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

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

12 Days of Thanksgiving

The Best Wines to Sip During the Holidays, According to Houston’s Michelin-Recognized Sommelier

Skip the guesswork. These Houston experts reveal which wines—and zero-proof alternatives—will make your holiday table shine.

11/11/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

Brand new bites

September’s New Houston Restaurants: A French Wine Bar, Seafood Boil, and More

From Chateau Bellecru’s Parisian-inspired wine lounge in the Heights to Canadian import Blue Claw’s Cajun butter seafood boil.

09/22/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

Iconic Texas Road Trips

Visit the Hill Country to Reconnect with Your Texas Roots

Enjoy lavender hills, Southern cuisine, and giant animal statues as you unwind in the countryside. And you can’t forget the wine.

06/11/2025 By Uvie Bikomo

Cheers

Julep Celebrates a Decade of Serving Houstonians

Owner Alba Huerta knew from the start of her bartending career that she wanted her own bar. And the success just keeps rolling.

10/11/2024 By Sofia Gonzalez

Wine O’Clock

Houston Wine Bars Where the Vibe Is Half the Fun

There’s never been a better time to drink wine in the city.

10/04/2024 By Emma Balter

Just Peachy

This Texas Hill Country Peach Farm Is the Ultimate Adult Theme Park

Das Peach Haus has everything: wine tasting, a new distillery, cooking classes, a bed and breakfast, and of course, plenty of peaches.

06/09/2023 By Geneva Diaz

FOOD CITY

What’s New in Food This Week

Julep lands a national James Beard Award; popular wine bar Postino launches its own cult; a famous South African restaurant expands into Houston; plus more local foodie news.

06/15/2022 By Daniel Renfrow

ROSÉ ALL DAY

Where to Celebrate National Rosé Day in Houston

From brunches at hot spots like Brasserie 19 to discounted wines by the glass at How to Survive on Land and Sea, there are plenty of ways to ring in rosé’s biggest day.

06/10/2022 By Daniel Renfrow