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If You Eat One Thing
Succulent's handmade carrot‑gnocchi showcases balanced textures and vibrant flavors. Article by Gabi De la Rosa | Photography by Quit Nguyen River Oaks' burgeoning culinary scene recently expanded with the opening of Succulent Fine Dining. Founded by restaurateur Shawn Virene, known for a'Bouzy, the restaurant offers West Coast-inspired cuisine rooted in Napa Valley traditions. Executive Chef David Buckley leads the kitchen, bringing nationwide experience from Hawaii, San Diego, and The...
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Socorro's Tequila Takeover
Socorro Tequila lands in top Houston spots and American Airlines with award-winning, additive-free flavor. Article by Gabi De la Rosa | Photography by Courtesy of I & A Agave Spirits Founded in 2020 by spirits industry pros Josh Irving and Pablo Antinori, Socorro Tequila is made in the highlands of Jalisco with 100% Blue Weber agave and zero additives. Antinori is hands-on from harvest to aging, making sure every bottle reflects their commitment to clean, traditional tequila. The name Socorro...
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Beyond the Bottle
Vineyard Wine Cellars creates custom wine rooms that blend expert design, craftsmanship, and climate control. Article by River Oaks Lifestyle Staff | Photography by Courtesy of Vineyard Wine Cellars For more than two decades, Vineyard Wine Cellars has helped clients across the country transform their wine storage goals into custom, climate-controlled spaces. Long before glass-front wine rooms became showpieces in homes and restaurants, the company was already imagining the future of wine...
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The Architecture of Insects
Cirque du Soleil’s OVO costumes transform insect inspiration into wearable art through pleats, structure, imagination. Article by River Oaks Lifestyle Staff | Photography by Marie-Andrée Lemire For OVO , Cirque du Soleil’s insect-inspired show running in Houston from October 2 to 5, costume designer Liz Vandal drew on a lifelong fascination with bugs. “I’ve always had a passion for them,” she says. “When I was just a kid, I put rocks down around the yard near the fruit trees, and I lifted...
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