Slowpokes is coming

Sawyer Yards cafe closes as Astro-owned Houston coffee brand pivots

New Year's greetings

Chris Shepherd gives thanks for underrated wine and talented Houston doctors

sudden cupcake shutter

Cupcake pioneer Sprinkles shutters all locations, including one in Houston

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RESTAURANTS + BARS

Top restaurant stories of 2025

Major closures, celeb sightings, more top Houston restaurant news 2025

Where to Eat on New Year's Eve

25 Houston restaurants celebrating New Year's Eve with caviar, bubbles, and more

where there's smoke

Houston's only Michelin-recognized Tex-Mex restaurant now open in Bellaire

Chef's Table

The Houston chef you need to know: Flora's Epi Rosas

CITY LIFE

Sobering statistic

Texas ranks as one of the deadliest states for New Year’s crashes

hottest headlines of 2025

The 10 hottest CultureMap headlines that had Houston talking in 2025

This Week's Hot Headlines

Austin restaurant chain bowls over River Oaks and more popular stories

New Year, New You

Want to make a difference in the New Year? Foster with Houston SPCA.

ENTERTAINMENT

weekend event planner

Here are the top 14 things to do in Houston this weekend

The Year's Best Films

Starpower and expert storytelling define the 10 best movies of 2025

Hottest Headlines of 2025

Ren Fest drama tops Houston's hottest entertainment headlines of 2025

An Immersive Memory

Holiday + New Year's Eve events sparkle with immersive photo activations

TRAVEL

New year, fresh air

Gear up for a 'first day hike' at a Texas park on New Year’s Day 2026

Now hear this

New Texas museum shines spotlight on Tejano music history

schedule your pto

Far West Texas city recognized as a top travel destination for 2026

REAL ESTATE

THE AMERICAN DREAM

How long it takes to save for a home down payment in Houston

hottest headlines of 2025

Here are the 10 hottest Houston real estate headlines of 2025

housing news

Houston ranks among top 10 U.S. cities for mobile home living

Your Expert Guide

Pine Shadows: Peaceful charm meets prime Houston location

ARTS

Top arts stories of 2025

Blockbuster exhibits star in Houston's top 10 arts stories of 2025

MFAH expands

Houston museum acquires historic Masonic lodge property for new greenspace

Get inspired

Noted Houston street artist paints vibrant new mural at downtown venue

HOME + DESIGN

top home + design articles of 2025

Hidden gems, affordable finds, more top Houston design news from 2025

respectful design

New Montrose studio brings bespoke European design to Houston

FASHION + BEAUTY

INTENTIONAL INDULGENCE

Focus on wellness with these 6 indulgent Houston spa experiences

HOTTEST HEADLINES OF 2025

Celeb's Texas-sized ring dazzles in our top 10 fashion stories of 2025

LEGGINGS + LATTES

Athleisure giant Lululemon opens Houston flagship with in-store cafe

Gifts On Gifts

Houston's CityCentre wraps up gift-giving with perfect presents for all