Are y’all ready to have the most Instagramable picnic in Houston? If so, head on over to Picnics in the City for the cutest, most luxurious picnic set up! From the instant I saw them on Instagram, I fell in love. If you haven’t seen their page, definitely check it out! Mention It’s Not Hou … Continue reading
Tag Archives: Memorial Park
6 Events This October You DON’T Want to Miss
October is jam-packed with loads of exciting things happening in the city of Houston. Clear your calendars and find time to make it to some of these really cool events! We plan to be making a appearance at as many of these as we can! If you happen to see one of us out and about, say … Continue reading
How to Plan the Picture-Perfect Picnic
Summer is here. OK, I know technically summer starts next month, but let’s be real. Here in Houston, summer comes early. May is one of my favorite months because summer hasn’t gotten unbearably warm, meaning outdoor activities are less sweaty and sticky. Aka, the time to plan a picnic is NOW. PSA: Alcohol policies in parks are varied. … Continue reading
5 Places to Trail Run in Houston
I’ve run three half marathons and I feel pretty accomplished in my running skills. That was until Houston blogger Miles with Molly started inviting me to Wills Hills running club runs and knocked down the metaphorical door for me to the Houston running community. While I may never run 50 miles with them (no joke this is … Continue reading
Did You Know Houston Has a Polo Club?
Fun fact! They do! So if you’re looking break out the Ralph Lauren and legit polo jerseys and head out for a match, you’re in luck because Houston continuously is throwing surprises at us. The Houston Polo Club is nestled into Memorial Park. You’ve probably driven past it a million times. If you pay close … Continue reading
Piada Italian Street Food: the Chipotle of Italian food has arrived
Y’all the Chipotle of Italian food has arrived and I’m in love. Guest writer @christenmmariee worked some magic and got us into the pre-showing at Piada Italian Street Food and it was divine. Piada is the latest addition to the Memorial Drive strip right by Memorial Park. Walking in, you might be confused because the decor looks … Continue reading
Open Swim @ Memorial Park Pool
Ah it’s summer in Houston! Which means its hella hot as soon as the sun comes up to do any sort of cardio activity outside (looking at you, running). Memorial Park (SE corner of I-10 and 610) has a fabulous 3 mile running trail, but on days when you’d rather not swim in your own sweat, … Continue reading
Running the Memorial Park Trail
So I’m a swimmer (well, water polo player technically) who dabbles in running. I played competitive polo for eight years, have done seven triathlons, and am a certified yoga teacher–so yeah I’d say I’m pretty active. But I have this weakness….it’s called land. After years of swim sets, tread wars and passing drills, I am … Continue reading