First Bite

At White Elm, Turkey Has Never Tasted So Good

A superior sandwich, plus some truly thoughtful fare, make this Memorial newcomer one to watch.

08/21/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Fresh Baked

Food News: Restaurant Featuring Houston's Bread Man Set to Open

Plus, a popular New York-inspired delicatessen is moving ... which means another local mainstay is closing.

08/10/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Feel-Good Shopping

This Charming Mother-Daughter Shop Is a Local Treasure

PepperLou Gifts in Memorial is a small shop with a big heart.

12/20/2019 By Jillian Goltzman

Space City

In with the Bold: A Makeover Brings New Life to an Old House

A Memorial-area family finally got their dream house, but it was stuck firmly in 1967. So they gutted the place, remodeled it, and—with the help of a great designer—added whimsical wallpaper, lush textures, and pops of color galore.

10/28/2019 By Abby Ledoux

Neighborhood Watch

Which Houston-Area Locales Are Among the 50 Safest Cities in Texas?

Eight nearby areas made this year's list, compiled by SafeWise.

10/25/2019 By Abby Ledoux

Dream Homes

Dream Big: 10 Swoon-Worthy Homes In Our Top Neighborhoods of 2019

It’s said that peeking inside people’s houses is the last acceptable form of voyeurism. As such, we hope the 10 amazing homes we’ve picked to feature alongside our 10 favorite Houston neighborhoods of 2019 provide a thrill.

03/25/2019 Edited by Abby Ledoux

Dream Homes

This French Country-Chic Memorial Abode Is Both Stylish and Cozy

The patio home scales back on effort, but not luxury.

03/25/2019 By Abby Ledoux

Treat. Yo. Self.

The Most Convenient Way to Pamper Yourself Might Just Be at Memorial Green

Need a break? Here, we planned your next Saturday.

01/29/2019 By Abby Ledoux

Tex-Mex Time

The New Goode Company Kitchen & Cantina Is Better Than Good(e)

Goode Company's new Memorial Villages location impresses.

01/05/2018 By Lauro Rojas

Troubled Waters

The Deliberate Flooding of West Houston

Thousands of Houstonians have been left with gutted homes—and many, many questions.

10/16/2017 By Katharine Shilcutt and Roxanna Asgarian

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In Heavily Flooded West Houston, a Neighborhood Comes Together to Save Itself

Nottingham Forest proves the value of community in the face of devastation.

09/14/2017 By Katharine Shilcutt

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In Photos: First Responders in Memorial

These good Samaritans came from all over Texas and Oklahoma to help Memorial residents after Harvey.

09/13/2017 Photography by Jeff Balke

Store Report

Where to Find Pint-Sized Southern Charm: Sweet Bambini

Sweet Bambini is a rare gem—an upscale, family-owned child and baby boutique in a neighborhood known for chains.

09/11/2017 By Jamie Smith

#HarveyHmag

Flood Waters and Unanswered Questions Remain for Frustrated Memorial Residents

"What’s going to happen with all of these properties? Is FEMA going to condemn them?"

09/08/2017 By Katharine Shilcutt

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Flood Waters Could Continue to Cover Memorial for Weeks

"There's hope for the neighborhood—we will be all right."

09/02/2017 By Katharine Shilcutt

Spa Day

What's the Deal with These Funny Floating Babies?

Who ever said babies don't need a spa day?

07/19/2017 By Bianca Rodriguez

Meet the Neighbors

Our 10 Favorite Places to Live in Houston for 2017

These neighborhood stewards told us why they’ve chosen to put down roots where they did.

03/21/2017 By Roxanna Asgarian Photography by Jack Thompson, Max Burkhalter, and Michael Paulsen

Taster's Choice

This Spirit of Texas Bank Cafeteria May Surprise You

Choice Cafeteria serves homemade Vietnamese, Chinese and American fare.

01/25/2017 By Alice Levitt

Grill Marks

First Bite: Liberty Kitchen at the Treehouse

Another week, another Liberty Kitchen opening? Not so fast.

10/27/2016 By Alice Levitt

Don't Sleep On This

Morning Eatery Snooze Opening Three More Houston Locations

The Denver-based breakfast chain is betting big on Houston.

10/25/2016 By Katharine Shilcutt