Hi there, rodeogoer! Consider this your one-stop shop for my advice on the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo — what to do, how to get around, and more. Let’s start with the basics, shall we? Getting there Yes, you can drive — factor in $25 minimum for parking if you don’t already have a pass. …
The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is a bit of a beast to get into, around, and out of! Check out our expert tips and recommendations.
FYI: This post has been updated with 2026 details! If you’re a Houstonian, forget Christmas, THIS is the most wonderful time of the year! Rodeo Houston is kicking off with the cook off Feb. 26-28! New to town? Cook off is one huge party, and Houston companies/cook off teams all buy tents — big ones, …
Chicago is a huge and diverse city — every time I visit, I have a different experience. I’ve celebrated Christmas at the Christkindlmarket, played in the snow, watched the river get dyed green and bottomless brunched in the spring. Safe to say, I’m a huge fan and take every opportunity to grab a cheap flight … Continue reading
A few weeks ago I made a fabulous mid-winter trip to the glamorous and art-filled Palm Springs, California for the 2018 Altitude Summit. I represented It’s Not Hou It’s Me and networked with small business owners, designers, photographers, bloggers, sponsors and creatives of all sorts at the overflowing-with-color Saguaro Hotel. I spent most of my … Continue reading
Did you get dumped? Fired, maybe? Juggling too many things and feeling inadequate? There are a few ways to deal with these types of stressors, and demolishing an entire room’s contents with a baseball bat or sledgehammer isn’t usually one of them. That is, unless you’re at Tantrums partaking in a little bit of destruction … Continue reading
This past month, I had the opportunity to invest in myself with time well spent at life coaching. Over the course of five weeks, I met with Holly Coneway of Modern Therapy in Houston to discuss everything under the sun from my emotional well-being to work goals, relationships and purpose in life. What is Life … Continue reading
If you’ve been an observant passerby around the Waugh and Memorial intersection, you might have noticed that the trunks of the crepe myrtle trees inside the cloverleaf have been painted blue! The trees closes to Spotts Park (north east corner) are painted bright green, and those closest to the Dunlavy (south west corner) are painted … Continue reading
There’s a new brunch in town and you can find it just blocks away from the Menil Collection in Montrose. Formerly known as Low Brow, Night Heron has reopened into a casual neighborhood concept with shareable plates, a welcoming patio, and an extensive drinks list. Night Heron opened in Houston in February and is part … Continue reading
First, it was Oktoberfest. Then it was trivia night. And now, King’s BierHaus has perfected brunch, ladies and gentlemen. From fruity drinks to sausage platters, here’s why you need to plan your next Sunday brunch at King’s. If you’ve never been to King’s, know first that it’s a weird hybrid between counter ordering and table … Continue reading
Second Saturday Open Studio is a real Houston secret. I’ve been patronizing businesses and events in Sawyer Yards (The Silos, Silver Street, Spring Street Studios, and Winter Street Studios) for YEARS and I JUST made it to my first Second Saturday Open Studio—and it was amazing! FYI This post is sponsored by the Market at … Continue reading
Happy hopping spring, y’all. Rodeo is here, which is exciting and overwhelming. All things rodeo can be found right here! If you’re looking to diversify your events and commitments, see our below list of events. And come back whenever — we’re always updating our events posts as we learn of more fun things to do. … Continue reading
I was skeptical going into Better Luck Tomorrow’s brunch. BLT is a solid bar, and bars that do brunch are just amazing drunches and food ain’t the point, mimosas are. But then I remembered that Justin Yu, big important Houston chef, was involved and I got excited to check out the menu. First of all, … Continue reading