TV Talk

Must-watch holiday TV: Shows that will get you through the reruns Must-watch holiday TV: Shows that will get you through the reruns By Mikela Floyd Kinnison

12.25.13  |  6:54 pm

When the weather outside is frightful, it’s time to power up the TV. Christmas break is upon us, and ...

Holiday Survival Guide

Don't kill the in-laws: 10 tips to stay out of jail, enjoy the ... Don't kill the in-laws: 10 tips to stay out of jail, enjoy the holiday By Samantha Webster

12.25.13  |  1:01 pm

"I don't know what to say, except it's Christmas and we're all in misery." — Ellen Griswold, National ...

Shelby's Social Diary

Hottie Elves and Sexy Santas rock this young professionals' swan song Hottie Elves and Sexy Santas rock this young professionals' swan song By Shelby Hodge

12.25.13  |  11:32 am

It might have been the swan song for the annual "Don't Stop Believin'" holiday bash but there were no ...

Crazy Chocolate Santa

2.4 million calories chocolate: Giant Santa in hip Houston wows 2.4 million calories chocolate: Giant Santa in hip Houston wows By Elizabeth Rhodes

12.24.13  |  10:01 am

Santa is already here in town and you truly won't believe how big (and sweet) he really is. The ...

Houston's Real Hunger Game

Houston's real hunger game: The holidays aren't so sweet for hungry Houston's real hunger game: The holidays aren't so sweet for hungry By Marene Gustin

12.24.13  |  7:04 am

For many of us the holidays are about an abundance of friends, family, gifts and food. BFF holiday lunches at ...

Sporty Gift Guide

Sporty gift ideas for your favorite fitness fanatic Sporty gift ideas for your favorite fitness fanatic By Karon Karter

12.22.13  |  5:00 pm

Here are some great gift ideas for the fitness fanatic on your holiday shopping list.

Dubai Journal

Christmas in Dubai: Holiday jaunt brings the ultimate in shopping Christmas in Dubai: Holiday jaunt brings the ultimate in shopping By Jane Howze

12.22.13  |  12:00 pm

Editor's note: CultureMap contributor Jane Howze is flying around the world in 17 days. Here is her first report ...

Horrible Stocking Stuffers

The Worst Christmas Stocking Stuffers ever: 10 ways to ruin a holiday The Worst Christmas Stocking Stuffers ever: 10 ways to ruin a holiday By Elizabeth Rhodes

12.21.13  |  4:01 pm

A stocking filled to the brim with gifts is a wonderful sight to behold on Christmas morning. It isn't ...

CultureMap Video

Celebrity stylists help women in crisis feel like a million bucks Celebrity stylists help women in crisis feel like a million bucks By Clifford Pugh

12.21.13  |  11:27 am

The Women's Home on lower Westheimer looked more like an upscale beauty salon Wednesday as 56 women who are ...

Mondo Cinema

Last minute gift suggestions for movie lovers - and Astrodome fans Last minute gift suggestions for movie lovers - and Astrodome fans By Joe Leydon

12.20.13  |  3:01 pm

Yes, Virginia, you still have time to select appropriate presents for the movie lovers on your Christmas list. Granted, you ...