Standing for Change Planned Parenthood Gulf Coast’s Houston luncheon raises $1.6M for advocacy Mar 17, 2025 | 11:00 am Joel Luks
dumplings and drums Houston's political and media VIPs celebrate Lunar New Year in style Feb 14, 2025 | 11:00 am Joel Luks
ready to round top Where to eat, drink, honky tonk, and (obvi) shop at Round Top's fab fall show Oct 23, 2023 | 3:30 pm Steven Devadanam Gabi De la Rosa
What's Eric Eating Episode 275 Heights Chicken Shack owner dishes on her Mandy Moore-approved sandwiches and big national plans Mar 17, 2023 | 1:00 pm CultureMap Staff
the mayor-elect speaks Houston mayor-elect John Whitmire plans to make City Hall 'user-friendly' Dec 11, 2023 | 2:07 pm Tom Abrahams, ABC13
Movie Review Satirical American Fiction takes aim at Black stereotypes in media Jan 5, 2024 | 9:49 am Alex Bentley
steaks and whiskey in memorial city Memorial City goes haywire with new elevated ranch-to-table restaurant from Velvet Taco masterminds Mar 2, 2023 | 9:32 am Eric Sandler
90 minutes to bliss Round Top charms visitors with can't-miss shopping, rustic-chic hotels, and quaint holiday escapes Dec 22, 2022 | 6:00 am Steven Devadanam
best april theater Legally Blonde and Steel Magnolias headline can't-miss Houston theater in April Apr 4, 2023 | 6:00 am Tarra Gaines
State Fare The Woodlands Stately Houston restaurant lands new outpost in scenic Woodlands destination May 11, 2021 | 10:30 am Eric Sandler
bress in the building Texas-born NFL superstar quarterback stars in record-breaking $1.2M gala Nov 23, 2021 | 4:30 pm Steven Devadanam
party watch Houston's real estate stars roll with celebs at big-money awards show Mar 9, 2020 | 4:53 pm Steven Devadanam
bye pi Cult-favorite Houston pizza restaurant announces shutter Feb 21, 2020 | 5:01 pm Steven Devadanam
Sam's Shutters Insta-worthy fried chicken and doughnuts restaurant flies away from The Heights Mar 10, 2020 | 9:18 am Eric Sandler
What's Eric Eating Episode 133 The Houston West African pop-up made famous on PBS, plus new cocktails at Penny Quarter Feb 27, 2020 | 3:35 pm CultureMap Staff
No pie for you Rumor no more: Popular Houston restaurant group announces surprising new owner Sep 4, 2018 | 9:48 am Eric Sandler
State Fare Sold Restaurant shocker: Memorial-area comfort food spot has new owners Aug 16, 2018 | 9:57 am Eric Sandler
Petite Sweets Shutters Popular Upper Kirby sweet shop will dish out its last dessert Aug 24, 2018 | 11:37 am Eric Sandler
Major Shutter News 2 Heights-area restaurants shuttered for now but not gone for good Aug 2, 2018 | 1:53 pm Eric Sandler
Major Restaurant Drama Restaurant shocker: Prominent Houston restaurateur parts ways with company he helped found Mar 19, 2018 | 12:57 pm Eric Sandler
This Week's Hot Headlines Surprising restaurant drama and island getaway lead top stories Mar 24, 2018 | 12:00 pm Eric Sandler
What's Eric Eating Episode 45 Popular chef has the rub on his Memorial hot spot, plus latest dining news Mar 29, 2018 | 1:33 pm CultureMap Staff
tastemakers 2018 Houston’s culinary all-stars and food fans toast the biggest Tastemaker Awards yet Apr 6, 2018 | 6:10 am Steven Devadanam
Best New Restaurants 16 best new restaurants in Houston vie for ultimate Tastemaker title — vote now Mar 14, 2018 | 4:16 pm Eric Sandler
Rising Star Chef of the Year The 9 rising star chefs bringing Houston's culinary scene to a boil Mar 6, 2018 | 10:19 am Eric Sandler
Chow Down Whole Foods Market helps you be a Tastemaker in your own kitchen Jun 9, 2017 | 1:00 pm CultureMap Create
