anderson’s Second Act

The Pulitzer-winning editorial cartoonist is reclaiming his voice, outside of newspapers.

02/02/2021 By Emma Schkloven

Mask up one and all

Face Masks Now Required on All Public Transportation

The CDC is ordering folks to wear face coverings on planes. trains, and in automobiles (and don't forget the ferries).

02/01/2021 By Catherine Wendlandt

Something New

Theodore Rex Chef Is Taking Command of the Restaurant with a 3-Month Pop-Up

Kaitlin Steets will launch Littlefoot, a tasting-menu restaurant, in the acclaimed space.

02/01/2021 By Timothy Malcolm

Sponsored Content

Exemplary St. Thomas Scholars Earn Acclaim in 66th Annual National Merit Scholarship Program

Zachary Bryant ‘21, Dylan Michaels ‘21, Noah Mims ‘21, and Zachary Voltz ‘21 have earned semifinal acclaim in the 66th annual National Merit Scholarship Program.

02/01/2021

Stonks

Food News: Tilman Fertitta's Restaurants are Going Public

Plus, Urban Harvest is pivoting from its annual fruit tree sale to a whole festival.

02/01/2021 By Timothy Malcolm

Weekend Escapes

The Best Texas Getaways for Valentine's Day

The beach, the golf course, a library filled with fresh roses? We've got some ideas for lovebirds.

02/01/2021 By Gwendolyn Knapp

Hot Hotels

A Trip to the New Conrad Punta de Mita Is in Order

Tired of the same old WFH scenery? Change it up in Mexico.

02/01/2021 By Jayme Lamm

basically A Meal

Beer News: It's Imperial Stout Time in Houston

This week a number of breweries are releasing hefty rich chocolate, oatmeal, and peanut butter stouts.

01/29/2021 By Timothy Malcolm

Modern Family

On the Market: A Contemporary Show Home on Lots and Lots of Land 

“It’s like the country in the city out there."

01/29/2021 By Laura Furr Mericas

are these for me?

Treat Yourself (or Someone Else) with These 6 Romantic Gifts

Give your boo a teddy bear or break their heart ... literally.

01/29/2021 By Raven Wuebker

Ahoy, matey

5 Things to Do This Weekend, Jan 29–31 

Finish out the month by exploring Galveston’s historic ships or enjoying some of the best classical music has to offer.

01/29/2021 By Brittany Cristiano

A new act begins

Stages Announces Major Staff Changes

As Managing Director Mark Folkes bows out, Eboni Bell takes centerstage as Inclusion, Engagement and Training director.

01/28/2021 By Catherine Wendlandt

Ah, the glitz and glamour

5 Jewelry Pieces Your Partner Will Fall in Love with This Valentine’s Day

Because nothing says “I love you” like diamonds.

01/28/2021 By Adrianne Reece