It has come to my attention that a few of my friends have never been to NYC. It’s crazy to me, but I know I should have realized. I got to live there for a few months after college and it was a formative experience full of ruined shoes, long subway rides, and amazing food. …
Once upon a time, I was a Cinco de Mayo noob and didn’t realize how serious of an event this is. Reservations and seating at texmex restaurants fill up faster than you can say rápido, rápido and we were left with sipping on watery margs out of solo cups at a sketchy joint because the restaurant ran …
The cutest new spot in Montrose popped up to make all your pink unicorn dreams come true! Rainbow cakes, cotton candy, donuts and more are what you can expect from the Unicorn Magical Dessert Bar — but is it worth the hype? My first impression of the eatery is that it’s a lot — in …
We’re always on the hunt for cool new spots to enjoy a baseball game. We’ve been Astros fans from childhood — that’s what you get when you grow up in Houston — but the city has been electric every season since we won the World Series (why does that not even feel real, STILL!). Anyways, …
April is one of my favorite months because it means warmish weather — without being suffocated and sweaty — and tons of fun events! This week Sojourn Cellars at Nice Winery: Monday, April 15, from 6 to 8 pm. Sherrie from Sonoma’s Sojourn Cellars, which specializes in artisan Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Cabernet Sauvignon, brings …
It’s that magical time of year where we swap brunch for pounds of crawfish and buckets of beer! Need some recs for where to enjoy some mudbugs? Look no further than these spots. Note: I get it. We all have our faves, and maybe yours didn’t make the list. Let us know in the comments …
Tis the season of the great flower of Texas. Every year in early spring, the fields open up and beautiful blossoms emerge covering Texas parks, fields, and highways. It’s a worthy experience to go out and find some and snap a few pics with this seasonal Texas icon. Have you ever taken a spontaneous trip …
No matter where you are in your running endeavors, running groups are a great place to finding camaraderie, friendship, and accountability. Over the years, I’ve dabbled in a bunch of run clubs in Houston and the ones on this list are the ones that I keep returning to. Whether it’s your first mile or five …
Hey Houston health nuts! Let’s talk juices, cleanses, smoothies and more! Here are our five faves and some of yours too! For cleanses: Nourish Juice Bar If you’re going for the full-on cleansing experience, you can’t go wrong with Nourish! They were my first (and only) three-day juice cleanse. I documented it, of course. My … Continue reading
Whisk yourself away to the winter wonderland that is the Jungfrau region nestled quietly into the Swiss Alps. I had the most magical weekend exploring the quaint corners of Grindelwald and left craving more snow, more skiing, and more mountain adventures. After spending a few days in the medieval city of Bern, we trained to … Continue reading
Happy Rodeo Month! Ok, we know, you’ve had enough talk of rodeo — even now that we’ve barely started! Here’s a list of non-rodeo events to break up the month a little! Darn, missed these. Mardi Gras Houston: Saturday, March 2, in Downtown Houston. Got some NOLA FOMO? Celebrate Mardi Gras from Houston with this pub … Continue reading
A visit to Bern, a picturesque medieval town nestled at the foothills of the Alps is so energizing, unique and the perfect town for me to visit on my first trip to Switzerland. I spent a few days in the city, wandering its cobblestone streets, trapezing up and down the hillsides, and crisscrossing over all … Continue reading
Who’s ready to row?! Crew Fitness has officially opened up in the Heights, and wow is it addicting. What to know before you ROW Your first ride’s free! Book online or call the studio! It’s a full-body, 45-minute workout. If you’re only sore in your arms, you’ve done it wrong. Throughout the class, you switch … Continue reading
My boyfriend recently moved to Frankfurt, so naturally I had to take a trip over the pond to visit him and explore his new hometown. Adventuring with a pseudo-local opened my eyes to all the adventures Frankfurt has to offer. I think most people (myself included) had the perception that Frankfurt is a super business … Continue reading
Working for the oil and gas industry is both a blessing and a curse. A blessing because it enables to me live in the amazing city of Houston and tackle some of the most challenging business problems, and a curse because sometimes the travel involved isn’t as glamorous as one would think. Working in consulting … Continue reading
