Trend News

America's hottest food trend is going bananas in Houston

home design trends

Layering natural materials tops fall 2026 home design trends

Have Fun for Less

New discounts mean State Fair of Texas will cost less in 2026

This Week's Hot Headlines

Houston Tex-Mex institution to close flagship and more popular stories

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RESTAURANTS + BARS

what's next for chef sunny

Exclusive: Outspoken Houston sushi chef sounds off on ghost kitchen pivot

flipping out

Affordable Texas burger joint reaches major milestone for inner loop store

Underground Hot Spot

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

CITY LIFE

Found Footage

Texas hiker discovers impressively intact dinosaur track near Austin

dream a little dream

New Houston business crafts classes, coffee, and community in Montrose

preserving houston's history

Last minute donations save historic Houston theater from demolition

Bright Futures Ahead

Future STEM leaders gain global perspective through BAFTX International STEM program

ENTERTAINMENT

Movie Review

Dakota Fanning-led The Sun Never Sets needs more direction

COMO FLORECE

Beyoncé celebrates her birthday with surprise 'Como la Flor' mashup

Come Hungry

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

TRAVEL

where to travel right now

Luxe hotel rises in Texas' tallest tower + more September travel ideas

Destination Dolly

How Houstonians can plan a Dolly Parton pilgrimage to Tennessee

bayou views galore

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

On The Road

Explore Laredo for a vibrant cultural experience unlike anywhere else

REAL ESTATE

income news

This affluent Houston neighbor is America's 2nd wealthiest suburb

renter report

Houston home to No. 2 biggest drop in rent prices in U.S. since last year

on the market

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

ARTS

Best August Art

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

HOME + DESIGN

a culturemap exclusive

Houston 'plantrepreneur' opens vintage-filled shop in Old Town Spring

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

SEASONAL SCORES

Where to shop in Houston right now: 12 stylish stops for September

shop 'til you drop

Outdoor clothing brand and clean makeup studio coming to Rice Village

LEATHER & LUXE

Heritage leather brand opens appointment-only boutique in River Oaks