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

Life + Culture

Ready, Set, Travel

Thy and Matt Mitchell, Traveler’s Table owners and globetrotting experts, expand their travel clothing collection. Article by Gabi De la Rosa | Photography by Photography courtesy of Foreign Fare Creating an ideal travel wardrobe can be challenging. Functional and versatile pieces, especially stain and wrinkle-resistant ones are a priority, as is maintaining a sense of style. Recognizing the importance of an excellent travel wardrobe, Houstonian Thy Mitchell launched a clothing line perfect...

June 2024

Shopping

Away We Go!

We’ve rounded up several travel essentials that will make your summer vacation easy and enjoyable. Article by River Oaks Lifestyle Staff Packing for any trip, whether a weekend beach escape or a three-week European trek, requires careful consideration. Your travel plans, the trip's duration, the weather, and luggage size all play crucial roles in deciding what to bring. We've compiled a list of summer essentials to simplify the process and ensure you pack efficiently and enjoy your journey...

June 2024

Travel

Island Odyssey

Get an exclusive first look at the Caribbean's most anticipated luxury resort, South Bank. Article by Gabi De la Rosa | Photography by Photography courtesy of South Bank Families looking to get a head start on planning a holiday or 2025 vacations will be thrilled that one of the most highly anticipated resorts in the Caribbean has announced a fall opening date. Gorgeous turquoise waters, temperate winters, and abundant waterfront fun are a few reasons to visit the Turks and Caicos islands, but...

June 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

Free Spirit

Ride & Ridden wine showcases the power and grace of the true American West. Article by Gabi De la Rosa | Photography by Photography courtesy of Ride & Ridden Wine Co. What started as a thirty-year friendship became a well-regarded wine brand based on the unlikely pairing of cabernet sauvignon and rodeo. Made by a female Dallas-born winemaker, Remington Jorgensen, with art from a Texas-based artist, Steve Wrubel, Ride & Ridden is infused with the best of what the Lone Star State offers.  ...

May 2024

Food + Beverage

Insider's Guide to Understanding Sake

Ben Wendt, Certified Sake Sommelier at Katami, shares insight into the Japanese drink. Article by Gabi De la Rosa | Photography by Photography courtesy of Katami 1. What are the most common types of sake? The most common sake is futsushu (table sake). Your everyday drinking sake is inexpensive and can be consumed early and often. Sake is becoming more popular, and I believe many different styles of sake will become popular.  2. Is there a proper drinking glass for sake, and why? For...

May 2024

Life + Culture

Houston's Men of Influence

From their entrepreneurial skills and unmatched abilities, meet four men making a difference in Houston. Article by River Oaks Lifestyle Staff Brian White Personal Injury Attorney Years in Business: 16 Why did you decide to start your own business? I decided to start my law firm representing injured people due to a hard-working, entrepreneurial spirit and identifying a market need for the type of legal services that I provide. I recognize the need for a firm that gets great...

May 2024