Anyone else reaching their quarantine limit with how many times they can walk around their same neighborhood block for the umpteenth time? Same. I’ve been refreshing my routine and breaking my quarantine habits by getting outside the loop and exploring all the wonderful things the Houston suburbs and surrounding area have to offer–like the Baybrook … Continue reading
Listen, if there’s one thing a pandemic isn’t stopping, it’s my love for Houston artists! So many great murals, so little time. Let’s talk about one specific neighborhood — First Ward. I’m talking the little nook south of I10, north of Washington Ave. and sandwiched between Sawyer Street and downtown. The area is also known as … Continue reading
Looking to travel but don’t want to get on a plane? Head over to First Colony Mall for a trip around the world without having to deal with jetlag. This first class mall in Sugar Land offers a whole host of fabulous dining options and cute boutiques to visit that will help your scratch your … Continue reading
We did it! Regular season is over for the Houston Astros — though, there are a few words I would use to describe that season, but “regular” isn’t one of them. Anyways, we’ve made it to the 2020 playoffs! How about a beer to celebrate? Actually, how about five! I’ve got five Astros-friendly, Houston-brewed beers for … Continue reading
I’m probably not alone in saying this but I haven’t had a library card since i was in school and it was part of second grade reading class to get one. That is, until COVID-19 hit and suddenly my evening happy hours turned into reading hours. Hey, wine was still involved so no complaints. Instead … Continue reading
Here are my picks for responsibly celebrating the 4th in Houston — from where to get food/drinks to-go to virtual or drive-in events and fireworks! Continue reading
The new Rooftop Cinema Club drive-in movie theater is the best COVID-19 creation since to-go alcohol! Popped up at the Silos at Sawyer Yard right next door to the new Buffalo Bayou Brewing Co., it’s such a unique and fun time. I love love love loved when RCC opened their Uptown theater, and I’ve definitely … Continue reading
If you’ve already finished Tiger King and are looking for your next binge, might I tempt you with some Houston-related finds? I’ve scoured the internet to round up a few of my recommendations for shows and movies to watch that are somehow related to Houston — whether they were filmed here or feature a Houstonian. Happy … Continue reading
Goodnight Hospitality is one of the many Houston restaurant groups hurting and hurting hard during the COVID-19 shutdown. However, they’ve taken their closed eateries (Rosie Cannonball and Montrose Cheese and Wine) and added some color — with the help of some local artists! Escaped my house for a drive to Montrose (highly recommend) to take … Continue reading
The coronavirus is totally cramping our style. In all seriousness, as horrible as this unpredictable disease and outbreak has been, one of its victims is local artist and cultural organizations. Several institutions have tapped into tech tools to bring culture to you in your living room! Here are some options for you below. Important: Please … Continue reading