Food + Beverage

If You Eat One Thing

If you eat one thing at Zaranda, try the Taquitos de Atún: tender marinated tuna in a crisp blue-corn shell. Article by Gabi De la Rosa | Photography by Paula Murphy Zaranda, the latest concept by James Beard Award-winning chef Hugo Ortega, brings the flavors of Las Californias to downtown Houston, celebrating a cuisine without borders. From the bounty of Northern California’s fruits, vegetables, and nuts to Baja’s celebrated seafood and centuries-old wines, the menu merges land and sea with...

Home + Design

Real and Relaxed

Lauren Haskett mixes a little ‘edgy’ info California casual style. Article by Diane Cowen | Photography by Courtesy of Lauren Haskett Lauren Haskett came to Houston nearly 20 years ago with a new college degree, a fiancé and a job she’d gotten while visiting a cousin. A native of Fort Worth, she graduated from the University of Oklahoma and wanted to return to Texas. On a trip to Houston, she cold-called Kitchen and Bath Concepts, then owned by Peggy McGowen and now owned by her daughter...

Shopping

The Secret in Your Laundry

We all love the feeling of fresh, clean laundry. But here’s a little-known fact: standard laundry detergents can leave behind chemical residues on your clothes, even after a full wash. These tiny residues cling to fabric fibers and rub off on your skin, which can cause irritation, rashes, or just plain discomfort, especially for those with sensitive skin.Most of us never think about it, but your laundry routine could be contributing to skin problems. The good news? There’s a better way to get...

Life + Culture

Leading the Way

These Houston businesses are making ambitious moves with elevated fashion, craftsmanship, wellness, and sports. Article by Allyson Straczek Mirth  Katie McClure, co-founder mirthcaftans.com   Is there a particular collection you are excited about this year? Why?  Spring. We push ourselves artistically each season, and we blew it out of the water with this collection. We worked hard to blend current trends with our laid-back Mirth aesthetic in a way that feels fresh yet still...

Food + Beverage

February on the Rocks

Houston’s February cocktail scene bursts with creative, seasonal drinks and elevated bar experiences. Article by Gabi De la Rosa February hits, and suddenly, Houstonians are reaching for drinks that feel like the season is about to change. Mixologists feel it too, dreaming up cocktails that bridge cool nights and warmer days. Here are a few timely tipples worth sipping this season. ​ Moon (facing page) Moon is a jewel box bar that channels the mystery and shifting energy of the lunar...

Food + Beverage

Flavor Around the Clock

Katz’s opens its fifth Houston location in Memorial City, offering 24-hour dining and classic favorites Article by Memorial Lifestyle Staff | Photography by Photo courtesy of Katz's Memorial City just got a true taste of New York flair, Texas-style. Katz’s, Houston’s beloved 24/7 restaurant known for its “Never Kloses” motto, has officially opened its fifth location in the Memorial neighborhood. “It's a dream come true to bring our upscale 24-hour dining experience to a fifth Houston-area...

Food + Beverage

If You Eat One Thing

At Hungry’s order the Baked Goat Cheese, topped with apricots and red pepper, served with a crisp toasted baguette. Article by Gabi De la Rosa | Photography by Becca Wright Hungry’s recently celebrated five decades of serving Houstonians. Founded in 1975 as Hungry’s International Sandwich Shop in Montrose by Fred Sharifi and his family, the restaurant began with a menu of sandwiches and imported beers. It became one of the first in Houston to offer take-out and delivery during the 1980s oil...

Home + Design

Architect Steve Curry focuses on buildings with purpose

Health care, kids' camps, and YMCAs dominate Curry Boudreaux portfolio. Article by Diane Cowen | Photography by Courtesy of Curry Boudreaux Architects In any given week, architect Steve Curry could be working on an important medical facility, planning a summer camp or contemplating a YMCA building or renovation. Curry and his partners at Curry Boudreaux Architects are a generalist practice, tackling both residential and commercial projects that serve the public in important ways. This month...

Wellness

An Alpine Escape

Discover the Valais region of Switzerland, where alpine trails, thermal springs, and local traditions create restorative travel. Article by Gabi De la Rosa In Switzerland's Valais region, wellness and adventure are always part of the same itinerary. Morning could bring a high-alpine hike, afternoon a soak in mineral-rich springs, and evening a table set with traditional cuisine, always including delicious wine and cheese. For travelers, the best part will be finding the perfect balance between...

Fitness

Inside Houston's Guide to Everyday Wellness

Enter 2026 with clarity, organization, less stress, and comprehensive wellness routines by following the advice of health and wellness experts. Article by Allyson Straczek Kevin Wright Owner Medi-Weightloss Houston Memorial   How can people maintain weight loss? Lasting change is built on consistency, not perfection. Focus on small, sustainable habits, such as balancing lean protein with fiber-rich vegetables at each meal, staying hydrated, and getting quality sleep. Research...