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1w ago
With 13 nominations, including restaurants, chefs, and beverage professionals, Houston is shining again on the list of semifinalists for the 2025 James Beard Awards. The awards are considered to be among the nation's most prestigious honors that recognize exceptional talent in the culinary and food industries. The semifinalists were announced on January 22, and the nominees will be presented on April 2. The winners will be celebrated at the James Beard Restaurant and Chef Awards ceremony on June ..read more
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1M ago
On December 14, just in time for the holiday travel season, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) inaugurated a new pick-up area, the International Arrivals Curb. This long-awaited improvement addresses passenger frustrations with the former temporary curb, offering six dedicated lanes designed to streamline international arrivals and reduce congestion. Two more lanes will open in January 2025.
The temporary curb, opened in 2022, was needed so IAH could advance the construction of the ..read more
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1M ago
Eat, drink and be merry this holiday season! Whether you’re looking to go out for a special holiday meal or dine-in without the dishes and prep work, Houston restaurants are here to keep the season jolly.
Where to Eat
Trattoria Sofia
This fantastic Italian restaurant has classic holiday decor, stunning entrees and a beautiful, upscale atmosphere that will charm any guest into some merriment. The cacio e peppe or meta di filletto di branzino al forno are both fan favorites.
Brennan’s
'Tis the ..read more
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2M ago
The home of the Houston Astros is about to experience a breath of fresh air — both literally and figuratively. The name change was announced Nov. 18 and becomes effective on January 1, 2025, marking a new chapter for the beloved downtown Houston stadium. This renaming is part of a 15-season naming-rights agreement with Daikin, the world's largest air conditioning manufacturer, and symbolizes both a strategic partnership and a nod to the Astros’ forward-looking vision
A Storied History of Names ..read more
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2M ago
Houston has much to offer, with a vibrant arts scene—from traditional museum and gallery experiences to urban art, pop art, immersive art experiences, and underground art (literally and otherwise). The city is so large that it can be hard to know where to find a specific art experience. Here is a handy reference guide for your art journey in Houston to explore new art experiences and established local favorites.
ARTECHOUSE
600 W 6th St, Houston, TX 77007
Opened in Houston in June 2024 ..read more
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3M ago
Good news for all local and visiting foodies! 30 Houston restaurants are now included in different categories of the MICHELIN Guide, solidifying Houston's position as an outstanding gastronomic destination in the U.S.
After its successful debut in Texas in July 2024, when the first MICHELIN Keys were awarded to three hotels in Houston and one in Galveston, the MICHELIN Guide granted its inaugural Texas MICHELIN Stars to six Houston restaurants on November 11 during a ceremony in H-Town. Other ..read more
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3M ago
If you are into immersive art experiences, Meow Wolf Houston’s Radio Tave is a must-visit! This highly anticipated permanent new installation opens on October 31 in historic Fifth Ward and invites guests to take a thrilling journey through a surreal radio station that has been transported into another dimension, revealing a labyrinth of paths, portals, and hidden doors, all filled with interactive mysteries for guests to solve. This immersive experience will let you enter the stunning art worlds ..read more
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4M ago
Passengers flying out of George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) on Tuesday, October 22, will be the first to experience the new Terminal D-West Pier. This expansion adds 160,000 square feet to Terminal D, for a total of 499,650 sq. feet—making it three times bigger than the field at Minute Maid Park.
This highly anticipated airport expansion features six new gates—D1 through D6—that can simultaneously accommodate wide-body aircraft and can be converted to accommodate 10 narrow-body ..read more
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5M ago
Three hotels in Houston and one in Galveston are awarded
Since 1926, foodies worldwide have been paying close attention to restaurants awarded MICHELIN Stars in destinations they have visited. Hotels were also recommended in the MICHELIN Guide, even though they were not given a special distinction. This has recently changed. In April 2024, the MICHELIN Guide, run by the French tire company MICHELIN since 1900, launched a brand-new distinction: the MICHELIN Key. While the MICHELIN Star recognizes ..read more
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5M ago
Let’s learn from the birds and lift our wings high!
Once again, Houston Zoo in Hermann Park surprises locals and visitors with another unique exhibit, Birds of the World, which opened its doors to the public on August 30. Birds are fascinating creatures! In addition to their ecosystem roles, they bring us joy and inspiration. Ready to get inspired?
Take the entire family and invite your friends to explore the incredible diversity and beauty of bird species from around the globe. Birds of the ..read more