The Drawl

Houston Celebrities You Didn’t Know Were from Here

Beyoncé and Megan Thee Stallion aren’t the only ones. These Hollywood names all got their start right here in the Houston area.

02/12/2026 By Erica Cheng

Where Black Stories Live

How One Houston Curator Built a Black Art Library of More than 800 Books

Inside Downtown’s Sanman Studios, Amarie Gipson has built The Reading Room, a culturally specific library dedicated to a stunning collection of Black art, history, and diasporic life.

02/11/2026 By Brittany Britto Garley

Table for One

Essay: Returning to the Houston Restaurants That Once Felt Like Ours

After a breakup, I returned to the Houston restaurants we once shared—and reclaimed them as my own.

02/11/2026 By Minh Truong

Stewardship

How Houston’s Fifth Ward Is Building an Arts Economy Without Losing Itself

The 5th Ward Cultural Arts District is expanding programming, partnerships, and creative opportunities while keeping longtime residents at the center.

02/10/2026 By Meredith Nudo

Visit Port Aransas

Welcome to the island life.

02/09/2026

For the H

A Guide to Houston’s Pro Sports Teams and Why Fans Ride So Hard

From the Texans and Astros to the Rockets, Dynamo, and rising leagues like pro volleyball, Houston’s sports scene is deep, loyal, and built for championships.

02/09/2026 By Raheel Ramzanali

Camp Champions Builds Strong Kids

Camp Champions has created a tradition of excellence since 1967. With the facility and staff expected from a top overnight camp, Champions is distinguished by a focus on building strong kids. 1-week to 4-week sessions for ages 6-17.

02/09/2026

New on the block

All the Houston Restaurant Openings to Know Right Now, February 2026

Coffee, burgers, sushi, and fast-casual concepts headline the latest wave of Houston restaurant openings. Plus, a look at what’s coming soon.

02/09/2026 By Sofia Gonzalez

Horizon

Best Magic Mushroom Products: Top Picks in 2026

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02/06/2026 By Elton Platt

Close enough

The Best Day Trips Within 2.5 Hours of Houston

Parks, museums, farms, warm springs, and small towns that make it easy to escape the city—without committing to a long road trip.

02/06/2026 By Sofia Gonzalez and Brittany Britto Garley

Eat, Drink, Hou

What to Eat, Drink, and Do in Houston This Weekend: February 6

Plan a day trip, hit up a new restaurant in town, celebrate the Super Bowl at a local bar, or partake in a Bad Bunny look-alike contest.

02/06/2026 By Sofia Gonzalez and Houstonia Staff

In Harmony

Houston’s Oldest Choir Is Still Singing

The Houston Saengerbund blends German choral tradition, community singing, and social rituals in a Heights hall that has anchored the city’s music culture for generations.

02/05/2026 By Meredith Nudo

Editor’s Note

What Traveling Solo Across Texas Taught Me

A train trip through Texas reminded me that solitude can open the door to connection.

02/05/2026 By Brittany Britto Garley

Rodeo Gone Global?

Is the Rodeo Getting Too Big for Houston?

The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo has grown into a national destination, changing how the city—and longtime fans—experience a once-local tradition.

02/04/2026 By Erica Cheng

Wine about it

The Massive Wine Operation You Never See at Houston Rodeo

A behind-the-scenes look at the volunteers, judges, and logistics shaping one of the largest wine competitions in the country.

02/03/2026 By Sofia Gonzalez

Sip, Swirl, Spit, Repeat

What It Takes to Be a Wine Judge at RodeoHouston

Blind tastings and panel debates—here’s how experts evaluate wines at the Houston Rodeo's International Wine Competition.

02/03/2026 By Sofia Gonzalez

The Ultimate Hit List

Houston’s Hottest New Restaurants to Visit This Month

A new outpost of Pinkerton's has landed in Upper Kirby, plus Oru debuts in the Heights.

02/02/2026 By Sofia Gonzalez

Sun City Guide

Exploring El Paso: Sun City’s Ultimate Travel Guide

Savor tacos, murals, and Texas border culture and history with a mountainous backdrop.

02/02/2026 By Brittany Britto Garley