Politics

Ted Cruz bites back after True Blood disses him

Social Scene

Special 50th birthday celebration draws mayor

Sports

Texas teams aim for Big 12 title, but Baylor has edge

Manziel's New Girl

Good time couple: Could Johnny Manziel's new girl be his perfect match?

By Heather Staible / Jul 24, 2014
New Gourmet Doughnut Shop

24-hour gourmet doughnut shop goes beyond the glazed experience

By Eric Sandler / Jul 23, 2014
Beyoncé & Jay Z's Weekend

Beyoncé and Jay Z's H-Town weekend: After-concert antics, brunch with Blue Ivy

By Clifford Pugh / Jul 23, 2014
Rocky Mountain High

Pink flamingos and green monkeys add spice to lively Aspen cancer fundraiser

By Shelby Hodge / Jul 23, 2014

The Juan And Only

America's Got Talent judges keep fabulous Montrose Rollerblader hanging

By Nicole Appleby

July 23, 2014 at 12:33 PM

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Up To Speed		Restaurants
Stay cool in Houston heat with healthy mom-approved recipes		Gathering spot for rich and famous gets summer facelift
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Sneak peek at new downtown restaurant draws fans of South African cuisine

Marene Gustin: Cajun chain joins restaurant do-gooders changing Houston's late-summer dining scene

Clifford Pugh: 21-year-old Houston actress, who shot to stardom in <i>The Patriot</i>, found dead at her home

Tarra Gaines: Fascinating new book gets to the heart of Houston's place in medical history

Elizabeth Rhodes: Get in the spirit: Best places in Houston to celebrate National Tequila Day

Jennifer Chininis: Red-hot Houston housing market shuts out first-time home buyers, new report says

Jayme Lamm: Steamy Texans Cheerleaders Swimsuit Calendar revealed: This year's edition has a Puerto Rico flair

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Society

5 Party-goers at the Bering Omega Toga Party July 2014

Toga time: Young Professionals revive Animal House

By Shelby Hodge

Real Estate

Adair Texas ranch has a hot asking price

By Arden Ward

Society

Kristi Schiller in People magazine July 2014

Two H-Town bombshells get a lot of national media love

By Shelby Hodge

Restaurants + Bars

Peska seafood restaurant BLVD Place rendering exterior day July 2014

Seafood restaurant from Mexico headed to H-Town

By Elizabeth Rhodes

Arts

Dr. Michael DeBakey, right, and Dr. Jimmy Howell, left, implant one of the first Baylor/Rice ventricular assist devices (circled in red) at The Methodist Hospital in 1966.

New book gets to heart of Houston's place in medical history

By Tarra Gaines

CultureMap's Editors have filtered out the noise and chosen only the best of what Houston has to offer.

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Restaurants + Bars

Cursed Restaurant Tries Again

If at first you don't succeed: Galleria-area hotel tries comfort food at "cursed" restaurant

By Eric Sandler

07.24.14 | 04:40 pm

07.17.14

03:50 pm

New Midtown bar promises alternative to party scene with focus on good food

By Eric Sandler

07.16.14

02:54 pm

First taste: Houston's hottest new seafood restaurant leaves the past behind

By Eric Sandler

07.16.14

01:04 pm

Once-in-a-lifetime dinner is set for exclusive Houston and Dallas venues

By Eric Sandler

Jose Hernandez Radio Milano Lobster pasta

CITYCENTRE restaurant secrets revealed: Some of Houston's hottest chefs demonstrate their tricks

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07.05.14 | 02:03 pm

Entertainment

Theme Park Delayed

Opening date for new AstroWorld theme park delayed; race track is latest addition

By Heather Staible

07.22.14 | 05:46 pm

07.22.14

01:34 pm

Legendary singer chosen to headline inaugural evening of H-Town's private music club

By Shelby Hodge

07.22.14

09:00 am

Once in a lifetime opportunity to see Paul McCartney at small Texas venue

By Arden Ward

07.20.14

03:27 pm

Fried chicken oreos? It's a hoax! But best wedding dance ever and high-flying goat are real

By Claire St. Amant

Arts

Book Festival Sneak Peek

Celeb chef, reggae star and Colbert favorite headline Texas Book Festival

By Sofia Sokolove

07.24.14 | 03:39 pm

07.17.14

01:12 pm

Houston's funniest woman twerks the holidays in summer musical romp

By Joel Luks

07.12.14

09:02 am

Shocking twist: A wife encourages husband to sleep with her best friend — it's not just another Saturday night

By Joel Luks

07.11.14

10:26 am

Your weekly guide to Houston: Five (plus) don't-miss events — music marathon included

By Joel Luks

Society

18 Dr. Romy Mitchell, from left, Andrea Audish and Kerry Gaughan at A Night in Havana July 2014

Shelby's Social Diary

"Cabana chic" revelers rock Night in Havana bash — with 9-foot tall Castro, Cuban cigars & mojitos

By Shelby Hodge

07.24.14 | 03:08 pm

07.24.14

11:22 am

Summer party scene heats up with cool young professionals at CultureMap Social

By Shelby Hodge

07.22.14

01:44 pm

Sneak peek at new downtown restaurant draws friends and fans of South African cuisine

By Shelby Hodge

07.22.14

10:31 am

Houston Methodist supporters experience a different kind of Rocky Mountain high at Aspen outing

By Shelby Hodge

Sports

Johnny Manziel in Browns football jersey May 2014

Manziel No. 1 in sales

Jersey boys: Manziel leads NFL in merchandise sales; Texans star falls out of top 10

By Barbara Kuntz

07.23.14 | 07:38 am

07.22.14

11:14 am

Will no conference championship game hurt Big 12 in football playoff picture?

