Travel

Go With the Flow

Enjoy five memorable road trip destinations where water is the main attraction. Article by Gabi De la Rosa Corpus Christi  Three hours from Houston Just a short drive from Houston, Corpus Christi offers an easy and memorable coastal escape. With over 220 days of sunshine each year, the city is a great destination for year-round visits filled with relaxation, adventure, and culture.   The city is known for its beaches, offering several different beach areas, from the easy access of...

Travel

Gilded Getaway

Experience refined luxury on Manhattan’s Upper East Side with world-class shopping, iconic museums, elegant dining, and timeless charm. Article by Gabi De la Rosa Although there is something for every type of traveler in New York City, staying on the Upper East Side offers a refined and relaxing experience more insulated from the tourist-laden hustle and bustle of other parts of the city. Manhattan is full of famous landmarks, but visitors can enjoy a full New York City experience without ever...

Beauty

Summer Skin Starts Here

Expert-recommended summer treatments to hydrate, smooth, and refresh skin—plus tips for a lasting seasonal glow. Article by River Oaks Lifestyle Staff As temperatures rise, summer skincare is all about protection, hydration, and maintaining a healthy glow. Josie Barnard, PA-C at Skin Pharm Houston, says, “One of my favorite combination treatments is microneedling with PRP paired with Botox or Dysport. This duo smooths fine lines, improves skin texture, and delivers a refreshed appearance.” She...

Arts + Culture

In a Category of Their Own

Get ready to explore Radio Tave, Meow Wolf’s immersive Houston surreal art and sound exhibition. Article by River Oaks Lifestyle Staff | Photography by Arturo Olmos Recently, Meow Wolf opened its newest permanent exhibition, Radio Tave, in Houston’s historic Fifth Ward. The immersive art experience transforms an ordinary radio station into an otherworldly and, at times, mind-boggling journey that has impressed guests since the doors opened in October. Over 100 artists contributed to the...

Food + Beverage

If You Eat One Thing

Seasonal squash blossoms with ricotta, pesto, and pepper jam offer a crisp, flavorful summer starter at Bludorn. Article by Gabi De la Rosa | Photography by Julie Soefer From April through October, Bludorn offers a seasonal appetizer that draws in rave reviews: Squash Blossom. Executive chef and partner Aaron Bludorn calls the dish "light and overall fun," and it's easy to see why.   The blossoms are filled with ricotta and served with zucchini pesto and pepper jam. The flavor pairing is...

Home + Design

A well-designed career

Smallish firm lets architect Stephanie Millet play a bigger role Article by Diane Cowen Architect Stephanie Millet loves residential projects, turning lines and curves into rooms and homes as clients dream out loud about the places they want to live. A native of California, Millet earned her bachelor’s degree in architecture at Cal Poly in  San Luis Obispo and worked for a residential architecture firm in California before moving to Houston to earn a master’s in architecture at Rice...

Beauty

EMSculpt Neo at Montrose Med Spa

Sculpt, Strengthen, and Slim Down: EMSCULPT NEO at Montrose Med Spa in Houston, TXLooking to tone muscle and burn stubborn fat—all without surgery or hours in the gym? Meet EMSCULPT NEO, the revolutionary body-contouring treatment now available at Montrose Med Spa, your trusted destination for non-invasive aesthetic solutions in Houston, TX.This advanced technology offers the perfect combination of fat reduction and muscle building in one powerful treatment. Whether you're targeting your abs...

Beauty

EMFace at Montrose Med Spa

Lift, Tone, and Rejuvenate Naturally: Discover EMFace at Montrose Med Spa in Houston, TXIf you’re looking for a way to rejuvenate your appearance without needles, downtime, or surgery, EMFace may be the breakthrough treatment you’ve been waiting for. At Montrose Med Spa, we are proud to bring the latest innovation in non-invasive facial contouring and skin tightening to Houston—EMFace is changing the game in aesthetic medicine.What is EMFace?EMFace is the first and only FDA-cleared device that...

Food + Beverage

In Good Taste

Brennan’s of Houston unveils a stylish reimagining of its historic bar. Article by Gabi De la Rosa The Design Details After years of planning and a quiet 12 month renovation, Brennan’s of Houston has debuted its reimagined Courtyard Bar, a space where timeless Southern charm meets modern design. The redesign was led by Studio Red, the same team behind the restaurant’s post-Hurricane Ike rebuild. Inspired by Parisian bistros, New Orleans cocktail lounges, and the homes of co-proprietor Alex...

Food + Beverage

If You Eat One Thing

Tony’s celebrates 60 years with Chef Kate McLean’s modern menu and signature Caviar Potato dish. Article by Gabi De la Rosa | Photography by Caroline LeGates Iconic Houston restaurant Tony’s celebrates its 60th anniversary this year. To mark the occasion, Chef Kate McLean has rebuilt the pasta, caviar, tasting, and cocktail programs to add modern appeal. One of the dishes she introduced a year ago, the Caviar Potato, has become a permanent item on the menu. The dish was inspired by a...