The annual Houston Turkey Trot, held each year on Thanksgiving Day, gives families the chance to get up, get out, give back and give thanks on a day devoted to all things family, togetherness and being thankful.
Michael Polzella
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Danton’s Gulf Coast Seafood and Steaks is giving Thanksgiving leftovers an upscale update and serving them all day this Black Friday. Instead of reheated turkey and stuffing, think Gulf Coast favorites with a home-cooked, holiday twist.
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Derek Potts hosted doctors, friends and more at B&B Butchers & Restaurant to welcome back the Houston Methodist urogynecologists from Haiti where they provided surgeries for women in desperate need thanks to the donation from Potts Family Foundation.
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It’s important to address night vision blindness as many Houstonians are commuting in the dark.
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JDRF Houston Gulf Coast Chapter kicked off its annual gala, the Promise Ball, on Thursday, Nov. 15 at 51fifteen. As the 20th anniversary, this Promise Ball has been dubbed the 20th Anniversary Platinum Promise Ball.
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Plan on giving back this holiday season? There’s an app for that:
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The holiday season is just around the corner, and before you know it 2019 will be here. November is notoriously the time of year when the holiday stress starts to hit, both at home and at work. Here are some tips to conquer that pile of responsibilities during the busiest time of year:
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Name-calling, spreading false rumors, receiving unwanted images or threats: These behaviors and more are the types of bullying a majority of teens are subjected to online. Cyberbullying isn’t a new aspect to social media culture, and it’s hardly something that disappears, even among adults.
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‘Tis the season for turkey, stuffing and pumpkin pie. Regardless of how it gets to your table, there’s no denying that the Thanksgiving feast is the best meal of the year.
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If your onsite gym or fitness programs have lost their appeal, it’s time to hit reset.
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported a record number of deaths during the 2017-2018 flu season, with the death toll reaching more than 80,000 people in the United States alone. It is important to get a flu vaccine because:
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It started with passion. Then the idea. Now you even have the whole business plan with all the details addressed. What you likely do not have is the money. A business pitch competition could possibly be just the thing to get your startup truly started.
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Whether you have said “yes” to one too many side tasks this week or live in constant work overload, try these life hacks for maximum efficiency.
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Up to 40 percent of food grown, processed and transported in the United States is never eaten, yet 1 in 8 Americans – or 40 million people – suffers food insecurity. The average four-person family wastes $1,500 a year on food.
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Crunchy, creamy, chocolaty, nougaty or even sour – what’s your favorite Halloween candy? We want to know.
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Many business owners and marketers recognize the importance of social media but don’t realize that their social media practices might be affecting their website’s Google rankings. Here are a few quick tips to boost your SEO while continuing to grow your following:
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Fabretto Children’s Foundation will host its fourth annual gala, Houston Night for Niños, on Oct. 12 at The Hobby Center. The Caribbean-inspired event will bring together compassionate, influential individuals for a lively evening that supports a better future for children in Nicaragua. The event will include plenty of cocktails and delicious cuisine.
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While paying homage to the movie “Crazy Rich Asians,” JDRF Houston Gulf Coast Chapter is hosting a day of fun and games to raise awareness and funds for Type 1 diabetes this month.
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Fellow advocates: The Vintage Contessa, Donae Chramosta; fashion designer Hunter Bell; and blogger Caroline Harper Knapp joined forces with Crime Stoppers of Houston to co-host the inaugural Women Who Shape Houston Luncheon, an informational event focused on raising awareness about critical safety concerns affecting everyday
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Nancy Owens Breast Cancer Foundation’s Cocktails for the Cure is on Wednesday, September 5 at Chapman and Kirby, 5-8PM. Guests will sip on crafted cocktails and nosh on light bites in the EaDo gastropub.
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Leave everyday stress at home and escape to Mustang Island for a Labor Day getaway. No matter the age or interests of beach travelers, Cinnamon Shore offers something for everyone, whether it’s enjoying s’mores on the lawn after the shrimp boil at C Bar and Café or karoaking poolside after a day full of sandcastle lessons.
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The story of Kimo Sabe Mezcal, a delicious blended Mezcal, is rich with mysticism. It is the story of alchemy – of turning the humble Agave plant into liquid gold in the bottle.
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August is half over, can you believe it? With that thought in mind and kiddos going back to school, we all pause and wonder how summer went by so fast.
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Sweet Paris Crêperie & Café will add six more locations across Texas, expanding its statewide footprint to 10 restaurants. The Houston-based, fine-casual chain will open new stores in San Antonio, The Woodlands, Baybrook, College Station and Highland Village.
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The weather’s heating up – and the city’s activities are certainly not cooling down.
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For the hard-to-please, well-traveled sophisticate, only the best will do when taking up residence. Enter the Penthouse at 1111 Caroline.
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Remember “The Jetsons” in the ’60s? Some of the show’s futuristic technology is already here, present in your neighborhood cafe. From table-mounted iPad ordering stations to hand-held payment programs and self-serve wine stations, today’s service includes almost as many technology devices as people.
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When it comes to discussing male vitality issues, people tend to steer clear of the topic, but Dr. John Share with Share Wellness & MediSpa is working to remove the stigma.
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Do you like fresh produce and delicious vegetables harvested a few hours before you prepare them? If so, put Hope Farms Saturday Market on your calendar.
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Houston Restaurant Weeks is on, and the always impressive lineup of restaurants has a dazzling number of mouthwatering menus.