By Matthew Postins

07.14.14

04:52 am

Absurd Jeremy Lin trade compounded by cheap stance on Chandler Parsons: Morey saves money, ruins Rockets

By Chris Baldwin

07.13.14

01:26 pm

University of Texas refuses to drop its football beer ban: Expected move to allow alcohol nixed

By Ryan Lakich

City Life

City Extends Smoking Ban

Another reason to quit: Smoking ban extended to all Houston city parks, pools, golf courses and libraries

By Elizabeth Rhodes

07.24.14 | 01:28 pm

07.24.14

10:13 am

Fun photo: Yes to the Dress star steps into life-sized wedding gown cake at bridal extravaganza

By Shelby Hodge

07.20.14

10:35 am

BBQ worker discusses Obama's reaction to sex joke; takes aim at Perry over gay rights

By Katie Friel

07.18.14

05:04 pm

Politics, hurricanes & Oprah: After two decades, Houston TV news star looks to new adventures

By Heather Staible

Redeveloping downtown: GreenStreet grows with dynamic events and amenities

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06.26.14 | 10:07 am

5 CityCentre family friendly activities June 2014

Movies, outdoor art markets, concerts & dining: Summer family fun options at CITYCENTRE are endless

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By Promoted Series Correspondent

06.05.14 | 09:26 am

Fashion

Fashion Reality

Fave Project Runway judge and must-have fashion on Texas contestant's mind

By Diana Oates

07.24.14 | 01:09 pm

07.19.14

11:30 am

After conquering New York, Houston's handbag queen sets sights on Dallas-Fort Worth

By Diana Oates

07.11.14

10:05 am

Where to Shop Right Now: 12 new and expanded stores — and really big sales, too!

By Heather Staible

07.09.14

02:51 pm

Top Ten coolest summer sweaters guaranteed to beat the chill in your over-air-conditioned office

By Shelby Hodge

Real Estate

On The Market

Backyard paradise: Suburban home features swim-up bar, waterfalls and even a beach

By Barbara Kuntz

07.20.14 | 02:00 pm

07.19.14

02:35 pm

Luxury hotel joins rush to The Woodlands as opening of ExxonMobil headquarters draws closer

By Elizabeth Rhodes

07.15.14

10:33 am

Downtown living shoots sky high with 40-story residential tower in Market Square

By Barbara Kuntz

07.14.14

12:34 pm

Prime Heights property makes way for midrise apartments with downtown views

By Barbara Kuntz

Home + Design

On the Market 12020 Tall Oaks St. Frank Lloyd Wright house July 2014 front exterior

Frank Lloyd Wright Wonder

Marked as teardown, now a treasure: Houston's only Frank Lloyd Wright house is a preservation beauty

By Barbara Kuntz

07.24.14 | 07:46 am

07.17.14

11:48 am

Garden views from every room highlight $2.2 million spec house from inventive Houston builder

By Barbara Kuntz

07.16.14

10:48 am

Houston's Best Outdoor Furniture Stores: Backyard and patio pieces from budget to luxe

By Barbara Kuntz

07.14.14

03:26 pm

Bush cleans house: Auction items include presidential memories from 41 and 43

By Barbara Kuntz

Innovation

Where the Jobs Are

Houston is the land of opportunity for science, technology and math nerds

By Claire St. Amant

07.21.14 | 11:57 am

07.11.14

11:00 am

Priceless photo of laughing Obama and pouty Perry spawns caption contest

By Teresa Gubbins

07.11.14

08:41 am

Girl geeks rule! Houston among cities with most women in tech jobs - and having female mayor helps

By Jennifer Chininis

07.09.14

09:19 am

One Houston suburb lands on list of 40 Most Improved Cities in America

By Claire St. Amant

Reliant promotional series Reliant Predictable 12 Plan June 2014 Reliant_Beat the Heat_Snow Cone

Beat the heat and keep your cool with a year of electricity savings

- Promoted Article -

By Elizabeth Killinger

06.17.14 | 11:20 am

Travel

T Lazy 7 Ranch Aspen Ceremony Meadow with wedding

Aspen Getaway

Destination Aspen: Where to stay, eat, shop and enjoy a cool Colorado getaway

By Deborah Elias

07.19.14 | 04:00 pm

07.18.14

02:59 pm

Battle of the beavers: Buc-ee's sinks teeth into lawsuit over "copycat" logo

By Elizabeth Rhodes

07.18.14

10:09 am

Paris, London, New Braunfels? Australian magazine finds one of world's best bars in center of Texas

By Katie Friel

07.17.14

05:09 pm

Destination Austin: 6 fab hotels that make a central Texas getaway so much fun

By Paige Turner

7.24

"Cabana chic" revelers rock Night in Havana bash — with 9-foot tall Castro, Cuban cigars & mojitos

7.24

Summer party scene heats up with cool young professionals at CultureMap Social

7.21

Toga time: Young Professionals revive Animal House at rockin' party

7.19

Stay cool in Houston heat with healthy mom-approved recipes from foodie CEO that taste good, too!

