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It's time to look back at our top 5 stories of the week.
25/01/2025

It's time to look back at our top 5 stories of the week.

Editor's note: It's time to look back at the top Houston news of the week. In addition to unprecedented winter weather, we covered the closing of Historic Houston's Salvage Warehouse, and the 2025 James Beard Award semifinalists. Read our most popular stories below, and then find fun things to do in...

Directors such as Christopher Nolan and Quentin Tarantino insist that analog film provides a superior movie watching exp...
24/01/2025

Directors such as Christopher Nolan and Quentin Tarantino insist that analog film provides a superior movie watching experience.

Not too long ago, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston screened Emilia Perez, the Spanish-language, Netflix-distributed crime comedy/musical that recently won big at the Golden Globes, landing statues for Best Foreign Language Film and Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy, and was just nominated fo...

Beef pho kolahces and pistacchio baklava croissants are coming to a new neighborhood.
24/01/2025

Beef pho kolahces and pistacchio baklava croissants are coming to a new neighborhood.

One of Houston’s most acclaimed bakeries is opening a second location. Koffeteria is coming to Spring Branch.

Harris County residents paid a median of more than $5,700 in property taxes in 2024.
24/01/2025

Harris County residents paid a median of more than $5,700 in property taxes in 2024.

It's time for the dreaded tax season, and Houston homeowners may be getting sticker shock looking at their property tax bills in 2025: Harris County property taxes have skyrocketed among the highest levels in the U.S., according to a recent report by information services provider CoreLogic.

Do wings taste better when fried in tallow? Only one way to find out.
24/01/2025

Do wings taste better when fried in tallow? Only one way to find out.

The Texans time in the NFL playoffs may have come to an abrupt end, but Houstonians still have plenty of opportunities for watching sports. The top 10-ranked UH Cougars looked poised for another run in the NCAA Tournament, the Rockets are one of the NBA’s most-improved teams, and it won’t be lon...

It's a family drama with a spooky vibe.
24/01/2025

It's a family drama with a spooky vibe.

There are few directors more adept at moving between genres than Steven Soderbergh. Throughout his career, he has made dramas and comedies, heist films and thrillers, films with serious topics like drug trafficking and films with frivolous subjects like male dancers. He’s also dipped his toe into ...

The crowd sipped champagne, snacked on caviar, and soaked in the vibes.
24/01/2025

The crowd sipped champagne, snacked on caviar, and soaked in the vibes.

Party Watch

It replaces the WeWork-owned Common Desk firm.
23/01/2025

It replaces the WeWork-owned Common Desk firm.

Rice University subsidiary Rice Real Estate Co. has tapped coworking company Industrious as the new operator of the Ion’s 86,000-square-foot coworking space in Midtown. Industrious replaces WeWork-owned Common Desk in that role.

Here's our take on 9 of the 10 Best Picture nominees.
23/01/2025

Here's our take on 9 of the 10 Best Picture nominees.

Awards Season

It's a nice day to give a rebel yell at a Billy Idol concert.
23/01/2025

It's a nice day to give a rebel yell at a Billy Idol concert.

Rock legend Billy Idol will go on his largest tour in years in 2025 with It’s a Nice Day To…Tour Again!, which will include a stop at the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion in The Woodlands on Saturday, May 3.

Low gas prices and a high number of car washes contributed to our state's lofty ranking.
23/01/2025

Low gas prices and a high number of car washes contributed to our state's lofty ranking.

A new report is silencing traffic complainers by ranking Texas the 9th best state to drive in the country.

Now that things have warmed up a bit, this weekend offers plenty of outdoor activities.
23/01/2025

Now that things have warmed up a bit, this weekend offers plenty of outdoor activities.

So, Jack Frost showed up this week and gave Houston a snowy winter wonderland.

More than 3,300 homes sold for $1 million or more.
22/01/2025

More than 3,300 homes sold for $1 million or more.

A new 2024 report from Texas Realtors has revealed the number of homes that sold in the state for $1 million or more increased 10 percent from last year to reach its second-highest peak ever recorded.

Keep this list handy for the city's next cold snap.
22/01/2025

Keep this list handy for the city's next cold snap.

Wine Guy Wednesday

Pop in for a plate.
22/01/2025

Pop in for a plate.

The restaurant Flower Child, known for its vibrant, made-from-scratch menu, has officially opened its doors in Houston’s Town & Country Village. This marks an exciting addition to the local dining scene, offering a fresh, wholesome option for a variety of lifestyles and dietary preferences.

It's one of only two Texas stops on the global tour.
22/01/2025

It's one of only two Texas stops on the global tour.

Concert News

Houston is well represented on this year's list of Beard Award semifinalists.
22/01/2025

Houston is well represented on this year's list of Beard Award semifinalists.

Houston is well represented on the list of semifinalists for the 2025 James Beard Awards. Overall, Houston received seven nominations in national categories and six nominations for Best Chef: Texas.

Two Insecure alumni joined Rae onstage for a trivia contest.
21/01/2025

Two Insecure alumni joined Rae onstage for a trivia contest.

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Snooze Galleria video sneak peek
Snooze Galleria video sneak peek

Get a video sneak peek of Houston's newest Snooze, an A.M. Eatery.

CultureMap Holiday Pop-up Shop, sponsored by Verizon
CultureMap Holiday Pop-up Shop, sponsored by Verizon

This Sunday, join us for the CultureMap Holiday Pop-up Shop, sponsored by Verizon. VerizonUp members get in early and the first 100 people get an awesome swag bag! Grab your tickets at http://cmap.eventbrite.com.

Construction tour of Jack & Ginger's and 77 Degrees
Construction tour of Jack & Ginger's and 77 Degrees

Get a sneak peek at two new bars coming to Midtown this fall: Jack & Ginger's - HTX and 77 Degrees - HTX.

34th Annual Caesar Salad Competition Houston
34th Annual Caesar Salad Competition Houston

Here's a quick recap of last night's Caesar Salad Competition Houston.

Whole Foods Market 365 tour
Whole Foods Market 365 tour

Get an inside look at the new 365 by Whole Foods Market with this video tour.

Promo Alert: Reliant Energy
Promo Alert: Reliant Energy

Who would you give $100k to? Vote for your favorite charity now. #ReliantGives Reliant Energy ®

Promo Alert: RodeoHouston
Promo Alert: RodeoHouston

See Keith Urban at RodeoHouston this spring break. Get tickets now.

Gow Media Open House
Gow Media Open House

Houston friends and fans came to check out our new office & test their talent on camera last week at the Gow Media open house party!

Promo Alert: Old Forester
Promo Alert: Old Forester

You're sure to get some attention with this bourbon cocktail at your next party. The recipe calls for setting the glass on fire.

Promo Alert: Old Forester
Promo Alert: Old Forester

Now that's a damn good cocktail.

Promo Alert: Old Forester
Promo Alert: Old Forester

Cocktail, anyone? This one has a chai twist.

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