Fuel up

Where to Eat Near Houston’s NRG Stadium

There’s no reason to go to the Rodeo hungry.

02/26/2026 By Erica Cheng, Brittany Britto Garley, and Sofia Gonzalez

Property Watch

For a Cool $1.6M, a Hurricane-Ready Galveston Beach Retreat

A 2,691-square-foot Pointe West property in Galveston pairs Gulf views, hurricane-ready construction, and resort-style amenities.

02/26/2026 By Diane Cowen

Bayougraphy

Exploring the Literary Life of Houston Poet Laureate Reyes Ramirez

Although he represents the city as its premier poet, Reyes Ramirez’s resume is loaded with short fiction, speculative fiction, art criticism, creative nonfiction, and even art curation.

02/25/2026 By Meredith Nudo

Sigh

Here We Go Again: Another Historic Theater Faces Potential Demolition

Originally formed to preserve River Oaks Theatre, Arthouse Houston is back in action to repeat its success, this time in support of the Garden Oaks Theater. But why the hell does this keep happening?!

02/25/2026 By Meredith Nudo

Little Swimmers

Why Semen Is the Hottest Commodity at the Houston Rodeo

We mean from bulls, of course.

02/24/2026 By Meredith Nudo

Rodeo Rules

Yes Ma’am, No Ma’am: What’s Worth It (and What’s Not) at the Houston Rodeo

Houstonia weighs in on the food, rides, wine garden, concerts, and crowds that define rodeo season.

02/24/2026 By Sofia Gonzalez

Town Crier

What Houston City Council Is Saying About ICE, Police Overtime, and More

This February, city councilmembers and citizens clashed over ICE’s presence in Houston. The George R. Brown is getting a $2 billion facelift, and the city is overbudget (again).

02/23/2026 By Emily Hynds

Closing time

Houston Loses Another Barbecue Joint, Plus Other Restaurant Closures to Know

Wild in Montrose, Succulent Fine Dining, and Wooster’s Garden have all called it quits.

02/23/2026 By Sofia Gonzalez

Eat, Drink, Hou

The Best Things to Eat, Drink, and Do in Houston This Weekend: February 20

Browse Black art, celebrate Lunar New Year, sip top-notch margaritas, and envision your vessel to the afterlife.

02/20/2026 By Brittany Britto Garley and Erica Cheng

Reality Reckoning

What America’s Next Top Model Taught Me—After I Made It Onto the Show

After Netflix’s Reality Check, Houstonia’s editor in chief revisits her time as a Cycle 14 semifinalist and what the modeling dream really cost.

02/20/2026 By Brittany Britto Garley

Your Guide to Hiring the Right Personal Injury Attorney in Texas

02/19/2026

Cowboy Couture

Inside Houston’s Rodeo-Fueled Cowboy Boot Boom

As Western fashion goes global, Houston’s Rodeo culture keeps cowboy boots rooted in comfort, craftsmanship, and tradition.

02/19/2026 By Erica Cheng

Check in

Hotel Daphne Brings Boutique Luxury to Houston’s Heights

Plus, a new Italian restaurant from Pass and Provisions and Elro chef Terrence Gallivan.

02/18/2026 By Sofia Gonzalez

Rest in Peace

Ghana’s Fantasy Coffins Bring Thoughtful Approach to the Afterlife at Houston’s Funeral Museum

Ghanaian artist Seth Kane Kwei pioneered coffins shaped like airplanes, animals, and even favorite foods. Today, one of the largest collections outside Ghana lives in Houston.

02/18/2026 By Miranda Williamson

Healthy Home

A Tiki Island Waterfront Home Built for Health and Hurricane Resilience

Designed with wellness in mind, this dreamy waterfront home blends hurricane-ready architecture with health-conscious finishes.

02/17/2026 By Diane Cowen

Lion's Den

In Houston, Lion Dancing Goes Far Beyond Lunar New Year

Lion dance in Houston isn’t just a New Year spectacle. Meet the troupes training year-round, competing nationally, and preserving a centuries-old tradition.

02/17/2026 By Erica Cheng