A boozy destination

Botonica Blends Culture with Cocktails in River Oaks

The new bar from Julep alum Alexis Mjiares tells the story of the role Latin culture has played in cocktails since the 1600s.

06/25/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

Phoenix Rising

River Oaks Theatre Reopens with New Look, New Menu, Same Vibe

Houston’s only art house movie theater overcomes contentious lease negotiations, closure, and rumors of demolition.

10/03/2024 By Meredith Nudo

Luxe Living

The Houston High-Rise Apartments That May Be Worth $2,000 (Maybe)

From offering amazing downtown views to smart home technology, the city’s newest luxury properties are competing for high-earning residents.

06/07/2024 By Sofia Gonzalez

Local Retreats

Luxury Hotels Are Popping Up in Trendy Houston Neighborhoods

Move over, downtown and the Galleria. Accommodations are coming to cooler areas of the city.

03/15/2024 By Uvie Bikomo

Property Watch

A Storybook River Oaks Home

A 2023 remodel combines vintage charm with elegant upgrades.

05/11/2023 By Melissa Dalton

Knives Out

At TEN, You’ll Pay for Good Sushi, but the Ambiance Is a Bonus

The new sophisticated sushi bar from Daily Dose Hospitality Group has finally arrived.

12/19/2022 By Shelby Stewart

HO-USTON

HBO's House of Ho Season 2 Promises More Family Drama—and More Hos

Ahead of the second-season premiere, we caught up with the Houston-based cast of HBO Max’s House of Ho.

08/24/2022 By Shelby Stewart

PRICEY

10 Most Expensive Homes Sold in Houston in July

Steel yourself for a bout of property envy: these are the priciest homes sold in Houston last month.

08/19/2022 By Stephanie Bartels

Houston

Property Dreams: Midcentury-Modern Houston Home for Sale

Fans of the clean-lined, integrated-with-nature style will love this home built by Frank Lloyd Wright protégé Karl Kamrath.

08/09/2022 By Stephanie Bartels

RIVER OAKS

Property Dreams: Houstonian Luxury in River Oaks

This newly constructed home is an entertainer's oasis.

07/29/2022 By Brianna Benitez

Unwind

Relax at Houston’s Latest Spas and Wellness Centers

Facials, massages and beauty, oh my!

07/25/2022 By Julia Davila

River Oaks

Property Dreams: A Grand Estate in River Oaks

We found a grand and elegant home in the upscale River Oaks area to daydream about.

07/22/2022 By Stephanie Bartels

River Oaks

Property Dreams: Royal River Oaks Estate

We’re touring a home reminiscent of the English countryside right here in River Oaks.

06/17/2022 By Stephanie Bartels

Historic Homes

Landmark River Oaks Estate Sells Four Days after Listing

The suburban estate was once home to a descendant of the Cartwright family.

04/06/2022 By Shelby Stewart and Ile-Ife Okantah

Casa For Crypto

Tony Buzbee’s River Oaks Estate Now For Sale, Accepting Bitcoin As Payment

Interested buyers can also pay in Bitcoin.

02/16/2022 By Shelby Stewart

The Show Must Go On

Star Cinema Grill Will Preserve the Historic River Oaks Theater

The now-closed theater will reopen to screen movies near the end of the year.

02/07/2022 By Shelby Stewart

Luxe Living

5 Must-See Upscale Homes In Houston

Houstonia rounds up the city’s most luxurious finds on the market.

08/31/2021 By Danielle Wright

First Look

Concura Italian Bites to Bring Adriatic Coastal Flavors to Houston

The stylish and sophisticated new Italian eatery opens in River Oaks this summer.

07/13/2021 By Shelby Stewart

Famous Last Words

Here Were Houstonia’s Favorite Houston Restaurants in 2021

Former editor Timothy Malcolm highlighted his favorite spots of the year, and most of them are still open.

07/01/2021 By Timothy Malcolm

Very Houston News

What’s the Deal with Houston and Cannonballs?

Plus, even more weird city rankings.

06/18/2021 By Catherine Wendlandt