Archive | 2015
Celebrate the Holidays at the Houston Zoo
If you’re looking for something exciting to do with the family this year to enjoy the holiday season, swing by the Houston Zoo and check out their beautiful Zoo Lights set up. This year is bigger than ever, with over 2 million lights to illuminate new, interesting additions in holiday themed lighting. One of the […]
Northside of Houston: Booming With Business & Affordability
The Northside of Houston sounds like a vague gesture to the compass point but in fact the Northside is another of Houston’s communities that’s growing up fast. Home to some of the biggest businesses in Houston, the Northside enjoys the home-base store of Gallery Furniture: a Houston staple, landmark, and all-around attraction. It’s the Houston […]
The Hidden Gem of Levy Park
I’ll bet many Houstonians have been somewhere near Levy Park recently – catching a film at Edward’s Greenway, shopping or dining in the Upper Kirby area. However, most people have no idea about the fantastic little oasis of Levy Park tucked back behind the apartment complexes, business buildings and restaurants that pack down Richmond on […]
Bring in the Holidays at Moody Gardens’ Festival of Lights!
If you’re looking for something to enjoy with the kids or a special someone, the worst kept secret in Houston is Moody Gardens’ Festival of Lights! Running from November 14th the way until January 10th, Moody Gardens’ light show is the Houston equivalent of the Rockefeller Plaza Christmas Tree. There are more than ONE MILLION lights with […]
Timbergrove, the Best of Both Worlds
Located just northwest of Downtown Houston and west of the Heights, Timbergrove Manor is one of Houston’s oldest neighborhoods. Its convenient location allows for easy access to many parts of the city, while still positioning itself in a safe residential area for families to raise their children. Today, Timbergrove mostly consists of classic one-story brick homes, and […]
Transport to the Past at the Texas Renaissance Festival!
There are very few things in life I enjoy quite as much as fall. I love that it is no longer a million degrees… but the thing that I love the absolute most on this planet is The Texas Renaissance Festival. I don’t even eat turkey but suddenly an overwhelming need for a turkey leg […]
The Regis School, Preparing Scholars and Gentlemen
The Regis School of the Sacred Heart has more than 20 years of experience educating young men and boys from pre-k to middle school. Bound to the exemplary educational standards that the National Network of Sacred Heart Schools requires from its accredited members, boys at the Regis School enjoy strong core values to inspire and build leaders for tomorrow. […]
Liberty Kitchen, a Food Lover’s Dream Come True
Located in the Heights area of Houston, Liberty Kitchen & Oyster Bar has plenty to be proud of. With a huge bowl of gumbo to die for, legendary deviled eggs, and oysters for days… it’s little wonder why you almost have to have a reservation to get inside. The line is often out the door, […]
Behind Those Prestigious Iron Gates: Royal Oaks
Private, prestigious, and just short of aristocratic: Royal Oaks lives up to its noble name. Large wrought iron gates emblazoned with a golden “R” beckon you to home and country club. There’s a large masonry wall surrounding the perimeter and 24-hour manned security gate for visitors as well as an automatic entrance (presumably for residents). Traveling up the high […]