Raise the Steaks

12 special Houston steak nights served Monday through Thursday

Show business

Federal judge once again strikes down Texas drag show ban

bayou views galore

Inside Houston’s art-filled, staycation spot with a rooftop pool and posh spa

shop 'til you drop

Outdoor clothing brand and clean makeup studio coming to Rice Village

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RESTAURANTS + BARS

get lucky

Staple West Houston Chinese buffet reopens after glamourous makeover

Pizaro's on the move

Family-owned Houston pizzeria rises with 2 new locations

Food trends

Halal BBQ is booming in Texas, with Houston making a major contribution

Underground Hot Spot

Discover downtown Houston's hidden lunch spot that's hiding in plain sight

CITY LIFE

Animal health

Continued screwworm threat slows down pet adoptions in Texas

working hard

Texas clocks in as 7th hardest working state in America for 2026

Find Your Purrrfect Match

Stretch, smile, and save a life during two upcoming Houston SPCA events

ENTERTAINMENT

it echoes

Montrose bar sounds off with two stories of nightly DJs and live music

weekend event planner

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

Come Hungry

Houston’s biggest food and wine weekend returns to Autry Park

TRAVEL

let's pitch a tent

2 scenic retreats near Houston declared best places to camp in U.S.

see historic natchez

New direct flight connects Houston with Southern tourist favorite

State Fair Fare

State Fair of Texas reveals 4 winners of 2026 Big Tex Choice Awards

On The Road

Explore Laredo for a vibrant cultural experience unlike anywhere else

REAL ESTATE

on the market

Houston-based Shell lists Energy Corridor campus for $325 million

your friends and neighbors

Pioneering Houston cohousing development opens with 10 homes available

ARTS

Best August Art

9 must-see art openings at Houston museums and galleries for August

coming attractions

Houston museum devotes 2027 exhibit to Black magazine photographers

HOME + DESIGN

right on track

First look at members-only work club’s vintage-filled new East End outpost

made with care

Houston company builds custom furniture for hotels and restaurants

FASHION + BEAUTY

LEATHER & LUXE

Heritage leather brand opens appointment-only boutique in River Oaks

SERENE STAYCATION

Slow down and recharge with wellness specials at these 7 Houston hotels

CHIC PICKS

Where to shop in Houston right now: 14 fresh finds for August 2026