SportsMap's On The Map Boisterous crowd celebrates launch of SportsMap.com at blowout bash Oct 5, 2017 | 4:56 pm Marcy de Luna
a feast of events 10 tastiest Houston food and drink events on the menu for 2018 Jan 25, 2018 | 9:37 am Marcy de Luna
Help with Harvery Relief Help with Harvey: Restaurant group guides employees through recovery Sep 7, 2017 | 12:57 pm Eric Sandler
Best New Restaurant of 2017 The 14 best new restaurants of 2017 are the Riel deal Dec 20, 2017 | 8:15 am Eric Sandler
What's Eric Eating Episode 13 Woodlands restaurants, Heights burger battle, and farmers market transformation are hot podcast topics Jul 28, 2017 | 2:01 pm CultureMap Staff
Best New Restaurant Final Four It's down to the Final Four in voting for Houston's Best New Restaurant Apr 11, 2017 | 8:28 am Eric Sandler
party watch Million-dollar Maroon & Gray affair toasts the top talent at TSU May 7, 2018 | 6:15 pm gregg harrison
Fall Festival Guide 6 hottest fall music festivals in Houston and beyond Sep 8, 2017 | 12:21 pm Kelly Stocker
AYCE Pi Pizza Enjoy some of Houston's best pizza at all-you-can-eat low price on Tuesday nights Jun 12, 2017 | 12:49 pm Eric Sandler
Pethouse pet of the week Charming Charlie: Adoptable pooch has Ringo, airline waits, and a must-try burger on his mind Jul 7, 2017 | 12:34 pm Ken Hoffman
What's Eric Eating? CultureMap's ace food writer launches podcast that examines Houston culinary scene Apr 28, 2017 | 10:00 am Clifford Pugh
Sneak Peek at Star Fish Sneak peek: Star Fish debuts with fresh take on seafood, dreamy french fries, and killer martinis Apr 18, 2017 | 10:10 am Eric Sandler
The Final Matchup Best New Restaurant finale features intimate Montrose newcomer versus Memorial rising star Apr 16, 2017 | 10:00 am Eric Sandler
This Week's Hot Headlines The cost of living comfortably and Tastemaker Awards winners top this week's stories Apr 22, 2017 | 12:00 pm Eric Sandler
Changes at Shade Beloved Heights restaurant is turning Blue as a modern bistro with dramatic new menu May 12, 2017 | 10:14 am Eric Sandler
Poke Fever hits Houston NYC-based poke restaurant brings Instagram-friendly bowls to Heights area Apr 21, 2017 | 10:23 am Eric Sandler
Summer Openings Guide 26 ultra-exciting restaurants opening in Houston this summer, from Chris Shepherd to Nobu May 3, 2018 | 10:48 am Eric Sandler
Where to Eat Right Now Where to Eat Now: 11 of this spring's best new Houston restaurants offer diverse options May 17, 2017 | 10:09 am Eric Sandler
Weekend event planner Here are the top 11 things to do in Houston this weekend Mar 29, 2017 | 4:00 pm Marcy de Luna
Best New Restaurant 16 best new restaurants in Houston compete for top Tastemaker title Apr 5, 2017 | 10:58 am Eric Sandler
Round Two Intriguing matchups among Elite 8 as Tastemaker Best New Restaurant voting continues Apr 7, 2017 | 10:07 am Eric Sandler
Little Liberty Shuttered Rice Village location joins wave of Houston restaurant closings, but there's still room on the Island Mar 13, 2017 | 12:44 pm Eric Sandler
Houston Texans Grille Shutters Another post-Super Bowl shutdown: Houston Texans Grille closes in CityCentre Feb 8, 2017 | 1:50 pm Eric Sandler
Sneak Peek at Pi Pizza Sneak peek at Pi Pizza: Acclaimed food truck finds a permanent home for distinctive pizzas and more Aug 23, 2016 | 10:32 am Eric Sandler
Fluff Bake Pop-Ups Return Sugar Hooker recruits an all-star lineup of chefs for pop-up dinner series Feb 20, 2017 | 9:11 am Eric Sandler
