It really doesn’t feel like Houston has a ton of protected historic landmarks, so when I discover I live down the street from one, I get a little excited. Heights Waterworks at 19th and Nicholson St. in the Heights has been recently developed and is now one of my favorite places for food and fun. … Continue reading
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
Real Simple Energy saves people in Houston hundreds every month. When we’re hitting triple-digit heat waves in Houston, saving money on electricity might seem a bit improbable. This is especially true with how complicated it is to search, sign-up and manage all the nuances and fine print with electricity plans. Ready to turn up the … Continue reading
THE DAY HAS COME! Hold your vegan horses, Verdine has opened its doors to the Houston public and is now serving delicious, inventive vegan food to the world!! I’ve only been a little bit excited about this day. So I’m now SUPER excited that everyone can now fawn over the amazingness that Chef Stephanie has … Continue reading
Have you been to Lemon Laine? This Houston natural and wellness shop in the Heights offers a unique beauty experience at its Oil Bar to refresh your skincare routine. Continue reading
We’re living in a time of “treat yo’self” — and what a time to be alive! Picked Flower Co. has brought us a new way to give ourselves some self love with regular flower deliveries. The Houston-based flower truck just opened its brick-and-mortar location in the Heights. The subscription plan is available online. I’ve had … 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
Root, root, root for the home team…. If they don’t win it’s a shame! But there’s 1-2-3 murals in town that celebrate the old ball gameeeee! Where to Find Astros Murals in Houston Get your Astros spirit on and visit these pieces of artwork dedicated to the 2017 World Series Champs! Minute Maid Park 501 … Continue reading
What do you do when one of your all-time favorite brunch spots opens a sister restaurant down the street from where you live? You go on its SECOND day of serving brunch. BCK — the casual, cool sister to Bosscat Kitchen and Libations — is now serving brunch on Saturdays and Sundays and it’s everything … 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