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Food and travel writer Francine Spiering delights in the eclectic nature of Houston’s culinary cuisine. In her recent book, “Houston Cooks,” she profiles several chefs that are defining the food scene.

Houston offers endless opportunities for anyone pursuing a career in energy. From extracting crude oil to researching renewables, Texas companies have a growing need for skilled, educated workers.

It’s almost time to hit The Heights for the 9th annual Houston Halloween Fest on Oct. 19. Houston Zombie Walk, a Halloween-themed charity that hosts public events supporting animals and children, is hosting the festival again. 

DevelopOctober is recognized as American Pharmacists Month, a time set aside to acknowledge and commemorate the contributions of pharmacists. To celebrate the 200+…

That’s right … Western boots are looking to be the hottest shoe trend for fall. While the idea of cowboy boots seems far from the typical fashion-forward shoe trends we see each season, don’t write it off just yet. There is so much more you can pair with this cowboy-approved footwear than just some Wranglers and a Stetson.

Nick Florescu, Founder and CEO of The Urbane Society and CEO and President of Kubis Interactive, understands the future of the restaurant industry lies in the influential hands of millennials. The Urbane Society is a dining-focused, members-only club offering young professionals ages 21-34 a curated collection of culinary and social experiences at discounted prices.

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.

Houston just got a whole lot fresher. The team at The Houston 100 was surprised to see a number of Tide Dry Cleaners pop up overnight across the Bayou City.

Evenly applying makeup and keeping it smooth is a challenge in Houston’s summer heat, but add unwanted facial hair to the equation and it becomes nearly impossible. The heat will leave come fall, but facial hair isn’t seasonal.

It is often said in the world of management: “Not all readers are leaders, but all leaders should be readers.”

The weather’s heating up – and the city’s activities are certainly not cooling down.

Nicole and Michael Graham (Chicken Mike) are Houston’s IT couple when it comes to chickens. The Garden Hen is a poultry education company focused on changing the standard for fresh eggs in your backyard. The Garden Hen builds custom chicken coops for homes and businesses, including Abejas Boutique, FM Kitchen & Bar and Hope Farms. Keep up with The Garden Hen on Instagram.

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.

We’ve all spent a concerning amount of time scrolling through Netflix for something new to watch, only to fall asleep before we could decide. To help, I’ve listed some hidden gems I’ve uncovered on my rainy days.

The dog days of summer are upon us, and keeping your pets cool while making sure they get daily exercise can be tricky. Here are a few tips I urge dog owners to keep in mind to avoid the risk of heat exhaustion.

If there is a unique space for having a good time, odds are that Gin Design Group had a hand in designing it. Instagrammable elements abound, notably the massive colorful hammock garden at Axelrad, Scandinavian barn interiors at Goodnight Charlie’s, the lounge in the box on a stick that is The Raven Tower, the expansive geometric moss trellis in the dining room of Herb & Beet and Goode Co. Kitchen & Cantina concepts, among others.

Nothing says class quite like a custom suit that has been perfectly tailored to fit a man’s personal shape and frame to provide the most flattering fit.

Houston-based Lisa Olsen is saving the planet one Champagne bottle at a time with her Champagne Coconola candles. Since launching her recycled candle business after Hurricane Harvey in August 2017, Lisa has repurposed thousands of Champagne bottles into beautiful handmade candles featured in four unique fragrances: Sea salt & orchid (most popular), gardenia, bamboo and Moroccan amber.

The early bird gets the worm and may be less depressed, too, according to a recent University of Colorado study. That’s the finding from one of the largest studies exploring the link between sleep-wake preference and mood disorders.

Summer is officially here, and what better way to accessorize than with a fresh manicure from Fizz Nail Lounge? With two convenient locations in Houston (Galleria area & Washington Avenue), Fizz will keep your nails on trend for summer.

We recently visited Cinnamon Shore on Mustang Island and felt so inspired by the beauty and welcoming community. I’m from Florida, so being near the water always provides a sense of tranquility and calmness, which we try to convey through our work as an interior design firm.

Many of us transform into gung-ho bibliophiles during summer. For your consideration, how about one of these picks?