The greatest gift
Christmas for the homeless: Santa, Elves and a winter wonderland in Houston surprise shelter moms and kids
Dec 27, 2014 | 9:03 am
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Holiday Truths
Celebrity Christmas: George Clooney & Scarlett Johansson make the perfect holiday kiss, but lose the eggnog
Dec 25, 2014 | 9:01 am
Building Blocks
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Dec 22, 2014 | 1:00 pm
KHOU & CultureMap
Department store Santa Claus experience brings tidings of joy and discomfort in holiday comedy
Dec 22, 2014 | 12:00 pm
Party Watch
Hispanic powerhouses celebrate positions of influence at Mayor's annual Latino holiday bash
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Christmas Dining Choices
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Dec 22, 2014 | 10:53 am
Holiday Gift Guide
Houston-inspired Gift Guide: Great last-minute presents that evoke the Bayou City spirit
Dec 22, 2014 | 10:00 am
Partiers Chase Blues Away
Fashion-forward crowd chases away the holiday blues at stylish party with exclusive live auction
Dec 21, 2014 | 12:00 pm
Great Gift Ideas
Favorite Things: Holiday Edition — Man cave toys, edgy jewelry & other unique, fun items
Dec 21, 2014 | 10:30 am
Best Christmas Restaurants
Houston's best Christmas restaurants: Where to eat right now to be holiday wowed
Dec 20, 2014 | 6:35 pm
Chocolate Delight
1,500-pound monster Santa stops Christmas lovers in their tracks at this vaunted Houston hotel
Dec 20, 2014 | 1:33 pm
Smoke gets in your eyes
This ultimate "gentlemen's party" all about fine cigars, rare whiskey and female personal shoppers
Dec 19, 2014 | 10:38 am
Party Watch
Sexiest holiday party ever? Towering models & Cute Young Things give restaurant bash eye candy overload
Dec 18, 2014 | 3:42 pm
Party Watch
Historic homes holiday bash makes time travel a reality — and a top chef goes along for the fun
Dec 18, 2014 | 12:57 pm
Worst Stocking Stuffers
The 10 worst stocking stuffers ever: Holiday gifts you absolutely must never give — NEVER!
Dec 18, 2014 | 11:46 am
Shelby's Social Diary
This Halloween/Christmas mashup turns Houston witches into elves and everyone leaves with a present
Dec 18, 2014 | 9:02 am
Holiday Dining Deals
Be a holiday hero with special take-out treats from two of 2014's best new restaurants
Dec 17, 2014 | 1:34 pm
Party Watch
Chloe Dao runway show and appeal to empower women highlight Pratham holiday luncheon
Dec 17, 2014 | 9:05 am
'Tis The Season
Brass quintet charms crowds with annual Yuletide Concert in gardens of Bayou Bend
Dec 16, 2014 | 4:14 pm
Holiday Gift Guide
Organic Holiday Gift Guide: Perfect presents for your friend or loved one who lives an all natural lifestyle
Dec 16, 2014 | 9:51 am
Party Watch
Cosmetic surgeon takes a Glitter & Glow approach to holiday partying with a cause
Dec 15, 2014 | 12:00 pm
Holiday schmooze
Ridiculous traffic jam can't keep revelers from holiday party at River Oaks mansion
Dec 13, 2014 | 3:00 pm
Party watch
A sexy special guest: Miss Texas turns heads at Festari for Men holiday bash
Dec 12, 2014 | 12:12 pm
Party Watch
Mall Dreams: The Galleria turns into Santa's wonderland for leading cancer center's youngest supporters
Dec 11, 2014 | 12:32 pm
25 years of giving
Santa's last push? Oodles of toys and cash stack up as an impactful Houston charity ends its 25-year run
Dec 10, 2014 | 5:17 pm
Shelby's Social Diary
Jewelry stunner: Ultra pricey one-of-a-kind diamond bracelet makes the ladies swoon at a hot holiday bash
Dec 10, 2014 | 1:47 pm
Tabletop Tour
The best holiday tables ever: Decking the halls never looked so spectacular
Dec 10, 2014 | 9:46 am
Party Watch
River Oaks billionaire's mansion becomes a magical setting for ultimate Christmas party — and kids benefit
Dec 9, 2014 | 5:13 pm
Best Holiday Light Displays
Best holiday lights contest features two Houston-area destinations: Vote for your favorite now
Dec 9, 2014 | 2:10 pm
Say thank you
Hospital supporters wrap up the holidays with a $1.45 million gift at glamorous party
Dec 7, 2014 | 1:00 pm
The Review Is in
Where is Tiny Tim when you need him? Houston Grand Opera's one-man A Christmas Carol falls flat
Dec 6, 2014 | 5:07 pm
Party Watch
Sing-a-long with the stars: Holiday party brings out Houston's best crooners for one more time
Dec 6, 2014 | 10:30 am
Rock the Night
Houston's best holiday lights? It's hard to beat this winding, magical trail
Dec 6, 2014 | 9:06 am
Green Gift Guide
The best Green gifts: Low-maintenance expert picks that will thrill any plant lover
Dec 6, 2014 | 7:29 am
Worst Holiday Gifts Ever
The 10 Worst Holiday Gifts Ever: Presents you must avoid giving at all costs
Dec 5, 2014 | 4:20 pm
Holiday glamour
Holiday home tour of lavish River Oaks and Memorial manses will be a showstopper: Talk about decked halls
Dec 5, 2014 | 5:56 am
Party Watch
Dazzling jewels floor would-be Santas: This party takes holiday bling to another level
Dec 4, 2014 | 2:35 pm
Talk Opera To Me
The scariest Christmas Carol of all? Scrooge becomes an opera star (no really)
Dec 4, 2014 | 11:44 am
Insider Knowledge
A Christmas curmudgeon's guide to holiday theater: The only shows truly worth your time
Dec 3, 2014 | 12:46 pm
Holiday Reading Time
What to read right now: 5 fave books to escape the holiday madness into a fantasy world
Nov 30, 2014 | 4:30 pm
Insider Restaurant Tips
Insider Restaurant Tips: Houston's meat mecca chef shares his holiday favorites
Nov 28, 2014 | 12:02 pm
Houston Holiday Guide
Houston Holiday Guide: The best happenings and don't-miss events from downtown to Galveston
Nov 28, 2014 | 8:58 am
Fake Black Friday Sales Traps
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