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...

Home + Design

Restoration Experts for Premium Homes and Properties

Third-generation Texas contracting firm restores, protects, and elevates homes. Article by River Oaks Lifestyle Staff | Photography by Courtesy of Regal General Contractors In high-end residential construction, excellence is defined by precision, communication, and respect for the home itself. For more than 45 years, Regal General Contractors has built its reputation on those principles, restoring and renovating Houston’s most discerning properties with enduring craftsmanship.   Founded in...

Food + Beverage

A World Away

Moon offers Houstonians refined cocktails, shareable bites, and an otherworldly escape. Article by River Oaks Lifestyle Staff | Photography by Brian Kennedy In Houston, where great cocktails often come with noise and crowds, Moon feels like a welcome respite. Tucked above Tavola at BLVD Place, the new bar gives Houstonians a place to step out of the usual cocktail scene and settle into an evening that unfolds in a beautiful and tasty way. Moon is part of a partnership between two hospitality...

Home + Design

Destination: Hotel Daphne

A Heights staycation hub blending design, dining, and neighborhood energy. Article by River Oaks Lifestyle Staff | Photography by Julie Soefer A staycation at Hotel Daphne starts with location. Nestled in the Heights, the 49-room boutique hotel brings Bunkhouse Hotels into one of the city’s most walkable neighborhoods. Hotel Daphne is designed as a third space that works for visitors and locals. Guests are encouraged to move freely between the all-day restaurant and bar, the library, the...

Travel

Rooms with a View

A celebrity loved Montana ranch where couples escape into privacy, adventure, and indulgence, from adults-only Green O stays to outdoor adventure, glamping luxury, and chef-driven dining. Article by Gabi De la Rosa | Photography by Photos courtesy of Paws Up Montana’s Paws Up Ranch has hosted Leonardo DiCaprio, Kevin Costner, Rihanna, Gwyneth Paltrow, and the Rolling Stones, but its appeal goes far beyond a guest list. Couples arrive for a one-of-a-kind reset that swaps busy schedules for...

Life + Culture

All the Right Moves

A celebrated Houston Ballet principal finds renewed purpose as she balances family, legacy, and the defining performances of her upcoming season. Article by Gabi De la Rosa | Photography by Lauren Holub Photography Karina González moves through a room with the ease of someone who knows exactly where she belongs. After more than a decade as a principal dancer with Houston Ballet, the Venezuelan-born artist has become one of the company’s most recognizable performers. Her journey began in...

Shopping

February Finds

Red-hot gifts to spark joy, turn heads, and add playful spice to the month. Article by River Oaks Lifestyle Staff February gifts are all about fun, flirty, and fiery treats in shades of red. From Berry Pomegranate lip balm to black cherry Lucchese boots, spicy margarita nails, and luxe Kiehl’s creams, these picks add color, sass, and a little heat. With something for every price point, they are perfect for treating yourself or the one who makes your heart race. Moroccanoil Lip Balm in Berry...

Beauty

Houston Hair Goals

Kitsch offers practical, sustainable hair solutions that keep curls, waves, and style looking great anywhere. Article by River Oaks Lifestyle Staff If you have ever stepped outside in Houston and felt your hair give up before you even reached the car, this one is for you. We talked with Kitsch about the products that actually stand a chance against local humidity and why the brand has made sustainability part of its everyday mission. Kitsch treats sustainability as a core value, not a detail...