Filling the Performance Void Daring to be different, non-profit group shines light on H-Town's innovative performing artists Aug 3, 2016 | 2:23 pm Shelby Hodge
Avenue CDC presents Art on the Avenue Avenue CDC presents Art on the Avenue Nov 5, 2016 | 6:00 pm technical
Finger Lickin' Good More than 50 chefs, pitmasters and mixologists deliver unbelievable spread for Taste of the Nation Sep 22, 2016 | 7:31 am Shelby Hodge
CultureMap Exclusive Popular pizza truck gets a brick and mortar home thanks to newly launched restaurant group Apr 28, 2016 | 7:45 am Eric Sandler
Social Media Frenzy Social media frenzy: Gun activists target acclaimed pizza shop over concealed carry law Sep 26, 2016 | 11:34 am Eric Sandler
This Week's Hot Headlines Beyoncé's fave restaurant and gun activists' target headline week's top stories Oct 2, 2016 | 12:00 pm Clifford Pugh
Welcome Lee's Creamery Expanding restaurant group adds ice cream to its lineup — Are you ready for a doughnut sandwich? Jul 12, 2016 | 12:00 pm Eric Sandler
This Week's Hot Headlines Uber's threat to leave and a new pizza shop top this week's headlines Apr 30, 2016 | 8:00 am Eric Sandler
Weekend Event Planner Fun happenings: Here are the top 13 things to do in Houston this weekend Nov 2, 2016 | 4:00 pm Dominique McGhee
Houston Culinary Awards 2016 Newcomers set the pace in nominations for awards honoring best of Houston's dining scene Aug 1, 2016 | 10:34 am Eric Sandler
New ice cream options Houston newest ice cream parlors: Cool off with lots of flavors, liquid nitrogen frozen treats Aug 1, 2016 | 12:42 pm Eric Sandler
Mega Opening Guide The 44 most exciting Houston-area restaurants opening before Super Bowl LI Oct 27, 2016 | 10:00 am Eric Sandler
Where to Eat Now Where to Eat Now: Catch up on the summer's best new restaurants in October Oct 6, 2016 | 2:19 pm Eric Sandler
Sneak Peek at Liberty Kitchen Sneak peek at newest Liberty Kitchen: 'Happy' look with seafood favorites, build-your-own poke bowls Jun 6, 2016 | 10:30 am Eric Sandler
First Taste of State Fare First taste: New hospitality group brings Texas comfort food to Memorial City May 8, 2016 | 8:00 am Eric Sandler
Party Watch Famous action heroes reunite and meet up with karate kids at holiday party Dec 10, 2015 | 10:40 am Shelby Hodge
Where to Eat Right Now Where to Eat Right Now: 10 new and overlooked restaurants for June Jun 21, 2016 | 12:27 pm Eric Sandler
Petite Sweets Goes Big Upper Kirby pastry shop specializing in small bites goes big with full-size cakes and pies Apr 21, 2016 | 3:30 pm Eric Sandler
Community Artists' Collective presents "Self Love" opening reception Community Artists' Collective presents "Self Love" opening reception Jan 20, 2017 | 6:00 pm technical
Most Anticipated Summer Openings Houston's 14 most anticipated summer restaurant openings offer something for everyone Jun 9, 2016 | 10:30 am Eric Sandler
High Fives All Around Spirits run high as Houston Texans owners celebrate season opener in their swank suite Sep 11, 2016 | 9:03 pm Shelby Hodge
Art on the Avenue Frenzy Houston' largest silent art auction draws big crowd over two nights at Avenue CDC fundraiser Nov 8, 2016 | 9:08 am Clifford Pugh
Foodie News First look: Fried chicken and donut lovers get a fresh new option from Houston restaurant chain Oct 13, 2015 | 11:00 am Eric Sandler
What A Meal! All-star roster of Houston chefs plan amazing fundraiser dinner for popular foodie Nov 17, 2015 | 10:00 am Eric Sandler
