Food + Beverage

Sun's Out, Buns Out

Dig into some of Houston's best burgers this summer season. Article by Gabi De la Rosa Grilling season is here, and for many of us, that means dusting off our burger recipes and firing up the grill. But if you don't have a grill or want to avoid the summer heat by staying inside, Houston restaurants have plenty of mouth-watering burgers to satisfy any craving. High-quality ingredients are the hallmark of a good burger, and diners can choose from veggies or salmon, brisket, ground beef, or...

June 2024

Arts + Culture

Telling stories through her architecture

Michelle Old nurtures art and architecture while elevating design and mentoring younger peers Article by Diane Cowen When Michelle Giuseppetti Old was younger, art was her passion. When a high school art history teacher posed the idea that great architecture was an expressive public art form, Old could see her future occupation in a whole new light. In addition to its inherent beauty, great architecture offers functionality and performance to its users and focuses on the immediate...

June 2024

Arts + Culture

In the Zone

The Shop Club and Derby Restaurant are now open in Houston. Article by Memorial Lifestyle Staff | Photography by Nina Diaz Motor enthusiast and serial entrepreneur Matt Bell has turned a lifelong passion into a reality with the grand opening of The Shop Club and Derby Restaurant in Houston's Northwest/Champions neighborhood. The 70,000-square-foot space promises a haven for motor and art collectors, offering a unique blend of automotive enthusiasm, community, and elevated dining experiences. ...

June 2024

Local Services

In Demand

Bobby Fierro, owner of Uptown Appliance Repair, shares his journey as an entrepreneur. Article by River Oaks Lifestyle Staff | Photography by Lauren Holub Photography Bobby Fierro's venture into the appliance repair business wasn't just a career choice; it was a response to adversity and an observation of market demand. We sat down with Bobby as he shared the journey of Uptown Appliance Repair and its goal to become a household name in Texas. Uptown Appliance Repair traces its roots back to...

June 2024

Travel

Vacations with Benefits

Tucked away on 20,000 acres in South Carolina’s low country, this classic resort delivers quintessential southern hospitality at every turn. Article by Sue G. Collins | Photography by Photography courtesy of Montage Palmetto Bluff Finding a life partner just might be easier than finding someone you can travel with. Pace, patience and priorities all matter when organizing itineraries, straddling time zones and navigating new places.  Do you like languid mornings with room service, wide sandy...

June 2024

Auto + Marine

Waterfront adventures at Pier 6 Seafood & Oyster House

Enjoy cocktails and light bites on a yacht excursion from Pier 6 Seafood & Oyster House Article by Gabi De la Rosa In addition to delicious food and a great atmosphere, Pier 6 has added one more reason to visit their waterfront restaurant. The eatery has launched a new event series, Wine Down Wednesday cruises, in partnership with Great Escapes Yacht Charter on the first and third Wednesday of each month. These sunset cruises aboard a 43-foot power catamaran offer guests a scenic journey on...

June 2024

Travel

Out of the Blue

Bora Bora offers the vacation of a lifetime with unmatched beauty and magical adventures. Article by Gabi De la Rosa | Photography by Photography courtesy of Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora Nowhere else can you find the same combination of remote island beauty, a deep appreciation of local culture, and sun-kissed luxurious pleasure as in Bora Bora. On the island of the "First Born," a stay might mean experiencing the thrill of swimming with sharks and rays, diving into the depths to see...

June 2024

Arts + Culture

Recital 2024: Dance Drive

Recital season is always a busy one- organizing costumes, picture day, t-shirts, parent volunteers, decorations, programs...It takes a lot of effort from the studio, from dancers, and from parents to get it all put together. It can feel overwhelming at times, but on May 16, 2024, we were feeling it come together and preparing for dress rehearsal the next day.Little did we know what would happen that evening. Dancers sheltered at the studio as the tornados swirled around Houston and took down...

May 2024

Home + Design

A life and career of grand gestures

Kelly Gale Amen creates furniture, textiles and, now, delicate pashminas Article by Diane Cowen Kelly Gale Amen’s life is full of grand gestures, but his work is admired for the simplicity with which he approaches clients’ needs. They want to keep a favorite brown sofa or have stacks of books they can’t live without. Amen will make it work. He can change the energy in a room by adding color or shifting in furniture, hanging new art and mirrors or placing a new rug or art. The Oklahoma...

May 2024

Life + Culture

Mini Golf: A Hole in One

Houston has several top-notch options for mini golf you’ve got to try right now. Article by Memorial Lifestyle Staff Miniature golf courses are like the chill, laid-back cousins of the regular ones. They're perfect for everyone, whether you're a pro or starting out.  From fantasy lands to ancient civilizations and even movie-inspired setups, these courses are created with the utmost fun and competition in mind. No matter the venue, it's like stepping into a new world with each game. In...

May 2024