Mr. Bentsen goes to Washington

New podcast celebrates legacy of Houston politician Sen. Lloyd Bentsen

another heights closure

Houston diner known for breakfast all day closes in the Heights

Branching Out

Hidden gem Houston store offers timeless antiques at affordable prices

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RESTAURANTS + BARS

Wine-obsessed Houston restaurateur honors Napa with new Montrose eatery

MEET THE TASTEMAKERS

Houston's 9 best coffee shops brew strong drinks and good vibes

Meet the Tastemakers

Houston's 11 best neighborhood restaurants keep people coming back for more

European cafe-inspired coffee shop pours 4 new Houston locations

CITY LIFE

income news

This is what it takes to be a middle class earner in Houston in 2025

embrace diversity everywhere

Houston is the 2nd most diverse major American city in 2025

Come and build it

Houston's historic San Jacinto Monument getting a $142M transformation

Find love at first bark this February at the Houston SPCA

ENTERTAINMENT

tequila good

Houston Hot Girl Megan Thee Stallion shakes up a new tequila brand

weekend event planner

Here are the 16 best things to do in Houston this weekend

Taking it to the streets

Houston's Art Car Festival & Parade rolls into downtown for its 38th year

TRAVEL

a shore winner

Crystal Beach sails among top 10 spring break destinations for 2025

grab and go and fly

New United Club Fly provides a quick respite for travelers at IAH

travel awards

7 Houston hotels and spas earn stars in 2025 Forbes Travel Guide

An insider's guide to Mardi Gras in Lafayette, Louisiana

REAL ESTATE

Buzzy Suburb

Conroe ranks among most desirable U.S. suburbs to move to in 2025

prince of parties' palace

Legendary Houston caterer's gorgeous Greek Revival on sale for $2.95 million

The Yellowstone of Kerrville

3,300-acre ranch in the Texas Hill Country hits market for $65 million

Let an expert plan your social calendar when you live at Cypress Green

ARTS

shall we dance?

Houston Ballet presents new works and classics for 2025-2026 season

trunk show

Unforgettable elephant art installation rumbles into Houston's Hermann Park

raise the curtain

Beauty and the Beast and Tony-winning shows star in the Hobby Center's new season

HOME + DESIGN

going coastal

Houston designer's tips for embracing coastal design without going overboard

FASHION + BEAUTY

BOOTS & BLING

Texas jewelry designer Kendra Scott plants a yellow rose in the Heights

RODEO REVELRY

8 must-shop pop-up boutiques helping Houston get rodeo ready

GOLD RUSH

Houston designer Christina Greene unveils rodeo-ready new collection