The Book of Life

Finding Poetry in the News

Rice professor Joesph Campana's new book of poetry mines history from the pages of Life magazine.

04/08/2019 By Olivia Flores Alvarez

First Bite

Sip Gin and Savor Seafood at the Sleek New 1751 Sea & Bar

From the team behind The Pit Room comes a shiny dinner spot for the raw and the cooked.

04/08/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

Party Up

Food News: The Houston BBQ Festival, Southern Smoke Spring & More This Week

Plus, Noon Mediterranean is now Daphne's Mediterranean, with a revamped menu.

04/08/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

A Real Gem

Celeb-Loved Jordan Alexander Jewelry Launches Houston Showroom

Theresa Bruno, who's designed high-end pieces worn by Oprah and Michelle Obama, is putting down roots—and giving back—in Houston.

04/08/2019 By Abby Ledoux

Go Texan

Why You Should Start a Pocket Prairie in Your Yard

You—yes you—can help Houston with flood mitigation.

04/08/2019 By Emmanuella Aina

#TakeItBack

In Photos: Astros Edge A's in Home Opener

The 'Stros and fans alike were excited to be back at Minute Maid Park.

04/06/2019 By Marco Torres

Paws up

Should You Be Allowed to Own a Tiger? This 11-Year-Old is Telling Her Representatives 'No'

The Missouri City resident testified in Austin this week in favor of a bill prohibiting ownership of wild animals.

04/05/2019 By Morgan Kinney

A New Vision for Midtown

Melbourne’s lanes, Houston’s way.

04/05/2019

Fitness Friday

CycleBar Is Coming to the Heights

The indoor cycling franchise will expand its Inner Loop presence with a new studio at the forthcoming Market at Houston Heights development.

04/05/2019 By Abby Ledoux

Happy Birthday To You

Beer News: Celebrate Four Years of 11 Below Brewing

Plus, a brüt IPA that helps raise awareness of the role of women in breweries.

04/05/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

Happy Trails

If There’s One Thing You Do Saturday, Head to Mason Park for Bayou Greenway Day

Celebrate the Bayou Greenways Initiative at this super fun and free festival.

04/04/2019 By Gwendolyn Knapp

Well Heeled

Sarah Jessica Parker Is Hosting a Warehouse Shoe Sale for MD Anderson

The Sex and the City star is bringing thousands of shoes from her SJP by Sarah Jessica Parker collection at deeply discounted prices to benefit the hospital.

04/04/2019 By Abby Ledoux

BYOB

5 Things You Must Do This Weekend, April 5–7

Astros, author talks, and light and art festivals await.

04/04/2019 By Morgan Kinney

First Look

Mina Ristorante, Formerly Borgo Food Station, Is Ready to Open

A couple's Italian market is now an eatery with full dinner service.

04/04/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

Fight Night

Actors Square Up for The Royale at Rec Room

Based on the life of Jack Johnson, the award-winning play will test the limits of its performers and audience.

04/04/2019 By Holly Beretto

Meatless Every Day

At Soul Food Vegan, Is No Meat No Problem?

Trying a Cajun Beyond Burger and other plant-based delights at this new Third Ward spot.

04/04/2019 By Joanna O'Leary

April Flowers

This Weekend in Design: Anniversary Parties, Designer Handbags, and Trendy Piercings

What's popping up in our city this weekend?

04/04/2019 By Abby Ledoux

First Bite

Taste Bar + Kitchen Is Your New Go-To Place for Chicken and Waffles

This Midtown comfort food eatery serves sweet and savory waffles.