Houston’s Southern Smoke Festival returns with its biggest lineup yet
| September 29, 2025
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Sample bites from 85+ top chefs, sip signature cocktails, and enjoy live music at Houston’s biggest culinary block party on October 4.
Austin-based Brazilian snack brand takes home the big bucks at H-E-B small business competition
| September 26, 2025
Grab-and-go snacks, easy cocktails, and spice packets were the stars at H-E-B’s Quest for Texas Best award ceremony, where five Texas businesses were awarded a collective $110,000 to help grow their small ventures.
New sports-themed gay bar set to open in the heart of Montrose
| September 25, 2025
It has to be said: While Texas might not always be viewed as a state where queer people can thrive, the city of Houston has always had a vibrant LGBTQ+ culture, including its own “gayborhood” in Montrose.
The 23 most Instagrammable spots in Houston
| September 25, 2025
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If you’re looking for an eye-catching shot to up your social media game, we’ve got you covered with this list of picture-perfect spots around Houston.
Go behind the scenes on 9 fun factory tours in Texas
| September 24, 2025
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These Texas factory tours offer a glimpse into the production of some of our favorite products, including cheese, money, and baseball gloves.