I love happy hours. Like, who doesn’t? Drinking, deals, and getting home early! I’ve been itching to do another happy hour roundup, but I was overwhelmed by how many favorites I have all across Houston. So, I’m going to do a roundup of roundups — up first is the Heights! Did I miss your fave? Tell … Continue reading
I don’t have a pup to call my own — we gals at It’s Not Hou are cat ladies — but I am a proud dog aunt and love finding spots for me, my friends, and their furry pals a place where we can all hang. A good dog-friendly spot is more than just an … Continue reading
It’s been a minute since we’ve done a “Where to Drink Now” post, but we back with a vengeance. Kanola Hi, this spot is shared dring central! All the punch bowls and all the silly straws. They are, as to be expected, extremely sweet. So, proceed with caution. There’s one for 2-3 people for $24 … Continue reading
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 … Continue reading
Houston gets new and cool stuff all the time, but lately, everyone’s been talking about The Rustic coming to downtown because it’s totally a triple threat: restaurant, bar and music venue. It’s very uncommon that one spot nails all three, and, as someone who’s been to the cherished Dallas location, I can tell ya, The … Continue reading
Seemingly overnight, an Instagram playground disguised as a bar popped up in Montrose at the old Sunday Funday spot, Royal Oak. Present Company touts neon signs, bright colors, patterned wall paper and drinks served in La Croix cans and is the best “go for the gram” place since Truck Yard opened in EaDo — but … Continue reading
Tacos aren’t just for Tuesdays in Texas. On Saturday, Oct. 27, Houston’s Buffalo Bayou turns into Tacolandia, and you’re obviously invited. Stay tuned to enter our Instagram for a ticket giveaway! Event details What: Lots of chefs and vendors serving the city’s finest tacos. When: Saturday, Oct. 27 from 4 to 7 p.m. Where: The Water Works … Continue reading
8/29/19 Update: El Segundo Swim Club is back! For one weekend only? TBD. This glam outdoor pool lounge is EaDo opened last summer with a bang and then mysteriously fell off the radar due to permitting issues. But with an announcement on the El Segundo Swim Club Instagram the pool is open again for Labor … Continue reading
Despite working full time and year round, I feel like I’m on vacation all summer long. If you’re the same way, let’s enjoy evenings on different patios — or indoors, if you’re sick of the heat — and sip tons of frozen drinks with few to no cares in the world. Annnnd, here are my … Continue reading
Guess what, Houston! We have our own little winery in town that’s actually not so little at all. Nice Winery — off Beltway 8 in Northwest Houston — is like visiting wine country without leaving Houston’s city limits. Go to buy a bottle, try a tasting or one of their many events. Need more convincing? … Continue reading
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