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    Shop What We Shop

    Scoop up stylish gifts from GiftingMap for the sophisticated man in your life

    CultureMap Create
    Nov 19, 2018 | 12:00 pm
    Brackish feather bow ties
    Brackish feather bow ties make a statement.
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    Have you made a list and checked it twice yet? If not, GiftingMap is here to help. The shopping site curated by CultureMap has rounded up the most sophisticated presents around, many of which are handcrafted and come with Texas ties.

    Not only that, we've curated the items into collections to make shopping even easier. This time we're looking at gifts for the men in your life, and highlighting a few of our favorite picks below. Want to see more? Shop the rest of the collection online.

    Assouline Whiskey Cocktails book
    A go-to tome for amateur bartenders and cocktail connoisseurs alike, this 140-page book collects recipes from America's top mixologists and frames it against the knowledge of expert Brian Van Flandern. Trace the spirit's roots throughout America and the world and feast your eyes on full-color pictures from such legendary New York City bars as The Brandy Library, Dead Rabbit Bar, and McSorleys.

    Baccarat decanter and whiskey highball glasses
    Elevate cocktail hour with this elegant set, which telegraphs to guests that their host is a worldly man of taste. While liquor doesn't need to be decanted in the way wine does, it doesn't hurt to present your spirits in a more impressive manner, and barware from arguably the world's best crystal maker is sure to do that.

    Bird Dog Bay tie, cufflinks, and briefcase
    Each whimsical, often animal-themed, design is hand-drawn by founder Steve Mayer, who vowed to create products that married classic style with high-quality design. The leather goods are made with Texas steer hide, while the ties are 100-percent silk twill, hand-printed, and hand-made. The outdoor theme makes itself known with the company's 12 gauge brass cufflinks, the perfect gift for an avid sportsman.

    Brackish bow ties
    Co-founder Ben Ross crafted bow ties made from turkey feathers for his groomsmen in 2007, and a decade later the stylish accessories have become a highly sought-after finishing touch for well-dressed gentlemen wanting to make an impression. The feathers are all-natural and sustainably sourced and are handcrafted in Charleston.

    Corkcicle Whiskey Wedge
    Hello whiskey, goodbye watered-down. This is the artful way to perfectly chill, but not water down, your favorite spirits. During freezing, the ice forms a wedge shape on one side of the glass, so when you pour a drink the wedge melts slowly to helps retain your drink's full favor.

    Ray-Ban Wayfarer sunglasses
    A true American classic, these sunnies set the standard. Whether he's the type that's always misplacing his specs and needs a backup or is just in need of his first pair, you can't go wrong with the original.

    Sugarfina Vice collection
    What's the one thing that could make candy better? Booze. The luxury candy company combines these two indulgences into delectable desserts like Bourbon Bears, Single Malt Scotch Cordials, Pale Ale Pints, and Martini Olive Almonds. But these treats are safe for the teetotaler, as they don't contain any actual alcohol.

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    Spring into Shopping

    Spring edition of Houston Ballet's shopping fundraiser returns in April

    Brianna McClane
    Jan 20, 2026 | 9:15 am
    Nutcracker Market SPRING
    Photo courtesy of Houston Ballet
    Houston Ballet has brought back Nutcracker Market SPRING after a four-year hiatus.

    Shopping enthusiasts are dancing with joy over the latest announcement from the Houston Ballet. After a four-year hiatus, the spring version of the ballet's popular Nutcracker Market is returning to Houston.

    Nearly 150 merchants will offer warm-weather wares at Nutcracker Market Spring, taking place April 17 through April 19 at NRG Center.

    “The impact of Nutcracker Market Spring is immense, and we are thrilled to bring this spring tradition back to Houston,” Houston Ballet executive director Sonja Kostich said in a statement. “The funds raised allow us to share the art of ballet with more people, including the talented dance students in our scholarship programs.”

    Familiar vendors like Apples Gone Wild, Dog Collar World, and Will Hill Soap Company are returning, alongside more than 40 new merchants. Shoppers will discover brands such as Beaded Blondes, a Texas-based company known for its hand-strung, 14-karat gold beaded jewelry.

    Like its sister event, 11 percent of all merchandise sales and admissions will benefit the Houston Ballet, its Academy, and scholarship programs. The Nutcracker Market has raised more than $100 million for the Houston Ballet since its inception.

    General admission tickets are $20 and valid for one day. Early bird tickets are $40 and include access to all three days of the market, along with 8:30 am early admission on Friday, April 17. Tickets can be purchased at nutcrackermarket.com or at NRG ticket windows during market days. Early bird tickets can also be purchased by calling 713-535-3231 by April 9.

    Nutcracker Market Spring runs Friday, April 17 from 10 am to 7 pm; Saturday, April 18 from 10 am to 6 pm; and Sunday, April 19 from 10 am to 5 pm.

    Nutcracker Market SPRING

    Photo courtesy of Houston Ballet

    Houston Ballet has brought back Nutcracker Market SPRING after a four-year hiatus.

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