6.28

The Corpse Flower Hunk has moved on to live python feeding: It's a rough mouse's life at HMNS

6.21

A bug's life: Giant insects take over the Houston Zoo, creating quite a scene

25 \| jul at 8:30 am	CreativeMornings Houston event with Chloe Dao
Asia Society Texas Center
25 \| jul at 9:30 am	Second Annual Festival of Aerial Arts: Classes and Workshops
Vault Houston
25 \| jul at 10:00 am	Bayou City Theatrics presents Tarzan
The Kaleidoscope
25 \| jul at 11:00 am	Express Children's Theatre presents Little Red
Miller Outdoor Theatre

Hotel Bar Great Escapes	Indie Coffee Joints

The Bar at La Colombe d’Or Hotel Bar Malatesta Monarch Lounge Monnalisa Vinoteca Line and Lariat	Tuscany Premium Coffee Brasil Agora Black Hole Café Catalina Coffee Down House The Coffee Groundz
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Shops for the Hip H-Town Man	Gallery Hopping in The Heights

Mortar Reserve Supply Company Kuhl-Linscomb Billy Reid Hamilton Shirts	Gallery M Squared Hiram Butler Gallery 18 Hands Gallery G Gallery Redbud Gallery
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Happy Hour treats	Where the NFL/NBA Players Play

Uchi Benjy's-Washington Alto Pizzeria (Closed) Bistro Bar Brennan's of Houston Fleming's-River Oaks Down House	Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse Vic & Anthony’s Hotel Icon Sushi Raku Yao's Restaurant and Bar at Houston Pavillions (closed)
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The Bow Wows of Dog Parks	Test Drives: Today's hottest cars

Market Square Park Danny Jackson Family Dog Park Congressman Bill Archer Dog Park Millie Bush Dog Park Discovery Green Ervan Chew Dog Park	Formula One technology hits the streets: A sneak peek at McLaren's new supercar Revving up summer in the 2011 Chevy Camaro convertible: Does the top down love stack up? A sporty new Range Rover that's big on style: CultureMap previews the new Evoque The Ford Mustang GT convertible is the original pony car, but is it the best? An exotic tour of the town with Houston Motor Club: Inside the culture of hot car swapping Volvo S60 T5 strives to be a little naughty, but with nifty features it sure is nice The comeback kid: Chrysler experiences a renaissance with the 200 and 300
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Swell Party Venues	Places to see an art house movie

The Corinthian Goode's Armadillo Palace Hotel ZaZa Houston House of Blues Houston Hudson Lounge La Colombe d'Or Lucky Strike Lanes	Sundance Cinemas River Oaks Theatre Museum of Fine Arts, Houston Brown Auditorium 14 Pews Alamo Drafthouse Mason Park Rice Media Center AMC Studio 30
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Late Night Bites	Free Museum Days

Spanish Flowers BB's Cajun Café Frank's Pizza House of Pies Theo's Smith & Wollensky La Tapatia Taqueria	The Menil Collection Museum of Fine Arts, Houston Contemporary Arts Museum Houston Houston Museum of Natural Science Children's Museum of Houston Holocaust Museum Houston Blaffer Art Museum
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A-List Art Deco	Cool hotel pools for chilling

Lawndale Art Center Houston City Hall JPMorgan Chase Building University of Houston — Downtown Macy's Downtown [Closed]	Hotel Granduca Four Seasons Hotel Hotel ZaZa The St. Regis Hotel Hotel Sorella, CityCentre Westin Houston Memorial City
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Not-To-Be-Missed Ceviche	Imperiled Architecture

Hugo's Escalante's-Highland Village Cyclone Anaya's Ninfa's on Navigation Pico's Mex-Mex	River Oaks Theatre Alabama Theater Astrodome Rice Museum building Sears
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Quirky Houston attractions	Cupcake Heaven

Beer Can House National Museum of Funeral History Orange Show Center for Visionary Art Anderson Fair Glenwood Cemetery	Sprinkles Cupcakes Crave Cupcakes Sugarbaby's Cupcake Boutique Ooh La La Dessert Boutique Dessert Gallery-Kirby Celebrity Cupcakes Jodycakes
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Frosty Sno Cone Stands	Downtown Watering Holes

MAM's House of Ice Tampico Tropical Chill Sno Beach	CharBar The Flying Saucer Draught Emporium Hearsay La Carafe McElroy's and Molly's State Bar notsuoH
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