Arts + Culture

Curating the Ideal Kitchen

Edwards Interiors & Design creates functional, gorgeous, and uniquely personal spaces for her clients Article by Laura SanchezQuan A full-service residential interior design firm, Edwards Interiors & Design is dedicated to creating functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces that are unique and personal. Owner and principal designer Tiffany Edwards is passionate about the problem-solving aspect of design. “Every project presents unique challenges,” Tiffany says, “I love the process of finding...

September 2024

Food + Beverage

J'adore

Lady M Confections, a luxury cake brand, recently opened its largest location in Houston. Article by Gabi De la Rosa | Photography by Photos courtesy of Lady M Cakes Combining French pastry techniques with Japanese sensibility, Lady M is famous for its “thousand-layer” mille cakes, made with dozens of layers of paper-thin crepes and light pastry cream. The brand recently opened its flagship store in the West on West (WoW) development between Dairy Ashford and Kirkwood.    Lady M has a...

September 2024

Auto + Marine

Tastes Like Tradition

A recipe for success with family-owned Jonathan’s The Rub. Article by Laura SanchezQuan | Photography by Lauren Holub Photography Growing up in Brooklyn, Jonathan Levine, founder of Jonathan’s The Rub, became a commodities trader in New York City. He soon realized he needed to pursue his real passion: cooking.  Before moving to Houston in 2000, when he opened Jonathan’s Catering (which would eventually become Jonathan’s The Rub Restaurant), Jonathan owned and operated three restaurants in...

September 2024

Life + Culture

Where to Eat & Drink Now

We're sharing where to find the best food and drinks in Houston right now. Article by Gabi De la Rosa Houston and food are a match made in culinary heaven. With so many destination-worthy spots, there's hardly a reason to eat at the same place twice. Here are some of the top restaurants in Houston to explore right now.    Duck N Bao Popular dim sum spot Duck N Bao recently opened its third location in Rice Village. Customers can expect the same handmade dumplings, Peking duck, and...

September 2024

Food + Beverage

Raise a Glass

From spicy sippers to classic whiskey apertifs, here are nine cocktails creating a different kind of buzz. Article by Gabi De la Rosa Whiskey Business Jethro's This new Montrose watering hole is perfect for fall sipping as their garage door-styled windows allow seamless indoor/outdoor dining. Their rotating cocktail menu and delicious bites keep the Midtown bar full. Whiskey enthusiasts will love the Not Your Dad's Old Fashioned, made with Hibiscus-infused rye whiskey, fernet, luxardo...

September 2024

Beauty

The luxury of home

Builder Erin Stetzer cultivates beautiful homes and great relationships Article by Diane Cowen | Photography by Lucy Call After more than 20 years in business, Erin Stetzer has carved a comfortable niche in Houston’s luxury home-construction industry, but doesn’t forget those early days, when she and her husband were starting their family. A native of Ohio, Erin moved to Houston as a sales representative for a chemical company and her work schedule found her constantly traveling. She and...

September 2024

Fitness

Adults Can Dance, Too!

In most dance studios, it is common to see young dancers in pink attire carrying bags adorned with glitz and ribbon coming in and out of the studio, but at MoveNation Dance Academy, you often see adults carrying bulky dance bags to the studio for their own dance classes. Have you ever wondered what happens to those dance students that you see on stage? Most of us realize that the chances of becoming a professional dancer requires significant dedication and effort and that most will not...

September 2024

Travel

Mountain Magic

Sedona offers a combination of leisure, wellness, and outdoor activities for visitors to go from feeling rushed to relaxed. Article by Gabi De la Rosa | Photography by Photography courtesy of The Wilde Resort and Spa Sedona is known for its stunning red rock views, penchant for wellness, and as a hub of outdoor activities. With nearly 300 sunny days per year and comfortable morning and evening temperatures, there isn't a wrong time to visit Red Rock Country. September through early December...

August 2024

Health + Wellness

The Art of Aesthetics

Pura combines the best medical technology with aesthetic expertise to enhance client's natural beauty. Article by Gabi De la Rosa | Photography by Lauren Holub Photography Cheryl Haseeb, DNP, owner of Pura Medical Aesthetics and Aesthetic Nation Houston, didn't have a typical journey into aesthetics. Growing up a tall, skinny girl with features that didn't fit into society's idea of beauty caused Cheryl to question her worth for years. Starting at 25, she spent thousands on surgical and...

August 2024

Event Planning + Services

Custom Built Legacy

This family-owned business expertly turning dreams into reality Article by Laura SanchezQuan Maria Frank’s father, Dave Steffan Sr., started Cabinets & Designs in 1972 selling Wood-Mode Custom Cabinetry. Maria’s involvement in the business started in 2007 and she soon realized the importance of continuing the legacy her father built. “To this day, prior clients will reach out to us, looking for help with a small issue, such as a new hinge,” Maria shares, “they’ll tell me we did their kitchen...

August 2024