Food + Beverage

Picture Perfect: Houston's Best Food Photographers

Houston’s top food photographers bring flavor to life, capturing mouthwatering moments that make the city’s dining scene unforgettable. Article by Gabi De la Rosa Jenn Duncan Jenn Duncan Photo   How did you get into food photography? I've always done photography, but food became my focus when I lived in DC. People don't often realize it's a food hub, but moving there from Los Angeles, it felt like the next step. I was offered great jobs, and it became my main work. When I moved to...

Life + Culture

Better Together

Belong Kitchen’s Guest Chef series brings Houston chefs together with employees to create community and delicious meals. Article by Memorial Lifestyle Staff | Photography by Marlo Wise Belong Kitchen, located in the heart of Memorial, is a neighborhood non-profit restaurant that provides paid employment for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in a supportive work environment. In addition to its regular menu of items such as cinnamon rolls and breakfast tacos, Belong...

Life + Culture

One Year With Michelin

One year after earning Michelin recognition, chefs share how the award shaped their craft and careers in unexpected ways. Article by Gabi De la Rosa Late August  Michelin Recommended Late August was recognized with a Recommended designation at the November 2024 Michelin awards. Known for a thoughtful approach to curating their menu, the restaurant celebrates culture, flavor, and sustainability. Chris Williams, chef, restaurateur, and co-owner of Lucille’s Hospitality Group, reflects on...

Food + Beverage

Tasty Trends & Savory Secrets: A Houston Dining Guide

Chefs and restaurateurs reveal their top picks for the season in this Houston dining guide. Article by Allyson Straczek     MaKiin makiinthai.com MaKiin invites guests on a journey through Thai flavors and traditions, no passport required. Owner, Lukkaew Srasrisuwan, encourages first-time diners to begin with the Appetizer Symphony, a shareable starter and tasty way to start the meal. From there, the Tom Yum soup, with lemongrass, kaffir lime, and roasted Thai chili pepper, is...

Home + Design

Stylish Hospitality

Gin Braverman's innovative design taps into all of the senses. Article by Diane Cowen | Photography by Leonid Furmansky When upscale Asian steakhouse Haii Keii opened in the Upper Kirby District earlier this year, guests uttered fawned over its interior design before even sampling its luscious food and drinks. Those interiors are the work of hospitality visionary Gin Braverman, founder of Gin Design Group and the October honoree of the Houston Design District’s Leaders In Design program. ...

Food + Beverage

From Bayou to Bowl

Houston's chefs serve fresh Gulf seafood with bold, locally inspired flavors. Article by Gabi De la Rosa Seafood has officially claimed its place at the head of the table in Houston. That might sound like a given for a city sitting mere miles from the Gulf coastline, but for years, the spotlight was on Texans' favorite protein: beef. Steaks reigned supreme while the bounty of the Gulf played a supporting role.   Tides are turning. Menus all over town highlight Gulf shrimp, oysters, snapper...

Travel

Will Travel For Food

Celebrate Hill Country flavors, fine wines, and live music. Article by Gabi De la Rosa | Photography by Courtesy of Fredericksburg Food & Wine Festival Fredericksburg Food & Wine Festival  The Fredericksburg Food & Wine Festival runs from October 21st through 26th and offers a fantastic opportunity to sample many of the Texas Hill Country’s best food and wine all in one place. The festival provides a variety of ticket options, from individual event passes to badges that grant access to...

Home + Design

Hallie Henley Sims’ well-planned path

Houston designer uses rich colors, lively patterns and interesting textures in home projects. Article by Diane Cowen | Photography by Jack Thompson Hallie Henley Sims’ mother was a teacher, but she loved home projects – her own as well as those of friends, and a young Hallie tagged along when she shopped for treasures for the home. It was inevitable that when Hallie was in fifth grade was asked what she wanted to be when she grew up she would write: interior designer. When she was a...

Food + Beverage

Strong on Style

Latuli blends personal storytelling, Gulf Coast roots, and thoughtful design into an elevated, welcoming destination. Article by Gabi De la Rosa When guests walk into Latuli, they may not know that every element, from the hand-troweled plaster walls to the terracotta lamps overhead, was chosen with purpose. But they can feel it. Located in the Memorial neighborhood, the style of Latuli is a collaboration between co-owner Allison Knight, chef Bryan Caswell, and Alfredo Paredes Studio. "I've had...

Home + Design

Your Home’s Personality

Expert tips, fresh trends, and creative tools to help personalize your space with custom fabrics, and timeless design choices. Article by Fatima Durrani   As temperatures begin to drop and families turn their attention to the upcoming winter holidays, it's a natural time to reassess the look and feel of their home. Often, decor choices that once felt stylish, like decade-old drapes, can begin to show their age without having authentic vintage charm. For those seeking a simple refresh that...