Chic Tony's Goes Wacko for the Night Deliciously rowdy patrons, celebratory waiters take over Tony's for unique charity Apr 14, 2016 | 1:00 pm Shelby Hodge
Ben-Hur Blowout Ben-Hur star and producers spread the joy at pre-screening party at River Oaks District Aug 19, 2016 | 3:57 pm Shelby Hodge
Where to Eat Right Now Where to Eat Right Now: 10 hot new restaurants for November and surprising lunch options Nov 5, 2015 | 9:34 am Eric Sandler
Party Time! Continental Club rocks as CultureMap Social takes over with dance fever, games & neon hula hoop action Jun 26, 2015 | 1:00 pm Shelby Hodge
Gala Blockbuster at $10.7 million Oilman/philanthropist bucks the trend, boosts Baylor med school gala with $10 million gift Apr 10, 2016 | 6:20 pm Shelby Hodge
Party Watch Houston's Green leaders: Tree defenders honor eco difference makers in historic Heights house Feb 24, 2015 | 7:36 am Shelby Hodge shelby hodge
Foodie News Heights Tex-Mex joint stands on its own as restaurant group ends partnership May 16, 2015 | 9:30 am Eric Sandler
The Perfect Ladies Lunch The perfect ladies lunch: Award-winning chef and glittery jewels add delicious touch Oct 16, 2015 | 11:28 am Shelby Hodge
Super Bowl Parties Best Super Bowl parties ever! Politicos and heavy hitters revel at gridiron celebrations Feb 1, 2015 | 11:18 pm Shelby Hodge
Fancy Fitness Fete Michael Strahan returns to Houston for swank dinner party launching health club Dec 4, 2015 | 12:00 pm Shelby Hodge
Energy Mogul and $10 Million Gift Nigerian energy magnate says thank you to his alma mater with mega gift Feb 1, 2016 | 3:30 pm CultureMap Create
Foodie News Trendy seafood restaurant ventures outside the Loop into a Treehouse Dec 22, 2014 | 11:40 am Eric Sandler
CultureMap Restaurant Exclusive Ambitious Heights restaurant rises from the dead: Once shelved project brings unique 3-day cooking method Dec 3, 2014 | 3:48 pm Eric Sandler
Hillary's Houston Fundraiser Hillary Clinton rouses enthusiastic Houston supporters at top-dollar fundraiser Oct 16, 2015 | 1:42 pm Clifford Pugh
Shelby's Social Diary No summer doldrums here: Houston's top restaurants are packed with local celebrities Jul 18, 2014 | 12:11 pm Shelby Hodge shelby hodge
Opening Night Windfall Houston Symphony scores record everything on best opening night ever, applause, applause Sep 15, 2015 | 6:00 am Shelby Hodge
Til death do us part The quick and the dead party elbow to elbow at packed Dia de los Muertos gala: Skulls are the hot accessories Oct 24, 2014 | 1:44 pm Shelby Hodge shelby hodge
Where to Eat Right Now Where to Eat Right Now: 10 intriguing new restaurants that get January off to a tantalizing start Jan 6, 2015 | 9:47 am Eric Sandler
A Night Of Celebration Houston's newest power couple turn heads as Celebration of Reading raises $2.5 million Apr 25, 2015 | 1:26 pm Tarra Gaines
Foodie News New River Oaks seafood restaurant is already drawing a crowd Oct 21, 2013 | 4:35 pm Eric Sandler
Good Bricks Saving history: Historic preservation finally gets its day in Houston with city-changing projects honored Feb 3, 2015 | 12:48 pm Barbara Kuntz Barbara Kuntz
Tastermaker Award Winners Meet the winners of the 2014 CultureMap Tastemaker Awards: Best restaurant, best chef & more May 9, 2014 | 9:14 am Eric Sandler
Wild BFF Power True best friends forever: Wild Houston birthday duo ups the ante with another over-the-top bash Aug 24, 2014 | 12:02 pm Shelby Hodge
Shelby's Social Diary Standing ovations galore: Houston Symphony's new maestro charms a red carpet crowd on opening night Sep 15, 2014 | 1:04 pm Shelby Hodge
