Food + Beverage

If You Eat One Thing

Fast-casual Lebanese spot Craft Pita reinvents Caesar wraps with toum, shawarma chicken, and za’atar chips. Article by Gabi De la Rosa | Photography by Michael Ma At Craft Pita, founder Rafael Nasr is dedicated to sharing his culture through food. The fast-casual Lebanese restaurant has two Houston locations: West University and near the Galleria. The menu features traditional dishes made with authentic ingredients, including hummus, tabbouleh, falafel, and manaeesh, and is designed to be...

Travel

Destination: Mokara Hotel & Spa

A refined River Walk retreat blending heritage design, wellness amenities, and attentive service, offering travelers an elevated stay in the heart of San Antonio. Article by River Oaks Lifestyle Staff | Photography by Courtesy of Mokara Hotel & Spa On the banks of the San Antonio River Walk, Mokara Hotel & Spa feels both connected to the buzzy sights and sounds, yet also peaceful. Step outside and you are in the middle of the city’s energy. Step back in, and the liveliness slows down just...

Travel

Change of Scenery

With its recent renovation, the resort represents an investment in comfort, design, and experience, giving travelers a thoughtful place to settle into island life. Article by Gabi De la Rosa | Photography by Courtesy of Aruba Marriott Resort There is a reason so many travelers return to Aruba year after year. Outside the hurricane belt, the trade winds are steady, the water is the perfect shade of blue, and the pace of life definitely switches to island time. For first-timers or longtime fans...

Fitness

Let's Pickle!

Your guide to Houston’s hottest pickleball courts and hangouts. Article by Gabi De la Rosa Pickleball has officially claimed its place in Houston’s social calendar. The fast growing sport blends tennis, badminton, and Ping-Pong into one addictive, easygoing game, and we can’t get enough. From casual beginners to competitive regulars, courts across the city are buzzing morning to night. Here is a guide to the best places to play pickleball in the Bayou City. ​ Pickle Mania The first...

Entertainment

Designed Without Limits

Caesar Event Rentals brings refined style and precision to Houston’s most exclusive gatherings, offering limitless customization, pristine inventory, and seamless service for any event. Article by Allyson Straczek | Photography by Courtesy of Caesar Event Rentals Since May 2023, Caesar Event Rentals has designed and produced sophisticated events in Houston. Whether the occasion is a corporate event or a small personal gathering, each affair receives white-glove service.    “Our team never...

Health + Wellness

Unlocking Health and Longevity

Advanced diagnostics and specialists create personalized plans to improve metabolism, recovery, disease prevention, and longevity. Article by Allyson Straczek | Photography by Courtesy of Plais Medical Plais Medical is a Houston-based longevity and performance clinic that uses precision testing to extend patients’ health span and improve quality of life. Using a concierge-style approach, Plais Medical longevity specialists aim to extend patients’ health and lifespan through data-driven...

Home Services

Smart Care for Luxury Appliances

Annual, factory-trained maintenance safeguards high-end appliances, prevents costly failures, preserves warranties, ensures seamless performance, and maintains peace of mind. Article by Allyson Straczek | Photography by Jacob Power Photography Uptown Appliance Repair, a local provider of reliable repair services for premium brands, recommends preventive maintenance to extend the life of household appliances.  How does routine appliance maintenance avoid costly breakdowns, unexpected...

Home + Design

Within These Walls

With decades of experience, Winfrey Design Build delivers custom luxury homes shaped by precision and trust. Article by Gabi De la Rosa | Photography by Courtesy of Winfrey Design Build In Houston’s luxury home market, where there are many design firms to choose from and price alone is no longer a sign of quality, Winfrey Design Build has made a name for itself through consistency and experience. Founded by Bruce Winfrey, the firm operates under a model that brings architecture, construction...

Food + Beverage

If You Eat One Thing

Discover a hot chicken sandwich layered with in-house mac and cheese, optional slaw, pickle chips, and customizable spice levels. Article by Gabi De la Rosa | Photography by Courtesy of The Finn The Finn, the chef-driven destination inside the Jones on Main building downtown, is home to Hot Peckers, the hot chicken concept from the team behind Fire Noodz. Hot Peckers serves hot chicken plates, sandwiches, and comfort dishes with six spice levels, ranging from no heat to the signature Peckin...

Home + Design

It’s all about the mix

Designer Emily Spanos combines old and new with color texture and pattern for rooms with style and personality Article by Diane Cowen | Photography by Claudia Casbarian Rooms that look collected over time, filled with current, vintage and antique furnishings and accessories fill the portfolio of Emily Spanos, founder of Emily June Designs. “My style is timeless and layered. I’m textile-forward and like to get color and pattern early on and let it guide the rest of the project,” said Spanos...