Better together: Husband and wife start unique coffee shop concept in the heart of River OaksApril is Couple’s Appreciation Month, so we’re highlighting it with a new local business started by a husband and wife team. Marcus and Karman Lovely, co-founders of <a h...
‘It’s about inclusion’: BLCK Market Houston returns with ways to support businesses in person, onlineThe largest Black-owned market in Houston will make a return to Buffalo Soldiers National Museum this month with ways to connect to local Black vendors in-person or onlin...
‘It’s Texan for Tea’: local business woman puts Texas on the map of global tea industryCAT SPRING, Texas – As we wrap up Women’s History Month, we want to spotlight a local woman-owned business that’s steeped in the rich history of Texas tea. In the town of...
This cancer survivor is helping women reclaim their crowns through her hair care business in HoustonAfter battling cancer, Tanieka Randall reclaimed her crown by creating a hair care line that’s now helping others do the same. Tanieka Randall, owner of Tee's Hair Secret...
Couple combines backgrounds to launch unique wellness concept in HoustonSonia Krish, M.D. and her husband Sunny Somaiya combined their backgrounds in medicine and real estate to launch WellnessSpace, a unique rental space geared towards pract...
Richmond home baker shows off her skills on Food Network’s ‘Spring Baking Championship’Madiha Chughtai, as seen on Spring Baking Championship, Season 7. (© 2020 Television Food Network, G.P. AdMadiha process, as seen on Spring Baking Championship, Season 7....
Instagram-worthy Houston mobile bar shakes up gorgeous Valentine’s Day cocktailsThe Traveling Spirit is a chic camper turned mobile bar that’s the perfect addition to your next outdoor event. Rachel Carlson, The Traveling Spirit Mobile Bar owner, pur...
Houston Heights tea shop spills the tea into some tasty cocktails“Our customers were really loving the cocktails, so we just can’t stop.”According to Boyd, the trick to making the perfect tea cocktail is to infuse the tea leaves in the...
Houston designer Alan Gonzalez is using his talent for fashion to help seniors in needHOUSTON – When Houston designer Alan González stopped by our studio in January to show us his latest collection, he had no idea face masks would be one of the most sought...
TRAVEL THRU TAKEOUT: It’s all Greek to Houston favorite Niko Niko’sWhen Houstonians think of Greek food, they think of Niko Niko’s. Since then, the restaurant has expanded to three locations in the Houston area and developed a reputation...
TRAVEL THRU TAKEOUT: Filipinos will not let you leave hungry at Gerry’s Grill in HoustonWe met with Gerry’s Grill Co-Owners and siblings Suzette Villapando and Roger Garriel as well as Branch Manager Dennis Mayoral to get the 411 on Filipino cuisine. Straigh...
TRAVEL THRU TAKEOUT: Govinda’s transports guests from Houston to India through all five sensesHOUSTON – If you want to feel truly transported while eating great Indian food, we know just the place! By we, I mean myself, Olivia Kolanek, Houston Life Associate Produ...
Takeout orders helping restaurants survive. 5 hacks for saving money on your next orderAt the legendary Burns Original Bar-B-Que in Acres Homes, to-go orders have always been big. This way you will be saving money on your to-go order and2. Buy restaurant gi...
Houston brewery shares perfect beer pairings with local restaurant dishesHOUSTON Nothing goes better with a humid Houston day than an ice cold beer, but do you know what foods go best with your brews? For a belated celebration of National Bee...
High-end Houston steakhouse, Perrys Steakhouse & Grille, launches digital marketHOUSTON Food lovers can now enjoy high-quality pork chops from Perrys Steakhouse & Grille wherever, whenever they want. The Houston-based restaurant recently launched a ...
You didnt miss out! Houston Restaurant Weeks extended through end of SeptemberHOUSTON The 2020 Houston Restaurant Weeks was scheduled to take place from Aug. 1 through Sept. 7, but due to the coronavirus pandemic, organizers have decided to extend...
Meet the Houston-area contestants featured on Netflixs Sugar RushThis is exactly what three Houston-area cake artists were able to do on Netflixs Sugar Rush; a competition where they showed their baking and decorating skills. The conte...
This Houston daiquiri shop has a backstory almost as crazy as their drinksHOUSTON – July 19 is National Daiquiri Day, and we’re celebrating by highlighting a local family business. On the heels of season one, Taylor returned to Houston from Los...
5 children’s books that celebrate diversity and inclusionValerie Koehler, owner of Blue Willow Bookshop in West Houston, shared her picks for best books to educate your kids about diversity and kindness, starting at age 3. You ...
Meet the Magnolia pastry chef behind Courtney’s spectacular birthday cakeKaren DeGuzman is the talent behind these creations, and she shared the process of making this eye-catching treat for this special occasion. Courtney Zavala's birthday ca...
SUPPORT LOCAL: Get to know Smoothie Strong, whose mission is to ensure Houston-area customers get proper nourishment and satisfactionHOUSTON If youre looking to support a local business, you should get to know Smoothie Strong -- a Houston smoothie shop founded by proud small business owner Sarai Gates...
Alice’s Tall Texan Drive Inn closes after 40 years in the HeightsLike many other businesses, Alice’s Tall Texan Drive Inn was forced to close amid the coronavirus pandemic. Owner Alice Ward said, after 40 years in business, there was j...
SUPPORT LOCAL: Get to know the best friend duo running Hidden Beauty Retreat Medspa & Laser Center in SpringHOUSTON If youre looking to support a local business, you should get to know Hidden Beauty Retreat Medspa & Laser Center and its owners Lois Seymour and Janet Siddiqi --...
First responders, active-duty members and veterans can score a 67 cent meal at this Houston restaurantFor more than 10 years, Peli Peli has been a Houston-based South African fusion restaurant, serving authentic cuisine, just one step below fine dining. With four location...
HL Wine Club: 3 bottles that support great causes in HoustonHOUSTON Wine Club Wednesday returns with bottles that give back to Houston causes. Nice Winery is a small, family-owned winery right here in Houston that loves to make w...
Meet the Houston college student spreading joy with his candied pecans businessPecans from "Pecans of Hope" (Pecans of Hope)Being a native Texan, pecans permeate my life in many ways, especially during the holidays. whether theyre candied, praline, ...
Looking for a stylish mask? Here are 11 Houston shops where you can find that perfect designIf you are still looking for that perfect design, we compiled a list of 11 local shops you can support. The boutique offers Chloe Daos locally made collections, as well a...
SUPPORT LOCAL: How you can support these institutions in Sugar Land whose mission is to help the communityHow you can support: Help eradicate adult illiteracy in Fort Bend by donating supplies, making an online donation, or volunteering as a tutor or office assistant when the...
After originally opening right before coronavirus, new BYOB Italian restaurant near Memorial Park re-opens
SUPPORT LOCAL: How you can help these 5 long-running Galveston organizations that are trying to improve their community
SUPPORT LOCAL: 9 of the best-rated Mexican restaurants in CypressAddress: 9740 Barker Cypress Road, Suite 105Phone: (281) 345-7632Las Maanitas Mexican Restaurant - Rating 4.2Las Maanitas Mexican Restaurant is a family-owned and operate...
SUPPORT LOCAL: Get to know these 7 minority-owned businesses in Katy that offer great food, quality haircuts and creative design solutionsToday were featuring minority-owned businesses in the Katy area:Lone Star Bike is a brand new bicycle repair shop that specializes in repairing, upgrading and servicing r...
Dont get it twisted, these Houston grilled cheese sandwiches will make you meltHOUSTON Remember growing up when mom used to cook your favorite grilled cheese sandwiches? Located at the Galleria Food Truck Park, Twisted Grilled Cheese is not your tr...
Meet the local mom-daughter duo who built a gift shop with a touching missionHOUSTON If you're looking for gifts and want to support a local business, there's a unique gift shop in town with a heartwarming story behind it. But even more unique th...